MNGI Digestive Health is committed to improving digestive healthcare through clinical research. Dr. Ibrahim Hanouneh leads our Clinical Research Team, which includes experienced gastroenterologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, research coordinators, and research assistants dedicated to conducting studies safely and ethically.
We conduct research studies for a variety of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions to help improve treatments, patient care, and quality of life. Patients who participate in clinical research at MNGI receive regular medical care and are closely monitored throughout the study.
What is a Clinical Study?
A clinical study is research that helps doctors learn more about health conditions, treatments, medical devices, and procedures.
One type of clinical study is called a clinical trial. Clinical trials involve volunteers who participate in carefully planned studies to evaluate new treatments, medications, devices, or procedures. These studies help researchers determine whether new approaches are safe and effective.
Why Do People Participate in Clinical Research?
People choose to participate in clinical research for many reasons. Some may gain access to new treatments that are not yet widely available. Others participate to help improve medical care for future patients.
Participants also work closely with experienced healthcare professionals throughout the study process.
Who Can Participate?
Each clinical trial has specific guidelines that determine who may qualify to participate. Qualifications may include factors such as age, medical history, symptoms, current medications, or previous treatments.
Most clinical research studies at MNGI require participants to be 18 years or older unless the study is specifically designed for pediatric patients.
Enrolling in a Research Trial
MNGI is currently conducting investigational drug trials for patients with a variety of GI conditions.
If you are interested in learning more about enrollment or participation in a clinical trial, please select a GI condition from the list below and complete the inquiry form. A member of MNGI’s Research Department will contact you as soon as possible.
Is Participation Voluntary?
Yes. Participation in clinical research is completely voluntary. You may choose not to participate or leave a study at any time.
Your decision about participating in research will not affect the care you receive at MNGI Digestive Health.
Learn More About Research Trials
Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Set up a time to chat with a member of our research team and explore opportunities that may be right for you. Our online scheduling platform makes it easy to connect, ask questions, and better understand what participation involves—all at a time that works for your schedule. Click here to book your conversation!
Current Studies
- Celiac Disease
- Cirrhosis
- Crohn's Disease
- Eosinophilic Esophagus (EoE)
- Erosive Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Gastritis
- Gastroparesis
- Iron deficiency anemia
- MASLD
- NASH
- Non-Erosive Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- PBC and PSC
- Pediatric Constipation
- Pediatric Crohn's Disease
- Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Pediatric Ulcerative Colitis
- Pediatric IBS-D
- Recurrent C-Diff (Clostridium Difficile)
- Ulcerative Colitis
If you have any questions, please contact our Research Department at (612) 870-5599.