Real People, Real Stories
Clinical trials can change lives! Here, we feature stories of people that have participated in clinical trials – why they decided to consider a trial, what were the most important aspects for their consideration, how they discussed it with their doctor and family, and the effects it had on their lives. We also feature stories from individuals who support clinical trials to get their perspective on why trial participation is important and what makes them want to work in this field to bring new treatments to those that need them.
Finding My Purpose – Dr. Lisa Treviño, PhD
If you had asked me over 30 years ago if I would be doing what I’m doing now as a career, I think I would have done an about-face and said “What? No way!”. Actually, I believe there is footage where I was asked, “Lisa, where do you see yourself in 10 years”? I think I responded with, “I want to be traveling the world!” While I have done some traveling, it is probably not what I was envisioning at the time.
Shakisha Davis
Shakisha Davis is an active Tigerlily Foundation ANGEL Advocate that wants to highlight her experiences with the power of advocacy – especially when it comes to advocating for one’s own health.
Dr. Lovie Negrin, APRN, FNP-C, AG ACNP
In her daily efforts, Dr. Negrin is a double board-certified clinical research nurse practitioner working in both acute care and family medicine. Having seen low participation from racial and ethnic minority communities compiled with a lack of diverse representation in medical staff overseeing clinical research efforts, she switched gears from an academic/institutional environment to open a community-focused clinical research site called Randomize Now.
Syreeta Coleman
Syreeta Coleman, Tigerlily Foundation ANGEL advocate and clinical trial participant, has a message for our newsletter readers: “If you want to be part of the solution, get out there!”
Christina Mackey, Keisha Stephney, and Faridah Thomas
Tigerlily Foundation has partnered with GSK on the My Living Legacy campaign. This campaign drives awareness and education on clinical trials for communities across the U.S. and aims to normalize conversations about clinical trial participation for communities that are often under-represented in clinical trials.
Beatrice Doe
Beatrice Doe is currently a Project Specialist who supports clinical trials for a Contract Research Organization (CRO). CROs are often the partners to pharma companies when it comes to running the clinical trials.