Clinical Trials

Help Now and in the Future

The Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute conducts clinical trials on an ongoing basis for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Trials are conducted in La Jolla by a clinical research team of experienced physicians, nurses, and others, many of whom are bilingual in English and Spanish.

How to participate in a clinical trial

If you or someone you know is interested in participating in a clinical trial, please contact us at 858-626-5678 to find out more.

You may qualify if you:

  • Have Type 1 diabetes or are a family member of someone with Type 1 diabetes
  • Have Type 2 diabetes and are not taking medication for diabetes
  • Have Type 2 diabetes and are managing your diabetes with diet and exercise, or oral or injectable medication

Qualified participants may receive investigational medication, study-related physical exam and blood tests, and compensation for time and travel.

The clinical research center is located on the first floor of:

Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute
9894 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-626-5678