Paid Clinical Trials in New Orleans, LA

As of June 2026, 471 paid clinical trials are recruiting in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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.

New Orleans offers studies at sites including University Medical Center New Orleans for conditions such as Breast Cancer, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Hypertension. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify. Most trials offer free study-related medical care alongside compensation.

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About research studies in New Orleans

New Orleans has approximately 471 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Louisiana hosts a diverse network of universities, academic medical centers, and community hospitals that run clinical trials across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and many other therapeutic areas.

Top Research Study Locations in New Orleans

Researchers run research studies in New Orleans, LA at 25 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
University Medical Center New OrleansHeart Failure, Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage I Breast Cancer AJCC v864
Ochsner Medical Center JeffersonB Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm, Malignant Solid Neoplasm58
Ochsner Clinic FoundationNeoplasm Metastasis, Chronic Low-back Pain, Melanoma43
Children's Hospital New OrleansMalignant Solid Neoplasm, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia30
Louisiana State University Health Science CenterStage IV Renal Cell Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage IV Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma25
Tulane UniversityUlcerative Colitis, Aneurysm, Brain, Anxiety19
Tulane University School of MedicineAtherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD), Atrial Fibrillation, Bladder Adenocarcinoma16
Ochsner Medical CenterAortic Valve Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Hypertension13
University Medical CenterAtrial Fibrillation, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Abdominal Wound Dehiscence12
DelRicht ResearchFocal Epilepsy, Acute Gout Flare, Acute Gouty Arthritis11
Ochsner Baptist Medical CenterAbdominal Wound Dehiscence, Anal Fistula, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia9
Louisiana State UniversityAortic Stenosis, Calcific, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Articular Fractures8
Touro InfirmaryAcute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Ann Arbor Stage I Lymphoma8
East Jefferson General HospitalAtrial Fibrillation, Atrial Arrhythmia, Atrial Flutter6
Louisiana State University Health Sciences CenterAortoiliac Occlusive Disease, Breast Cancer, Dacryocystitis6
Ochsner HealthAdvanced Solid Tumor, Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), Coronary Arterial Disease (CAD)6
Tulane Medical CenterProgressive Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML or ANLL)6
Ochsner Health SystemAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Cardiovascular Diseases, Eustachian Tube Dysfunction5
Tulane University Medical CenterAcute Kidney Injury, Covid19, Droopy Eyelid5
Ochsner ClinicAcute Kidney Injury, Advanced Adenomas (AA), Atrial Fibrillation4
Ochsner Medical Center - New OrleansAcinetobacter Baumannii-calcoaceticus Complex Infection (ABC), Glioma, H3 K27M4
The Policy & Research GroupTeen Pregnancy Prevention4
Tulane Cancer CenterBladder Carcinoma, Cutaneous Melanoma, Endometrial Carcinoma4
Clinical Trial SiteAdvanced Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy3
LSU Health Sciences CenterAdvanced Solid Tumors, Interstitial Lung Diseases, Systemic Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases Associated Interstitial Lung Diseases3

Active & Upcoming Studies in New Orleans (2026)

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

Cardiovascular (43 active studies)

Neurology & pain (33 active studies)

Diabetes & metabolic (10 active studies)

Vaccines (7 active studies)

Mental health & behavior (7 active studies)

Common conditions studied in New Orleans

  • Breast Cancer (8 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Heart Failure (8 active studies). Heart failure trials explore SGLT-2 inhibitors, novel myosin modulators, and device-based therapies for both reduced and preserved ejection fraction.
  • Atrial Fibrillation (7 active studies). Atrial fibrillation studies investigate next-generation anticoagulants, ablation technologies, and left atrial appendage closure devices.
  • Hypertension (7 active studies). Hypertension research tests new antihypertensive drug classes, renal denervation devices, and fixed-dose combinations for resistant disease.
  • Malignant Solid Neoplasm (7 active studies). Recruiting Malignant Solid Neoplasm studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Sickle Cell Disease (6 active studies). Sickle cell disease studies test gene therapies, gene editing, and new small molecules aimed at reducing pain crises and organ damage.

Leading research sponsors in New Orleans

  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • Tulane University
  • Children's Oncology Group
  • NRG Oncology
  • Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Louisiana are governed by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) standards, and federal HIPAA privacy rules. Every study is reviewed by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect participant safety and ensure informed consent. Louisiana research additionally follows state public health department oversight and any applicable state privacy statutes.

Compensation & what to expect

How payment typically works
Compensation is most often provided through reloadable electronic study cards or direct deposit, paid out per completed visit rather than as a lump sum. Amounts vary by the time required, the number of visits, and the study's complexity — overnight stays and inpatient pharmacology studies generally pay more than short outpatient surveys. The exact amount is disclosed in writing during informed consent before any visit.
Healthy volunteers
Healthy participants aged 18 and older can earn compensation by joining vaccine, pharmacology, and biomarker studies in New Orleans. These trials check how a new drug or vaccine behaves in healthy bodies before later-phase testing. Many sites maintain a healthy-volunteer registry so you hear about new opportunities first.
What's included beyond payment
Most trials cover study-related medical care at no cost — physical exams, lab work, imaging, the investigational treatment itself, and follow-up visits with the research team. Insurance is not required to participate. Free check-ups and access to specialists are common reasons participants return for additional studies.
Travel and time
Many sponsors reimburse travel, parking, mileage, and lost wages for visit days. Long-running studies and trials that require frequent visits often raise stipends accordingly. Ask the study coordinator for the visit schedule and reimbursement policy before you commit.
Asking about compensation
Compensation is set per protocol and per site, so figures are not published in trial registries. The fastest way to confirm payment for a specific study is to contact the recruiting site listed on the study record. Coordinators are accustomed to this question and will quote the per-visit and total amounts up front.

How to find a clinical trial in New Orleans

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in New Orleans from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshes the list daily. Use the filters above to narrow by condition, facility, age, phase, or healthy-volunteer eligibility, then click any study title to view full details — eligibility criteria, intervention, location, and sponsor contact information. To enroll, reach out to the central study contact listed on the study detail page; the research coordinator will walk you through the screening process.

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in New Orleans?

There are approximately 471 recruiting clinical trials in New Orleans, Louisiana listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in New Orleans pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in New Orleans 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 New Orleans?

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 New Orleans?

The most common conditions under active study in New Orleans include Breast Cancer (8), Heart Failure (8), Atrial Fibrillation (7), Hypertension (7), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in New Orleans?

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

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 New Orleans?

Recruiting research sites in New Orleans include University Medical Center New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center Jefferson, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, 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 New Orleans right now?

The largest active categories in New Orleans are Cancer & tumors (150), Cardiovascular (43), Neurology & pain (33). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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