Clinical trials · San Diego, CA
Crohn’s disease clinical trials in San Diego
We’re tracking 23 recruiting crohn’s disease studies with a site in or near San Diego — including Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Diego
- NCT05781152RecruitingPhase 4
Testing how new Crohn’s imaging and scopes predict outcomes
This study follows children newly diagnosed with Crohn’s disease to see how results from scans and endoscopy (camera scope) relate to outcomes over the first year. It may help doctors choose better early treatment plans and monitor children more effectively.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 6–17 - NCT07184931RecruitingPhase 3
Testing duvakitug for active Crohn's disease
This study tests a new drug called duvakitug for people with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease who haven't responded well to other treatments. It aims to see if the drug can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 16–80 - NCT06548542RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy study for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests a new targeted therapy for adults with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who haven't responded well to other treatments. It aims to reduce inflammation and improve symptoms.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06819878RecruitingPhase 3
Afimkibart for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests an experimental drug called afimkibart for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who haven't responded well to other treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can help control symptoms and reduce inflammation over time.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 16–80 - NCT06424769Enrolling by invitation
Managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Text Message Surveys
This study aims to improve care and reduce health gaps for people with inflammatory bowel disease using text-message surveys to track symptoms and guide better disease management.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 13 years+ - NCT06581328RecruitingPhase 4
Study of vedolizumab for ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease
This study tests the drug vedolizumab in adults with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. It aims to see how well the medicine works in a community (non-hospital) setting.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT06560021Enrolling by invitation
Random biopsies in inflammatory bowel disease surveillance
This trial looks at whether taking random biopsies during a routine colonoscopy is helpful for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who are at risk for colon cancer. It aims to understand if random biopsies can detect early signs of cancer or pre-cancer.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06819891RecruitingPhase 3
Study of afimkibart for active Crohn's disease
This trial tests a new medicine called afimkibart for people with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease that has not responded well to other treatments. It aims to see if the medicine can safely reduce inflammation and improve symptoms.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 16–80 - NCT07577843RecruitingPhase 3
Testing JNJ-78934804 for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests a new drug called JNJ-78934804 for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who have not responded well to or can't tolerate current treatments. The goal is to see if this drug can reduce inflammation and symptoms in the digestive tract.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07499232RecruitingPhase 3
Guselkumab vs Risankizumab for Crohn's disease
This trial compares two drugs, guselkumab and risankizumab, to see which works better for people with moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease. Both are given as injections and aim to reduce inflammation in the gut.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02791854Enrolling by invitation
Improving Care for Adults With Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis
This trial looks at ways to improve care for adults living with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. You may be invited if your clinic is part of an inflammatory bowel disease care network called IBD Qorus.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT05660746RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Infliximab dose tailored to control Crohn’s inflammation
This trial tests a more precise way to start infliximab (a Crohn’s medicine) and adjust dosing based on how your body responds. It aims to better control Crohn’s inflammation early and keep it under control.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 6–22 - NCT04779320RecruitingPhase 3
Vedolizumab for teens with moderate to severe Crohn's
This trial tests vedolizumab to treat children and teens with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease when standard treatments haven’t worked or caused side effects. It may help reduce gut inflammation and symptoms and help some patients stay healthier over time.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 2–17 - NCT07196722RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing icotrokinra for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests a new medicine called icotrokinra for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who have not responded well to other treatments. It aims to see if icotrokinra can help reduce symptoms and improve gut health.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 2 years+ - NCT06430801RecruitingPhase 3
Study of tulisokibart for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This trial tests a new medicine called tulisokibart for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. The medicine may help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms. It is for those who have not had success with other treatments.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 16–80 - NCT06226883RecruitingPhase 2
Testing MORF-057 for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests an oral medicine called MORF-057 for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. It aims to see if the drug can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms for those who haven't had success with other treatments.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–85 - NCT05230173Recruiting
Treat to endoscopic remission in inflammatory bowel disease
This study tests whether switching to a different treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can achieve healing of the gut lining. It is for people whose symptoms are under control but who still have significant inflammation in their bowel.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06227910RecruitingPhase 3
Study of vedolizumab with or without upadacitinib for Crohn's disease
This trial tests combining two medicines, vedolizumab and upadacitinib, to see if they work better together than vedolizumab alone for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease that hasn't responded well to other treatments.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT02103361Recruiting
Pregnancy registry for Stelara or Tremfya exposure
This study is a pregnancy exposure registry. It collects information to better understand pregnancy outcomes after exposure to Stelara or Tremfya (medicines used for autoimmune diseases).
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06045754RecruitingPhase 4
Study of vedolizumab with other drugs for Crohn's disease
This trial tests whether combining vedolizumab with adalimumab or ustekinumab helps people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who haven't responded to other treatments. It aims to find better ways to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06710067Recruiting
Urine chemicals for diagnosing disease
This study looks at chemicals in urine to help find new ways to diagnose diseases. You give one urine sample and answer a few questions—no treatment or long-term follow-up needed.
Encinitas, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06958536RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new drug for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests an experimental drug called SAR442970 for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who haven't had success with standard treatments or biologics. The goal is to see if it can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms.
Escondido, CaliforniaAges 18–75
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Crohn’s disease trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near San Diego
Institutions with a site for the recruiting crohn’s disease studies listed above.
- Clinical Applications Laboratories · 5 studies
- Medical Associates Research Group, Inc. · 5 studies
- University of California San Diego Health · 5 studies
- Rady Children's Hospital San Diego · 4 studies
- Southern California Research Center · 3 studies
- Acclaim Clinical Research
- Erick H. Alayo Medical Corporation
- Gastroenterology and Liver Institute
What taking part in a crohn’s disease 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 crohn’s disease studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there crohn’s disease clinical trials near San Diego?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 23 recruiting crohn’s disease studies with a site near San Diego, 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 crohn’s disease study near San Diego?
- 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 Diego to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Diego, 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 crohn’s disease 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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