Clinical trials

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Teresa Smit and Debbie Peters inform us of what clinical trials not only offer patients, but healthcare staff too.

This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

Teresa Smit is the Research Manager at The Medical Oncology Centre of Rosebank. She trained in oncology pharmacy and completed her Master’s degree in 2019 (MPharm). She is involved in the Research Unit with investigator-initiated studies, as well as overseeing the sponsored clinical trial unit.

Debbie Peters is the Study Coordinator at The Medical Oncology Centre of Rosebank. She qualified in medical technology and then branched into clinical research. She has 30 years of experience in international, multi-centre clinical trials in the fields of infectious diseases, and since 2021, oncology.
1 Apr 2025 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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