Weight management clinical trials in Coral Gables.
Studies of new weight-management treatments and weight-related complications, for adults in Miami-Dade.
Conditions in this area.
- Obesity
- Excess weight with high blood pressure, prediabetes or high cholesterol
- Weight-related heart, liver and joint problems
Weight affects blood pressure, blood sugar, the liver and the joints, so these studies often overlap with our heart, diabetes and liver programs.
General requirements.
- Adults 18 and older
- Studies usually set a BMI range, for example 30 or higher, or 27 or higher with a related condition
- Some studies exclude recent weight-loss surgery or certain medicines
No cost to participate
Study medicine, visits and tests are provided at no cost, and many studies compensate time and travel. Call 786-837-5463. Se habla español.
Common questions.
Are these studies of weight-loss medicines?
Many test medicines, and some combine them with nutrition and activity guidance. Each study explains exactly what it tests.
What is BMI?
Body mass index, calculated from your height and weight. We measure it at the screening visit.
Do I have to follow a strict diet?
Some studies include nutrition guidance. You’ll know what’s expected before you sign.
Status: our first studies in this area are in start-up. We list each study on Current Trials only after the sponsor and the IRB approve it.