πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2026-08-25

The Glaucoma and Retinopathy Screening Study (NCT06882356)

The Glaucoma and Retinopathy Screening Study (GRaSS)

🟒 Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic βš™οΈ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a new screening approach including an artificial intelligence algorithm that analyzes fundus photographs, measurement of eye pressure and visual field testing works to screen for glaucoma. Participants will: Have an image of their fundus (back of the eye) taken as part of their diabetic eye screening Have a measurement of their eye pressure If needed, have a test of their side vision using a headset

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Massachusetts General Hospital Internal Medicine Associates β€” Boston, Massachusetts

Age range: 40 Years

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (7 Sites)

  • Massachusetts General Hospital Internal Medicine Associates β€” Boston, Massachusetts
  • Brigham and Women's Primary Care Associates of Longwood β€” Boston, Massachusetts
  • Massachusetts General Hospital Broadway Primary Care-Revere β€” Boston, Massachusetts
  • MGH Chelsea HealthCare Center β€” Chelsea, Massachusetts
  • NSPG Lynn β€” Lynn, Massachusetts
  • NSPG Salem β€” Salem, Massachusetts
  • NSPG Saugus β€” Saugus, Massachusetts

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (617) 573-3094

Email: grass@mgb.org

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA Β§ 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
πŸ›οΈ View Official NIH Record β†—