Clinical trials · Virginia
Heart failure clinical trials in Virginia
We’re tracking 48 recruiting heart failure studies with a site in Virginia — including Phase 1, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Virginia
- NCT06280820Enrolling by invitation
A study of heart failure patterns (MAP-HEART)
This study looks at different types of heart failure to understand them better. You may join if you have active heart failure (with symptoms like shortness of breath or swelling) and are willing to participate in research activities.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18–100 - NCT06736574RecruitingPhase 3
Study of omecamtiv mecarbil for chronic heart failure with very weak heart pump
This study tests an investigational medicine (omecamtiv mecarbil) for people with chronic heart failure and very low pumping strength. It looks at whether the drug can help prevent heart failure events or the need for stronger treatments.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18–85 - NCT06310031Recruiting
Testing BrioVAD heart pump for severe heart failure
This trial tests a new left-ventricular assist device (LVAD) called BrioVAD for people with advanced heart failure who are not getting enough benefit from medicines. If you qualify, the device is implanted to help your heart pump blood.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18–100 - NCT05784753Recruiting
Exercise coaching for adults with heart failure and preserved heart strength
This study tests an exercise-focused program (including coaching/support) for adults with heart failure where the pumping strength is preserved. It may help improve exercise ability and daily function while monitoring safety.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05677100Recruiting
Aortix device for acute heart failure
This trial is testing a small pump placed in the aorta to help the kidneys remove extra fluid when standard IV diuretics aren't working well enough for severe heart failure. It may help you if you're hospitalized and still very congested (swollen, fluid buildup) despite strong water pills.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 21 years+ - NCT05064709Recruiting
Test device for heart failure symptoms in some patients
This study tests whether a heart-related device called CCM can improve symptoms and daily function in people with heart failure and a moderately reduced pumping strength. It may help if you’ve had recent heart-failure-related hospital care or urgent treatment and your heart and overall health fit the study limits.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05650658Recruiting
Compare two heart pacing options in people with weak heart function
This trial compares two types of “left-side” heart pacing to see which one works better in people with weak heart pumping. It may help guide the best pacing choice for improving heart function and symptoms.
Newport News, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06286423RecruitingPhase 4
Colchicine for acute heart failure with low pumping strength
This trial tests if the anti-inflammatory drug colchicine can help people hospitalized with acute heart failure and a weak heart pump. It may benefit those with elevated inflammation markers.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06062966RecruitingPhase 1
Study of anakinra for advanced heart failure on inotrope therapy
This study tests whether a drug called anakinra can improve how your heart responds to inotrope therapy (medicines that help your heart pump). It is for people with advanced heart failure who are already on a steady dose of these medicines and have signs of inflammation. The goal is to see if blocking inflammation helps your heart work better.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 21 years+ - NCT06424288RecruitingPhase 3
Testing vicadrostat plus empagliflozin for heart failure
This study tests whether adding a new study drug called vicadrostat to the standard heart failure medicine empagliflozin helps people with heart failure. It may be a good option if you have heart failure with preserved pumping function and are not already on a medicine called an MRA.
