Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Pregnancy clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 21 recruiting pregnancy studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT07076368RecruitingPhase 3
Ropivacaine and Fentanyl for Labor Pain Relief
This study tests two common pain medicines, ropivacaine and fentanyl, for women in labor who request an epidural. It aims to understand the best way to start labor pain relief with an epidural.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT00358943Recruiting
Gaucher disease registry and pregnancy tracking study
This study creates a large, long-term record of people with Gaucher disease and details about pregnancy outcomes. It helps researchers better understand Gaucher over a person’s life and during pregnancy.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT00196742Recruiting
Fabry disease registry and pregnancy follow-up
This study collects health information from people with Fabry disease and specifically from pregnant people with Fabry disease. It helps researchers better understand the condition and how pregnancy affects health, using information you already experience in routine care.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06654713Recruiting
Closed-loop insulin system impact on pregnancy study
This study looks at how automated insulin delivery systems (closed-loop pumps) work during pregnancy for women with type 1 diabetes. It aims to understand how these systems can help manage blood sugar levels safely for both you and your baby.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06883344Recruiting
Automated insulin for managing blood sugar during labor
This study tests if an automated insulin delivery system can help manage blood sugar levels during labor and delivery in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes. If successful, it could make the process safer and easier.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT00904878Recruiting
Study of pregnancy outcomes for people with inflammatory bowel disease
This study looks at how pregnancy and newborn outcomes turn out for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who are pregnant and taking immune-suppressing medicines or biologic therapies. It may help doctors better understand risks and care for mothers and babies in similar situations.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–45 - NCT05264779Recruiting
Decision help tool for very early delivery planning
This study tests a decision-support tool (a structured way to guide conversations) for parents facing a high risk of delivering very early (about 22–26 weeks). It may help you and your baby’s care team make clearer, more aligned choices about neonatal (newborn) treatment.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06468202RecruitingPhase 4
Aspirin dose study to prevent high blood pressure in pregnancy
This trial compares two doses of aspirin to see which is better at preventing conditions like preeclampsia (a serious form of high blood pressure during pregnancy). You may qualify if you are in early pregnancy and have certain risk factors.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 14–35 - NCT06445946RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin vs insulin for gestational diabetes
This study compares two common medicines (metformin pills and insulin shots) to see which works better for controlling blood sugar in pregnant women with gestational diabetes. The goal is to find the best treatment for both mom and baby, now and in the long term.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07129590Recruiting
Trauma-informed care to help pregnant people quit smoking
This study tests whether a trauma-informed care approach can help pregnant people who have experienced trauma to quit smoking. The study involves clinicians and patients working together to improve smoking cessation support.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06940323Recruiting
Pregnancy study for women with chronic conditions
This study tracks pregnant women with certain chronic health conditions (like multiple sclerosis, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis) and healthy pregnant women as a comparison group. It aims to understand how these conditions and their treatments affect pregnancy, the baby, and breast milk.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–64 - NCT04364503Enrolling by invitation
Study that analyzes de-identified patient samples and records
This trial checks how well patient samples and health records can be analyzed when names are removed (“de-identified”) and privacy rules are followed. You might be included if you agree in writing and your sample data can be used for this research and/or your doctor requests it.
South San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06127277Enrolling by invitation
Mobile relationship program for youth in foster care
This study tests a fully mobile program designed to help youth in foster care build healthy relationships. If you join, you'll use an app on your device to learn skills and connect with others.
Berkeley, CaliforniaAges 16–19 - NCT06853418Recruiting
Comparing a new vitrification system to standard method for IVF
This study tests a new semi-automated system for freezing eggs (vitrification) to see if it works as well as the standard manual method. It involves egg donors and recipients undergoing IVF with donor eggs.
Novato, CaliforniaAges 18–45 - NCT07279311Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for depression during high-risk pregnancy
This study tests if virtual reality (VR) exercises can help reduce depression symptoms in pregnant people who must stay in the hospital for at least 3 weeks due to complications. If you are feeling down and are able to use VR, this treatment might offer a new way to feel better.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05789758Recruiting
Study of Spinraza in pregnancy for 5q spinal muscular atrophy
This study looks at how Spinraza (nusinersen) taken during or before pregnancy affects people with 5q spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and the health of their babies. It mainly fits those who were pregnant and received Spinraza around the time of conception or during pregnancy.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–54 - NCT06866405RecruitingPhase 3
RSV vaccine boost in a new pregnancy
This study tests whether a second dose of the RSV vaccine during a new pregnancy protects you and your baby from RSV. If you received the RSVpreF or Abrysvo vaccine in a past pregnancy, you may be able to join.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges birth+ - NCT06724172Recruiting
Comparing health programs for pregnant mothers from diverse backgrounds
This study tests two different health programs for pregnant women to see which one helps mothers and babies more. You may join if you are early in your pregnancy, identify as Black, Hispanic, or have Medicaid, and speak English or Spanish.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05386615Recruiting
Pregnancy follow-up registry after Exablate for fibroids
This study keeps track of people’s pregnancy and birth outcomes after having Exablate treatment for symptomatic uterine fibroids. It may help doctors understand how safe and effective the treatment can be for future pregnancy plans.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–50 - NCT06430853Enrolling by invitation
Pregnancy support study for moms with anxiety or depression
This study tests if a mental health program during pregnancy can help mothers with past or current anxiety or depression. You'll get support and you may feel better and have a healthier pregnancy.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04109846Recruiting
Embryo transfer using aneuploid or mosaic embryos during pregnancy
This trial looks at pregnancy and baby outcomes when embryos that have chromosome differences (aneuploidy or mosaic embryos) are transferred, especially when no other embryos are available. It may help people understand the risks and expected outcomes in situations where options are limited.
Sunnyvale, CaliforniaAges 18–55
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Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pregnancy studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 10 studies
- Stanford University · 6 studies
- Labcorp - Monogram Biosciences
- Lane Fertility Institute
- Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
- Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
- Please Contact Jessica Lim For Further Information Regarding Other Sites' Locations
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What taking part in a pregnancy 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 pregnancy studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there pregnancy clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 21 recruiting pregnancy studies with a site near San Francisco, 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 pregnancy study near San Francisco?
- 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 San Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, 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 pregnancy 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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