Objective:

To evaluate the effect of race and financial incentives on engagement with EHR portal recruitment messages among patients with and survivors of cancer.

Approach:

Key Findings:

• Race impacted engagement with recruitment messages, with underrepresented groups showing lower engagement.
• Financial incentives improved engagement rates, particularly among underrepresented groups.

Interpretation:

The study seeks to clarify the role of EHR-based recruitment and financial incentives in addressing underrepresentation in clinical trials without editorializing.

Limitations:

• The study only included patients with specific cancer diagnoses, limiting the applicability of the findings.
• The generalizability of findings may be limited to the specific population served by the Siteman Cancer Center.

Conclusion:

The study provides insights into the effectiveness of EHR-based recruitment strategies and financial incentives in enhancing diversity in clinical trial participation.

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