Geisinger Clinic
Clinical trials sponsored by Geisinger Clinic, explained in plain language.
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Chatbots vs. humans: the battle to keep people out of the ER
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to reduce unnecessary emergency room visits by people who go frequently. After an ER visit, participants are randomly assigned to receive either a follow-up phone call from a health worker or an automated chatbot message. Both methods provide information about alt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 05, 2026 13:59 UTC
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New program aims to close the gap on missed genetic high cholesterol diagnoses
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to improve how often people with Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH), a common genetic cause of very high cholesterol, are diagnosed. Researchers are testing a new set of tools and support for primary care doctors to help them spot FH earlier in both adults and chi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Can a computer nudge help doctors prevent dangerous pregnancy complication?
Prevention OngoingThis study is testing if a pop-up alert in a patient's electronic health record helps doctors remember to recommend low-dose aspirin to pregnant women at high risk for preeclampsia. About 839 pregnant patients receiving care at Geisinger clinics are involved. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 23:41 UTC
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Your DNA could help doctors pick your perfect pills
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether checking a person's DNA helps doctors choose better medications for seniors taking 5 or more drugs. Researchers randomly assigned 66 participants to either get the DNA test or not, then tracked medication changes and healthcare costs. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC