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Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital

Pet Owners - Clinical Trials

At Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital, we take pride in providing the gold standard of care and being pioneers in the latest innovations in veterinary medicine.

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We are excited to participate in clinical trials that span a variety of veterinary specialties.

These trials are pivotal in helping to evolve veterinary medicine by developing diagnostic tests to detect diseases earlier or creating innovative therapies to improve patient outcomes. In some cases, the knowledge we gain from these trials can also enhance our understanding of similar conditions in humans.

Participating in a clinical trial can benefit both pets and their owners. Many trials offer access to cutting-edge diagnostics or treatments, often at significantly reduced or no cost.

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Your pet’s quality of life is always our top priority.

Pets enrolled in clinical trials receive the same high level of care as all our patients. If at any point you would like to withdraw your pet from the study, you are more than welcome to do so.

We’re incredibly grateful for the skilled and dedicated team at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital who support our clinical trial work. Most importantly, we thank the wonderful pets and their owners who contribute to this important mission.

Current Clinical Trials

Cardiology

  • Halt HCM Study (Akron)

    • Fully funded placebo-controlled study evaluating the effectiveness of a novel medication in managing left ventricular hypertrophy associated with subclinical HCM in cats.

  • Ticker Study (both locations)

    • Fully funded pivotal trial investigating torsemide (Upcard) compared to furosemide in managing CHF in dogs with chronic degenerative valve disease.

Internal Medicine

  • Gallant Feline CKD Stem Cell Study (both locations)

    • Fully funded placebo-controlled study to evaluate the effectiveness of uterine-derived mesenchymal stem cells in cats with CKD.

Neurology

Oncology

Ophthalmology

Surgery

Avian & Exotics