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Obesity Clinical Trial in Baton Rouge, LA

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

Sponsored by Pennington Biomedical Research Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Baton Rouge

    Convenient for LA 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 Baton Rouge site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Obesity Study in Baton Rouge

This study aims to determine the relationship between lipid kinetics changes and blood immunosuppressive cells by metabolic surgery in two patient cohorts.

Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

For an eligible subject, all the following must be answered "yes":
Biological female sex
Age \>=35 and \<=60 years (including pre- and postmenopausal)
Self-reported white or black race
The study will enroll approximately 50% white and 50% black subjects
Body mass index \>/=40 kg/m2
Have a diagnosis of hyperlipidemia (high triglycerides and LDL-cholesterol) or in treatment with any medication for hyperlipidemia at enrollment
Ability to provide written informed consent
Allow the collection and storage of biospecimens and data for future use
Not having yet started the pre-op liquid diet before the bariatric surgery For an eligible subject, all the following must be answered "no":
Have type one or type two diabetes
Use of anti-inflammatory medications, such as glucocorticoids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, within the past 15 days
Use of medication approved for obesity management, including, but not limited to, phentermine-topiramate (Qsymia), orlistat (Xenical), naltrexone-bupropion (Contrave), liraglutide (Saxenda), and semaglutide (Wegovy)
History of cancer of any type
History of chronic conditions known to cause inflammation, such as tuberculosis, autoimmune disease, and human immunodeficiency virus
An acute history (within the past 60 days) or confirmed or suspected SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) infection
Currently pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant within the next 52 weeks
Currently participating in another study with competing outcomes
Any other situation that, in the opinion of the investigator, would negatively impact subject safety or successful compliance with the protocol

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 Baton Rouge?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06059651) has an active research site in Baton Rouge, LA 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.

Obesity Treatment Options in Baton Rouge, LA

If you're searching for obesity treatment options in Baton Rouge, LA, this clinical trial (NCT06059651) 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 Baton Rouge research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced 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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