General Internal Medicine Clinical Trials
The following searchable list includes all the Division of General Internal Medicine - Department of Medicine clinical trials currently looking for participants. Please feel free to contact us with inquiries about any of our ongoing research.
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Mediators of Atherosclerosis in South Asians Living in America…
South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nepali, and Sri Lankan) individuals have high
rates of cardiovascular disease that is not explained by traditional cardiovascular risk
factors. Though South Asians represent over one-quarter of the world's population, there are
no longitudinal studies in this high-risk ethnic group. The investigators aim to establish a
longitudinal study of South Asians at two United States centers to identify risk factors
linked to subclinical atherosclerosis and incident cardiovascular disease. The purpose of
this study is to understand the causes of heart disease and stroke in South Asians and
compare these causes to those in other United States ethnic groups.
NCT01207167 STU00019837 |
Low InTensity Exercise intervention in PAD: The LITE Trial.This study is being done to determine whether an exercise intervention that avoids continuous supervision and exercise-related pain in the legs can improve walking ability in people with lower extremity peripheral artery disease (PAD). More Info |
Telmisartan Plus Exercise to Improve Functioning in PADThe purpose of this study is to establish whether the angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) telmisartan improves walking performance in people with PAD. We will also determine whether telmisartan plus supervised exercise improves walking performance more than telmisartan alone and more than supervised treadmill exercise alone. … The purpose of this study is to establish whether the angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) telmisartan improves walking performance in people with PAD. We will also determine whether telmisartan plus supervised exercise improves walking performance more than telmisartan alone and more than supervised treadmill exercise alone. We are asking you to take part in this research study because you have or may have peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD is a condition in which cholesterol blockages in the leg arteries prevent blood from getting down to the legs and feet during exercise.
NCT02593110 STU00200954 |
Improving Outpatient Safety of Older Adults through Electronic Patient PortalsThe objective of this study is to assess whether providing caregivers of older adults proxy access to an electronic patient portal (MyChart) improves the outpatient medication safety and communication between caregivers and health care providers. … The objective of this study is to assess whether providing caregivers of older adults proxy access to an electronic patient portal (MyChart) improves the outpatient medication safety and communication between caregivers and health care providers. Adults age 65 and older, a patient in the General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics (NMFF GIM-GER) clinics, not currently enrolled in MyChart Electronic Patient Portal, English speaking, can identify a caregiver who assists with their care (can be informal e.g. adult child, spouse, caregiver agency). Additional eligibility criteria are focused on the caregiver identified: English speaking, assist the older adult with medications and communication with the health care team, and have internet access (either phone, tablet, or laptop/computer).
STU00201242 |
The ENabling Reduction of low-Grade Inflammation in SEniors) Pilot StudyThe purpose of the ENRGISE Pilot Study is to look at the effect of anti-inflammatory drugs on physical functioning in older adults. This study will see if two study drugs (fish oil and losartan, a commonly used blood pressure medicine) have an effect on walking ability.… The purpose of the ENRGISE Pilot Study is to look at the effect of anti-inflammatory drugs on physical functioning in older adults. This study will see if two study drugs (fish oil and losartan, a commonly used blood pressure medicine) have an effect on walking ability. Age 70 or older, slow walking speed, and high levels of markers of inflammation in your blood.
NCT02676466 STU00201974 |
Cocoa to Improve Walking Performance in Peripheral Artery Disease: The COCOA-PAD StudyThe purpose of this study is to determine whether drinking daily cocoa-enriched beverages improves walking performance in people with PAD. Previous studies have shown that cocoa may improve blood flow, improve cardiovascular health, and improve muscle function and strength. Some evidence suggests that cocoa may also improve walking ability … The purpose of this study is to determine whether drinking daily cocoa-enriched beverages improves walking performance in people with PAD. Previous studies have shown that cocoa may improve blood flow, improve cardiovascular health, and improve muscle function and strength. Some evidence suggests that cocoa may also improve walking ability in people with PAD. We are asking you to take part in this research study because you are age 65 or older and you have or may have peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD is a condition in which cholesterol blockages in the leg arteries prevent adequate blood flow to the legs and feet.
NCT02876887 STU00202741 |
Reducing Assessment Barriers for Patients with Low LiteracyThis study aims to learn whether routine health questionnaires are valid across groups of people who have different levels of understanding of basic health information. You may be eligible for this study if you are the age of 18 or older, are fluent in English and/or Spanish, have no plans to move outside of the Chicagoland area in the next 6 months, and are willing to complete questionnaires on an electronic tablet or in paper & pencil format. You will be asked to complete 3 face-to-face interviews at Northwestern in downtown Chicago and will be compensated for your time and transportation. NCT03584490 STU00204308 |