Clinical trials · Kansas City, MO
Obesity & Overweight clinical trials in Kansas City
We’re tracking 21 recruiting obesity & overweight studies with a site in or near Kansas City — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Kansas City
- 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.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07667803RecruitingPhase 3
Study of elecoglipron for weight loss in obesity or overweight
This trial tests an investigational drug called elecoglipron to see if it helps people with obesity or overweight lose weight. It may be an option if you have a high body mass index or weight-related health issues like high blood pressure or prediabetes.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07776509RecruitingPhase 3
Adding a new drug to current weight-loss therapy for adults with obesity or overweight
This study tests a new medication (AZD6234) added to your current weight-management medication (an incretin-based drug) to see if it helps with weight loss. You may be eligible if you are overweight or obese with related health issues or type 2 diabetes.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07684144RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of a weight-loss medication for people who completed an earlier trial
This study tests the long-term effects of a medication called maridebart cafraglutide for weight management. It is for people who already completed a 72-week study of this drug and want to continue treatment.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18–99 - NCT07784725RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a weight loss injection for adults with obesity
This study tests a new medicine to help adults with obesity or overweight lose weight. It's for people who have had trouble losing weight in the past and don't have diabetes.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07784270RecruitingPhase 3
Weight loss injection for adults with type 2 diabetes and overweight
This study tests a new injected medicine that may help people with type 2 diabetes and overweight or obesity lose weight. The trial will see how well it works and if it is safe compared to a placebo.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07037433RecruitingPhase 3
Heart protection study for people with heart disease and overweight
This study tests a new weekly injection (maridebart cafraglutide) to see if it helps lower the risk of heart problems in people with heart disease and overweight. It is for adults who have had a heart attack, stroke, or artery blockages and also have a BMI of 27 or higher.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 45–99 - NCT05301413RecruitingPhase 2
Diabetes prevention program tailored for Black adults at risk
This Phase 2 study tests a diabetes-prevention program designed for Black/African American adults, focusing on social factors that can affect health and weight. It aims to help participants lower their chances of developing type 2 diabetes through structured education and tracking.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07684235RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of a weight-loss drug for trial graduates
This study tests a drug called Maridebart Cafraglutide for long-term weight management in people who completed a previous related trial. It looks at how well the drug works and its safety over time.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18–99 - NCT07123779RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of a new drug for heart failure with pulmonary hypertension
This study tests an investigational drug (HS235) for people who have both heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and a type of pulmonary hypertension that can happen with it. The goal is to see if the drug can improve symptoms and quality of life.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07743463RecruitingPhase 3
Daily pill for weight loss in adults with excess weight or weight-related health issues
This study tests a once-daily pill called ASC30 to help adults with obesity or overweight who also have conditions like high blood pressure, sleep apnea, or heart disease lose weight. The pill may work by affecting appetite and blood sugar, and the study aims to see how effective and safe it is.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07698145Recruiting
How weight-loss medications affect body muscle, with and without exercise
This study looks at what happens to your body (especially muscle) when you take a newer weight-loss medication, either with or without adding an exercise program. It could help you understand how to best protect your muscle while losing weight.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18–64 - NCT06645470Recruiting
Muscle and movement study for weight loss medications
This study looks at how anti-obesity medications like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) affect your muscles and movement. It may help researchers understand how to combine these drugs with exercise for better health.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06636773Recruiting
Aerobic vs Aerobic Plus Yoga for Weight Loss
This study compares two exercise programs — aerobic exercise alone versus aerobic exercise combined with yoga — to see which helps adults with overweight or obesity lose weight. You would need to follow a diet plan and attend regular exercise sessions at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07743567Recruiting
Weight and pregnancy outcomes after GLP-1 use
This study looks at how a type of weight-loss medication called GLP-1 affects pregnancy and baby outcomes. It aims to learn if this medication is safe to use early in pregnancy.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18–45 - NCT07743450RecruitingPhase 3
Daily oral medication for weight loss in adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes
This study tests a once-a-day pill for adults who are overweight or have obesity and also have type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if the medication helps with weight loss and improves blood sugar control.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06961591Recruiting
Cooking skills for long-term weight loss in young adults with ID
This program teaches cooking skills to help young adults with intellectual disabilities lose weight and keep it off for 2 years. You’ll learn to prepare healthier meals with support from a family member or caregiver.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18–35 - NCT06640179Recruiting
Lifestyle program for kidney transplant recipients
This study tests a diet and exercise program for people who recently received a kidney transplant. It aims to see if the program is safe and helpful for improving health after transplant.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07395687RecruitingPhase 2
Study of UBT251 for people with overweight or obesity
This trial tests different doses of UBT251, a new medicine, to see how well it helps people lose weight. It may be an option if you have overweight or obesity and meet certain age and BMI requirements.
Overland Park, KansasAges 18–65 - NCT07437079RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new weight-loss medicine in healthy people
This study tests a new medicine (NNC6989-0001) for people who are overweight or have obesity. It checks if the medicine is safe and how the body handles it. If eligible, you would receive the study drug and be monitored closely.
Lenexa, KansasAges 18–55 - NCT07767175RecruitingPhase 1
Weight loss study for adults with overweight or obesity
This study tests an investigational medication, called NNC0721-8060, to see how it works in people with excess weight (overweight or obesity). It may help with weight loss, but is still in early human testing.
Lenexa, KansasAges 18–55
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Obesity & Overweight trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Kansas City
Institutions with a site for the recruiting obesity & overweight studies listed above.
- University of Kansas Medical Center · 6 studies
- Research Site · 4 studies
- Alliance for Multispecialty Research · 3 studies
- ICON Early Phase Services, LLC · 2 studies
- JCCT- Juno Northwest Houston · 2 studies
- Altasciences Clinical Kansas, Inc.
- AURORA-1 Clinical Site
- AURORA-2 Clinical Site
What taking part in a obesity & overweight 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting obesity & overweight studies in Missouri.
Common questions
- Are there obesity & overweight clinical trials near Kansas City?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 21 recruiting obesity & overweight studies with a site near Kansas City, 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 obesity & overweight study near Kansas City?
- 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 Kansas City to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Kansas City, 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 obesity & overweight 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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