Heart Disease Trials / Trials in Georgia
22 Recruiting Trials

Clinical Trials
for Heart Disease in Georgia

22 clinical trials for Heart Disease are currently recruiting participants at study sites in Georgia. Study-related care is provided at no cost.

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Heart Disease clinical trials in Georgia: what to expect

Heart disease trials cover heart failure, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, high cholesterol and lipoprotein(a), and the devices and procedures used to treat them. The largest are outcomes trials: thousands of people take a study medicine or placebo on top of their usual treatment for several years while the trial counts heart attacks, strokes and hospital stays. Smaller studies test new heart failure drugs, cholesterol-lowering injections given a few times a year, cardiac rehabilitation programs and monitoring devices.

In Georgia, recruiting heart disease studies are concentrated in Atlanta, Marietta and Augusta. 10 of the 22 are run by a drug or device company, which usually means a larger study with travel reimbursement; the rest are academic or hospital-led.

Who heart disease trials usually look for

Listings define the condition precisely: an ejection fraction range for heart failure, a heart attack or stent within a recent window, cholesterol still above target on a statin, or a lipoprotein(a) level above a threshold. They usually ask that your current heart medicines have been stable for a month or more. Common exclusions are a very recent procedure, advanced kidney disease and another illness that limits life expectancy. Ages generally run from 18 with no upper limit.

What taking part involves

Screening includes an ECG, blood work and often an echocardiogram. Outcomes trials are long but light: a pill or injection added to your treatment, visits every three to six months and phone check-ins between. Drug trials for heart failure run three to twelve months with monthly visits. Device trials involve a procedure and follow-up imaging. Your existing heart medicines continue throughout; study treatment and tests are free, and travel is usually reimbursed.

Questions worth asking the study team

Whether anything about your current treatment would change; how long the trial runs and how often you must come in; what is being measured and what you will be told about your own results; and whether your cardiologist will receive updates.

Showing 20 of 22 recruiting Heart Disease trials in Georgia

BOND: Direct Breastfeeding to Enhance Maternal and Infant Health in Congenital Heart Disease
NA Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT07582848
This trial is looking for mothers and their infants who have been diagnosed with congenital heart disease. Participants will receive support to help increase direct breastfeeding.
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Prenatally-initiated Psychological Intervention for Mothers of Infants With Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)
NA Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT07582861
This trial is looking for pregnant individuals or mothers of infants diagnosed with congenital heart disease (CHD). Participants will receive usual care plus a virtual psychological intervention to help manage their situation.
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HFNC vs NIPPV Following Extubation
NA Atlanta, Georgia NCT05869825
This trial is looking for infants under 1 year old who have congenital heart disease and are recovering from heart surgery. Participants will receive one of two common types of breathing support to see which one works better after extubation.
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Implementing Models for Mechanical Circulatory Support Presurgical Assessment in Congenital Heart Disease Treatment
NA Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT03891160
This trial is looking for children with Congenital Heart Disease who are going to have a ventricular assist device (VAD) placed. Participants will help researchers understand if using a 3D model of their heart can improve surgery outcomes.
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Outcomes and Health Care Resource Utilization in Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease Patients Undergoing Non-Cardiac Procedures
N/A Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT04604418
This trial is looking for children and young adults with congenital heart disease who are undergoing non-cardiac procedures. Participants will help researchers understand the risks and healthcare needs for these patients.
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Lumason® Infusion vs. Bolus Administrations
PHASE3 Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT06400004
This trial is looking for adults with heart health issues to compare two ways of giving a heart imaging substance called Lumason®. Participants will receive either a continuous drip or a quick injection of Lumason®.
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Comparison of the Outcomes of Single vs Multiple Arterial Grafts in Women
NA Los Angeles, California +4 sites NCT04124120
This trial is looking for women aged 18 and older who need heart surgery. Participants will help researchers compare two types of artery grafts used in heart operations to see which works better.
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Fontan Udenafil Exercise Longitudinal Assessment Trial - 2
PHASE3 Phoenix, Arizona +4 sites NCT05918211
This trial is looking for adolescents aged 12 to under 19 who have had the Fontan procedure. Participants will take either udenafil or a placebo to help assess its safety and effectiveness.
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Autus Valve Continued Access Study (CAS)
NA Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT07466745
This trial is looking for children aged 18 months to 16 years who need surgery to replace their pulmonary valve. Participants will have regular check-ups over 10 years to see how well the Autus Valve works as they grow.
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Molecular and Cellular Characterization of Cardiac Tissue in Postnatal Development
N/A Atlanta, Georgia NCT00243776
This trial is looking for patients who need heart surgery for conditions like congenital heart disease. Participating involves providing small pieces of heart tissue during the surgery to help researchers understand how heart cells work in infants compared to adults.
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A Pragmatic Clinical Trial of the WE BEAT Well-Being Education Program in Adolescent Congenital Heart Disease: WE BEAT CHD Study
NA Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT07525843
This trial is looking for teens aged 12-17 with congenital heart disease. Participants will take part in a 5-week online program that aims to help them improve their ability to handle stress and live better lives.
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National Collaborative to Improve Care of Children With Complex Congenital Heart Disease
N/A Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT02852031
This trial is looking for newborns diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) who are meant to have a specific heart surgery called the Norwood procedure. The goal is to gather information to help improve care for these infants.
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Cooperative Assessment of Late Effects for SCD Curative Therapies
N/A Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT05153967
This trial is looking for individuals with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) to study the long-term effects of new treatments. Participants will provide health information before and after treatment to help understand the outcomes.
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Acoramidis Transthyretin Amyloidosis Prevention Trial in the Young (ACT-EARLY) Study in Asymptomatic Carriers of a Pathogenic TTR Variant
PHASE3 La Jolla, California +4 sites NCT06563895
This trial is looking for adults who carry a specific genetic variant that can lead to a heart condition but have not yet shown any symptoms. Participants will receive an experimental drug called acoramidis to see if it can prevent heart issues.
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Investigation of the BrioVAD System for the Treatment of Left Ventricular Heart Failure
NA Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT06310031
This trial is looking for adults with advanced heart failure to test a device called the BrioVAD System. Participants will receive the BrioVAD and be monitored for safety and effectiveness compared to another treatment.
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Trial to Evaluate Safety And Effectiveness of Mechanical Circulatory Support in Patients With Advancing Heart Failure
NA Phoenix, Arizona +4 sites NCT06526195
This trial is looking for patients with advanced heart failure who are not dependent on intravenous medications. Participants will be evaluated to see if a device called HeartMate 3 can help their heart function better compared to standard medical treatments.
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The EMPOWER Trial - The Carillon Mitral Contour System® in Treating Heart Failure With FMR
NA Gilbert, Arizona +4 sites NCT03142152
This trial is looking for individuals with heart failure and a specific type of mitral valve problem. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the treatment or a control and will need to attend follow-up visits.
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CTSN Embolic Protection Trial
NA Atlanta, Georgia +4 sites NCT06027788
This trial is looking for patients aged 60 and older who are scheduled for certain types of heart valve surgeries. By participating, I would be helping to test a device designed to protect the heart during the procedure.
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Medtronic Cardiac Surgery PMCF Registry
N/A Marietta, Georgia +4 sites NCT04073420
This trial is looking for patients who have valve disease and are receiving certain heart treatments. Participants will help gather information about these treatments after they have been used in the market.
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LIVEBETTER: A Trial Comparing Medications in Older Adults With Stable Angina and Multiple Chronic Conditions
PHASE4 Marietta, Georgia +4 sites NCT05786417
This trial is looking for older adults with stable angina and multiple health conditions. Participants will take medication to evaluate its effectiveness and side effects.
Recruiting
See all 22 Heart Disease trials in Georgia

