Info about some of Our Current Studies
Click the sections below to see more information about current studies that are open and enrolling new participants.
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This study will see whether taking a probiotic and fiber supplement every day can improve gut health and liver health. People living with HIV who have certain medical conditions (like Diabetes or High Blood Pressure) might be eligible.
To learn more about this study, email the research nurse: Tracey Watkins, LPN (tracey.d.watkins@vumc.org).
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This study will help understand how HIV treatment affects body weight, body fat, and muscle mass.
This study is looking for 129 people in Nashville- especially people who haven't started HIV meds yet.
To learn more about this study, email the research nurse: Morgan Lima, RN (morgan.c.shearer@vumc.org).
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This study will see whether taking a probiotic every day for 6 months could help improve gut health and heart health in people living with HIV who drink alcohol. People who sign up for this study will be randomly assigned to take either a probiotic or a placebo for 6 months. The study lasts 12 months and includes 4-5 study visits.
You can follow this link to complete a pre-screening survey for eligibility: https://redcap.link/metastudy (please copy/paste into your web browser if the link does not open)
