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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 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT04278404Recruiting
Drug safety study for children already on certain medicines
This study measures how certain medicines move through the body and checks their safety in children. It may help doctors better understand dosing and side effects in kids who are already receiving these treatments, or in some kids who recently tested positive for COVID-19.
Baltimore, MarylandAges birth–20 years - NCT02193841RecruitingPhase 3
Treating simple bone cysts in children with new bone support
This study looks at how well a treatment works for children with a simple bone cyst in an arm or leg. The goal is to prevent problems like fractures while the cyst heals, using a stabilizing implant in the bone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–21 - NCT07366034RecruitingPhase 3
Testing nerandomilast for children with lung scarring
This trial tests a new oral medicine, nerandomilast, to see if it helps children and teens (ages 2 to under 18) who have a type of lung disease that causes scarring (interstitial lung disease). The study monitors how well patients tolerate the drug and whether it improves their breathing.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–17 - NCT05702645Recruiting
Down syndrome long-term study after leukemia treatment
This study follows children and young adults with Down syndrome who have survived acute leukemia (ALL or AML) to learn about their longer-term health after treatment ends. It may help families and doctors understand what health problems to watch for and how to provide better follow-up care.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6–39 - NCT05705531Recruiting
Cardiac MRI study of heart health after Hodgkin lymphoma treatment
This study looks at how certain blood-related “growth patterns” connect to long-term heart health after treatment for classical Hodgkin lymphoma. It may help doctors better predict who could develop heart problems and how to monitor them over time.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 7 years+ - NCT07412002Recruiting
End-of-life care quality for children with cancer
This trial asks bereaved parents about the quality of care their child received in the last month of life. It aims to improve how hospitals support families when a child with cancer is dying.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07723924RecruitingPhase 2
Plecanatide for constipation in children and teens
This study tests a new medicine called plecanatide for children and teens with functional constipation. It aims to see if it helps improve bowel movements compared to a placebo (a pill with no medicine).
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6–17 - NCT06524882RecruitingPhase 3
Special glasses for lazy eye in children 8 to 12 years old
This trial tests if special movies or games viewed through a headset can improve vision in children with lazy eye (amblyopia). It compares these treatments to wearing glasses alone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 8–12 - NCT06380517RecruitingPhase 3
Headset therapy vs patching for lazy eye in children
This study tests a new way to treat lazy eye (amblyopia) in 4 to 7 year olds using special shows watched through a headset (dichoptic therapy). It compares this to the standard treatment of wearing a patch over the stronger eye. The goal is to see if the headset therapy works as well or better than patching.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 4–7 - NCT02708134Recruiting
Study of CPR quality in children and young adults
This trial looks at how well CPR (chest compressions) is done during an emergency resuscitation in children and young adults. The goal is to understand what helps improve care during life-saving resuscitation.
Baltimore, MarylandAges birth–18 years - NCT05711667RecruitingPhase 3
Letermovir to prevent CMV after stem cell transplant in kids
This trial tests whether the medicine letermovir can prevent a common virus (CMV) from coming back after an allogeneic stem cell transplant in children. It may help lower the risk of CMV infection during the vulnerable period right after transplant.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–18 - NCT05442567RecruitingPhase 3
Vedolizumab study for kids with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s
This Phase 3 study tests whether vedolizumab can help children with ulcerative colitis (UC) or Crohn’s disease (CD) who improved on earlier treatment. It focuses on kids who can stay off steroid medicines and follow study visits and safety rules.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT07297979RecruitingPhase 1
Xaluritamig for relapsed or refractory Ewing sarcoma
This trial is testing a new drug called xaluritamig for children, teens, and adults with Ewing sarcoma that has come back or is not responding to treatment. The goal is to see if this drug can shrink the cancer or stop it from growing.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT07390773Recruiting
Supporting decisions for critically ill children
This study tests a program called BRIDGE that helps parents, doctors, and nurses talk about difficult medical decisions for seriously ill children. It focuses on improving communication and understanding between families and the care team.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT06783309RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing CNP-103 for newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new study drug called CNP-103 for people ages 12-35 who were recently diagnosed (within 6 months) with stage 3 type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if the drug can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin, potentially slowing the need for more insulin shots.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12–35 - NCT06789913RecruitingPhase 2
Testing RLY-2608 for growth disorders linked to PIK3CA mutations
This trial tests a new medicine, RLY-2608, that targets the specific genetic change (PIK3CA mutation) causing overgrowth conditions. It aims to see if the drug can slow or stop the growth of affected tissues.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT05145010Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Infigratinib follow-up for children with achondroplasia
This trial studies how well infigratinib works and remains safe for children with achondroplasia. It includes children who already took infigratinib in a prior QED study, and some who are starting treatment for the first time.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–18 - NCT04571658Recruiting
NEPTUNE Match study linking you to possible kidney research trials
This study is an add-on process that uses information from the NEPTUNE kidney study to see whether you might be able to join other kidney research trials. It may help connect eligible people with appropriate new treatment studies when they become available.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–80 - NCT07031323Recruiting
OnTrackCF: Using a smartphone app to help manage CF treatment
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help people with cystic fibrosis stay on track with their twice-daily CFTR modulator medication. Researchers want to see if the app is easy to use and helpful.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03465592RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Nivolumab after mismatched bone marrow transplant for sarcoma
This trial studies nivolumab (an immune treatment) in people with sarcoma who already had a partially mismatched bone marrow transplant. It may help the new immune system recognize and attack cancer, and researchers will also watch closely for side effects like GVHD (immune reaction after transplant) and autoimmune problems.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–40 - NCT05829668Recruiting
Behavior plan study for children with Cornelia de Lange syndrome
This study tests a structured behavior assessment and treatment program for children with Cornelia de Lange syndrome who have challenging behaviors. It may help reduce self-injury, aggression, and disruptive behavior through a plan families can carry out.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–15 - NCT05814510Recruiting
Help deliver an asthma program in schools and homes
This study tests an asthma education and management program for children, involving caregivers at home and staff at participating schools. You may be able to help by taking part in the program and supporting asthma care at home or school.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT07441876RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing a new drug to vosoritide for children with achondroplasia
This trial tests a new medicine, BMN 333, against an existing one (vosoritide) to see if it helps children with achondroplasia grow. It's for kids who haven't used these treatments before.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–17 - NCT06145477Recruiting
Parenting support for preschoolers in Head Start
This study tests a new virtual program to help parents manage their preschool child's behavior and support their mental health. It is for families in Baltimore City Head Start programs.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–99
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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.
- Johns Hopkins University · 9 studies
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center · 2 studies
- Johns Hopkins Medicine · 2 studies
- Sinai Hospital of Baltimore · 2 studies
- Wilmer Eye Institute · 2 studies
- Baltimore City Public Schools
- Barry J. Reiner, MD, LLC
- Johns Hopkins Hospital
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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