In this powerful episode of The Clinical Research Coach, we sit down with Kay Kays — a 30-year pancreatic cancer survivor and passionate patient advocate. Kay’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. Diagnosed with one of the most challenging cancers to treat, she not only defied the odds but has spent the last three decades using her voice to push for better patient access to clinical trials.

With her signature honesty and infectious energy, Kay shares why she believes clinical trials should be the appetizer — not the dessert — in the treatment journey. We talk survivorship, advocacy, and the urgent need to change how patients are introduced to research as a care option. Whether you’re in clinical research, oncology, or simply need a dose of inspiration, this conversation is not to be missed.

To learn more about Kay Kays:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-kays-2a993649/

In this episode of The Clinical Research Coach, host Leanne Woehlke sits down with Robert Goldman, Head of Clinical Operations at Contraline, a company pioneering innovation in reproductive health. Robert is a true industry disruptor, challenging traditional clinical trial models by integrating AI, decentralized trial frameworks, and real-time data analytics to accelerate timelines and improve patient outcomes.

Robert shares his journey into clinical research, the challenges he’s faced while introducing disruptive models, and his vision for the future of clinical operations. He also offers practical advice for clinical leaders looking to embrace innovation and transform the patient experience.

If you’re ready to explore how technology and human-centered design are shaping the future of clinical trials, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

To learn more:

Robert Goldman is the Head of Clinical Trail Operations at Contraline as well as the Founder of ALCOA Consulting.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-s-goldman-358b0868/

In this episode of The Clinical Research Coach, host Leanne Woehlke sits down with Stacy Martin, who shares her journey of entering a clinical trial.

Stacy talks about her mother’s stage 4 uterine cancer diagnosis, which led to genetic testing that revealed a hereditary mutation called CDH1.

This mutation increased the likelihood of cancer in Stacy and her siblings.

Stacy describes the moment she discovered she was CDH1 positive, the challenges she faced afterward, and the lessons she learned through the clinical trial process.

No longer having a stomach, Stacy has to eat more frequently to keep her energy up. Becoming a "professional snacker" led her to turn her newfound snacking habit into a business and Seahorse Snacks was born. Seahorse Snacks makes healthy delicious roasted nuts with unique and unusual flavors.

To Connect with Stacy:

Stacy Martin

Stacy@seahorsesnacks.com

Linked In:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-martin-461b33a/

Seahorse Snacks:

https://seahorsesnacks.com/

Instagram: @seahorse_snacks

TikTok: @seahorse_snacks