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Communication
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35 US clinical trials · 12 currently recruiting
Active & Recent Trials
The Patient and Family Centered I-PASS LISTEN Study: Language, Inclusion, Safety, and Teamwork for Equity Now
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT05591066
Communication Strategies to Increase HPV Vaccination Intention
University of Pennsylvania
NCT06784960
Project Talk Trial: Engaging Underserved Communities in End-of-life Conversations
Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
NCT04612738
Multicenter HomeVENT: Home Values and Experiences Navigation Track
Johns Hopkins University
NCT06102330
Teen Driving Translation Study (NIH)
Ginger Yang
NCT05696353
Alcohol and Sexual Communication Among Couples in the Laboratory
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT06865872
Together After Cancer
University of South Florida
NCT05645471
AI-Driven Consent Simplification Study
University of California, Los Angeles
NCT07303517
Timing of Physician Rounds for Antepartum Patients
Duke University
NCT07215507
Families of Youth with Developmental Disabilities: a Theory-Based Intervention
University of Notre Dame
NCT03495440
Revealing Information Genuinely & Honestly Across Time - Communication Preferences Visit
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
NCT06993688
Seminar in Unwavering Empowering Presence Optimized for Rehabilitation Teams
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
NCT07071116
A Communication Tool to Improve Communication in the ICU
University of Wisconsin, Madison
NCT05780918
Changing Talk Online Training (CHATO) National Trial
University of Kansas Medical Center
NCT04610944
Improving Communication for Cancer Treatment: Addressing Concerns of Older Cancer Patients and Caregivers
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
NCT05436327
Optimizing the Patient Experience Through Provider Coaching or Communication Intervention
Mayo Clinic
NCT06329557
Bringing I-PASS to the Bedside: A Communication Bundle to Improve Patient Safety and Experience
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT02320175
DHL Survey on Generative AI for MyChart Messaging
Duke University
NCT06108037
Provider-Patient Communication Coaching
Duke University
NCT02783742
Spreading Teen-Recorded Inspirational Videos to Engage Schoolmates
University of Chicago
NCT02065206
Improving Family Meetings in the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
NCT03749330
Improving Communication in the PICU: The Navigate Study
Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
NCT02333396
Use of Virtual Reality to Communicate Concepts of Genomics to the General Public
National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)
NCT00316056
A Patient Advocate to Improve Real-world Asthma Management for Inner City Adults
University of Pennsylvania
NCT01972308
Anesthesia Counseling, Consent, & Professionalism
Johns Hopkins University
NCT06010836
The Center for Peripartum Optimization
Johns Hopkins University
NCT03522909
Intervention to Improve Driving Practices Among High-Risk Teen Drivers
Ginger Yang
NCT04317664
CALS Patient Activated Learning System (PALS)
Cornell University
NCT04212117
High and Low Resource Interventions to Promote HPV Vaccines
Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City
NCT03824093
Time Limited Trials to Reduce Non-Beneficial Intensive Care Unit Treatments
Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
NCT04181294
Improving the Outpatient Referral Process With Electronic Communications
Brigham and Women's Hospital
NCT00129064
Blue Star Cares: Innovative Approaches to Helping Military-Connected Caregivers
University of Southern California
NCT03336190
The Families Addressing Cancer Together Intervention for Parents With Cancer
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
NCT05377749
Parent Communication for Feeding an Infant With a Heart Defect
University of Wisconsin, Madison
NCT04452201
Developing an Experimental Framework to Evaluate Oncologist Emotion Regulation
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
NCT05365763
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 3 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Communication Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 35 US studies indexed under Communication, and 12 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 34% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Communication shows 2 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 0 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Communication is led by Johns Hopkins University with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 35 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Communication?
PlainTrial tracks 35 US clinical trials for Communication, of which 12 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Communication?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.