Paid Clinical Trials in Elkton, MD

As of August 2026, 24 paid clinical trials are recruiting in Elkton, Maryland. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, with stipends ranging from modest amounts for short outpatient studies to several thousand dollars for long or inpatient protocols.

Elkton offers studies at sites including Christiana Care - Union Hospital for conditions such as Breast Carcinoma, Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm, Malignant Solid Neoplasm, Ovarian Carcinoma. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify. Most trials offer free study-related medical care alongside compensation.

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Trials by specialty in Elkton

Oncology· 13Women's health· 5Breast oncology· 3

Trials by drug in Elkton

Interview· 2Folinic acid· 2ADT· 1Prednisone· 1
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Top Research Study Locations in Elkton

Researchers run research studies in Elkton, MD at 3 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

SiteSpecializes inActive trials
Christiana Care - Union HospitalBreast Carcinoma, Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm, Malignant Solid Neoplasm22
Upper Bay Surgery CenterLumbar Spinal Stenosis1
Voices of Hope MarylandRelationship Conflict, Relationship Distress1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Elkton (2026)

Recruiting trials in Elkton grouped by therapeutic area, drawn from ClinicalTrials.gov. Each bucket shows the most recent example studies.

Cancer & tumors (17 active studies)

Common conditions studied in Elkton

Leading research sponsors in Elkton

  • SWOG Cancer Research Network
  • Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
  • NRG Oncology
  • Wake Forest University Health Sciences
  • ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Elkton?

There are approximately 24 recruiting clinical trials in Elkton, Maryland listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Elkton pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Elkton 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 Elkton?

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 Elkton?

The most common conditions under active study in Elkton include Breast Carcinoma (2), Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm (2), Malignant Solid Neoplasm (2), Ovarian Carcinoma (2), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Elkton?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Elkton 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 Elkton?

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 Elkton?

Recruiting research sites in Elkton include Christiana Care - Union Hospital, Upper Bay Surgery Center, Voices of Hope Maryland, 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 Elkton right now?

The largest active categories in Elkton are Cancer & tumors (17). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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Trials by condition in Elkton

Breast Carcinoma· 2Ovarian Carcinoma· 2