Manassas, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06526195Recruiting
A study of CardioMEMS and HeartMate 3 for advanced heart failure
This trial tests if a combination of a tiny lung-artery pressure sensor (CardioMEMS) and a mechanical heart pump (HeartMate 3) is safe and effective for people with advanced heart failure. If you qualify, you'll either get the heart pump plus standard medical therapy, or continue with standard therapy alone and have your pressure monitored remotely.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06675448Recruiting
Best practices for heart failure with leaky mitral valve
This trial compares two treatment approaches for people with heart failure and a leaky mitral valve (mitral regurgitation). It aims to find which strategy leads to better outcomes. You may be eligible if your heart function is reduced and you have symptoms despite standard treatments.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18–99 - NCT06008197RecruitingPhase 3
A study of finerenone for hospitalized heart failure patients
This trial tests a medication called finerenone to see if it helps people hospitalized for heart failure live longer and have fewer heart-related problems. It may be an option for those with a certain type of heart failure where the heart's pumping strength is mildly reduced or normal.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07037459RecruitingPhase 3
A study of a new drug for heart failure with obesity
This trial tests a medication called maridebart cafraglutide for people with heart failure (where the heart doesn't pump as well as it should) and obesity. The goal is to see if it can help improve symptoms and outcomes.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 18–99 - NCT03142152Recruiting
Mitral valve implant for heart failure with leaky mitral valve
This trial tests whether a device called the Carillon Mitral Contour System can help people with heart failure caused by a mild-to-moderate leaky mitral valve. You’d be compared against a control group, and the goal is to improve heart failure symptoms and outcomes.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06009276Recruiting
Gut bacteria, muscle blood flow, and fitness study
This study looks at how the bacteria in your gut affect blood flow to your muscles and your overall fitness. You will provide samples and do some exercise tests to help researchers understand this link.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05433220Recruiting
Messaging to doctors about treating heart failure
This study tests whether sending guidance messages to your cardiologist improves how heart failure care is provided. It may help patients get the right medication plan, if they are not already on the strongest versions of the standard treatments.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04141605Enrolling by invitation
Heart transplant candidates matched for better heart preservation
This study creates a worldwide registry and information database to help improve how donor hearts are preserved for transplant. If you are a heart transplant candidate, your details may be recorded to see what matching and preservation approaches work best.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges Any age - NCT07567001RecruitingPhase 3
Testing NNC0487-0111 for Heart Failure and Obesity
This study tests whether a new medication called NNC0487-0111 can help people with heart failure who also have obesity. Researchers will compare it to a placebo (inactive pill) to see if it improves heart function and overall health.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06024746RecruitingPhase 3
Finerenone plus SGLT2i for hospitalized heart failure
This trial tests whether adding two heart medicines together (finerenone and an SGLT2 inhibitor) helps people who are in the hospital for heart failure recover better. It may be an option for you if you are currently hospitalized and your heart stress markers are high.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06935370RecruitingPhase 3
Testing vicadrostat with empagliflozin for heart failure with weak pump
This trial tests a new drug called vicadrostat combined with another drug, empagliflozin, for people with heart failure and a weak heart pump. It aims to see if this combination helps improve symptoms and outcomes.
Manassas, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05609097Recruiting
Exercise program study for older adults with weaker heart pumping
This study tests a new exercise program for people over 65 with heart failure where the heart pumps less efficiently. The goal is to see if tailored exercise is safe and helpful for breathing, energy, and daily function.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 65 years+ - NCT06307652RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new heart failure and kidney treatment combo
This study tests a new combination of two medicines (balcinrenone and dapagliflozin) for people with heart failure and reduced kidney function. The goal is to see if this combination helps improve heart and kidney health better than current treatments.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18–130 - NCT07178145RecruitingPhase 4
Heart fat and heart failure with preserved pumping ability study
This study looks at fat around the heart in people with heart failure where the heart still pumps normally. It uses MRI scans to understand this fat better, and may help find new treatments.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–90
Heart failure trials by city in Virginia
Where these studies are running in Virginia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting heart failure studies listed above.
- Carient Heart and Vascular · 4 studies
- Inova Fairfax Medical Campus · 4 studies
- Virginia Commonwealth University · 4 studies
- Sentara Norfolk General Hospital · 3 studies
- University of Virginia · 3 studies
- Norfolk, VA Investigative Site 10009 · 2 studies
- Selma Medical Associates · 2 studies
- Sentara Health · 2 studies
What taking part in a heart failure 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.
Heart failure trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there heart failure clinical trials in Virginia?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 48 recruiting heart failure studies with a site in Virginia, 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 heart failure study in Virginia?
- 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 Virginia to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Virginia, 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 heart failure 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 heart failure studies open in Virginia 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.