Beyond the binary: integrating “real-world evidence” with randomized trials in contemporary health care
Evidence Synthesis Ireland Director Prof Declan Devane, with Prof Martin O’Donnell (University of Galway), Birol Emir (Pfizer) and Stephen Watt (Pfizer) published a recent article in the Journal for Clinical Epidemiology. This paper outlines a new framework to promote the integration of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and real-world evidence (RWE) to improve health-care research. By designing complementary studies and investing in robust methods, infrastructure, and collaboration, we can generate more reliable, inclusive evidence, supporting better, more equitable care across diverse populations. Read the full journal article here. 
