Dr. med. Bastian Kirsch
Principal Investigator
Medical progress begins with people who take part.
At the Cologne-Dünnwald study centre we have been conducting international clinical trials for over three decades — with experienced investigators, state-of-the-art diagnostics and care that puts patients first.
Study Centre Cologne-Dünnwald Clinical research with heart
Research you
can be part of.
We focus on four areas — obesity, metabolism, respiratory conditions and prevention. Is one of these areas relevant for you? Get in touch.
What we focus on.
Obesity
- Latest-generation weight-loss injections
- Tablet therapy (orforglipron)
Metabolism
- High cholesterol
- Lipoprotein(a)
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Respiratory system
- COPD
- Bronchitis
Prevention
- Vaccination
- DiGA (digital health apps)
Taking part in a study is always voluntary. We take the time to explain everything and answer your questions openly and calmly — with no pressure at all. Participation aims to benefit your treatment; we are happy to discuss the details in a personal consultation.
Three decades of experience
in clinical research.
36years
at the Cologne-Dünnwald site
200+
completed clinical studies
5rooms
consultations, lab, patient lounge
2labs
on-site + partner Wisplinghoff
Rooms & laboratory
- Five spacious rooms for consultations & treatments
- Two on-site labs plus external partner laboratory
- Deep-freeze units −20 °C and −70 °C
- Centrifuge room with cooling facility
Certified equipment
- 12-lead ECG & long-term ECG
- Spirometer for pulmonary function tests
- Blood-pressure & long-term cardiac-rhythm devices
- Bicycle ergometer for stress diagnostics
Care & emergency
- General medical practice on-site
- Affiliation with Klinikum Holweide & Merheim
- Klinikum Leverkusen in immediate proximity
- Imaging & functional diagnostics
Experienced investigators
and study nurses.
Responsible for conducting our clinical studies — with deep expertise and personal support from the first enquiry through to follow-up care.
Gemeinschaftspraxis Köln-Dünnwald
Directly connected to our study centre — ensuring safe and timely medical care for all patients and participants.
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HAND — Clinical Research
Our partner for clinical research. The HAND network connects study centres across Germany into a high-performance research infrastructure.
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about your participation.
Are you considering taking part in a study, or do you have questions about eligibility and the process? We are happy to help — by phone, email or in person.