Clinical Trials at Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center

As of August 2026, 52 paid clinical trials are recruiting at Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center, located at Essentia Health-St. Joseph's Medical Ctr (Brainerd), 523 N 3rd St, Brainerd, MN 56401, phone (218) 829-2861 in Brainerd, Minnesota. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage IIIA Breast Cancer AJCC v8 and Breast Cancer. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits — most studies also offer study-related medical care at no cost to participants.

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Common conditions studied in Brainerd

  • Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (5 active studies)
  • Anatomic Stage IIIA Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (3 active studies)
  • Breast Cancer (3 active studies)
  • Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma (3 active studies)
  • Melanoma (3 active studies)
  • Advanced Esophageal Adenocarcinoma (2 active studies)

Leading research sponsors in Brainerd

  • Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • NRG Oncology
  • SWOG Cancer Research Network
  • Wake Forest University Health Sciences

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Brainerd?

There are approximately 56 recruiting clinical trials in Brainerd, Minnesota listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Brainerd pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Brainerd compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Brainerd?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Brainerd?

The most common conditions under active study in Brainerd include Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (5), Anatomic Stage IIIA Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (3), Breast Cancer (3), Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma (3), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Brainerd?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Brainerd on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Brainerd?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in Brainerd?

Recruiting research sites in Brainerd include Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center, Essentia Health St. Joseph's Medical Center, Essentia Health-St. Joseph's Medical Center, among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

What kinds of studies are recruiting in Brainerd right now?

The largest active categories in Brainerd are Cancer & tumors (49), Mental health & behavior (2). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

What is the address of Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center?

Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center is located at Essentia Health-St. Joseph's Medical Ctr (Brainerd), 523 N 3rd St, Brainerd, MN 56401. Use the Google Maps link in the intro above to get directions.

How do I contact Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center?

You can reach Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center by phone at (218) 829-2861. For questions about a specific trial, use the study coordinator contact listed on the individual study record — click any trial title above to open it.

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