Adventhealth

This study tests a small, swallowable capsule called PillSense™ that can detect blood in the upper digestive tract in about 10 minutes. Researchers want to see if a negative result from the capsule can safely rule out serious bleeding, so patients with anemia or a positive stool …

This study looks at new ways to diagnose cancer in the bile ducts or pancreas by testing bile and blood for special markers. Researchers will compare these new tests with standard methods to see which works best. About 500 adults with suspected bile duct or pancreatic disease wil…

This study tests whether a bioelectric wound dressing can reduce infections after colon surgery better than the usual chlorhexidine skin prep. About 20 adults having elective colon surgery will be enrolled. Researchers will measure bacteria levels in skin samples to see if the ne…

This study tests if using water instead of carbon dioxide gas during a throat procedure (POEM) for swallowing disorders can lower pain afterward. About 36 adults will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods. The goal is to see which approach leads to less pain, fewer pain …

This study looks at how doctors in training learn a specific colon procedure called colorectal endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR). Researchers will use a standard checklist to measure skills and see how many procedures are needed to become competent. The goal is to improve traini…

This study looks at whether a program called RISE can help nurse preceptors—experienced nurses who train new nurses—feel less burned out and more resilient, self-compassionate, and empowered. About 124 nurse preceptors from AdventHealth will take part. The study uses questionnair…