Clinical Trials at George Washington University Medical Center
As of August 2026, 18 paid clinical trials are recruiting at George Washington University Medical Center in Washington D.C., District of Columbia. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Breast Cancer, Sickle Cell Disease and Stroke. 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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18 clinical trials at George Washington University Medical Center
·Clear filters·Colon Adjuvant Chemotherapy Based on Evaluation of Residual Disease
Radiation Therapy With or Without Cisplatin in Treating Patients With Stage III-IVA Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Head and Neck Who Have Undergone Surgery
mFOLFIRINOX Versus mFOLFOX With or Without Nivolumab for the Treatment of Advanced, Unresectable, or Metastatic HER2 Negative Esophageal, Gastroesophageal Junction, and Gastric Adenocarcinoma
Osimertinib With or Without Bevacizumab as Initial Treatment for Patients With EGFR-Mutant Lung Cancer
Five or Ten Year Colonoscopy for 1-2 Non-Advanced Adenomatous Polyps
Testing the Role of DNA Released From Tumor Cells Into the Blood in Guiding the Use of Immunotherapy After Surgical Removal of the Bladder, Kidney, Ureter, and Urethra for Urothelial Cancer Treatment, MODERN Study
Testing the Addition of the Anti-Cancer Drug Tivozanib to Immunotherapy (Pembrolizumab) After Surgery to Remove All Known Sites of Kidney Cancer
Chemotherapy Combined With Immunotherapy Versus Immunotherapy Alone for Older Adults With Stage IIIB-IV Lung Cancer, The ACHIEVE Trial
Testing the Addition of the Drug BMX-001, a Radioprotector, or a Placebo to the Usual Chemoradiation Therapy for Patients With Head and Neck Cancer
Docetaxel to Androgen Receptor Pathway Inhibitors in Patients With Metastatic Castration Sensitive Prostate Cancer and Suboptimal PSA Response
Testing the Addition of Total Ablative Therapy to Usual Systemic Therapy Treatment for Limited Metastatic Colorectal Cancer, The ERASur Study
Testing Shorter Duration Radiation Therapy Versus the Usual Radiation Therapy in Patients With High Risk Prostate Cancer
De-Escalation of Breast Radiation Trial for Hormone Sensitive, HER-2 Negative, Oncotype Recurrence Score Less Than or Equal to 18 Breast Cancer (DEBRA)
Testing the Effect of the Broccoli Seed and Sprout Extract, Avmacol ES, on the Cancer Causing Substances of Tobacco in Heavy Smokers
Testing the Use of Chemotherapy After Surgery for High-Risk Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors
Standard Systemic Therapy With or Without Definitive Treatment in Treating Participants With Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Testing the Addition of Herceptin Hylecta or Phesgo to the Usual Chemotherapy for HER2 Positive Endometrial Serous Carcinoma or Carcinosarcoma
Common conditions studied in Washington D.C.
- Breast Cancer (15 active studies)
- Sickle Cell Disease (12 active studies)
- Stroke (11 active studies)
- Heart Failure (9 active studies)
- Obesity (9 active studies)
- Prostate Cancer (9 active studies)
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 844 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 (15), 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 Medical Center, Children's National Hospital, 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 (293), Neurology & pain (65), Cardiovascular (52). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.