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ArticleJournal of clinical and translational science2026

Engaging patients and researchers in RECOVER clinical trial protocol development: Key lessons.

Renee Leverty, Sonya Sutton, Charnesia Jackson, Marta Cerda, Alain Chang, Kanecia Zimmerman

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Article in Journal of clinical and translational science, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Renee LevertyDuke Clinical Research Institute, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5883-8290
Sonya SuttonDuke Clinical Research Institute, USA.
Charnesia JacksonDuke Clinical Research Institute, USA.
Marta CerdaRECOVER Patient, Caregiver, or Community Representative, USA.
Alain ChangDuke Clinical Research Institute, USA.
Kanecia ZimmermanDuke Clinical Research Institute, USA.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The RECOVER Clinical Trials Protocol Working Groups (PWGs) were established to rapidly design trials addressing Long COVID by incorporating the complementary expertise of researchers, clinicians, and patients, caregivers, and community representatives (Representatives). This paper explores the engagement of Representatives in protocol development, highlighting their contributions, challenges faced, and lessons learned. A survey of PWG members revealed that while most Representatives felt their input was valued, gaps in role clarity, communication, and integration of feedback persisted. Representatives emphasized the importance of understanding patient burden and lived experience, while researchers and project leaders noted the value of inclusive perspectives. Findings underscore the need for structured engagement practices, clear expectations, and ongoing support to ensure meaningful participation. These insights offer a roadmap for future clinical trial networks seeking to integrate patient voices in research design.

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Long COVIDpatient advocacyPatient engagementprotocol developmenttrial design

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PMID41960594
PMCPMC13058755

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