Paid Clinical Trials in Washington D.C., DC

As of September 2026, 842 paid clinical trials are recruiting in Washington D.C., District of Columbia. 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.

Washington D.C. offers studies at sites including MedStar Washington Hospital Center for conditions such as Breast Cancer, Sickle Cell Disease, Stroke, Heart Failure. 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 Washington D.C.

Oncology· 282Neurology· 59Blood cancer· 52Brain disorders· 51Cardiology· 41Lung oncology· 35Heart disease· 35GI oncology· 34Women's health· 34Autoimmune disease· 31Urology· 29Breast oncology· 26

Trials by drug in Washington D.C.

Dexamethasone· 17Methotrexate· 8Prednisone· 8Prednisolone· 5Anastrozole· 4Letrozole· 4SoC· 4Folinic acid· 3Acetaminophen· 2Cystoscopy· 2Dupilumab· 2Hydrocortisone· 2Mammography· 2Metformin· 2OLZ/SAM· 2Palbociclib· 2
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Newly added in Washington D.C.

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Hinge vs CCK Implants

for Revision Arthroplasty
Sites in Washington D.C. +1 more location
Sponsor: Medstar Health Research Institute
Sex: All·Age: 18 - 80
Code: NCT07818343·Recruiting·Listed Sep 14, 2026
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Top Research Study Locations in Washington D.C.

Researchers run research studies in Washington D.C., DC 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
MedStar Washington Hospital CenterARDS, ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome), Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome97
Children's National HospitalSickle Cell Disease, Medulloblastoma Recurrent, Asthma in Children86
Children's National Medical CenterDiffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma, High Grade Glioma, Neuroblastoma86
MedStar Georgetown University HospitalMalignant Solid Neoplasm, Breast Cancer, Acute Myeloid Leukemia71
Sibley Memorial HospitalBladder Cancer, Breast Cancer, Brain Tumor44
Georgetown UniversityAlzheimer Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, HIV39
Georgetown University Medical CenterBreast Cancer, Locally Advanced Solid Tumor, Metastatic Solid Tumor34
George Washington UniversityHIV Infection, Advanced Solid Tumor, Advanced Solid Tumors18
George Washington University Medical CenterHead and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Hypopharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Laryngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma17
Children's National Health SystemAnesthesia, Atopy, Autoimmunity11
Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterSolid Tumor, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in Remission, Adenocarcinoma of Biliary Tract11
Kaiser Permanente-Capitol Hill Medical CenterRecurrent Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma, Stage IV Lung Cancer AJCC v8, Breast Cancer10
Washington Hospital CenterAIDS, Acute or Chronic Coronary Artery Disease, Aortic Valve Disease9
MedStar Health Research InstituteCancer, Cancer Pain, Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSI)9
Childrens National Medical CenterChronic Graft-versus-host-disease, Genetic Disease, Lymphatic Malformations7
Washington DC VA Medical Center, Washington, DCAdult Growth Hormone Deficiency, Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), BARD1, BRCA1, BRCA2, BRIP1, CHEK1, FANCL, PALB27
MedStar National Rehabilitation HospitalLower Urinary Tract Disorder, Multiple Sclerosis, Neurogenic Bladder7
GSK Investigational SiteHIV Infections, Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, Multiple Myeloma6
Georgetown University HospitalIdiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Parkinson's Disease6
MedStar HealthAcute DVT of Lower Extremity, Acute Limb Ischemia, Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis6
Childrens National HospitalChronic Graft-versus-host-disease, Ewing Sarcoma, Familial Hypercholesterolemia - Heterozygous5
Clinical Trial SiteAQP4+ NMOSD, Atypical Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome, Generalized Myasthenia Gravis5
George Washington University HospitalAbdominal Compartment Syndrome, Acute Kidney Injury, Atrial Fibrillation5
The George Washington UniversityGestational Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnancy, Glucose Intolerance During Pregnancy, Metastatic Head-and-neck Squamous-cell Carcinoma5
Children's NationalAblation, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Cardiomyopathy4

Active & Upcoming Studies in Washington D.C. (2026)

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

Cancer & tumors (289 active studies)

Neurology & pain (62 active studies)

Cardiovascular (50 active studies)

Diabetes & metabolic (25 active studies)

HIV / STI (22 active studies)

Pediatric (18 active studies)

Mental health & behavior (16 active studies)

Vaccines (6 active studies)

Eye & vision (1 active study)

Common conditions studied in Washington D.C.

Leading research sponsors in Washington D.C.

  • Children's National Research Institute
  • Georgetown University
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • George Washington University
  • Medstar Health Research Institute

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Washington D.C.?

There are approximately 842 recruiting clinical trials in Washington D.C., District of Columbia listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Washington D.C. pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C.?

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 Washington D.C.?

The most common conditions under active study in Washington D.C. include Breast Cancer (13), Sickle Cell Disease (12), Stroke (11), Heart Failure (9), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Washington D.C.?

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

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 Washington D.C.?

Recruiting research sites in Washington D.C. include MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Children's National Hospital, Children's National Medical Center, 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 Washington D.C. right now?

The largest active categories in Washington D.C. are Cancer & tumors (289), Neurology & pain (62), Cardiovascular (50). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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Trials by condition in Washington D.C.

Breast Cancer· 13Sickle Cell Disease· 12Stroke· 11Heart Failure· 9Prostate Cancer· 9Bladder Cancer· 8