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Arizona Clinical Trial Referral Network

Obesity & metabolic clinical trials

Studies for weight, type 2 diabetes and heart health at Arizona research sites.

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What the studies focus on

Three areas, one simple check.

A bowl of vegetables and grainsWeight

Weight management

Studies of medicines and programs for weight management.

A doctor checking a patient's blood pressureMetabolic

Type 2 diabetes and heart health

Blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol.

Researchers at work in a labInvestigational

Investigational medicines

Research studies evaluating potential new approaches to weight management.

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Who may be a fit

Common starting points

  • Adults
  • BMI 30 or more
  • BMI 27+ with a related condition
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • Sleep apnea
  • Hard to keep weight off

Each study sets its own rules.

What to expect

Four steps. You decide at each one.

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    9:41InvestigatorX

    Pre-screen

    Obesity and metabolic studies

    • BMI35 to 39.9
    • Type 2 diabetesYes
    • Sleep apneaNo
    • Weight-loss medicineNo

    Shared only with consent

    Pre-screen

    A few questions about BMI, diabetes and medicines.

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    Studies near you

    • Weight managementArizona research site
    • Type 2 diabetesArizona research site
    • Investigational medicine studyArizona research site

    Match

    We help identify research studies and participating sites that may match the information you provide.

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    Screening visitArizona research siteBooked

    Screening visit

    The study team checks if you can join.

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    You decideJoin or stopAnytime

    Your choice

    Taking part is voluntary. You can leave at any time without penalty.

Questions

Is there a cost to use InvestigatorX?

There is no charge to use InvestigatorX. If you are referred, the study team explains any study-related costs or reimbursement during informed consent, before you decide.

Do I need a referral from my doctor?

No. You can check yourself, or your doctor can refer you.

Who decides if I can join?

The research site. A possible match does not mean you are eligible.