Research and Development

Research initiatives at Carilion Clinic are patient-centered. Here, participating patients, their care teams, and our researchers work together to develop new medicines, innovative devices, and advanced procedures. Explore more than 135 clinical trials in more than a dozen different clinical s...

Clinical Trials

Participate in clinical research

Clinical research helps advance healthcare by evaluating new treatments, therapies, medical devices, and approaches to patient care. By participating in a clinical trial, you may have access to new treatments while helping improve care for others in the future.

Depending on the study, participants may have access to new therapies, medications, or medical devices before they become widely available. Every study also helps researchers learn more about how to improve patient care.

Research areas

Carilion conducts clinical trials across 18 medical specialties. Research opportunities may include new medications, medical devices, and treatment approaches in areas such as cancer, heart and vascular care, neuroscience, pediatrics, surgery, and many other specialties.

Interested in participating?

Explore our current studies and learn whether you may qualify for a clinical trial.

Learn more about clinical trails

Rewards of Research video series

Our Rewards of Research video series features examples of how clinical trials connect the community with research opportunities.

Services and Resources

Services provided

Click below to learn more about the services we provide.

Research and grant application

To submit a research and grant application, click below.

Research and grant application

Educational resources

Need help navigating research or QA/QI processes at Carilion?

This new tool will provide as much or as little information and support as you want, based on questions you answer. In addition, you can track your progress and associated costs, and receive a PDF summary.

This figure presents an overview of the process, and we invite you to visit MyProjectPath for more in-depth information tailored to your specific project. Please contact HART@carilionclinic.org with questions.

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Research disclosure information

In accordance with regulatory requirements, this web page provides public access to information pertaining to conflicts of interest (COIs) of externally funded or supported research.

The information on this web page will remain available for three (3) years after its most recent update. Information provided will include:

  1. The Covered Individual’s name
  2. The Covered Individual’s title and role with respect to the research
  3. The name of the entity in which the financial interest is held
  4. The nature of the financial interest that constitutes a financial COI
  5. The approximate value of the financial interest by range or, if the dollar value cannot be determined by reference to public prices or other reasonable measures of fair market value, a statement to that effect

A management plan is established in cooperation with the Covered Individual to address the COI per Carilion Clinic policy. The information posted on this website is derived from the management plan.

The information posted on this website is subject to updates on at least an annual basis and within 60 days of Carilion Clinic’s identification of the COI.

For more information or questions regarding any conflict of interest disclosures, please contact the Organizational Integrity and Compliance office at compliance@carilionclinic.org or 540-510-4573. 

Research Day

Celebrating discovery, innovation, and collaboration

Research Day is an annual forum that brings together researchers, clinicians, educators, and students to showcase the innovative work taking place across our hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and communities.

The event highlights research studies, clinical case reports, quality improvement initiatives, and other scholarly activities that help advance healthcare and improve patient outcomes.

Presentation opportunities

Research Day features presentations from residents, fellows, faculty, staff, medical students, and research collaborators. Participants share insights into the development, implementation, and impact of their projects while fostering collaboration across disciplines.

Presentation opportunities may include:

  • Research studies
  • Clinical case reports
  • Quality improvement projects
  • Community-based research
  • Translational science initiatives
  • Healthcare innovation projects

Collaborative partners

Research Day is made possible through the partnership of:

  • Carilion Clinic Research and Development
  • Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
  • Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC
  • Radford University Carilion

Join us

Whether presenting research or exploring the work of colleagues, Research Day provides an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and celebrate the spirit of discovery that drives innovation throughout our organization.

Stay tuned for upcoming Research Day information

Research Day for 2026 was held on April 21. Information about future events, including registration, abstract submission, presentation opportunities, and event highlights, will be shared as it becomes available.

Fast Facts

Advancing research through growth and expansion

At Carilion Clinic, we base everything we do on 3 pillars: patient care, education, and research. Together, our commitment to these equally vital areas helps us reach our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve.

Research fast facts
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Research Partners

Virginia Tech Carilion Research and Education

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All research programs have at least one Carilion Clinic employee as the principal investigator. Collaboration is critical to providing the most advanced opportunities for scientific discoveries. 

 

 

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Research Publications

Visit the PubMed site to view recent research publications.