The Columbia University Department of Otolaryngology is interested in understanding altered flavor perception through the Cognitive Flavor Assessment Protocol (CFAP), a novel multisensory diagnostic and training framework that links smell and taste function to cognitive and emotional health. You can participate in this study if you are an adult between 18…
We are doing this study to evaluate the real-world use of the Paradise Ultrasound Renal Denervation System indicated for patients who are unable to lower their blood pressure with lifestyle changes and medication. This is an FDA approved device. Involvement in the study is expected to last approximately 60 months. Patients will be asked to collect blood…
Race-Based Stress Reduction and Resilience Program for African-American Women. Join this important research study to examine the effectiveness of an eight-week stress reduction program for older African-American women. To learn more contact 347-978-2871 or son_RiSEstudy@cumc.columbia.edu. Study Requirements: African-American female between 50-75 years old,…
The measurement of blood pressure used to determine if a person has high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) and whether their blood pressure is controlled while taking medications that lower blood pressure. For many people, blood pressure levels are different when measured in a provider's office versus during normal daily activities outside of…
Columbia University Medical Center is recruiting individuals ages 21-55 who are seeking treatment for alcohol problems to participate in a research study involving treatment. For your participation, you'll receive treatment with disulfiram (brand name Antabuse) at no cost. You be treated with disulfiram for approximately 13 weeks and undergo brain…
Early Age-Related Hearing Loss Investigation (EARHLI) is a study to obtain information on how a hearing aid-based intervention can prevent cognitive decline in those at risk for Alzheimer's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease Related Dementias (AD/ADRD). Age-related hearing loss (ARHL) is the third most common chronic condition in older adults. The…
We are currently looking for adult patients who have undergone successful treatment of their obstructive sleep apnea with a hypoglossal nerve stimulator implant (i.e. Inspire therapy). Participants should be willing to participate in at-home sleep studies and come to Columbia University Irving Medical Center for at least 2 study visits. Participants will…
The Columbia Otolaryngology Department is interested in understanding how sense of smell relates to memory and neurocognition. Participation will involve answering a series of questionnaires, completing a formal evaluation of your smell with standardized measurements, and complete short smell and memory games. You can participate in this study if you are…
The Columbia Otolaryngology Department is interested in understanding the intersection of vaping, smell, and taste and their impact on individuals' preferences for certain flavors. Participation will involve answering a series of questionnaires in addition to completing a formal evaluation of your smell and taste with standardized measurements. You can…
Our research team at Columbia University is trying to understand the impact of COVID-19 on smell and taste (chemosensory) dysfunction among adult patients from the Greater New York City area. Current areas of study include: 1) Investigation of smell and taste recovery patterns among patients with COVID-19; 2) Studies on how recovery of smell and taste after…
The purpose of this study is to learn more about the mechanisms of hearing loss, specifically to learn how abnormalities in the brain may produce certain experiences that are common in patients with hearing loss. Individuals with hearing loss will be compared to individuals with normal hearing.
We are working with researchers at Columbia University to test whether text messaging can be used effectively to help people with hypertension to control their blood pressure. If you are between the ages of 18 and 85 years and have a cell phone, you may be eligible to participate in this study. The study would involve a telephone call that would last about…
We are conducting a research study in adults to test whether blood pressure (BP) measured in a clinic setting without a technician present is comparable to blood pressure levels while awake outside of the clinic on an Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) device. We will also test whether asleep blood pressure can be accurately determined using a home…
We are currently looking for men and non-pregnant women aged 40 years and above to participate in an at-home study on sleep and activity patterns in relation to blood pressure and blood glucose. Participants should not have critical/severe illness and should not be on dialysis or have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device. You must be willing to…
RADIANCE II is a randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled, single cohort study designed todemonstrate the effectiveness (how well it works) and safety of the Paradise Renal Denervation System in hypertensive subjects (subjects with high blood pressure).
The study has been designed to demonstrate the efficacy and safety of the Paradise Renal Denervation System when treating patients with high blood pressure known as hypertension. When blood pressure is persistently elevated and pushes against the walls of the artery over a long period of time it is known to cause Hypertension. The Paradise Renal Denervation…
Acute unilateral vestibulopathy (AUV) (previously called acute vestibular neuritis) is the third most frequent cause of peripheral vestibular vertigo, after benign paroxysmal positional vertigo and Menires disease.The goal of this study is to look at the effects of a new drug (SENS-111) in controlling the acute vertigo and other symptoms related to AUV more…
The purpose of this project is to collect more data about the safety and effectiveness of renal denervation (disabling of kidney nerves) for the treatment of uncontrolled hypertension. For therenal denervation procedure, the Vessix Renal Denervation System is used. The system consists of a catheter (a thin tube) and a radio frequency (RF) generator (power…
The purpose of this study is to find out more about how physical activity monitors can help assess patients with pulmonary hypertension. We hope to find a relationship between the data on physical activity monitors and the tests that routinely done in patients with pulmonary hypertension.
Cisplatin is a chemotherapy medicine that is used to treat a variety of cancers. At high total (cumulative) doses it can be associated with progressive and irreversible hearing loss. The purpose of this study is see if injections of OTO-104 can protect against hearing loss associated with cisplatin therapy in the treatment of cancer. OTO-104 contains an…
Acute inner ear hearing loss is the sudden onset of hearing loss, usually in one ear, without any known cause. Acute hearing loss can permanently destroy some of the hair cells (that govern the sense of hearing) and / or hearing nerve in the inner ear.The drug AM-111 has been developed to protect the hearing cells and nerve following sudden inner ear…
The purpose of this research is to find out whether it is safe to use a virus to deliver a new gene to the inner ear of people with hearing loss. This is a kind of gene therapy which involves gene transfer. Once the genetic material and vector are surgically administered to you, it is not possible to remove these agents. The study is designed to evaluate…
NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE HIV AND HAVE EVER HAD HEPATITIS C TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS STUDY!! ............... For individuals who have both HIV and Hepatitis C virus (HCV), heavy drinking poses serious risks to their health. We do not yet know which interventions are effective at helping individuals with HIV and HCV drink less. The goal of the study is to compare…
The objective of the study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the TULA System for the placement of tympanostomy tubes (ear tubes) under local anesthesia in an office/clinic setting.