Where the Heart Disease studies are in Georgia

Research sites running the most studies
  • Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta6 trials
  • Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta4 trials
  • Emory University, Atlanta3 trials
  • Piedmont Heart Institute, Atlanta3 trials
  • WellStar Kennestone Hospital, Marietta2 trials
  • Arthur M. Blank Hospital | Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta1 trial
By city

Counts are recruiting studies listing at least one site in Georgia, from ClinicalTrials.gov, refreshed every two days.

Heart Disease clinical trials in Georgia: common questions

How many Heart Disease clinical trials are recruiting in Georgia?
TrialFinder currently lists 22 recruiting Heart Disease clinical trials with study sites in Georgia. Results are updated regularly from ClinicalTrials.gov, the official U.S. registry of clinical studies.
Where are Heart Disease clinical trials located in Georgia?
Study sites for the Heart Disease trials listed on this page include Atlanta, Marietta. Each trial page lists every participating site with contact details, so you can find the location closest to you.
Do I need insurance to join a Heart Disease clinical trial in Georgia?
No. Study-related care is covered by the trial sponsor at no cost to participants, including the study treatment, required lab tests and study visits. Many Heart Disease trials in Georgia also compensate participants for time and travel. Health insurance is not required to search or enroll.
How do I qualify for a Heart Disease clinical trial in Georgia?
Each study sets its own criteria based on age, Heart Disease diagnosis details, prior treatments, current medications and general health. The fastest way to find out is to contact a research site directly — most will pre-screen you by phone in 10 to 15 minutes at no charge. You can also create a free TrialFinder profile to be matched automatically.
Will I have to stop my heart medicines to join a trial?
Almost never. Heart disease trials add a study treatment to the medicines you already take, and your own cardiologist continues to manage them. A trial that requires a change says so in its listing.
What is a cardiovascular outcomes trial?
A large, multi-year study in which participants take a study medicine or placebo on top of standard care while the trial counts events such as heart attacks and hospital stays. Visits are infrequent, and the drug is provided free throughout.
Can I join a trial after a heart attack or stent?
Yes. Many trials enroll in the weeks after a heart attack or procedure, because that is when the next event is most likely. The window is stated in the listing, so ask soon after discharge.
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