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Gestational Diabetes clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Gestational Diabetes — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
42 US clinical trials · 27 currently recruiting
The research picture
Gestational Diabetes has 42 registered US clinical trials, 27 of them open to new participants right now — about 64% of the total.
- 27
- recruiting participants now
- 64%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 4
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 4
- top sponsor: Anna Stanhewicz, PhD
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Delivering HOPE (Helping Women Optimize Prenatal Equity)
University of Arkansas
NCT06814509
Intensive Glycemic Targets in Overweight and Obese Women With Gestational Diabetes
Indiana University
NCT05124808
Strategies for Implementing a Postpartum Lifestyle Intervention in WIC Clinics
Tulane University
NCT06116149
Strict Versus Permissive Thresholds for Initiation of Pharmacotherapy in Gestational Diabetes (START 2)
Thomas Jefferson University
NCT06419803
Strict Versus Permissive Thresholds for Initiation of Pharmacotherapy in Gestational Diabetes
Thomas Jefferson University
NCT06419777
Gestational Diabetes and Pharmacotherapy (GAP)
Medical College of Wisconsin
NCT03527537
DETERMINE: Detemir vs NPH
University of California, Los Angeles
NCT05124457
Immediate Postpartum Glucose Tolerance Testing
MemorialCare Health System
NCT04199676
Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Food is Medicine Community Health Worker Program for Pregnant Women
Christiana Care Health Services
NCT06180811
iGlucose® Remote Patient Monitoring Device as an Adjunct to Routine Glucose Meter Devices for Glycemic Management and Control in Gestational Diabetes
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
NCT04206748
Single vs Multi-Dose Insulin for Glycemic Control (SUGAR)
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
NCT07171684
GDM: Insulin with or Without Metformin?
University of Virginia
NCT06781775
Preventing T2DM After GDM With Immediate Postpartum Screening
University of Massachusetts, Worcester
NCT06457139
A Randomized Controlled Trial of Diabetes Screening Immediately Postpartum (DIP) and Follow Up PP CARE
Ohio State University
NCT05909046
Preventing Obstetric Complications With Dietary Intervention
Medical College of Wisconsin
NCT06320054
Evaluating the Efficacy of GPT-based Nutrition and Diabetic Counseling in Gestational Diabetes Management: A Randomized Controlled Trial (AIM-GDM)
Montefiore Medical Center
NCT06582719
Glucose Empowerment Through Monitoring and Social Support in Pregnancy
Tufts Medical Center
NCT07009704
Relationship Between Aspirin Metabolism and Markers of Metabolic Dysfunction Among Pregnant Persons at Risk of Pre-eclampsia
University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine
NCT06802861
Nutrition Optimization and Community Upliftment for Postpartum Recovery
Johns Hopkins University
NCT06445530
Role of ET-1, Physical Activity, and Sedentary Behavior in Microvascular Dysfunction Following GDM
Anna Stanhewicz, PhD
NCT06547619
Pregnancy and Postpartum CGM in GDM
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT07174245
Role of NADPH Oxidase in Microvascular Dysfunction Following GDM
Anna Stanhewicz, PhD
NCT05946798
Growth Hormone Resistance of Beta-cells
University of Missouri-Columbia
NCT06571487
Metformin for the Treatment of Microvascular Dysfunction After Gestational Diabetes
Anna Stanhewicz, PhD
NCT05917587
Oxidative Stress in Microvascular Dysfunction Following Gestational Diabetes
Anna Stanhewicz, PhD
NCT05946785
Early Investigation of Glucose Monitoring After Gestational Diabetes Pilot
Ohio State University
NCT06184373
Exenatide Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics in Gestational Diabetes
Maisa N. Feghali, MD
NCT05482789
Glycemic Observation and Metabolic Outcomes in Mothers and Offspring
Northwestern University
NCT04860336
Dilapan-S®: A Multicenter US E-registry
Medicem Technology s.r.o.
NCT04451109
Group Versus Traditional Prenatal Care for Diabetes
Washington University School of Medicine
NCT03301792
Diabetes Prevention Strategies in Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)
Kaiser Permanente
NCT01344278
Fasting Versus Fed: Effect of Oral Intake Prior to the Glucose Tolerance Test in Pregnancy
Stanford University
NCT04547023
Oral Glucose Tolerance Testing After Gestational Diabetes
MetroHealth Medical Center
NCT02082301
A Study on the Use of Real -Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring (RT-CGM) in Gestational Diabetes
University of Washington
NCT04803357
Randomized Trial to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Nurse Case Management
Johns Hopkins University
NCT00295256
Diabetes Group Prenatal Care
Washington University School of Medicine
NCT02444325
Soy Supplementation and Gestational Diabetes
University of Massachusetts, Boston
NCT02806739
SWEET: Postpartum Navigation After GDM
Northwestern University
NCT04583839
Magnesium Supplementation in the Second Trimester of Pregnancy to Overweight and Obese Individuals
University of California, Los Angeles
NCT01510665
Safety and Efficacy of Insulin Aspart vs. Regular Human Insulin in Gestational Diabetes
Novo Nordisk A/S
NCT00065130
Maternal Health Diabetes Prevention Study
Tulane University
NCT05343494
Postpartum Weight Loss and Exercise (PRIDE)
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
NCT01296516
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 5 |
| Phase 2 | 1 |
| Phase 3 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 3 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Gestational Diabetes Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 42 US studies indexed under Gestational Diabetes, and 27 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 64% 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 Gestational Diabetes shows 4 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 6 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 Gestational Diabetes is led by Anna Stanhewicz, PhD with 4 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 42 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 Gestational Diabetes?
PlainTrial tracks 42 US clinical trials for Gestational Diabetes, of which 27 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Gestational Diabetes?
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.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.