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Overweight Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

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

Sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA 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 Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Overweight Study in Boston

This study is being done to better understand whether meal replacements can be an effective tool for weight loss and treatment of elevated blood sugars in people with obesity/overweight and diabetes/pre-diabetes who have a low income.

Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 27 kg/m\^2
HgA1C greater than or equal to 5.7 percent or fasting glucose greater than or equal to 100mg/dL within the previous 6 months
Low-income as defined by having a family income at or below 400 percent of the federal poverty level guidelines for 2022

Exclusion Criteria

Current use of antihyperglycemic agents (other than metformin) or approved anti- obesity medications or plans to start such regimens over the 3 months post-study enrollment
HbA1c greater than or equal to 10 percent
Plans to pursue bariatric surgery over the 6 months post-study enrollment
Weight loss of greater than 5 kg within the previous 3 months
Current active eating disorder, with the exception of binge eating disorder
Severe active psychiatric disease or significant cognitive impairment deemed by investigator likely to impede adherence to piloted intervention
Active illicit substance abuse
Pregnant, breastfeeding, or considering pregnancy within the next 6 months
Current participation in another clinical research trial deemed by investigator to conflict with current study

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 Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05799222) has an active research site in Boston, MA 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.

Overweight Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for overweight treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT05799222) 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 Boston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced overweight 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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