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Children clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 205 recruiting children studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT07322146Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Shorter antibiotics for children with common infections
This study tests whether shorter courses of antibiotics are as effective as longer ones for children hospitalized with pneumonia, skin infections, or urinary tract infections. It may help children get back to normal faster and reduce side effects.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2 months–17 years - NCT05057702Recruiting
Personalized surgery-focused treatment plan for relapsed brain cancer
This study tests a personalized treatment plan for children and young adults whose medulloblastoma or ependymoma has come back. It aims to guide doctors using new tissue from surgery or biopsy after earlier treatments are fully finished.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–39 - NCT05096481RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine for brain tumors in children and young adults
This trial tests a vaccine that may help the immune system fight brain tumors (medulloblastoma, high-grade glioma, and DIPG). It is for patients who have already had standard treatment and whose tumors are still present or have returned.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–39 - NCT05574296RecruitingPhase 1
Test hydrogen gas for children needing emergency heart resuscitation
This early safety study tests whether “hydrogen” can be given to children during emergency heart resuscitation that isn’t improving with standard efforts. It’s meant to see if the treatment is safe and feasible for a very specific, life-threatening situation.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT05026749RecruitingPhase 3
Azithromycin for severe RSV breathing failure in young children
This trial tests whether azithromycin (an antibiotic) can improve outcomes for babies and young children in the ICU who have RSV causing serious breathing problems. It mainly looks at children who start strong breathing support soon after RSV symptoms begin.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3 days–2 years - NCT04726241RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing blood and bone marrow samples in young leukemia patients
This trial looks at blood and bone marrow samples from children and teens whose leukemia has come back or is hard to treat. The goal is to better understand the disease and guide future options for these patients.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 22 years - NCT07126262RecruitingPhase 2
Vosoritide for growth in infants with hypochondroplasia
This study tests a daily injection called vosoritide to see if it helps children with hypochondroplasia grow taller. It is for babies and toddlers up to 35 months old who are shorter than average for their age.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges birth–3 years - NCT04782258RecruitingPhase 3
Testing the safety of tolvaptan in children with ARPKD
This trial is for children from 28 days old up to 18 years who have a rare kidney disease called ARPKD. It will test if the drug tolvaptan is safe for them. The study helps find new treatment options for kids with this condition.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4 weeks–18 years - NCT03587272RecruitingPhase 2
Sibling bone marrow transplant to reduce treatment side effects
This study tests a way to do a bone marrow (stem cell) transplant from an HLA-matched sibling in children with sickle cell disease, aiming to lower the risk of serious side effects. You may be considered if you have certain past sickle complications and your body can safely handle the transplant plan.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2–25 - NCT06026969Recruiting
Study on Lyme disease and baby development after pregnancy exposure
This study looks at how Lyme disease during pregnancy might affect a baby's development. It involves questionnaires and possibly an MRI of the baby's brain, done at a visit or remotely.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07746167Recruiting
Pupil response study in healthy adults
This study looks at how your pupils react to light in healthy people. It may help doctors understand normal eye responses, which could improve future eye tests.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–60 - NCT06597006RecruitingPhase 3
Study of inclisiran for children with homozygous familial high cholesterol
This trial tests a new medicine called inclisiran to lower very high cholesterol in children aged 2 to 12 who have a specific genetic condition (homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, or HoFH). You may not need to change your current cholesterol treatments, and the study will check if inclisiran can help reduce your LDL cholesterol further.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2–11 - NCT04293562RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing chemotherapy options for newly diagnosed AML in young patients
This trial compares standard chemotherapy with newer drug combinations (CPX-351 and gilteritinib) for children and young adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a type of blood cancer. It aims to find which treatment works better and who might benefit from targeted therapy based on specific genetic changes (FLT3 mutations).
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6 months–21 years - NCT04322318RecruitingPhase 2
Study of combination chemotherapy for Wilms tumor in children
This Phase 2 trial tests combination chemotherapy for children with certain types of Wilms tumor—either newly diagnosed diffuse anaplastic Wilms tumor or favorable Wilms tumor that has come back. The goal is to see how well the treatment controls the tumor and is tolerable for children.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 30 years - NCT07336264Recruiting
Understanding acute pain in children
This study looks at how children and teens experience pain after surgery or during a bone marrow transplant. It aims to better understand acute pain, which is short-term pain that goes away as the body heals.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–21 - NCT06034678Recruiting
Food allergy mastery program for teens and their families
This trial tests a program to help teens with food allergies learn more about managing their condition and reduce its impact on daily life. It is for kids ages 10–14 who have had a common food allergy for at least one year.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 10–14 - NCT06873035Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Infigratinib for children with hypochondroplasia
This study tests an oral medication called infigratinib in children with hypochondroplasia, a form of short stature. It aims to see if the drug can help improve growth and is for children who are still growing.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–18 - NCT04372875Recruiting
Help for teens using health tech in the emergency room
This trial tests whether using a health information technology tool in the emergency department can improve sexual health care and reduce health disparities for teens. It focuses on gathering survey and screening information so care can better meet needs.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 15–21 - NCT06212947Recruiting
An observational study for children with hypochondroplasia
This study observes children with hypochondroplasia to learn more about the condition. It does not involve any treatment—just monitoring and data collection to help future research.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 15 years - NCT04398901Enrolling by invitation
Study of brain and development outcomes after Zika exposure
This study follows children to compare development in kids exposed to Zika before birth versus similar children not exposed. The goal is to understand what effects Zika exposure may have on early brain development and long-term outcomes.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–7 - NCT06892158Recruiting
Massage therapy for sleep in teens with cancer
This trial studies if massage therapy can help teenagers and young adults with cancer sleep better while they are in the hospital. Participants will receive massage sessions and answer questions about their sleep.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12–21 - NCT06100744RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drugs for children with psoriatic arthritis
This study tests two drugs—risankizumab and adalimumab—to see which is safer and works better for children with active psoriatic arthritis. It's for kids who have not been helped enough by standard disease-modifying drugs.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 5–17 - NCT07831018Recruiting
Using AI notes to help families understand hospital care
This study tests whether AI-generated care summaries can help parents and caregivers better understand their child's hospital stay. If the summaries are clear, they might make communication with the care team easier.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06995729RecruitingPhase 1
Testing zavegepant nasal spray in children with migraines
This trial tests whether the medicine zavegepant (given as a nasal spray) is safe and works well for children aged 6 to 11 who have a history of migraines. If your child gets migraines, this study may help find a new treatment option.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–11
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Children trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting children studies listed above.
- Children's National Hospital · 13 studies
- Children's National Medical Center · 6 studies
- Johns Hopkins University · 6 studies
- Inova Fairfax Hospital · 3 studies
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital · 3 studies
- Sinai Hospital of Baltimore · 3 studies
- Children's National Health System · 2 studies
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center · 2 studies
What taking part in a children 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.
Common questions
- Are there children clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 205 recruiting children studies with a site near Washington, D.C., 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 children study near Washington, D.C.?
- 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 Washington, D.C. to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Washington, D.C., 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 children 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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