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Kidney Diseases clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 72 recruiting kidney diseases studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT03884075RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide study for fatty liver and how sugar affects the liver
This Phase 2 study tests how semaglutide (a diabetes medication also used for weight) affects fatty liver and the liver’s response to sugar. It may help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease understand whether the drug improves liver fat and related changes.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT05213598Recruiting
Biomarker study for liver disease after Fontan surgery
This study looks for blood and/or test markers that can better show how severe liver disease is in people who had the Fontan heart procedure. It also involves medical imaging and/or a liver biopsy or related procedures to help evaluate those markers.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT05419037Recruiting
Study of pregnancy outcomes in people with lipodystrophy
This study looks at how pregnancy goes and what birth outcomes happen in women with lipodystrophy, comparing those who used metreleptin during pregnancy versus those who did not. It also collects information and blood samples from the children so researchers can better understand the effects of metreleptin during pregnancy.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 6 months–98 years - NCT05996536Recruiting
Fat labeling study in familial partial lipodystrophy
This study tests a safe way to label fat (triglycerides) in people with a rare condition called familial partial lipodystrophy (FPL), where fat is missing in some areas. It involves two small fat biopsies, one from the belly and one from the thigh, to understand how the body handles fat.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT05470504RecruitingPhase 2
Pegvisomant for severe insulin resistance from rare fat or gene problems
This Phase 2 study tests pegvisomant, a medicine that blocks growth hormone, to see if it can improve severe insulin resistance in people with a specific genetic cause or a rare fat distribution condition. If you fit the rare diagnosis, the study may help clarify whether growth-hormone blocking can improve blood sugar and related health markers.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT00001159Recruiting
Thyroid disorder natural history study
This study observes people with various thyroid conditions, including overactive or underactive thyroid, to learn more about how these disorders develop and progress over time. It may help improve future diagnosis and treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 6 months–98 years - NCT04927416RecruitingPhase 2
Ga-DOTATATE PET/CT scan in metastatic thyroid cancer
This study tests whether a specific special scan (68-Gallium DOTATATE PET/CT) can help doctors better see where thyroid cancer has spread. It focuses on certain types of thyroid cancer and compares how well the scan images metastases.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–98 - NCT05398783Recruiting
Study of how metabolism and body composition change over time
This natural history study follows people to understand how metabolism and body composition vary in health and disease. It may help researchers better measure metabolic changes and understand who is at risk as health and treatments change.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–99 - NCT07571746RecruitingPhase 2
Surovatamig for antibody-mediated kidney disease
This study tests a new medicine called surovatamig for adults with a specific type of kidney disease caused by the body's own antibodies (anti-PLA2R antibody-positive membranous nephropathy). The medicine may help reduce kidney damage and improve kidney function.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–75 - NCT07393594Enrolling by invitation
Tracer study for kidney transplant monitoring
This study looks at a new blood test to help monitor the health of your transplanted kidney and check for early signs of rejection. The test will be done as part of your usual care after a kidney transplant.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05485961RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Clazakizumab for kidney failure patients on dialysis
This study tests an experimental drug called clazakizumab (CSL300) to see if it can reduce inflammation and lower the risk of heart problems in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis. It may help if you have diabetes or heart disease and have high inflammation levels.
Fairfax, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05390892RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing kidney and heart damage in type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether diabetes medicines can help prevent worsening heart and kidney problems in people with type 2 diabetes. You’ll be assigned by chance to one of these medicine types, and your other care will be adjusted for safety.
Manassas, VirginiaAges 40–80 - NCT05917522RecruitingPhase 2
Biomarker-guided changes to anti-rejection medicines after kidney transplant
This Phase 2 study looks at whether blood test “biomarkers” can guide safely changing anti-rejection medicines after an ABO-compatible kidney transplant. It may help some people reduce certain medicines while keeping the new kidney protected from rejection.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT07228364RecruitingPhase 1
Testing safety of AZD1613 for polycystic kidney disease
This trial tests a new study drug called AZD1613 for adults with a certain type of kidney disease (ADPKD). Researchers want to see if it is safe, how the body handles it, and what the right dose might be.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT04671771Recruiting
Testing a new graft for hemodialysis access in kidney failure
This study tests whether an “AV graft” implant works safely and well for people with end-stage kidney disease who need hemodialysis. It may help your dialysis access last and work better, compared with current expectations for AV grafts.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–90 - NCT05106387Recruiting
Study follow-up for people who had a kidney transplant
This study follows adults who previously received vonsetamig in an earlier study and then got a kidney transplant while enrolled. It mainly looks at what happens after the transplant and helps doctors understand outcomes over time.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT06607913Recruiting
Exercise after hospitalization for kidney patients
This study tests whether a personalized exercise program can help adults over 55 with chronic kidney disease regain strength and mobility after a hospital stay.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 55 years+ - NCT07006831Recruiting
Blood study for kidney transplant patients
This study collects blood and leftover donor samples from kidney transplant recipients who need a biopsy. The goal is to improve monitoring after transplant.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05828823Recruiting
Two-times-a-week dialysis for new patients
This study tests whether starting dialysis at twice a week, instead of the usual three times, is safe and effective for people who still have some kidney function. If the kidneys still make urine and clear waste, being on dialysis less often may maintain that function longer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05997875Recruiting
Learning about dialysis access options
This study tests a new way to teach people about hemodialysis and the access (the spot in your arm or leg where the dialysis machine connects). It is for people with advanced kidney disease who are considering hemodialysis and want to learn about their options for vascular access.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07282821RecruitingPhase 2
Bempedoic acid for polycystic kidney disease
This trial tests if the cholesterol-lowering drug bempedoic acid can slow kidney function loss in people with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). It may offer a new option to protect your kidneys.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–60 - NCT04334707Recruiting
Study kidney damage in people with long-term diabetes
This study is looking at different kidney health patterns in people with diabetes, especially diabetic kidney disease and people who have not developed kidney damage despite long-term diabetes. It may help researchers understand why kidney problems happen—and what protective factors might prevent them.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07355296RecruitingPhase 2
Testing BI 764198 in adults and teens with kidney disease
This study tests an investigational drug (BI 764198) in adults and teens with different types of kidney disease. The goal is to see if the drug can help slow kidney damage. You may be able to join if your kidney function is at a certain level, you are on stable blood pressure medications, and you haven't had recent strong immune treatments.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12 years+ - NCT01873235Recruiting
Study for adults with confirmed polycystic kidney disease
This study enrolls adults with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) to better understand the disease and its related changes in the body. It may help researchers find improved ways to track the condition and support future treatments.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+
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Kidney Diseases trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting kidney diseases studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 8 studies
- Johns Hopkins University · 4 studies
- Research Site · 2 studies
- University of Maryland, Baltimore · 2 studies
- Baltimore VA Medical Center
- Inova Fairfax Hospital
- Johns Hopkins Hospital
- Johns Hopkins Hospital:Transplantation
What taking part in a kidney diseases 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.
Common questions
- Are there kidney diseases clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 72 recruiting kidney diseases studies with a site near Washington, D.C., 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 kidney diseases study near Washington, D.C.?
- 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 Washington, D.C. to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Washington, D.C., 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 kidney diseases 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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