
Lindsay A. Abraham, JD, CIP
Regulatory Chair Director, WCG IRB
Biography
Lindsay Abraham joined Western IRB (WIRB) in 2010 and is currently the Regulatory Chair Director at WCG IRB.
Ms. Abraham has co-authored several White Papers on topics related to IRB work, and both chairs Board meetings and provides guidance to the Board and clients regarding the interpretation of federal and state laws pertaining to IRB operations and functions. Ms. Abraham also presents education and training courses for Board members and staff.
Prior to joining WIRB, Ms. Abraham practiced in the field of family law, and holds a Juris Doctorate from Seattle University School of Law.
Latest insights by Lindsay

Ethics in Clinical Research
Post Study Activities Requiring IRB Review
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Ethics in Clinical Research
What are the requirements for notifications of study closure at research sites?
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Participant Recruitment
Can you use patient Electronic Health Records to identify and recruit subjects?
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FDA & ICH
What documentation needs to be submitted to the IRB for an IND exemption request?
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Ethics in Clinical Research
Do parents need to accompany adolescents at each research-related office visit?
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Series: Ask the IRB Experts
Should Consent Form updates be aligned with Investigator Brochure updates, or wait for next Protocol amendment?
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Questions on the FDA’s 30-Day IND Review Period and IRB Approval
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Series: Ask the IRB Experts
Is it possible to make a PI’s name or institution confidential on a consent form?
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Ethics in Clinical Research
If a subject’s care is divided equally between two caregivers, who should sign caregiver consent?
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Clinical Trial Safety