Study For People With Type 2 Diabetes Who Are Overweight Or Obese

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity are prevalent health problems, and the relationship between these conditions is well established.  If you are interested in committing to changing  your weight and gaining better control of your blood sugar, this study may be an opportunity for you. All study participants will receive regular diet, physical activity, and lifestyle management counseling sessions throughout the study at no cost.

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Our team will be in touch with you as soon as possible to discuss the study.

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We are seeking volunteers who are living with obesity or are overweight and who have been diagnosed with T2D. The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of an injectable research medication to a placebo on body weight and blood sugar levels.  The study duration is about 58 weeks.  There are 51 visits to our office of which 48 weekly visits are for research medication injections.

More details include:

  1. Highly motivated to make life style changes.
  2. Capable and committed to attending weekly visits.
  3. Monitor glucose levels throughout the study (supplies provided).
  4. Weekly injections, keeping a food and exercise diary.
  5. Willing to maintain a T2D-appropriate diet and regular physical activity with individual counseling by a dietitian.
  6. Frequent fasting blood draws.
  1. Relatively healthy or with stable medical conditions
  2. Ages 18 – 75
  3. BMI 25 or greater
  4. Stable weight (no fluctuations of 10 lbs) in prior 3 months
  5. HbA1c between 7.0 – 10.5%
  6. Diagnosed with T2D for at least 3 months
  7. Stable diabetic medication(s) for at least 3 months or no medications

Fill out the form below or call our office at (615) 329-2222.

Our team must complete a telephone screen which will take approximately 10 minutes.  There are no obligations.  If you qualify and are interested in participating, an appointment will be made for your office visit.

All study related diagnostic tests and study medication are at no cost.  Insurance is not required. 

You will be compensated for your time and travel. 

Yes, we have several studies for people who are interested in losing weight and gaining better glucose control. 

You can read about additional options here.

Or, you can simply fill out the form below. Our team will contact you as soon as possible to help determine which study is best for you. 

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