Geisinger Clinic

This study compares two materials used to fill cavities in children's baby teeth. Researchers want to see if a newer material called Biodentine works as well as the standard MTA material, but costs less and doesn't cause tooth discoloration. Children ages 2-12 who need fillings i…

This study tests whether follow-up contact from nurses can help patients avoid unnecessary emergency room visits. After clinic appointments for certain common conditions, some patients will receive messages or calls from nurses offering guidance and support. Researchers will comp…

This study aims to reduce unnecessary return visits to the emergency room. Researchers will send text messages to patients after they are discharged from the ER for a minor issue. The messages will encourage them to see their regular doctor or use an online symptom checker instea…

This study is testing whether adding support from a trained peer who has personal experience with addiction and recovery helps people stay in their medication treatment for opioid use disorder. Researchers will compare two groups: one receiving standard clinic care plus meetings …

This study is testing whether a long-acting numbing medicine, injected directly into the surgical area, can better control pain and help swallowing function after robotic surgery for throat cancer. Researchers will compare patients who receive this injection to those who do not, …