Join a pediatric gastrointestinal research study

You can help scientists research potentially life-changing medications, vaccines and devices

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About Pediatric Gastrointestinal Research

Pediatric gastrointestinal disorders such as Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as acid reflux, and constipation can have a substantial impact on children’s health and well-being. These conditions often involve complex interactions within the digestive system, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and reflux. Managing these disorders in children can be particularly challenging, as their needs differ from adults. By studying these conditions, scientists aim to better understand their causes, improve diagnostic methods, and develop more effective treatments tailored to children’s unique requirements.

Why Participate

You can help advance medicine by joining a clinical trial at Velocity, and you may also:

  • Learn about potential new medicines in development
  • Get study-related medical exams at no cost
  • Receive compensation for participating (available amounts may differ for each study)

After you submit your information, a Velocity enrollment specialist will contact you. Together, we’ll review studies that might be right for you or your child and answer your questions.

Health insurance is NOT required to join. There is never an obligation to participate — we’re here to help you make the best decision.

For more information about currently enrolling research studies, complete the form on this page or select a location below to get in touch with a Velocity enrollment specialist.

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Select the site nearest to you or select a location on this form to submit your information and receive a call from a Velocity enrollment specialist.

Together, we'll review studies that might be right for you and answer any questions you may have.

About Velocity Clinical Research

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200,000+ people have a joined a study at Velocity

Many people enjoy the study experience and have joined several clinical trials at Velocity.

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Velocity has decades of research experience

With sites that were established as long ago as 1986, Velocity has experts who have supported clinical trials for decades.

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Velocity studies are led by healthcare professionals

All clinical trials conducted at Velocity are overseen by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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