High Cholesterol

Do you or someone you know have High Cholesterol?
Qualified volunteers may receive at no cost:
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Investigational medications
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Study-related medical care from a qualified doctor
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Possible compensation for time and travel
No health insurance is required to participate in our studies.
- Jacksonville – Gene Editing Cholesterol Research
- Jacksonville: Hosp – Study (AZURE- LDL)
- Natures Coast: Crystal River – Study (AZURE- LDL)
- Natures Coast: Inverness – Study (AZURE- LDL)
- Jacksonville: University – ASCVD
- Jacksonville: University – Events/Elevated Lp(a)
- Jacksonville: University – MOVE Lp(a)
- Jacksonville: University – KYLO KYLO-11-II-C01 Elevated Lp(a)
- Jacksonville: University – NOV CTQJ230A12304 ASCVD/Elevated Lp(a)
Below is the study criteria information publicly available from Clinicaltrials.gov
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18 Years to 70 Years (Adult, Older Adult)
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Diagnosis of HeFH or premature CAD
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- Homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
- Active or history of chronic liver disease
- Current treatment with PCSK9 inhibitor or prior treatment within specified timeframe
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Clinically significant or abnormal laboratory values as defined by the protocol
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About this Study:
This study is evaluating an investigational treatment aimed at lowering the risk of heart disease in individuals with high Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] and other risk factors. You may be eligible if you have elevated levels of this genetic cholesterol marker.
You may qualify if you:
- Are 50 years of age or older
- Have high Lp(a) levels (≥200 nmol/L)
- Have risk factors for heart disease such as:
- High blood pressure
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- Diabetes
- High cholesterol
- Smoking history
- Or have evidence of plaque buildup in your arteries
You may not qualify if you have:
- A prior heart attack, stroke, or TIA
- Had stents, bypass surgery, or plan to have one soon
- A history of major bleeding disorders
Why participate?
- Help advance research in heart disease prevention
- Compensation may be available (if applicable)
Study Details:
Location: Jacksonville, FL
All study- related care is provided at no cost to you or your insurance company.
About this Study:
The study is designed to test whether a specific drug targeting Lp can reduce the risk of first major cardiovascular (CV) events.
You may qualify if you:
- Age ≥50 years
- Elevated (Lipoprotein (a)) Lp(a) during screening
- Multiple atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk factors, and/or evidence of atherosclerosis
You may not qualify if you have:
- Prior acute atherothrombotic event (myocardial infarction, stroke, transient ischemic attack, acute limb ischemia)
- Prior or planned arterial revascularization
- History of major bleeding disorder
Why participate?
- Help advance research in heart disease prevention
- Compensation may be available (if applicable)
Study Details:
Location: Jacksonville, FL
All study- related care is provided at no cost to you or your insurance company.
You may qualify if:
- You are 40 years or older
- You have high lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] -done at screening visit
- You have a higher risk of heart disease, such as:
- Coronary artery disease (CAD)
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- Prior stroke
- Peripheral artery disease
- Or conditions like familial high cholesterol or type 2 diabetes
- You have been on a stable dose of certain medications for at least 4 weeks, including:
- Cholesterol-lowering medications
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- Hormone-related treatments (such as estrogen, testosterone, etc.)
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 40
Why participate?
- Help advance research in heart disease prevention
- Compensation may be available (if applicable)
Study Details:
Location: Jacksonville, FL
All study- related care is provided at no cost to you or your insurance company.
You may qualify if you:
- Are 18 to 80 years old
- Have been diagnosed with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (heart or blood vessel disease caused by plaque buildup)
- Have elevated lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a) — a type of cholesterol in your blood
- Meet other study requirements (the research team will review these with you)
You may not qualify if you have:
- Have moderate to severe heart failure or your heart is very weak (ejection fraction below 30%)
- Have very high, uncontrolled blood pressure (160+/100+)
- Had serious or uncontrolled heart rhythm problems in the last 3 months
- Had cancer in the past 5 years, except for certain early-stage or treated cancers
- Do not meet other study requirements (the team will review this with you)
Why participate?
- Help advance research in heart disease prevention
- Compensation may be available (if applicable)
Study Details:
Location: Jacksonville, FL
All study- related care is provided at no cost to you or your insurance company.
- You may qualify if you:
- Are 18–80 years old
- Have heart/vascular disease (heart attack, stroke, blocked arteries)
- Have high Lp(a) and LDL >70 mg/dL
- Are on stable cholesterol treatment
- Meet other study requirements (the research team will review these with you)
You may NOT qualify if you:
- Had a recent heart attack, stroke, or surgery
- Have severe heart failure or uncontrolled BP
- Have serious liver or kidney disease
Recently used certain advanced cholesterol drugs
- Do not meet other study requirements (the team will review this with you)
Why participate?
- Help advance research in heart disease prevention
- Compensation may be available (if applicable)
Study Details:
Location: Jacksonville, FL
All study- related care is provided at no cost to you or your insurance company.
Cholesterol research is enrolling at:
Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research
4085 University Blvd., South
Suite 1
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 730-0166
Nature Coast Clinical Research – Inverness
411 West Highland Boulevard
Inverness, FL 34452
(352) 341-2100
Nature Coast Clinical Research – Crystal River
6122 West Corporate Oaks Drive
Crystal River, FL 34429
(352) 861-1865
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Fleming Island Center for Clinical Research
1679 Eagle Harbor Parkway
Suite D, 2nd Floor Fleming Island, FL 32003
(904) 621-0390
Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research
4085 University Blvd., South
Suite 1
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 730-0166
St. Johns Center for Clinical Research
100 Whetstone Place,
Suites 300 – 301,
St. Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 209-0043
ENCORE Borland Groover Clinical Research
4800 Belfort Road, Suite 301
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 680-0871
Nature Coast Clinical Research – Inverness
411 West Highland Boulevard
Inverness, FL 34452
(352) 341-2100
Nature Coast Clinical Research – Crystal River
6122 West Corporate Oaks Drive
Crystal River, FL 34429
(352) 861-1865
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