DM/CRP Mentoring

Dear colleagues,

We are pleased to announce that, thanks to the efforts of many dedicated CIBMTR clinical research professionals from transplant centers in several countries, that there is now a Web site devoted to issues faced by data managers in collecting and reporting data to the CIBMTR. This Web site is designed to positively impact the effectiveness of clinical research professionals involved in the CIBMTR and other BMT and cancer-related clinical research.

The site features the following:

• Answers to frequently (and not so frequently) asked questions about hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and the CIBMTR;
• The opportunity for experienced professional mentors to assist new/inexperienced data managers with specific challenges;
• Comprehensive directions on how to properly complete the myriad of forms encountered every day by new and experienced data managers;
• Help for data managers preparing for audits with practical tips from the personal experiences of other data managers;
• Many useful internal and external links to related Web sites, e.g. online medical dictionary or a helping-hand guide for data managers.

We hope that this Web site will shrink the "information gap" between the Statistical Center and clinical research professionals in participating transplant centers. We also see the site as a clearing house to improve efficiency, identify pitfalls, and overcome stumbling blocks by the continuous exchange of tips, shortcuts and new ideas.

Please take advantage of this site at www.datamanager.blogspot.com.

Thank you for your continuing efforts in the CIBMTR Research program.

Sincerely,
Mary M. Horowitz, MD, MS