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Clinical trials and research at Methodist Health System
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 18 clinical trials run by Methodist Health System that are recruiting, in United States. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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All recruiting trials (18)
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Caregiver Burden and Quality of Life for Hepatobiliary Cancer Patients’ Caregivers
This study tests how caring for someone with hepatobiliary cancer affects the caregiver’s quality of life, health, relationships, and access to support.
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Comparing fellowship training and job outcomes for HPB and complex GI surgeons.
This project asks current and former Fellowship Council HPB and Advanced GI fellows and their trainers about their training and job outcomes to see if the fellowship programs prepare surgeons for independent practice.
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Colorectal cancer diagnosed before the usual screening age
This study uses national cancer registries to see if people diagnosed with colorectal cancer before age 35 present with more advanced disease but live longer than older patients.
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Advanced GI surgery training during residency and fellowship.
This anonymous survey asks senior U.S. general surgery residents who teaches their GI procedures, how comfortable they are performing common and complex GI operations, and whether they want an Advanced GI fellowship.
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Comparing preoperative cardiac clearance with the G60 Orthopedic Hip Frailty Index to predict outcomes after hip fracture surgery
This project will test whether preoperative cardiac clearance predicts short-term postoperative mortality better than the G60 Orthopedic Hip Frailty Index for people aged 60 and older who need surgical treatment for hip fractures.
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Surgical approaches for reconnecting the intestine after trauma
This project collects past hospital data to see which surgical approach—immediate reconnection, delayed reconnection, or a temporary ostomy—works best for adults with traumatic small or large bowel injuries.
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When to activate the trauma team
We will see if current trauma activation criteria correctly identify which patients need the trauma team among those treated at Methodist Dallas Medical Center.
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ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) procedure registry at Methodist Dallas Medical Center
This registry collects information on ERCP procedures to see which patient and procedure factors affect post-ERCP pancreatitis for people over 15 who had ERCP at Methodist Dallas.
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Analyzing the impact of hospital volume on esophageal cancer outcomes
This study looks at whether patients with esophageal cancer do better when treated at hospitals that perform more surgeries for this condition compared to those that do fewer.
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Analyzing ELF Test for Early Detection of Fatty Liver in High-Risk Patients
This study is testing if a new liver test can help find early signs of fatty liver disease in people at high risk, like those with metabolic syndrome, and see how lifestyle changes or medications affect their liver health over time.
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Using a special stent to treat coronary artery perforations
This study tests a special stent to see if it can help patients with sudden tears in their coronary arteries feel better and avoid serious problems.
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Comparing antiplatelet therapies in patients with low platelet counts
This study is testing which antiplatelet medication, clopidogrel or ticagrelor, works better for people with low platelet counts who are having heart procedures to see which one helps prevent complications like bleeding or heart attacks.
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Leadership training to improve physician career satisfaction
Try leadership training to see if it improves job satisfaction, stress, and burnout among Methodist Health System physicians.
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Analysis of outcomes in patients with Hepatorenal Syndrome
This study looks at how patients with Hepatorenal Syndrome are doing over four years to see how different treatments affect their health.
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Comparing surgical techniques for pancreatic tumors
This study is testing whether open surgery or minimally invasive surgery works better for people with pancreatic and liver tumors by looking at their recovery and outcomes after the procedures.
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Endoscopic Myotomy for Achalasia Treatment
This study looks at how well a specific procedure called endoscopic myotomy works for treating achalasia in patients who have already had the treatment at Methodist Dallas Medical Center.
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Peptide receptor radionuclide therapy for gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors
This study will collect information to see how well peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) works and how safe it is for adults with gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.
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Evaluating treatment outcomes for pancreatic diseases
This study looks at how well different treatments work for people with pancreatic diseases to see if they can improve survival and manage symptoms better.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Methodist Health System are recruiting right now?
18, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
All of them have sites in United States. Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
A list is a starting point. Tell us your situation in your own words and we'll rank the studies that match and explain why. It's free and needs no account.