Are there pediatric obesity clinical trials in California?

Yes. We're currently tracking 4 recruiting pediatric obesity studies with a site in California, 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 obesity study in California?

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 California to take part?

Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, 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 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.

Clinical trials · California

Pediatric Obesity clinical trials in California

We’re tracking 4 recruiting pediatric obesity studies with a site in California — including Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.

Recruiting studies in California

NCT06254768Recruiting
Continuous glucose monitors for kids with obesity
This study tests if using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), a small device that tracks blood sugar, can help children and teens with obesity understand their body better and improve their health.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 10–21
NCT05740254Recruiting
Compare early versus late eating times for teen obesity
This study tests whether having a shorter daily eating schedule earlier in the day works better than a later eating schedule for reducing weight and improving health in teens with obesity. Participants will also follow planned fasting (not eating) periods and complete regular check-ins.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12–21
NCT06672549RecruitingPhase 3
Weight loss medication study for children with obesity
This trial tests a medication for children and teens with obesity or overweight who have not been able to lose enough weight with diet and exercise alone. It aims to see if a new treatment can help them safely lose weight and improve related health problems.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 6–17
NCT07316816Recruiting
Weight loss study for teens with severe obesity
This study evaluates how continuous glucose monitors and other wearable devices can help teens in a bariatric program lose weight. You may join if you are in the program and ready for sleeve gastrectomy or GLP-1 medication.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 10–18

Pediatric Obesity trials by city in California

Where these studies are running in California

Institutions with a site for the recruiting pediatric obesity studies listed above.

Children's Hospital Los Angeles · 2 studies
Carey Chronis MD Pediatric, Infant and Adolescent Medicine
Children's Hospital of Orange County - Orange
Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
Pediatric Endocrinology Division, University of California
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

What taking part in a pediatric 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.

Pediatric Obesity trials in other states

Common questions

Are there pediatric obesity clinical trials in California?: Yes. We're currently tracking 4 recruiting pediatric obesity studies with a site in California, 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 obesity study in California?: 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 California to take part?: Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, 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 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.

Not the right time?

New pediatric obesity studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.

Get told when a study that fits you 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.