Lupus Clinical Trials

Take Part in Advancing Care for Lupus

Actinic Keratosis clinical study in Bowling Green KY

What Is Lupus?

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue, leading to inflammation in different parts of the body. It can affect the joints, skin, kidneys, brain, and other organs, and symptoms often come and go in periods known as flares.

Common symptoms may include joint pain, fatigue, skin rashes, and sensitivity to sunlight. Lupus is also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the most common form of the condition. Because lupus can present differently from person to person, managing it often requires ongoing care and regular evaluation.

How You Can Help Advance Lupus Care

Lupus varies widely from person to person, which makes it difficult to fully understand and manage with a single approach. Ongoing research continues to explore how symptoms develop, how flares occur, and how different approaches may support daily life.

Clinical trials are designed to evaluate investigational approaches that may help improve how lupus is managed. By taking part in a research study, individuals contribute to a broader understanding of the condition and help support the development of future care options.

At Equity Medical, lupus clinical trials are overseen by board-certified rheumatologists. Participation is designed to be guided and straightforward, so you can move through each step with clarity.

Male patient with redness on cheeks and under eyes, illustrating lupus symptoms and access to lupus clinical trials across the US with Equity Medical

You May Be Eligible If You:

  • Have been diagnosed with lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
  • Experience symptoms such as fatigue, joint pain, or skin rashes
  • Notice flares or changes in symptoms over time
  • Are interested in learning more about your options

Submitting your information does not enroll you in a clinical trial. A member of our team will follow up to review your history and determine whether a current opportunity may be appropriate for you.

Why Join a Lupus Clinical Trial

  • Immediate appointments and direct access to your doctor in between visits
  • Free medical evaluation and no insurance required
  • If qualified to participate, compensation may be provided for study-related time and travel
  • Participation in a clinical trial is completely voluntary

Why Participants Choose Equity Medical

Lupus can be unpredictable, with symptoms that shift over time and affect daily life in different ways. At Equity Medical, participants have access to an environment focused on advancing care for complex autoimmune conditions like lupus, where new approaches are continuously being explored.

The experience is designed to feel thoughtful and patient-centered, giving you the opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and better understand what options may be available to you. For many, it’s a chance to take a more active role in navigating a condition that often feels uncertain.

Our Locations

Equity Medical offers access to clinical trials across multiple locations, helping individuals find research opportunities closer to home.

New York

  • New York, NY
  • Bronx, NY

Kentucky

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • Owensboro, KY (Coming Soon)

Tennessee

  • Nashville, TN (Coming Soon)
Doctor reviewing information with patient during consultation for lupus clinical trials, representing nationwide access through Equity Medical

Interested in Lupus Clinical Trials?

If you have been diagnosed with lupus and would like to learn more about what may be available to you, you can share your information with our team. A member of our staff will follow up to answer your questions and discuss next steps.