Clinical trials · Tennessee
Diabetes clinical trials in Tennessee
We’re tracking 62 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Tennessee — including Early Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Tennessee
- NCT04984226RecruitingPhase 2
Sodium bicarbonate for kidney disease energy and acidity
This trial studies whether taking sodium bicarbonate changes “energy” in cells and improves metabolic acidosis (an acid build-up) in people with moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease. You may be able to join if your kidney function and blood bicarbonate levels fit their targets and you meet safety rules.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 21–85 - NCT05000996Recruiting
Gut microbiome study for people having metabolic surgery
This study looks at your gut bacteria (your “microbiome”) around the time of metabolic surgery. It may help researchers understand how surgery affects gut health and related conditions like diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 21–65 - NCT05955339Recruiting
Using visit recordings and open notes to improve care experience
This study tests two ways of sharing what happened at clinic visits—recording visits and using an “open notes” patient portal—to help older adults manage long-term health conditions with a better experience. It’s likely to help if you have multiple chronic conditions and can use email or a patient portal.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06190717Recruiting
Ultrasound implant to help dialysis fistula mature
This study tests whether a special ultrasound implant (EchoMark) helps a new dialysis fistula mature properly. It involves people with advanced kidney disease who are starting or already on dialysis and are having a fistula created in the upper arm.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 18–84 - 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.
Cleveland, TennesseeAges 55 years+ - NCT05181826Recruiting
Blood collection study for cancer and benign diseases
This study collects blood samples from people with different health conditions (cancer, diabetes, liver disease, etc.) and from healthy volunteers. The goal is to find markers in the blood that could help detect or monitor diseases.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06338553RecruitingEarly Phase 1
GLP-1 drug for early type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether a GLP-1 receptor agonist (a type of medicine that helps control blood sugar and appetite) can improve metabolic health in people with early type 1 diabetes. It may be an option if you have already taken teplizumab to delay the disease or were recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 12–50 - NCT06374277Recruiting
Pharmacy Coaching to Help After Hospital Stay
This study tests a program where a pharmacist helps you manage your medications after you leave the hospital. It is for people with long-term health conditions who want to stay on track with their medicines.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06482944Recruiting
Whole-food diet program for families to prevent type 2 diabetes
This 12-week program helps parents with prediabetes and their children eat healthier whole foods based on U.S. dietary guidelines. The goal is to see if the program can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the family.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 6–59 - NCT00097292Recruiting
Preventing Type 1 Diabetes in At-Risk People
This study looks for people at high risk of developing type 1 diabetes (based on family history or blood markers) and follows them over time to understand disease development. The goal is to eventually prevent or delay type 1 diabetes in people who don't have it yet.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 2–45 - 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.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06831162Enrolling by invitation
Study on addressing health needs in diabetes care
This study looks at whether connecting people with type 2 diabetes, along with high blood pressure or high cholesterol, to resources for needs like food or housing can improve their health. It uses information from a screening questionnaire and may ask some patients to complete a survey.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06828549Enrolling by invitation
Mobile support for diabetes tailored to your needs
This study tests a mobile health program designed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their condition better. You and a support person (like a family member or friend) will use your phones to get reminders, tips, and encouragement.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–75 - NCT03407833Enrolling by invitation
Study changes in the body after weight, gut, or liver treatment
This study looks at how the body’s insulin-sensitivity (how well your body uses sugar/insulin) and organ function change after certain medical procedures. It may help researchers understand why some people improve after surgery or liver transplant and guide future care.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+
Diabetes trials by city in Tennessee
Where these studies are running in Tennessee
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center · 8 studies
- University of Tennessee Medical Center · 2 studies
- Community DPC
- Fresenius Vascular Care Memphis
- Galen Medical Group
- Memphis VA Medical Center
- Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
- TriStar Centennial Medical Center
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 Tennessee?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 62 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Tennessee, 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 Tennessee?
- 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 Tennessee to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Tennessee, 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 Tennessee 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.