Clinical trials · District of Columbia
Pediatric ALL clinical trials in District of Columbia
We’re tracking 62 recruiting pediatric all studies with a site in District of Columbia — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in District of Columbia
- NCT05528939Recruiting
Training attention skills for children after cancer
This trial tests a computer-based “attention-control training” program to see if it’s doable and helpful for children who finished treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia or a brain tumor. It also looks at how acceptable the program is for both kids and caregivers.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 8–16 - NCT06892158Recruiting
Massage therapy for sleep in teens with cancer
This trial studies if massage therapy can help teenagers and young adults with cancer sleep better while they are in the hospital. Participants will receive massage sessions and answer questions about their sleep.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12–21 - NCT05267821RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing anakinra to reduce inflammation in pediatric sepsis MODS
This study tests whether a medicine called anakinra can “turn down” harmful inflammation in children with severe illness from sepsis. It aims to improve organ function when multiple organs are starting to fail.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1 day–17 years - NCT05966311Recruiting
Ultrasound-guided feeding tube placement for children
This study tests a new way to place a feeding tube directly into the stomach using ultrasound instead of an endoscope. It may be a safer and less invasive option for children who need help getting nutrition.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges birth–21 years - NCT04039490Recruiting
Ultrasound-guided IV placement in children using a new device
This study tests a new device to help place an IV (a small tube in a blood vessel) in children using ultrasound. It may make the procedure easier and safer for pediatric patients who need a blood-vessel access.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1 month–17 years - NCT07129317Recruiting
Pediatric radiation therapy registry
This study collects information from children and young adults who are getting radiation therapy to help improve future treatments. It looks at how radiation affects the body over time.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges birth–26 years - NCT00674388Recruiting
Improving care for children during anesthesia
This study aims to improve how anesthesia care is delivered to children in participating hospitals. Because it includes all children having anesthesia, it may help ensure safer, better care during procedures.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 21 years - NCT05610787Enrolling by invitation
Testing a device that helps move an EXCOR pediatric heart pump
This trial studies an “active driving” system that controls the EXCOR pediatric heart pump. It’s meant for children who need a heart pump as a bridge to heart transplantation, to help the pump work more safely and effectively.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 21 years - NCT06885073Recruiting
A new way to check vein pressure in children without needles
This trial tests a new way to measure pressure inside a major vein in the chest without needing to stick any needles. It might be an option for children and young adults up to age 21 who already have a central line or are getting a heart catheter.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 21 years - NCT07124078RecruitingPhase 2
Study of axatilimab for young people with chronic graft-versus-host disease
This study tests a new drug called axatilimab for children and teens with chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD) that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The goal is to see if axatilimab works better than the usual care options. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either axatilimab or one of several standard treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2–17 - NCT04726241RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing blood and bone marrow samples in young leukemia patients
This trial looks at blood and bone marrow samples from children and teens whose leukemia has come back or is hard to treat. The goal is to better understand the disease and guide future options for these patients.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 22 years - NCT05096481RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine for brain tumors in children and young adults
This trial tests a vaccine that may help the immune system fight brain tumors (medulloblastoma, high-grade glioma, and DIPG). It is for patients who have already had standard treatment and whose tumors are still present or have returned.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–39 - NCT05156398RecruitingPhase 3
Rimegepant to prevent migraine attacks in children
This trial studies whether rimegepant can reduce how often migraine attacks happen in children and teens. It also looks at safety and how well the treatment fits day-to-day life and school activities.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–17 - NCT04485559RecruitingPhase 1
Trametinib and everolimus for recurrent gliomas
This trial tests two drugs, trametinib and everolimus, for children and young adults with recurrent or progressive gliomas (a type of brain tumor). The goal is to see if this drug combination is safe and effective in treating these tumors.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–25 - NCT05948943RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Alpelisib for lymphatic malformations with a PIK3CA change
This trial tests alpelisib (a targeted medicine) for people who have lymphatic malformations (LyM) that cause symptoms and have a PIK3CA mutation. It may help shrink or control these lesions when other procedures are delayed until after the first 24 weeks.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges birth–100 years - NCT05835310RecruitingPhase 3
IV anifrolumab for active lupus in children
This study tests whether an intravenous medicine called anifrolumab can safely improve active systemic lupus (SLE) in children. If you qualify, you may receive the study treatment and be closely monitored for safety and lupus symptoms.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 5–17 - NCT04649242RecruitingPhase 3
Migraine pain relief study for kids and teens
This trial studies a medicine for stopping a migraine attack in children and teens. It may help families understand which treatment works best during acute (during-attack) migraine pain.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–17 - NCT05609630RecruitingPhase 3
Testing two medicines for active systemic juvenile arthritis
This Phase 3 trial studies how well upadacitinib (a pill) and tocilizumab (a shot/IV medicine) improve symptoms and inflammation in children with active systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (sJIA). It also looks at side effects and how these medicines move through the body.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–17 - NCT05535361Recruiting
Testing a bowel device for short bowel syndrome patients
This trial studies whether the Eclipse XL1 system is safe and may help people with short bowel syndrome, in both children and adults. It will check how well the approach works and watch for side effects over the study period.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3 months–65 years - NCT05714085RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Vericiguat study for children with heart failure
This trial tests whether vericiguat helps children with chronic heart failure caused by weaker left heart pumping. It also checks safety and how the medicine behaves in the body (dose and processing).
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4 weeks–17 years - NCT04604418Recruiting
Tracking outcomes during non-heart procedures in children with heart defects
This study looks at how children with congenital heart disease do during routine non-heart procedures, including medical or minor treatments that are not heart-related. It also measures how much health care they use afterward, which may help improve care planning for families.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 21 years - NCT06623981Recruiting
Treating maternal depression in an urban asthma clinic
This study tests whether treating depression in Black mothers of children with asthma can improve both the mother's mood and the child's asthma. It offers support for mothers who are feeling down and may help their child's asthma get better.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT05550298Recruiting
Study of virus infections after pediatric transplants
This study looks at how respiratory viruses behave and how the body responds in children who are about to receive, or have recently received, a transplant. It may help doctors better diagnose and treat viral infections in transplant patients by studying blood samples and test results.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 18 years - NCT04914507Recruiting
Tracking long-term results of spine tethering in growing teens
This study follows kids who have a surgery called anterior vertebral body tethering (AVBT) for growing-related, idiopathic scoliosis. It looks at how well the curve stays corrected over time and how the spine grows, which may help improve future care decisions.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 18 years
Pediatric ALL trials by city in District of Columbia
Where these studies are running in District of Columbia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pediatric all studies listed above.
- Children's National Medical Center · 22 studies
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
- Sibley Memorial Hospital
- Velocity Clinical Research, Washington DC
What taking part in a pediatric all 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.
Pediatric ALL trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there pediatric all clinical trials in District of Columbia?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 62 recruiting pediatric all studies with a site in District of Columbia, 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 pediatric all study in District of Columbia?
- 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 District of Columbia to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in District of Columbia, 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 pediatric all 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 pediatric all studies open in District of Columbia 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.