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Research & Clinical Trials

Our research provides advanced treatments for diseases and brings innovation to medicine.

Browse & apply for studies.

Innovation. That’s what we strive for at Avera. We invest in research and innovation because it gives us the power to provide better care to more people. Research at Avera covers a wide spectrum of areas from pharmacogenomics to applied research to the participation in cardiovascular and cancer clinical trials and population health. We have research opportunities for patients – that may benefit your own health or the health of a loved one – and research opportunities for professionals.

Cancer ResearchOur robust program ensures that you have access to the latest developments in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Avera Research InstituteThe Avera Research Institute team uses community-based research to gain insight into historically underserved populations.
Avera GeneticsAvera Genetics is home to the first and only twin register in South Dakota and offers a wide range of medical research projects.
Institutional Review BoardAvera IRB serves to protect the rights and welfare of human research subjects within the Avera system.

GeneFolio® Medication Analysis

Using pharmacogenomics, GeneFolio Medication Analysis analyzes your DNA to provide insight into how your body processes medications, so you may be able to lower your risk of unwanted side effects and, with your provider, select a medication that is optimal for you.

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Ron and Marcia Sinn

How Clinical Trial Gave Patient More Time With Family

Diagnosed with throat cancer, Ron Sinn faced losing his voice box, trying a new clinical trial and more. His wife, Marcia, tells his story.

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Clinical Trial Categories

151 Trials Cancer
1 Trial Brain Cancer
20 Trials Breast Cancer
1 Trial Cancer Registry Studies
8 Trials Colorectal Cancer
2 Trials Esophageal/Gastroesophageal Junction (GEJ)
1 Trial Genetics Studies
22 Trials Gynecologic Cancer
7 Trials Head and Neck Cancer
4 Trials Leukemia
14 Trials Lung Cancer
6 Trials Lymphoma
3 Trials Melanoma
5 Trials Multiple Myeloma
4 Trials Pancreatic Cancer
3 Trials Prostate Cancer
2 Trials Renal/Urinary Tract Cancer
2 Trials Community Health
25 Trials COVID-19
12 Trials Adult
3 Trials Pediatric
1 Trial Hypertension
6 Trials Infectious Disease
7 Trials Neurology/Neurosurgery
2 Trials Stroke
2 Trials Observational Studies
2 Trials Parkinson’s
11 Trials Pediatrics
4 Trials Pulmonology
3 Trials Women’s Health