The Bronx, NYNCT03402139Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Childhood Obesity Clinical Trial in The Bronx, NY

Access cutting-edge childhood obesity treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in The Bronx. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Montefiore Medical Center

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All study-related childhood obesity treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to The Bronx

    Convenient for NY residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit The Bronx site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Childhood Obesity Study in The Bronx

The molecular mechanisms underlying developmental programming of childhood obesity remain poorly understood. Here, the investigators address major questions about early childhood obesity programming by studying CD3+ T-cells from intrauterine growth restricted (IUGR) newborns who have an increased risk for obesity and other metabolic disorders in adult life.

Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Healthy singleton term intrauterine growth restricted (IUGR) and appropriate for gestational age (AGA) infants whose mothers are followed by the Obstetric Department of Montefiore Medical Center and who deliver at the Weiler Division of Montefiore Medical Center. Infants will be classified as IUGR if birth weight is \<10th percentile for gestational age and gender based on World Health Organization (WHO) growth curves. Infants will be classified as AGA if birth weight percentile is \>10th and \<90th percentile
Reproductive age women, healthy enough to achieve pregnancy
Deliver a single healthy live term infant at ≥37 weeks' gestational age (GA)
All patients must be informed of the investigational nature of this study and must sign and give written informed consent in accordance with institutional and federal guidelines

Exclusion Criteria

Multiple gestation
Maternal depression
Maternal renal disease
History of maternal smoking in the 2nd and 3rd trimester of pregnancy
Maternal gestational diabetes / Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)
Preterm birth (less than 37 weeks' gestation)
Known chromosomal or congenital anomaly
Infants in extremis
Low Apgar scores (Apgar score \<7 at 5 minutes of age)
Known congenital bacterial or non-bacterial infections
Known inborn errors of metabolism

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in The Bronx?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT03402139) has an active research site in The Bronx, NY that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Childhood Obesity Treatment Options in The Bronx, NY

If you're searching for childhood obesity treatment options in The Bronx, NY, this clinical trial (NCT03402139) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our The Bronx research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced childhood obesity specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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