Weill Medical College Of Cornell University

This study tests whether injecting a concentrated bone marrow product (BMAC) during jaw joint surgery reduces pain and damage better than standard steroid injections. About 20 adults with persistent jaw pain will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments and followed for …

This study looks at whether eating proteins and vegetables before carbohydrates (meal sequencing) can improve blood sugar control in 70 adults with diabetes or prediabetes who also experience food insecurity. Participants will receive free produce boxes and either standard nutrit…

This study tests whether adding a bone-marrow concentrate injection during routine back surgery helps the spinal disc heal better. About 90 adults with a herniated disc will get either surgery alone or surgery plus the injection. Researchers will use MRI scans and pain questionna…

This study aims to find out which of two PET tracers, Ga-68-DOTATATE or Ga-68-DOTATOC, gives clearer images of meningioma (a type of brain tumor). Six adults with suspected meningioma who are scheduled for surgery will receive both scans. The results will help doctors choose the …

This study is testing whether a device that delivers gentle vibrations to the legs can reduce muscle stiffness (spasticity) and help people walk better. About 25 adults with long-term leg spasticity will try the device in the lab and at home. Researchers will measure changes in m…

This study tests whether listening to calming music during a nail biopsy can lower pain and anxiety. About 30 adults will be randomly assigned to hear a playlist or get standard care. After the procedure, they will rate their pain, anxiety, and satisfaction. The goal is to see if…

This study will test a new mobile app designed to help transgender and gender diverse people improve their voice quality. The app aims to be as good as or better than traditional speech therapy. Fifty adults who identify as transgender will use the app, and researchers will measu…

This study tests a new device that uses muscle signals from the face and neck to recognize silent speech and turn it into voice. It is for adults who have lost their voice due to laryngectomy or severe voice problems. The goal is to see if the device can accurately identify words…

This study tests if gentle electrical stimulation to nerves near the uterus can reduce pain after a procedure to treat uterine fibroids. About 60 women will receive either active stimulation, a sham (fake) stimulation, or standard care. The goal is to see if this approach lowers …

This study tests whether combining a digital mental health app with remote therapy sessions helps reduce depression in adults aged 50 to 80. Sixty participants will use the app and attend therapy from home. The goal is to see if this approach is acceptable and effective for easin…

This study aims to develop and test digital assistant tools that help older adults, including those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), manage healthcare tasks like finding services, handling medical bills, and using Medicare.gov. Researchers will interview 600 participants to …

This study will test a tool built into electronic health records that alerts doctors when a pregnant patient might be at risk for postpartum depression. About 160 pregnant women and their doctors will take part. The goal is to see if the tool is easy to use and helps connect pati…

This study tests a decision support tool called COAST designed to improve conversations between people with advanced breast cancer and their doctors. About 100 patients will use the tool and fill out surveys to see if it helps them feel more informed and involved in their care. T…

This study tests whether using ultrasound during common throat procedures helps doctors work more easily and patients feel more comfortable. About 200 adults with voice or swallowing issues will take part. The goal is to see if ultrasound is a useful tool for guiding injections a…

This study looks at whether brain scans can predict and track how children and teens with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) respond to a type of therapy called Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). About 30 participants aged 10 to 17 will receive 14 weeks of ERP and have thei…

This study is creating a screening tool for primary care doctors to identify signs of neglect in older adults with dementia. It also designs a support program for caregivers, delivered in person or via an Android app. The goal is to see if the tool and program are easy to use and…

This study looks at whether a virtual reality (VR) program called CAST can help older adults with mild cognitive impairment (mild memory problems) stay socially and mentally engaged. Researchers will test how easy and enjoyable the VR system is for 312 people aged 65 and older. T…

This study aims to develop and test a smart tablet program designed to provide memory and social support for older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). About 290 participants aged 62 and older with MCI will use the program at home for six months. Researchers will measure …