Clinical Trials at Retina Consultants - The Woodlands

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting at Retina Consultants - The Woodlands in The Woodlands, Texas. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung and Age-Related Macular Degeneration. 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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About research studies in The Woodlands

The Woodlands has approximately 130 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Texas hosts major cancer and cardiovascular research centers including MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and the Texas Medical Center — the largest medical complex in the world.

Common conditions studied in The Woodlands

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (5 active studies). Lung cancer research focuses on targeted therapies for specific mutations such as EGFR, ALK, and KRAS, alongside immunotherapy regimens.
  • Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung (4 active studies). Recruiting Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (3 active studies). Recruiting Age-Related Macular Degeneration studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Geographic Atrophy (3 active studies). Recruiting Geographic Atrophy studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Geographic Atrophy (GA) (3 active studies). Recruiting Geographic Atrophy (GA) studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (3 active studies). Recruiting Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.

Leading research sponsors in The Woodlands

  • AbbVie
  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • Pfizer
  • Hoffmann-La Roche

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Texas 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. Trials run in Texas must also comply with the Texas Medical Privacy Act (TMPA), which extends federal HIPAA protections to a broader range of entities handling participant data.

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 The Woodlands. 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 The Woodlands

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands?

There are approximately 130 recruiting clinical trials in The Woodlands, Texas listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in The Woodlands pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands?

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 The Woodlands?

The most common conditions under active study in The Woodlands include Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (5), Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung (4), Age-Related Macular Degeneration (3), Geographic Atrophy (3), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in The Woodlands?

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

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 The Woodlands?

Recruiting research sites in The Woodlands include Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Retina Consultants of Texas, Renovatio Clinical, 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 The Woodlands right now?

The largest active categories in The Woodlands are Cancer & tumors (57), Eye & vision (21), Mental health & behavior (5). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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