Paid Clinical Trials in McLean, VA

As of August 2026, 22 paid clinical trials are recruiting in McLean, Virginia. 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.

McLean offers studies at sites including Kaiser Permanente Tysons Corner Medical Center for conditions such as Recurrent Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma, Stage IV Lung Cancer AJCC v8, Breast Cancer, Acute Treatment of Migraine. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify. Most trials offer free study-related medical care alongside compensation.

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Top Research Study Locations in McLean

Researchers run research studies in McLean, VA at 12 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
Kaiser Permanente Tysons Corner Medical CenterRecurrent Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma, Stage IV Lung Cancer AJCC v8, Breast Cancer10
MedStar Health - Department of Neurology, Merz InvestigationalChronic Migraine, Episodic Migraine2
Food Allergy Research & EducationAnaphylaxis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Food Allergy in Infants1
Kaiser Mid AtlanticAortic Stenosis, Calcific, Aortic Valve Stenosis1
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Department of NeurologyParkinson Disease1
MedStar Health - Department of NeurologyAcute Treatment of Migraine1
MedStar Health Neurology/MedStar Georgetown Headache CenterMenstrual Migraine1
MedStar Health: Neurology at McLeanMigraine, Trigger Induced Migraine1
Medstar Health Research InstituteFocal Epilepsy1
National Spine and Pain CentersLumbar Spinal Stenosis1
Raven Clinical ReseachAlopecia Areata1
Stem Cell ARTS-VAOrthopedic Disorder1

Active & Upcoming Studies in McLean (2026)

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

Common conditions studied in McLean

  • Recurrent Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma (3 active studies)
  • Stage IV Lung Cancer AJCC v8 (3 active studies)
  • Breast Cancer (2 active studies)
  • Acute Treatment of Migraine (1 active study)
  • Adenocarcinoma of the Colon (1 active study)
  • Adenocarcinoma of the Rectum (1 active study)

Leading research sponsors in McLean

  • NRG Oncology
  • SWOG Cancer Research Network
  • Pfizer
  • Merz Therapeutics GmbH
  • Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in McLean?

There are approximately 22 recruiting clinical trials in McLean, Virginia listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in McLean pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in McLean 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 McLean?

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 McLean?

The most common conditions under active study in McLean include Recurrent Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma (3), Stage IV Lung Cancer AJCC v8 (3), Breast Cancer (2), Acute Treatment of Migraine (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in McLean?

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

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 McLean?

Recruiting research sites in McLean include Kaiser Permanente Tysons Corner Medical Center, MedStar Health - Department of Neurology, Merz Investigational, Food Allergy Research & Education, 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 McLean right now?

The largest active categories in McLean are Cancer & tumors (9), Neurology & pain (7), Mental health & behavior (1). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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