Clinical trials · Los Angeles, CA
Diabetes clinical trials in Los Angeles
We’re tracking 114 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in or near Los Angeles — 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 Los Angeles
- NCT07565506RecruitingPhase 2
Nu-3 Gel for Mild Diabetic Foot Infections
This study tests a new gel treatment (Nu-3) for mild infections in diabetic foot ulcers. The goal is to find the right dose and see if it helps heal these wounds safely.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07561541RecruitingPhase 4
Extended Antibiotics for Diabetic Leg Fracture Surgery
This study tests whether taking antibiotics for a longer time helps prevent infections in people with poorly controlled diabetes who need surgery for a lower leg or foot fracture. Since diabetes makes infections more likely after surgery, extra antibiotics might reduce that risk.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06112418Recruiting
Personalized vs standard care to prevent heart attacks
This trial compares two ways to prevent heart attacks and strokes: one uses a special heart CT scan to guide care, the other uses standard risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol. You may be eligible if you are older (men over 55, women over 65) and have diabetes, prediabetes, or metabolic syndrome.
Huntington Park, CaliforniaAges 55 years+ - NCT07064473RecruitingPhase 3
Testing vicadrostat plus empagliflozin for diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease
This study tests a new pill called vicadrostat taken with another medicine (empagliflozin) to see if it helps people with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. It may reduce the risk of heart problems, but you must not have had heart failure or use certain other heart medications.
Huntington Park, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07734844RecruitingPhase 3
New vs existing treatment for diabetic macular edema
This study compares a new medication, tabirafusp tedromer, to an existing treatment, aflibercept, for people with diabetic macular edema (swelling in the back of the eye from diabetes). It may help if your DME hasn't improved or you're looking for a new option.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07024823RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of AZD4248 in healthy people and those with kidney disease and diabetes
This trial tests an experimental drug called AZD4248 to see if it's safe for healthy people and for people with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. It also checks if a home device can accurately measure kidney function.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07705555RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing a new eye injection to standard treatment for diabetic eye swelling
This trial tests if a new medicine (MK-8748) works as well as or better than the usual treatment (aflibercept) for people with diabetic macular edema, a condition that causes vision loss from diabetes-related swelling in the back of the eye.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06321302RecruitingPhase 2
Study of BI 764524 for diabetic retinopathy
This study tests an investigational drug called BI 764524 for people with moderate to severe diabetic retinopathy, a complication of diabetes that can damage the retina. The goal is to see if the treatment can help prevent vision loss.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07588100RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of RO7663498 eye injection for diabetic retinopathy
This is an early-stage safety study testing a new medicine injected directly into the eye to treat diabetic retinopathy (damage to blood vessels in the retina caused by diabetes). The study checks if the medicine is safe and how the body processes it.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07868354RecruitingPhase 1
Switching to a new weight-loss medicine from tirzepatide
This study tests how well adults with overweight or obesity, with or without type 2 diabetes, tolerate switching from their current weight-loss medication (tirzepatide) to a new medicine called zenagamtide. It may help you understand if this new option is easier on your stomach.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07553429RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new eye injection for diabetic swelling
This study tests different doses of a new medicine (BI 3812465) injected into the eye to treat diabetic macular edema—swelling in the back of the eye caused by diabetes that can blur vision. The trial measures how safe the medicine is and how well patients tolerate it.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07855133RecruitingPhase 1
Switching to a new treatment for weight or diabetes
This study tests a new medicine called zenagamtide for adults with overweight or obesity, with or without type 2 diabetes, who are currently taking semaglutide. The goal is to see how well people tolerate switching from semaglutide to the new treatment.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05704309Enrolling by invitation
Study of diabetes prevention participants using brain scans
This study looks at how people who previously took part in a diabetes prevention program are doing over time, including brain health using MRI scans for some participants. It may help researchers understand who is at higher risk for memory and thinking problems and why.
Alhambra, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06962839RecruitingPhase 2
Study of BI 1815368 for diabetic macular edema
This study tests a new medicine, BI 1815368, to see if it can help people with diabetic macular edema, a condition that causes swelling in the back of the eye and can blur vision. If you qualify, you may be able to try this treatment and help researchers learn if it works.
Pasadena, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07231419RecruitingPhase 3
Study of suzetrigine for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests an experimental pain drug called suzetrigine for people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage from diabetes that causes pain in the feet and legs). It aims to see if the drug can safely reduce pain over time.
Pasadena, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT07592273RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Gene therapy for diabetic eye disease without macular swelling
This trial tests a gene therapy injection into the eye to treat diabetic retinopathy (eye damage from diabetes) before it progresses. The goal is to slow or prevent vision loss and potentially delay the need for laser treatment or other injections.
Pasadena, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04684602RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of stem cells for several short- and long-term illnesses
This early-stage study tests whether injections of mesenchymal stem cells can be safe and helpful for certain chronic (long-term) and acute (short-term) conditions. You might be considered if you can consent, are able to return for follow-up visits, and do not have key reasons that would make stem-cell treatment unsafe.
Culver City, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07425522RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new eye injection for diabetic macular edema
This study tests a new drug (RO7823653) given as an eye injection for people with diabetic macular edema, a condition where swelling in the retina harms vision. It aims to see if the drug is safe and how the body processes it.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07209475RecruitingPhase 4
Amnio-Maxx for healing diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests whether a special wound dressing called Amnio-Maxx can help heal foot ulcers in people with diabetes. You may qualify if you have a diabetic foot ulcer that hasn't healed much with standard care.
Burbank, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02915198RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin for prediabetes to reduce heart and blood-vessel events
This trial tests whether taking metformin in people with prediabetes can lower the chance of future heart attack, stroke, or other blood-vessel problems. You may be a good fit if you have prediabetes plus existing cardiovascular disease or significant blood-vessel disease.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07784270RecruitingPhase 3
Weight loss injection for adults with type 2 diabetes and overweight
This study tests a new injected medicine that may help people with type 2 diabetes and overweight or obesity lose weight. The trial will see how well it works and if it is safe compared to a placebo.
Gardena, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06453928Recruiting
Starting diabetes technology for type 1 diabetes
This study helps people with type 1 diabetes who use insulin injections learn about and start using diabetes technology like continuous glucose monitors or insulin pumps. It aims to see if starting technology improves blood sugar control.
Santa Monica, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07564414RecruitingPhase 3
Weight Loss Study Comparing Two Doses of CagriSema
This study tests whether a new combination medication called CagriSema (in two different doses) helps people with obesity lose weight. You may qualify if you're 18 or older, have a BMI of 35 or higher, and either don't have type 2 diabetes or have it well-controlled.
Van Nuys, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05708859RecruitingPhase 4
Tirzepatide to slow plaque buildup in coronary arteries
This trial studies tirzepatide to see if it can slow the progression of coronary artery plaque in people with type 2 diabetes. It uses special heart CT scans to track changes over time.
Torrance, CaliforniaAges 40–80
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Diabetes trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Los Angeles
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- Retina-Vitreous Associates Medical Group · 4 studies
- Global Research Management, Inc. · 3 studies
- Retina Associates of Southern California · 3 studies
- California Clinical Trials Medical Group managed by PAREXEL · 2 studies
- Hope Clinical Research · 2 studies
- Long Beach Research Institute · 2 studies
- Research Site · 2 studies
- The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center · 2 studies
What taking part in a diabetes 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 diabetes studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there diabetes clinical trials near Los Angeles?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 114 recruiting diabetes studies with a site near Los Angeles, 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 diabetes study near Los Angeles?
- 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 Los Angeles to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Los Angeles, 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 diabetes 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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