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Weight Management Research Program

Paratus Clinical is currently enrolling volunteers into a range of clinical trials focused on weight management and metabolic health. If you’re interested in contributing to research and exploring potential new treatment options, register your interest with our team today.

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Ages: 18+ BMI: ≥ 27.0 kg/m² No weight-loss surgery history

About Weight Management Research

Obesity is a complex, chronic health condition influenced by genetics, metabolism, lifestyle, and environmental factors. It can increase the risk of serious medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and sleep apnea. For many people, lifestyle changes alone may not be enough, which is why ongoing medical research is essential.

Our focus

At Paratus Clinical, we are supporting research into potential new treatment approaches designed to better understand and manage weight-related health conditions.

How it works

If you’re interested in contributing to medical research and learning about current studies, you can submit your details below and our team will be in touch.

Register your interest

Submit your details and we’ll contact you if a suitable weight management study becomes available.

What happens next?

  1. Enter your height and weight in the BMI calculator to see if your eligible.
  2. Complete the registration form.
  3. When a suitable study is available, our recruitment team will call for an initial phone screening.
  4. If appropriate, you’ll be invited for an in-person screening appointment with a study doctor.
  5. If you choose to proceed, you’ll review and sign an Informed Consent Form before any study procedures begin.

Participation is voluntary and you can withdraw at any time.

To see if you’re eligible for our weight loss program, please share your height and weight.

Why join a clinical trial?

Clinical research participation can help advance medical knowledge and may offer a range of practical benefits.

Access to potential new treatments

Learn about investigational options being studied under strict clinical oversight.

Support your community

Help improve future care by contributing to high-quality clinical evidence.

Medical oversight

Study doctors and nurses monitor your health throughout participation.

Reimbursement

Many studies provide reimbursement for time and travel (study-dependent).

Frequently asked questions

Answers to common questions about clinical trials and what participation involves.

What is a clinical trial?
A clinical trial is a carefully designed research study involving volunteers. Clinical trials evaluate the safety, effectiveness and potential benefits of investigational treatments, medical devices, or new approaches to healthcare. All clinical trials conducted in Australia must follow strict regulatory and ethical guidelines to protect participants.
What happens when I apply for a clinical trial?
If you’re interested in participating, the first step is to complete the registration form. When a suitable study becomes available, a member of our recruitment team will contact you by phone to conduct an initial screening. If you appear eligible, you’ll be invited to attend an in-person screening appointment where a study doctor will review your medical history, perform relevant assessments, and explain the study in detail. If you decide to proceed, you’ll sign an Informed Consent Form (ICF). Once enrolled, you’ll attend scheduled follow-up visits (which may include medical assessments, blood tests, questionnaires, and monitoring). Participation is voluntary, and you may withdraw at any time.
What is a placebo?
A placebo is an inactive treatment designed to look like the study treatment but does not contain active medication. Some studies use a placebo to help researchers compare results accurately. Not all clinical trials include a placebo. If a study involves one, this will be clearly explained during the informed consent process.
Will I definitely receive the study treatment?
Not always. Some studies randomly assign participants to receive either the investigational treatment, an existing approved treatment, or a placebo. This process is called randomisation. The study team will explain how treatment allocation works before you decide to participate.
Are there any side effects?
As with any medical treatment, investigational treatments may have potential side effects. Known risks (if any) will be explained to you before you agree to participate. Your health and safety are closely monitored throughout the study, and you can withdraw at any time.
When and how are clinical trial results shared?
After a clinical trial concludes, data collected from all participant groups is reviewed and analysed. Overall findings may be published on a public clinical trial registry (such as ClinicalTrials.gov) and/or in a peer-reviewed scientific journal. Published results are de-identified (no individual participants are named). Timelines vary and may take months to years depending on study complexity. Participants can ask the study doctor or research team whether overall results are available, and may request access to personal medical test results conducted during the study.
How is my safety protected?
All clinical trials conducted at Paratus Clinical are reviewed and approved by a Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC). Studies must comply with Australian regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. Your wellbeing is our priority throughout the study.
Who can take part in a clinical trial?
Each study has specific eligibility criteria based on factors such as age, medical history, and current health status. Our team will conduct a screening assessment to determine whether a study is suitable for you.