Clinical trials · Pittsburgh, PA
Diabetes clinical trials in Pittsburgh
We’re tracking 47 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in or near Pittsburgh — including Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Pittsburgh
- NCT06104969Recruiting
Biomarkers for active diabetic foot ulcers
This study is looking for people with diabetes who have an open foot or ankle ulcer. Researchers want to collect samples to find biomarkers, which are natural signs in the body that could help improve treatment and healing. It may be a good fit if you have a diabetic foot ulcer and are not currently in another drug trial for ulcers.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05124808Recruiting
Tight blood sugar targets in pregnant women with gestational diabetes
This study compares a tighter blood sugar goal versus a standard goal in pregnant people with gestational diabetes who are also overweight or obese. It may help find whether stricter blood sugar control improves pregnancy outcomes.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–45 - 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.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT07754461RecruitingPhase 3
Survodutide for blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes
This study tests an investigational drug called survodutide to see if it helps people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. Participants will receive either survodutide or a placebo, and the study will compare changes in HbA1c (a measure of blood sugar control).
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06420661Enrolling by invitation
School program for children with type 1 diabetes
This study tests a special program called SPACE that helps children with type 1 diabetes by working together with their school nurse and diabetes team. The goal is to improve diabetes care and support at school.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 5–12 - NCT05197920Recruiting
Study of diabetes after acute pancreatitis
This study looks at why some people develop diabetes after acute pancreatitis and how that process works in the body. It may help doctors better predict risk and tailor care for people recovering from pancreatitis.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - NCT06368817RecruitingPhase 2
Lower radiation dose for children with CNS germinoma
This trial will see if giving a lower dose of radiation therapy can still effectively treat children and young adults with a type of brain tumor called germinoma. The goal is to reduce side effects while keeping the cancer under control.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 3–29 - NCT05758545Recruiting
Device treatment for diabetic foot ulcers with poor blood flow
This trial tests whether COMS One is safe and effective for healing a specific diabetic foot ulcer. It may help people whose ulcer is not healing well, especially when blood flow to the foot is limited.
McKeesport, PennsylvaniaAges 22–90 - NCT06616844Recruiting
Patch for non-healing diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests a special patch made from pig tissue (placenta) placed on diabetic foot ulcers that are not healing well. If you have a foot ulcer that has been present for 4 to 52 weeks and is not shrinking, you may be able to join the study.
McKeesport, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06938685Recruiting
Testing a new wound treatment for diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests a new wound covering called NeoThelium FT to help diabetic foot ulcers heal. It is for people whose ulcer has not improved much with standard care and is not infected or too deep.
Bryn Mawr, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06449638Recruiting
Testing new wound treatments for hard-to-heal diabetic foot ulcers
This trial compares several advanced wound treatments (called CAMPs) plus standard care versus standard care alone for diabetic foot ulcers that are slow to heal. The goal is to see if adding these treatments helps ulcers close faster.
Jefferson Hills, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06826339RecruitingPhase 4
Advanced wound treatments for diabetic foot and leg ulcers
This study compares several advanced wound treatments (called CAMPs) plus standard care to standard care alone for hard-to-heal diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers. It aims to see if the extra treatments help wounds close faster and prevent complications.
Monroeville, PennsylvaniaAges 21 years+ - NCT07270133Recruiting
Diabetes eye health observation study
This study observes how diabetes affects vision over time in people with diabetes. It helps doctors better understand eye health without any treatment or intervention.
Monroeville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07086443RecruitingPhase 4
Testing a new wound therapy for diabetic foot ulcers
This study tests a new wound therapy for diabetic foot ulcers that haven't healed with standard care. It aims to see if the therapy helps these ulcers heal better and faster.
Monroeville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07567833RecruitingPhase 4
Tracking Eye Function After Diabetes Swelling Treatment
This study follows patients with diabetic eye swelling (a complication of diabetes affecting the macula, the part of your eye needed for detailed vision) who are receiving anti-VEGF injections—a standard treatment that reduces abnormal blood vessel growth. Researchers will measure how well your retina (the light-sensitive tissue in your eye) recovers and functions over time.
Monroeville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06790784RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing faricimab plus laser vs. surgery for diabetic eye disease
This study compares two approaches to treat advanced diabetic eye disease (proliferative diabetic retinopathy): injections of faricimab plus laser, versus surgery (vitrectomy) with laser. It is for people with diabetes who need treatment for PDR and still have relatively good vision (20/100 or better) in the affected eye.
Monroeville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05172089Recruiting
Treating recurring infection in diabetic foot ulcers
This trial studies an approach to treat bacteria living in a diabetic foot ulcer and help prevent the ulcer from coming back. You may be able to join if you have an open diabetic foot ulcer and good blood flow to the wound.
Cranberry Township, PennsylvaniaAges 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.
Beaver, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07797335RecruitingPhase 3
Zenagamtide for diabetes and weight loss
This study compares a new once-weekly injection to lower blood sugar levels against a standard daily injection in people with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk for heart problems. It aims to find out if the new medicine is more effective in managing blood sugar and body weight.
Beaver, PennsylvaniaAges 45 years+ - NCT06897475RecruitingPhase 2
Study of LY3457263 for type 2 diabetes on semaglutide or tirzepatide
This study tests if adding LY3457263 helps lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes who are already taking a stable dose of semaglutide or tirzepatide. You will be randomly assigned to get either LY3457263 or a placebo.
Scottdale, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - 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.
Scottdale, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07668388RecruitingPhase 2
Testing different doses of UBT251 for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a new medicine, UBT251, to see how well it lowers blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It compares different doses to find the best one for you.
Uniontown, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - NCT07321886RecruitingPhase 3
Study of eloralintide for people with obesity or overweight
This trial tests if an investigational drug called eloralintide can help people with obesity or overweight lose weight. It is for people who do not have type 2 diabetes and who have tried but struggled to lose weight on their own.
Uniontown, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Pittsburgh
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- University of Pittsburgh · 5 studies
- Preferred Primary Care Physicians · 3 studies
- Retina-Vitreous Consultants, Inc. · 3 studies
- Heritage Valley Medical Group · 2 studies
- Pittsburgh Clinical Trial Consortium · 2 studies
- Armstrong County Memorial Hospital
- Frontier Clinical Research, LLC
- Heritage Valley Health System
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 Pennsylvania.
Common questions
- Are there diabetes clinical trials near Pittsburgh?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 47 recruiting diabetes studies with a site near Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh?
- 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 Pittsburgh to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Pittsburgh, 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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