Novara Clinical Research is currently recruiting volunteers for the following studies. To participate in our studies call us at (480) 924-0425 to set up an appointment. You may fill out the Registration Form prior to visiting Novara Clinical Research to speed up your visit, as it will reduce the amount of paperwork you will need to fill out in the office.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Novara Clinical Research is conducting a research study comparing the efficacy and safety of 2.5 μg and 5 μg Tiotropium inhalation Solution delivered by the Respimat® Inhaler with Tiotropium inhalation capsules 18 μg delivered by the HandiHaler® in people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Qualified participants will receive study medication and study related physical exam at no cost. Compensation may be available to qualified participants for each completed visit for time and travel expenses.

If you are interested in this study, you should:

• Be at least 40 years of age or older
• Must be a current smoker or have a history of smoking
• Must have been diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

If you are interested in finding out more about this study, please call us at 480-924-0425.  One of our staff will be happy to give you further information regarding this study and will schedule an appointment to allow you to discuss the study in more detail with one of our study physicians.  We appreciate your interest in this study and look forward to making your research experience a pleasant one. 

Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

Novara Clinical Research is looking for subjects to participate in a clinical research study comparing an investigational medication to a placebo (an inactive substance) for the treatment of pain caused by painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy or DPN.

This study lasts 21 weeks and has approximately 8 office visits and 2 telephone calls.  Study medications, lab work, and study-related physical exams are provided to participants in this study at no cost.  Compensation is available to qualified participants for each completed visit for time and travel.

Subjects interested in this study should:

• Be at least 18 years of age or older
• Have been diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes
• Must be taking one of the following medications for DPN: Tramadol, Gapapentin (neurontin), Effexor, Cymbalta, Tricyclic antidepressent
• Be dissatisfied with their current DPN pain reliever.

If you are interested in finding out more about this study, please call us at (480)924-0425.  One of our staff will be happy to give you further information regarding this study and will schedule you an appointment so you may review the study in more detail with one of our study physicians.  If you know of anyone that might be interested in this study, please feel free to pass this information along to them.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a very common gastrointestinal (GI) disorder that involves abdominal pain or discomfort with diarrhea, constipation or both. Novara Clinical Research is looking for subjects to participate in a clinical research study of an investigational drug vs. placebo (an inactive substance) for people with diarrhea predominant IBS.

This study lasts approximately 18 weeks and has approximately 5 office visits. Study-related drugs (may include placebo), lab work, and study-related physical exams are provided to participants in this study at no cost. Compensation is available to qualified participants for each completed visit for time and travel.

Subjects interested in this study should:

• Be between 18 and 79 years of age
• Have had symptoms of IBS with diarrhea for at least 6 months
• Currently experiencing moderate to severe abdominal pain
• Not have been diagnosed or treated for cancer in the last 5 years (treated basal or squamous cell skin cancer is ok)
• Have at least 28 stools over a 7-day period

If you are interested in finding out more about this study, please call us at (480)924-0425. One of our staff will be happy to give you further information regarding this study and will schedule you an appointment so you may review the study in more detail with one of our study physicians. If you know of anyone that might be interested in this study, please feel free to pass this information along to them.

Overactive Bladder

Your senior years should be spent having fun…not on the run.

As we age, OAB symptoms such as sudden urges to urinate and frequent wetting episodes become more common.

If you are frustrated living with OAB, you may be interested in a research study we are conducting to evaluate an approved medication for overactive bladder.

If you take part in this research study, you will attend five office visits over a 14-week period. If qualified, you will receive the study medication or placebo (an inactive look-alike pill) and study-related care at no cost. You may also be compensated for time and travel.

We are looking for male and female participants who:

• Are age 65 or older
• Have experienced overactive bladder symptoms for at least 3 months
• Have strong, sudden urges to urinate
• Experience frequent wetting episodes
• Have health problems related to aging

Type 1 Diabetes

Do you have a child who has been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes?

Novara Clinical Research is currently recruiting parents or caregivers of children who have been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. If you are the primary caregiver for a child, ages 3 to 12, with Type 1 diabetes, you may be eligible to participate in a medical research study.

Qualified subjects must be able to complete 1 visit to our location.

For more information and to see if you can qualify for this study, please call: (480) 924-0425.

Do You Have Type 2 Diabetes?

We are enrolling adult volunteers now

If you have type 2 diabetes, find out if you qualify for a clinical research study of an investigational oral diabetes medication.

You may be eligible if:

• You have a confirmed diagnosis of type 2 diabetes, AND
• You are age 30 or older and have had a heart attack or stroke, or other vascular problem

OR

• You are 50 or older and have been told by your doctor that you are at high risk for heart disease

If eligible to participate, you will be seen by a study doctor and receive study-related testing and study medication at no cost. Once enrolled, you may be reimbursed for parking and travel expenses.

For more information, please contact:

Novara Clinical Research
(480) 924-0425

Type 2 Diabetes and High Blood Pressure

Novara Clinical Research is looking for subjects to participate in a clinical research study of an investigational medication for the treatment of high blood pressure in people with type 2 diabetes.

This study will last up to 12 weeks and has approximately 12 office visits. This study also involves 2 24 hour urine collections and 2 24 hour blood pressure monitors. Study-related drugs (may include placebo), lab work, and study-related physical exams are provided to participants in this study at no cost.  Compensation is available to qualified participants for each completed visit for time and travel.

Subjects interested in this study should:

• Be between 18 and 65 years of age
• Have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes AND high blood pressure
• Be taking an oral medication for your diabetes
• Be willing to complete 2 24 hour urine collections and 2 24hour blood pressure monitors
• Be willing to make weekly visits during the study

If you are interested in finding out more about this study, please call us at (480)924-0425.  One of our staff will be happy to give you further information regarding this study and will schedule you an appointment so you may review the study in more detail with one of our study physicians.  If you know of anyone that might be interested in this study, please feel free to pass this information along to them.