Clinical trials Katowice - Penta Hospitals Clinical Trials

Szpital Geriatryczny im. Jana Pawła II

Szpital Geriatryczny im. Jana Pawła II (The John Paul II Geriatric Hospital) in Katowice is a specialized, third-level medical facility focused on comprehensive care for elderly patients. Thanks to modern diagnostic facilities and a highly qualified medical personnel, the hospital offers innovative treatment methods tailored to the specific needs of seniors.

A clinical trial center operating by the hospital plays a key role in developing modern therapies, allowing the clients to access treatment which has not been available on the market yet. The site actively supports medicine development in the following areas:

Geriatrics – complex diagnostics and treatment of geriatric diseases;
Diabetology – advanced methods of treating diabetes, adjusted to the needs of elderly patients;
Infectious diseases – effective diagnostics and therapy of infections of geriatric patients;
Cardiology – advanced methods of diagnosing and treating heart diseases, including specific needs of elderly patients.

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We conduct clinical trials in the following therapeutic areas:

Center Infrastructure:

We have fully equipped medical and diagnostic offices adapted to conducting studies across various specialties. We focus on patient comfort and the ergonomics of the research team’s work by providing adequate space, modern solutions, and patient safety ensured through regular equipment inspections.

Diagnostics

USG, EKG, RTG, OCT (Optyczna Koherentna Tomografia), dermatoskop, DEXA, cytoskop urologiczny, spirometr

Specjalistyczne urządzenia laboratoryjne

Specialized Laboratory Equipment

• Refrigerator with continuous temperature monitoring
• –20°C freezer with continuous temperature monitoring
• 12-lead ECG
• Scale
• Height measuring device (stadiometer)
• Centrifuge
• Blood pressure monitor
• Thermometers for measuring patient body temperature
• Thermometers for continuous monitoring of medication storage temperature (2–25°C)

W pełni wyposażone gabinety lekarskie i diagnostyczne

Fully Equipped Medical and Diagnostic Offices

Adapted for conducting studies across various specialties. We focus on patient comfort and the ergonomics of the research team’s work by providing adequate space and modern solutions.

Modern Consultation Rooms

for physicians and patients

Dedicated Pharmacy Department

meets the highest standards for drug storage and preparation. Thanks to a laminar airflow hood, we can safely prepare biological products, and restricted access to the Investigational Product ensures full control over research products.

The center meets the highest storage standards, and restricted access to the Investigational Product ensures full control over research products. All facilities are adapted to the requirements of GCP (Good Clinical Practice)–compliant clinical trials and provide comfort and safety for participants.

Our specialists:

Our personnel includes experienced specialists who combine clinical knowledge with literacy in executing clinical trials compliant to GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and international standards.

Doctors

Specializing in geriatrics, diabetology, and cardiology.

Coordinators

clinical trial coordinators with many years of experience in managing documentation, study schedules, and participant care;

Nurses and Pharmacists

Qualified nursing staff and pharmacists trained in clinical protocols and participant safety.

Quality Control:

Our operational structure is based on clearly defined processes that comply with international GCP standards. A strong focus on quality is the foundation of our clinical trials, ensuring full data integrity and patient safety.

Quality Specialist

Supervision of quality processes is carried out by a qualified specialist responsible for monitoring compliance with international standards, conducting internal audits, and coordinating corrective actions.

Process Management System

We implement a comprehensive process management system that enables precise mapping and monitoring of all activities related to clinical trials. This ensures full compliance with internal procedures and high operational efficiency.

Internal Training

We regularly conduct specialized quality training to ensure that all members of our team are up to date with the latest requirements and best practices in quality management.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

At Penta Hospitals Poland, every activity—regardless of its scale—is precisely defined within the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). These documents are regularly updated to meet evolving regulatory requirements, ensuring operational continuity and consistency at every stage of clinical trial execution.

The list of clinical
trials conducted at the site

Recruiting trial

Clinical trials – Demetia of an Alzheimer type with agitation

A program aimed at patients experiencing excessive agitation due to physical aggression, excessive motor activity or verbal aggression.

Neurology

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Recruiting trial

Clinical trials – Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer's disease is a degenerative brain condition whose symptoms include progressive memory and behavioural disorders that, over time, completely prevent the patient from correct functioning in everyday life.

Neurology

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Trial in progress

Obesity in cardiologically suffering patients

A condition in which excess body weight coexists with cardiovascular diseases. The coexistence of these conditions increases the risk of complications and requires a comprehensive therapeutic approach and new treatment methods.

Diabetology and metabolic diseases

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Research

How to participate
in clinical trials

Step 1

Registration

Do you want to participate in a clinical trial? It’s simple. You just need to fill in a short registration form. Our team will contact you for an initial interview to check if the trial is suitable for you. Don’t worry, we will answer all your questions!

Step 2

Appointment with a doctor

After the initial qualification, we will invite you for an appointment with a doctor conducting the trial. The doctor will be available for you to tell you more about the trail, discuss any possible doubts and check the condition of your health.
The appointment is free-of-charge and non-committal.

Step 3

Decision

You are completely free to make your own decision about participating in the trial. After the meeting, you will have time to think through all the information. If you decide to participate, we will sign suitable documents and get you ready for next steps.

Step 4

Participation in the trial

After you make a decision, the actual part of the trial starts. You can always count on our support and use regular consultations.

Clinical Trial
Coordinators
in Katowice

Katarzyna Chłapińska

Operations and Communications Manager

+48 727 600 366

katarzyna.chlapinska@pentahospitals.pl

Natalia Krawczyk

Clinical trial coordinator

+48 736 257 847

natalia.krawczyk@pentahospitals.pl

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Clinical Trials – Katowice, Poland

Szpital Geriatryczny im. Jana Pawła II

Check the location of our center

Center Infrastructure:

Diagnostics

Specialized Laboratory Equipment

Fully Equipped Medical and Diagnostic Offices

Modern Consultation Rooms

Dedicated Pharmacy Department

Our specialists:

Doctors

Coordinators

Nurses and Pharmacists

Quality Control:

Quality Specialist

Process Management System

Internal Training

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

The list of clinical trials conducted at the site

Clinical trials – Demetia of an Alzheimer type with agitation

Clinical trials – Alzheimer’s disease

Obesity in cardiologically suffering patients

Check out the studies where recruitment is still ongoing

How to participate in clinical trials

Registration

Appointment with a doctor

Decision

Participation in the trial

Clinical Trial Coordinators in Katowice

Katarzyna Chłapińska

Natalia Krawczyk

Didn’t Find a Clinical Trial You’re Interested In?

The list of clinical
trials conducted at the site

How to participate
in clinical trials

Clinical Trial
Coordinators
in Katowice

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a Clinical Trial You’re Interested In?