Clinical Trials at Cardiovascular Institute of the South

As of June 2026, 17 paid clinical trials are recruiting at Cardiovascular Institute of the South, located at 225 DUNN ST, HOUMA, LA 70360-4413, phone (985) 876-0300 in Houma, Louisiana. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Heart Failure, Cardiovascular Diseases and Crohn's Disease. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits — most studies also offer study-related medical care at no cost to participants.

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17 clinical trials at Cardiovascular Institute of the South

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Alleviant ALLAY-HFrEF Study

for Heart Failure
35 locations incl. Los Angeles
Sponsor: Alleviant Medical, Inc.
Sex: All·Age: 18+
Code: NCT06812533·Enrolling By Invitation

The THOR IDE Study

for Peripheral Artery Disease
29 locations incl. St. Helena
Sponsor: Philips Clinical & Medical Affairs Global
Sex: All·Age: 18+
Code: NCT05916950·Recruiting

Alleviant ALLAY-HF Study

for Heart Failure
53 locations incl. Birmingham
Sponsor: Alleviant Medical, Inc.
Sex: All·Age: 40+
Code: NCT05685303·Enrolling By Invitation

About research studies in Houma

Houma has approximately 40 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Louisiana hosts a diverse network of universities, academic medical centers, and community hospitals that run clinical trials across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and many other therapeutic areas.

Common conditions studied in Houma

  • Heart Failure (7 active studies). Heart failure trials explore SGLT-2 inhibitors, novel myosin modulators, and device-based therapies for both reduced and preserved ejection fraction.
  • Cardiovascular Diseases (2 active studies). Recruiting Cardiovascular Diseases studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Crohn's Disease (2 active studies). Recruiting Crohn's Disease studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Heart Valve Diseases (2 active studies). Recruiting Heart Valve Diseases studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Iliofemoral; Thrombosis (2 active studies). Recruiting Iliofemoral; Thrombosis studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Obesity (2 active studies). Obesity trials evaluate GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonists, novel metabolic drugs, and combined lifestyle interventions for sustainable weight loss.

Leading research sponsors in Houma

  • Mercator MedSystems, Inc.
  • Akero Therapeutics, Inc
  • Alleviant Medical, Inc.
  • Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
  • P+F Products + Features USA Inc.

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Louisiana are governed by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) standards, and federal HIPAA privacy rules. Every study is reviewed by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect participant safety and ensure informed consent. Louisiana research additionally follows state public health department oversight and any applicable state privacy statutes.

Compensation & what to expect

How payment typically works
Compensation is most often provided through reloadable electronic study cards or direct deposit, paid out per completed visit rather than as a lump sum. Amounts vary by the time required, the number of visits, and the study's complexity — overnight stays and inpatient pharmacology studies generally pay more than short outpatient surveys. The exact amount is disclosed in writing during informed consent before any visit.
Healthy volunteers
Healthy participants aged 18 and older can earn compensation by joining vaccine, pharmacology, and biomarker studies in Houma. These trials check how a new drug or vaccine behaves in healthy bodies before later-phase testing. Many sites maintain a healthy-volunteer registry so you hear about new opportunities first.
What's included beyond payment
Most trials cover study-related medical care at no cost — physical exams, lab work, imaging, the investigational treatment itself, and follow-up visits with the research team. Insurance is not required to participate. Free check-ups and access to specialists are common reasons participants return for additional studies.
Travel and time
Many sponsors reimburse travel, parking, mileage, and lost wages for visit days. Long-running studies and trials that require frequent visits often raise stipends accordingly. Ask the study coordinator for the visit schedule and reimbursement policy before you commit.
Asking about compensation
Compensation is set per protocol and per site, so figures are not published in trial registries. The fastest way to confirm payment for a specific study is to contact the recruiting site listed on the study record. Coordinators are accustomed to this question and will quote the per-visit and total amounts up front.

How to find a clinical trial in Houma

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Houma from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshes the list daily. Use the filters above to narrow by condition, facility, age, phase, or healthy-volunteer eligibility, then click any study title to view full details — eligibility criteria, intervention, location, and sponsor contact information. To enroll, reach out to the central study contact listed on the study detail page; the research coordinator will walk you through the screening process.

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Houma?

There are approximately 40 recruiting clinical trials in Houma, Louisiana listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Houma pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Houma compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Houma?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Houma?

The most common conditions under active study in Houma include Heart Failure (7), Cardiovascular Diseases (2), Crohn's Disease (2), Heart Valve Diseases (2), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Houma?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Houma on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Houma?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in Houma?

Recruiting research sites in Houma include Cardiovascular Institute of the South, Terrebonne General Medical Center, Akero Clinical Study Site, among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

What kinds of studies are recruiting in Houma right now?

The largest active categories in Houma are Cardiovascular (12), Cancer & tumors (6), Diabetes & metabolic (5). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

What is the address of Cardiovascular Institute of the South?

Cardiovascular Institute of the South is located at 225 DUNN ST, HOUMA, LA 70360-4413. Use the Google Maps link in the intro above to get directions.

How do I contact Cardiovascular Institute of the South?

You can reach Cardiovascular Institute of the South by phone at (985) 876-0300. For questions about a specific trial, use the study coordinator contact listed on the individual study record — click any trial title above to open it.

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