Clinical trials · Los Angeles, CA
Obesity clinical trials in Los Angeles
We’re tracking 74 recruiting obesity studies with a site in or near Los Angeles — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Los Angeles
- NCT06994338RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether a medication called tirzepatide (a once-weekly injection) can help people reduce their alcohol consumption. It is for people who drink heavily, have a high BMI, and are actively seeking help to drink less.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21–65 - NCT05143931Recruiting
Avoid and resist habits to manage weight
This study looks at strategies to help people manage their weight by changing how they respond to food-related cues and habits. It tests whether these approaches can be used over time with regular, brief check-ins.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 14 years+ - NCT07044570Recruiting
Examining attitudes in physical activity engagement
This trial tests if a program can help people who are not very active start and stick with a physical activity routine. Participants will wear a study-provided smartwatch to track their activity and answer brief surveys.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06570642Recruiting
Study on emotions and physical activity
This study looks at how emotions affect your desire to be active. You'll wear a Fitbit smartwatch and answer short surveys to help researchers understand what helps people start and stick with physical activity.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 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.
Huntington Park, CaliforniaAges 45–99 - NCT07589608RecruitingPhase 2
Weight Loss Study With Two New Injectable Medications
This study tests two new injectable drugs (macupatide and eloralintide) alone or together to help adults with obesity or excess weight lose weight. The goal is to see if these medications are safe and effective for weight management.
Huntington Park, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06143956RecruitingPhase 2
Weight loss treatments for adults with obesity
This clinical trial tests new treatments for adults who are overweight or have obesity. The goal is to help people lose weight and improve their health.
Huntington Park, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07594093RecruitingPhase 1
A study of REGN20934 for adults with overweight or obesity
This trial tests a new medication, REGN20934, to see how safe it is and how it works in the body for adults who are overweight or have obesity. It may help if you are looking for new treatment options.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07511205RecruitingPhase 1
Study of AZD1043 for overweight or obesity
This trial tests a new medicine called AZD1043 in healthy adults who are overweight or have obesity. It aims to see if the medicine is safe and how the body handles it.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07566390RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new weight-loss medicine in healthy adults
This early-stage study tests a new experimental medicine (NNC0113-5840) to see how it works in people who are overweight or have obesity. Researchers want to understand how the body processes this medicine and whether it's safe before testing it more widely.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07013643RecruitingPhase 1
How a new weight-loss drug affects birth control pills
This study checks if a new weight-loss medicine changes how the body handles birth control pills. It is for healthy women with overweight or obesity.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 35–75 - 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.
Lynwood, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05309395RecruitingPhase 3
Food prescriptions to help Latino families eat affordably
This trial tests whether giving free/covered “food prescriptions” helps multigenerational Latino households lose weight by improving diet within a budget. It may help families who want to eat healthier without worrying as much about grocery costs.
Pasadena, CaliforniaAges 2 years+ - NCT05143697Recruiting
Coaching program to help young children reduce excess weight
This trial tests a family wellness coaching program using motivational interview counseling and referrals. It may help families support healthier habits for children ages 2 to 8 who have weight above a recommended range.
Pasadena, CaliforniaAges 2–8 - 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.
Inglewood, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT06937086RecruitingPhase 3
Mirikizumab plus tirzepatide for UC with obesity
This study tests whether adding mirikizumab to the weight-loss drug tirzepatide helps people with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis who also have obesity or overweight. It aims to see if the combination reduces bowel inflammation and helps with weight management.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06937099RecruitingPhase 3
Testing two drugs for Crohn's with weight issues
This trial tests two study drugs, mirikizumab and tirzepatide, in people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who also have overweight or obesity. The goal is to see if these treatments can help control Crohn's symptoms and inflammation.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT07284875RecruitingPhase 3
Ribupatide for weight loss in adults without diabetes
This trial tests a new medication, Ribupatide, to see if it helps people with obesity or overweight who also have weight-related health problems. You cannot have diabetes to join.
Toluca Lake, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07284901RecruitingPhase 3
Weekly injection for diabetes and weight loss
This study tests an experimental once-weekly injection called ribupatide for people with type 2 diabetes and overweight. It aims to help them lose weight and better control their blood sugar.
Toluca Lake, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07743463RecruitingPhase 3
Daily pill for weight loss in adults with overweight or obesity
This trial tests an investigational once-daily pill (ASC30) to see if it can help adults with overweight or obesity lose weight. You may be able to join if you have a high body mass index (BMI) and have tried to lose weight before.
Gardena, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07654361RecruitingPhase 3
A new pill for weight loss in obesity and overweight
This study tests an investigational pill called aleniglipron to see if it helps people with obesity or overweight who also have a weight-related health problem (like high blood pressure) lose weight safely. It is a Phase 3 trial, meaning it is in the final stages before seeking approval.
Gardena, CaliforniaAges 18–79 - NCT06864026RecruitingPhase 4
Adding tirzepatide to ixekizumab for psoriatic arthritis with weight concerns
This study tests adding tirzepatide (a once-weekly injection for weight and diabetes) to your current treatment with ixekizumab for psoriatic arthritis. It may help with both joint symptoms and weight.
Whittier, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07564414RecruitingPhase 3
Weight Loss Study Comparing Two Doses of CagriSema
This study tests whether a new combination medication called CagriSema (in two different doses) helps people with obesity lose weight. You may qualify if you're 18 or older, have a BMI of 35 or higher, and either don't have type 2 diabetes or have it well-controlled.
Van Nuys, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04913064Recruiting
White button mushroom supplement for inflammation in high-risk breast cancer
This trial tests whether a white button mushroom powder supplement can lower inflammation in postmenopausal women who have a high risk of breast cancer. If it helps, it could improve early prevention strategies for people at higher risk.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 21 years+
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Obesity trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Los Angeles
Institutions with a site for the recruiting obesity studies listed above.
- Research Site · 4 studies
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · 3 studies
- Velocity Clinical Research, Huntington Park · 3 studies
- ACCOMPLISH-1 Research Site · 2 studies
- California Medical Research Associates Inc. · 2 studies
- Flourish Research · 2 studies
- Kailera Clinical Site · 2 studies
- Kaiser Permanente Southern California · 2 studies
What taking part in a obesity 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 studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there obesity clinical trials near Los Angeles?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 74 recruiting obesity studies with a site near Los Angeles, 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 study near Los Angeles?
- 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 Los Angeles to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Los Angeles, 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 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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