Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Metabolic Disease clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 30 recruiting metabolic disease studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT00920972RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Bone marrow transplant prep for children with non-cancer blood disorders
This early-stage study tests a specific chemotherapy “conditioning” regimen to prepare the body for a bone marrow transplant in children with certain non-cancer blood or immune conditions. It may help the transplant work better, but it also carries risks from the chemotherapy and transplant process.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 20 years - NCT01351545Recruiting
Cryopreserved cord blood access program for transplant patients
This trial studies an organized way to obtain and distribute unlicensed (not FDA-approved for general use) stored cord blood units that have been frozen and kept. It may help people who need a cord blood transplant but don’t fit the “licensed cord blood only” options.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT01143454Recruiting
Study unusual heart conditions and related genetic traits
This study looks at people with unusual or rare heart problems, or people with a family history of these issues. Doctors and researchers may collect and study your blood or tissue (and possibly store samples) to learn what causes the condition and how it may affect the heart.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–100 - NCT00237315Recruiting
Long-term study of urea cycle disorders in affected families
This study follows people with urea cycle disorders (and some people who are very likely to have one) over time. It aims to better understand how these rare enzyme problems affect health, using medical tests and family information.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT07575932RecruitingPhase 2
Testing New Weight Loss Medications PF-08653945 and PF-08653944
This study tests two new experimental medications designed to help adults lose weight and improve weight-related health conditions like high blood pressure and sleep apnea. Participants will take one of these medications to see if it's safe and effective.
Arlington, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT02692885Recruiting
Study body fat tissue to learn how it affects metabolism
This study looks at samples of body fat to understand what controls metabolism (how your body uses energy). You may be asked for a fat tissue sample during surgery or through a special biopsy scan, depending on your situation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–90 - NCT07046819RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for liver disease linked to alcohol use
This trial tests if tirzepatide, a medication that helps with weight and blood sugar, can improve liver health in people with alcohol use disorder who also have fatty liver disease. It aims to reduce liver fat and related risks.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 21–100 - NCT02769975Recruiting
Check children and teens with hormone and metabolism problems
This study evaluates children (and sometimes relatives) who may have hormone (endocrine) or metabolism-related conditions. It helps doctors better understand these problems by doing a clinical evaluation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3 months–100 years - NCT03374215Recruiting
Study hormone causes of high blood pressure in Black adults
This study looks at the body’s hormone signals to understand what causes primary aldosteronism (a condition that can lead to high blood pressure). By comparing clinical results and lab data, researchers hope to improve how the condition is diagnosed and managed, especially in Black participants.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 7–70 - NCT05007990Recruiting
Interview study of caregiving networks over a person’s life
This study uses interviews and questionnaires to better understand who makes up a caregiver’s support network when caring for someone with a long-term health condition. Your answers may help researchers understand how caregiving changes over time and across different health situations.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT04864886Recruiting
Study how immune-related conditions affect metabolism
This study collects blood and other samples to see how the immune system changes “metabolism” (how your body uses energy) in people with immune-related conditions. Your samples may also be stored for future research and could help researchers better understand immune health.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT05600946Recruiting
Study of body differences in creatine transporter deficiency
This study looks at physical and body features in people with creatine transporter deficiency caused by a specific gene change (SLC6A8). It may help doctors better understand the condition and how it shows up, which can improve future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–40 - NCT06092346Recruiting
Understanding rare purine and pyrimidine metabolism disorders
This study aims to learn more about rare disorders of purine and pyrimidine metabolism (DPPM), which can affect the brain, immune system, kidneys, and muscles. Researchers will study people with these disorders, their family members, and healthy volunteers to better understand the condition over time.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 month–100 years - NCT05652478RecruitingPhase 2
How HIV prevention drugs affect metabolism in healthy people
This study tests how certain HIV prevention drugs affect the body's metabolism (how it uses energy) in healthy people. It aims to understand side effects before these drugs are used more widely, which could help make future treatments safer.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–55 - NCT07191561Recruiting
Liver fat and alcohol use disorder study
This trial looks at how the liver processes fat in people with alcohol use disorder. It may help find better ways to treat liver problems related to drinking.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT04419870Recruiting
Acute infections in people with mitochondrial disease
This study looks at how people with mitochondrial disease respond to acute infections like COVID-19 or the flu. It aims to understand how infections affect the body and to find better ways to care for patients.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2 months–115 years - NCT01780168Recruiting
Study of metabolism, infection, and immunity in mitochondrial disease
This study looks at how metabolism, infections, and the immune system work together in people with mitochondrial disease. It aims to learn more about the condition and may help guide future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4 weeks–115 years - NCT06044935Recruiting
Nicotinamide riboside for fat burning and metabolism
This study tests whether a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (a form of vitamin B3) helps the body burn fat more efficiently during exercise. It may be a good option if you are overweight or have a specific type of diabetes (MODY2) and want to see if a natural supplement can boost your metabolism.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT02830308Recruiting
Adult study evaluating endocrine and metabolic health
This trial enrolls adults with known or suspected hormone (endocrine) or metabolism-related conditions for clinical evaluation. The goal is to help doctors assess and better understand what’s causing these health problems.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT02890342Recruiting
Studying Propionic Acidemia, gut bacteria, and body chemistry over time
This study follows people with propionic acidemia to better understand how the body, diet, gut bacteria, and blood chemistry change over time. It may help researchers learn more about the condition and how pregnancy, transplant, and daily life affect health.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 month–100 years - NCT03372733RecruitingPhase 2
Omega-7 oil effects on blood fats and fullness
This study tests whether an omega-7 (palmitoleic acid–rich) oil changes your blood fat levels and how full you feel. It includes healthy adults and may help explain nutrition-based ways to support heart health.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT07165028RecruitingPhase 3
Study of new drugs for fatty liver with scarring
This trial tests new medicines for adults with fatty liver disease (MASLD) that has already caused some liver scarring. It aims to see if these drugs can help prevent the liver disease from getting worse.
Chevy Chase, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06318169RecruitingPhase 3
Testing pegozafermin for MASH and liver fibrosis
This trial tests an experimental drug called pegozafermin to see if it can help people with MASH (a fatty liver disease) and liver scarring (fibrosis). It's for people who have moderate-to-advanced scarring but not cirrhosis, and who have not had other serious liver conditions or poorly controlled diabetes.
Greenbelt, MarylandAges 18–80
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Metabolic Disease trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting metabolic disease studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 19 studies
- Children's National Medical Center · 2 studies
- 89bio Clinical Study Site
- Capital Digestive Care
- Clinical Study Site
- DelRicht Research
- Georgetown University Medical Center
- Hope Center
What taking part in a metabolic disease 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 metabolic disease clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 30 recruiting metabolic disease 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 metabolic disease 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 metabolic disease 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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