Business Overview

Clinical Research Services & Clinical Trial Solutions

Addressing the complexities of clinical trial logistics.

Simplifying Clinical Trial Logistics

In today's rapidly advancing healthcare industry, groundbreaking new therapies are transforming difficult-to-treat illnesses into manageable, and in some cases, treatable conditions. Clinical trials play a crucial role in these advancements, but they also demand a diverse array of resources to succeed. Clinical Research Services (CRS) and Clinical Trial Solutions (CTS) are McKesson’s integrated clinical trial support capabilities that help sponsors simplify trial logistics, accelerate study execution and deliver investigational therapies to the right patient at the right time. While the quest for groundbreaking medical discoveries continues, we're committed to accelerating patient access to promising new treatments across all therapeutic areas.

Our Focus Areas

McKesson’s Clinical Research Services and Clinical Trial Solutions supports sponsor-led clinical trials through pharmacy distribution, inventory management, logistics and clinical management services.

Direct-to-site delivery
Direct-to-patient delivery
Patient-specific shipments
Bulk shipments
Pharmacy and distribution licensure in all states where it's required

FEFO inventory procedures
Inventory reporting
Controlled room temperature, refrigerated and cold storage
Separate inventory by protocol
Drug forecasting

Consignment and procurement
Drug returns and destruction

REMS management
Patient care programs
Pharmacovigilance

Clinical Research Services & Clinical Trial Solutions at a Glance

By simplifying clinical trial logistics for study sponsors, we help expedite the process of getting the right therapy to the right patient at the right time, providing swift access to cutting-edge treatments and fostering hope for a healthier future.

McKesson's quality control and reporting systems maintain 99.99% shipping accuracy for clinical trial shipments.

McKesson has supported phase I - IV clinical trials that have helped over 20,000 patients.

We have 344+ facilities in our U.S. distribution network, which helps us to fulfill most orders within 24 hours of receipt.

Our Related Businesses

Through our joint venture, Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), we help providers connect their patients to opportunities to participate in clinical trials close to home — supported by the reach of The US Oncology Network.

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) partners with biopharma companies to advance the science of cancer treatments.

The US Oncology Network streamlines logistical and administrative access to complex therapies, supporting timely, high‑quality care for patients.

Clinical Research Services and Clinical Trial Solutions News and Stories

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Oncology Services

A Single Clinical Trial Partner for Accuracy, Integrity and Speed

McKesson Clinical Research Services (CRS) provides integrated logistics and operational support designed to meet the complexities of clinical trials.

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Business Feature

Expanding Access to Cutting-Edge Clinical Trials in Community Oncology

Expanding cancer clinical trials into community oncology settings improves access, accelerates innovation, and enables patient-centered research closer to home.