Long COVID Web: Patient Perspectives on Long COVID in Primary Care and Clinical Trials

In this session, we explore two critical dimensions of Long COVID research and care—patient experiences and emerging clinical trial insights. Patient Perspectives on Long COVID Care Delivery Dr. Tiffany Walker shares insights into how patients experience Long COVID care across different settings, comparing primary care models with specialized Long COVID clinics. This talk highlights the value of multidisciplinary approaches and the importance of aligning care delivery with patient needs. Patient-Centered Overview of Current Advances in Long COVID Clinical Trials Dr. Letícia Soares provides an overview of ongoing Long COVID clinical trials, including the latest findings and key developments. The session also emphasizes patient-centered approaches to clinical trial design, offering recommendations to better reflect lived experiences and improve outcomes. Speakers: Tiffany Walker, MD Associate Professor, Division of General Medicine Grady Memorial Hospital Emory University School of Medicine Letícia Soares, PhD MSc Co-lead & Researcher Patient-Led Research Collaborative