The Elm

Help us study how GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Trulicity, Wegovy, etc.) affect blood flow in the eye and throughout the body. Your participation will help us understand the effects of these commonly used diabetes and weight-loss medications on the eye and overall vascular health.

Study Snapshot: 5 visits total

• Pre-treatment
• 1 week after starting treatment 
• 1 month after treatment 
• 3 months after treatment
• 6 months starting treatment

Part 1: Pictures of eye circulation
Part 2: Pictures of eye structure
Part 3: Nailfold Imaging

Study duration: 1.5 to 2 hours

Compensation: $250 ($50 gift card per visit)

Parking and Transportation Included

Eligibility

Must Be:

• Age 18 and older
• Starting treatment with GLP-1 receptor agonist

 Must Not Have:

• Ocular diseases or surgeries that interfere with imaging
• Known problems with your optic nerve
• Pregnant
• Adverse reaction to dilation

Where:

University of Maryland Eye Associates
419 W. Redwood St. #420, Baltimore, MD 21201

Contact: eyeresearch@som.umaryland.edu | 667-214-1463
Principal Investigator: Dr. Osamah Saeedi