Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis is a chronic immune system disease. Typically presents with difficulty swallowing or food becoming lodged in the esophagus. We are currently seeking participants 18 years or older who have been diagnosed with EOE or have a subjective reporting of four or more episodes of dysphagia over a two week period. Participants receive all study related care and medication at no cost. No insurance is required.
Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the entire GI tract. We currently have several different studies a participant can choose from. Study participants must be 18 years or order and must have a diagnosis of Crohn’s Disease for at least 3 months. Study participants must also be in a flare. We currently have 1 study for new diagnosed participants. In this study participants must have received a diagnosis within 24 months of theirs screening visit. Participants receive all study related care and medication at no cost. Possible compensation for time and travel to each study participant.
Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis is also a chronic inflammatory bowel disease. UC is distinguished by inflammation of the large intestine (rectum and colon). The innermost lining of the large intestine becomes inflamed, and ulcers may form on the surface. We currently have several different studies a participant can choose from. Participants must be 18 years or older and have a diagnosis of UC for at least 3 months. Most of our UC studies are for moderate to severe UC; however we do have two studies that are mild to moderate. Participants receive all study related care and medication at no cost. Possible compensation for time and travel to each study participant.
Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Nash is liver inflammation and damage caused by a buildup of fat in the liver. You may be told you have a “fatty liver”. This condition can get worse and cause scarring of the liver, which leads to cirrhosis. We currently are seeking volunteers to participate in research studies for NASH. Participants must be 18 years or older and have evidence of NASH.
Clostridium difficile
C. diff is a bacterium that can cause symptoms such as diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon. We are currently enrolling in 2 C-diff studies. One for recurrent c-diff participants and one for newly diagnosed participants. Participants must be 18 years or older.
Colorectal Cancer Screening
We are currently enrolling in several CRC screening studies. Participants must be at least 40 years or older and be scheduled for a screening colonoscopy.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a common disorder that affects the large intestine. Symptoms including bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation or both and abdominal pain. We are currently enrolling in an IBS with abdominal Pain. Participants must be 18-70 years of age with a clinical diagnosis of IBS-C or IBS-D.