Three decades of clinical research in Cologne.
For over three decades we have been conducting international clinical studies at the Cologne-Dünnwald site — embedded within our own general medical practice and a capable research network.
The Centre for Clinical Research Cologne-Dünnwald is an owner-run institution with a focus on metabolic diseases, respiratory conditions and vaccine studies.
We work with national and international sponsors — from scientifically driven Phase II research through to large Phase IV observational studies. As part of the HAND research network we are connected with study sites across Germany.
What sets us apart
Experience
More than 200 completed clinical studies since founding.
Personal support
A dedicated team of investigators and study nurses.
On-site practice
Short routes between the study and routine care.
Verified safety
Studies conducted in accordance with ICH-GCP, approved by the ethics committee.
Our mission
We understand clinical research as a collaborative effort between the research centre and study participants — as equals, with time for your questions.
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.
- 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
- 12-lead ECG & long-term ECG
- Spirometer for pulmonary function tests
- Blood-pressure & long-term cardiac-rhythm devices
- Bicycle ergometer for stress diagnostics
- General medical practice on-site
- Affiliation with Klinikum Holweide & Merheim
- Klinikum Leverkusen in immediate proximity
- Imaging & functional diagnostics
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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