Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Diabetes clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 98 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT07167004Recruiting
Boosting nutrition with whole grains for prediabetes or diabetes
This study tests if providing whole-grain foods through online grocery shopping can improve nutrition for people with prediabetes or diabetes. It aims to help you manage your blood sugar better.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 45–70 - NCT05893927Recruiting
Diabetes app coaching for adults with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether a mobile website (on your phone) can help improve diabetes control in adults with type 2 diabetes that is not well controlled. If you qualify, you’ll likely use the app as part of diabetes education to see if it helps your health outcomes.
West Reading, 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+ - NCT05277558Recruiting
MRI and brain testing in teens at risk for type 2 diabetes
This study looks at brain health in teens with normal weight, overweight, or obesity who are at risk for type 2 diabetes. It may help researchers understand how weight and diabetes risk affect the brain, using MRI scans and learning/memory tests.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12–17 - 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+ - NCT06600724Recruiting
Testing a placental tissue dressing for diabetic foot ulcers
This study tests a special wound dressing made from a placental tissue (called PpLHACM) plus standard care, compared to standard care alone, to help heal diabetic foot ulcers that have not healed with usual treatment. It is for people with diabetes who have a moderate-sized foot ulcer without infection or exposed bone.
Monroeville, 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+ - NCT07089602RecruitingPhase 4
Placental membrane for diabetic and venous leg ulcers
This trial tests if a placental membrane product, when added to standard wound care, helps heal diabetic foot ulcers and venous leg ulcers faster than standard care alone.
Philidelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05802329RecruitingPhase 1
Testing eye injections for diabetic macular swelling
This Phase 1 study tests the safety and early effectiveness of OCU200 eye injections in people with diabetic macular edema (DME) that affects the center of vision. It may help by reducing the eye swelling that blurs vision from diabetes.
Erie, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02986984Recruiting
Kidney biopsy study for people with diabetic kidney disease
This study aims to learn more about diabetic nephropathy (kidney problems caused by diabetes) using planned kidney tissue samples. You may benefit by helping researchers understand the disease better, and you may be eligible if you already have a medically needed kidney biopsy scheduled.
Allentown, PennsylvaniaAges 18–100 - NCT07662213RecruitingPhase 3
Elecoglipron vs semaglutide for type 2 diabetes
This study tests an experimental diabetes pill (elecoglipron) to see if it works as well as a current medicine, semaglutide, for people with type 2 diabetes who also have heart risk factors. It aims to help better control blood sugar and weight.
Feasterville-Trevose, 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+ - NCT05447806Recruiting
Diabetes decision help after an alert message
This study tests a computer system that helps clinicians make better diabetes decisions when an alert or disease-management message appears. It may help your care by guiding what actions the care team takes next.
Reading, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07142252RecruitingPhase 2
New drug for recently diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new medicine (rezpegaldesleukin) to see if it can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It's for children and adults diagnosed within the past 100 days.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 8–45 - NCT07216118Recruiting
Helping teens with type 2 diabetes and their families
This study tests ways to help teens and young adults with type 2 diabetes and their families deal with social needs (like food, housing, or money challenges) that can affect health. You and a parent or caregiver will join together.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 13 years+ - NCT07444203Recruiting
Study of kidney tissue in diabetes-related kidney disease
This study collects and studies kidney tissue (from a biopsy or surgery) from people with diabetes-related kidney disease to learn more about the condition. You may be able to help if you've already had a kidney biopsy or certain kidney surgeries.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06848361Enrolling by invitation
Using your health data to manage type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether helping you use your own health information (like blood sugar numbers) on a smartphone app can improve your diabetes self-care. You may join if your blood sugar levels are higher than target and you are not using insulin.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 25–75 - 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+ - NCT07061574RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of immune-modulating drugs for new-onset type 1 diabetes
This study tests two different medications (Anti-Thymocyte Globulin and Adalimumab or Verapamil) to see if they can slow down the loss of insulin production in people with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of the treatments and will be followed for about a year to see how well their bodies still make insulin.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 9–20 - 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).
Beaver, PennsylvaniaAges 18 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.
Beaver, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05762107RecruitingPhase 2
Drug ZT-01 to reduce low blood sugar at night
This Phase 2 study tests ZT-01 to help prevent night-time low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in people with type 1 diabetes. It may help if you’ve had low blood sugar during sleep or are at high risk based on recent glucose monitoring.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - NCT07743450RecruitingPhase 3
Once-daily pill for weight loss in people with type 2 diabetes
This study tests an oral medication, ASC30, to see if it helps people with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese lose weight and improve blood sugar control. It is a once-daily pill that may offer a new treatment option.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07351058RecruitingPhase 3
Enicepatide for weight loss in people with type 2 diabetes
This trial tests an investigational medication, Enicepatide, to see if it helps people with obesity or overweight and type 2 diabetes lose weight and improve blood sugar control. You will receive weekly injections and regular check-ups.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
Diabetes trials by city in Pennsylvania
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- University of Pittsburgh · 4 studies
- Serena Group · 3 studies
- Heritage Valley Medical Group · 2 studies
- Preferred Primary Care Physicians · 2 studies
- Preferred Primary Care Physicians, Inc. · 2 studies
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital · 2 studies
- University of Pennsylvania · 2 studies
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh · 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.
Diabetes trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there diabetes clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 98 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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.
Not the right time?
New diabetes studies open in Pennsylvania regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.