Paid Clinical Trials in Poway, CA

As of July 2026, 22 paid clinical trials are recruiting in Poway, California. 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.

Poway offers studies at sites including Retina Consultants San Diego for conditions such as Geographic Atrophy Secondary to Age-related Macular Degeneration, Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration (nAMD), Stereotypical Prolonged Seizures, Wet AMD. 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 Poway

Researchers run research studies in Poway, CA at 14 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
Retina Consultants San DiegoAMD, Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, DR6
Cadena Care Institute, LLCChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Liver Fibrosis, Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis3
89bio Clinical Study SiteMetabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) / Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) With Compensated Cirrhosis, Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASH) / Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) With Fibrosis2
Ficramed Research InstituteLiver Fibrosis, Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis, Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)2
Retina Consultants of San DiegoDME, Diabetic Macular Edema, Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)2
ADARx Clinical SiteGeographic Atrophy Secondary to Age-related Macular Degeneration1
Adverum ClinicalNeovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration (nAMD), Wet AMD1
Ep0162 50722Stereotypical Prolonged Seizures1
Ep0165 50722Stereotypical Prolonged Seizures1
Palomar HealthCancer1
Poway Surgery CenterLumbar Spinal Stenosis1
Profound Research LLCFocal Epilepsy1
Retina Consultants San Diego - PowayAge Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)1
Retina Consultants of San DiegoNeovascular Age-related Macular Degeneration1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Poway (2026)

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

Common conditions studied in Poway

  • Geographic Atrophy Secondary to Age-related Macular Degeneration (2 active studies)
  • Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration (nAMD) (2 active studies)
  • Stereotypical Prolonged Seizures (2 active studies)
  • Wet AMD (2 active studies)
  • AMD (1 active study)
  • Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) (1 active study)

Leading research sponsors in Poway

  • AbbVie
  • Boehringer Ingelheim
  • 89bio, Inc.
  • UCB Biopharma SRL
  • ADARx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Poway?

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

Do clinical trials in Poway pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Poway 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 Poway?

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 Poway?

The most common conditions under active study in Poway include Geographic Atrophy Secondary to Age-related Macular Degeneration (2), Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration (nAMD) (2), Stereotypical Prolonged Seizures (2), Wet AMD (2), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Poway?

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

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 Poway?

Recruiting research sites in Poway include Retina Consultants San Diego, Cadena Care Institute, LLC, 89bio Clinical Study Site, 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 Poway right now?

The largest active categories in Poway are Eye & vision (10), Diabetes & metabolic (2), Cancer & tumors (1). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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