Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Astigmatism clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 4 recruiting astigmatism studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT06902584Recruiting
Comfilcon A contact lens study for current wearers
This study is for people who currently wear Comfilcon A contact lenses (including sphere, toric, multifocal, toric multifocal, or Energys) and have used them for at least a year. It also requires that you sometimes sleep in your lenses. The purpose is to gather ongoing information about these lenses.
Berkeley, CaliforniaAges 8–75 - NCT07721714RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two types of laser eye surgery for nearsightedness
This trial compares two laser vision correction methods: SMILE surgery in one eye and LASIK surgery in the other eye. It is designed for people with mild to moderate nearsightedness and astigmatism to see which approach works better.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 22–59 - NCT07078799Recruiting
Comparing two types of LASIK for nearsightedness and astigmatism
This study compares two types of LASIK surgery to correct nearsightedness and astigmatism. It may help if you have healthy eyes, are 22 or older, and have a stable prescription within a certain range.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 22–59 - NCT02576483Recruiting
Compare LASIK, SMILE, and PRK for eye prescription correction
This study compares three laser eye surgeries—LASIK, SMILE, and PRK—to see which works best for people who have similar eye prescription needs. You may be a good fit if you’ve never had vision-correcting surgery before and you meet the eye-health safety checks.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 21–62
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Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting astigmatism studies listed above.
- Byers Eye Institute at Stanford University · 3 studies
- University of Berkeley
What taking part in a astigmatism study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting astigmatism studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there astigmatism clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 4 recruiting astigmatism studies with a site near San Francisco, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a astigmatism study near San Francisco?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in San Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a astigmatism trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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New astigmatism studies open near San Francisco regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.