Clinical trials · Los Angeles, CA
Cancer clinical trials in Los Angeles
We’re tracking 998 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Los Angeles — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Los Angeles
- NCT07564141RecruitingPhase 3
New Drug for Recurrent Ovarian Cancer After Chemotherapy
This study tests a new medicine called Rina-S (with or without a blood vessel-blocking drug) compared to standard chemotherapy options for ovarian cancer that has come back after initial treatment. The goal is to see if Rina-S works better and is safer than current standard care.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07226544RecruitingPhase 2
Ivonescimab before surgery for high-risk kidney cancer
This trial tests giving the drug ivonescimab before surgery for patients with high-risk clear cell kidney cancer. The goal is to see if it can help shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07224815Recruiting
DNA markers to predict chemo response in advanced colon cancer
This study uses a blood test to look for specific DNA changes that may help predict how well chemotherapy works in people with metastatic colorectal cancer. The goal is to find markers that could guide future treatment decisions.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07224841Recruiting
Blood test to predict targeted therapy response in colorectal cancer
This study is developing a blood test that looks at DNA signals to see if certain targeted therapies will work for people with metastatic colorectal cancer. It may help doctors choose the right treatment in the future.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05406167Recruiting
Tracking quality of life during radiotherapy with a new system
This study collects information about how you feel and how treatment is delivered while you receive radiotherapy using the RefleXion Medical radiotherapy system. It may help doctors improve care and better understand what affects quality of life during treatment.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07224750Recruiting
A blood test to find early signs of gastrointestinal cancer
This study is testing a blood-based test to detect unique molecules (called miRNAs) that may signal the presence of several types of gut or digestive system cancers. The goal is to develop a simple screening tool that could catch these cancers earlier.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07484022RecruitingPhase 1
A new drug added to standard treatment for advanced bladder cancer
This trial adds an investigational drug, GB-4362, to a standard combination of two medicines (enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab) for advanced bladder cancer. The study wants to see if adding this drug is safe and helps treat the cancer better.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06675136RecruitingPhase 1
Nab-paclitaxel PIPAC with paclitaxel and ramucirumab for stomach cancer spread to belly lining
This trial tests a new way to deliver chemotherapy directly into the belly for stomach cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen (peritoneal metastases). It also combines two standard chemotherapy drugs. The goal is to see if this approach can help people whose cancer progressed after first treatment.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06366490RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized vaccine for recurrent ovarian cancer
This trial tests a personalized cancer vaccine made from your own tumor cells. It is for women with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer that has returned after at least one round of platinum chemotherapy.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06276491RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of an investigational drug for advanced cancer with the CLDN6 marker
This trial tests an investigational drug for people with advanced solid tumors, especially ovarian, fallopian tube, peritoneal, endometrial, or germ cell cancers that have a specific marker called CLDN6. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 15 years+ - NCT07218913RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a drug to reduce ear damage from chemo in testicular cancer
This trial tests whether adding Pedmark (sodium thiosulfate) to cisplatin chemotherapy can protect hearing in men with stage II or III testicular germ cell tumors. It aims to reduce the risk of drug-related ear damage while still treating the cancer.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06298916RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of 64Cu-LNTH-1363S in Sarcoma or GI Cancer
This trial tests a new imaging agent, 64Cu-LNTH-1363S, to see if it can find certain sarcomas and gastrointestinal cancers. The goal is to help doctors better see where your cancer is and plan the best treatment. You may be eligible if you have a sarcoma or a GI cancer and are willing to have a tumor tissue sample taken.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 15 years+ - NCT07535112RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for advanced colorectal cancer with KRAS G12D mutation
This trial tests an experimental drug (BAY 3771249) for people with advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and if it can help shrink tumors.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07220447RecruitingEarly Phase 1
L-Theanine for relaxation and mood in cancer survivors
This trial tests whether a natural supplement called L-theanine, found in green tea, can help cancer survivors feel more relaxed and improve their mood. You may qualify if you have finished cancer treatment, have been in surveillance for at least 6 months, and feel anxious.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05356741RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study drug VIR-5818 with and without pembrolizumab
This early trial tests whether VIR-5818 given through a vein is safe and whether it works better when combined with pembrolizumab. It’s for adults with HER2-positive cancers that are locally advanced or spread, and the study checks safety, side effects, and early signs of effect.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07126301Recruiting
Aromatherapy with essential oils for nausea and anxiety during chemotherapy
This study tests whether using essential oils (like lavender, peppermint, or ginger) can help reduce nausea and anxiety in people receiving chemotherapy that often causes these side effects. If you've had significant nausea after your last chemo session, this therapy might offer a natural way to help you feel better during upcoming treatments.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05886036RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing rituximab vs mosunetuzumab for NLPHL
This trial compares two immunotherapy drugs, rituximab and mosunetuzumab, to see which works better for people with nodular lymphocyte-predominant Hodgkin lymphoma (NLPHL) who need treatment. It's for both newly diagnosed and previously treated patients.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06179069RecruitingPhase 1
Study of ZL-1310 for small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug called ZL-1310, alone or with other treatments, for people with small cell lung cancer that has spread (extensive-stage). It aims to see if ZL-1310 can help shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05136846RecruitingPhase 1
Papaverine with chemoradiation for stage II–III lung cancer
This early-phase trial tests whether adding papaverine to standard chemoradiation can improve treatment for stage II–III non-small cell lung cancer (and some limited stage IV cases). It aims to see if the combination is safe and tolerable while targeting the cancer with radiation and chemotherapy.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06266299RecruitingPhase 1
Study of KK2269 for adults with solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called KK2269 for adults with solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective, possibly as a treatment option for certain cancers like lung or stomach cancer.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07432295RecruitingPhase 2
Givastomig plus nivolumab and chemo for advanced stomach cancer
This trial tests a new drug, givastomig, combined with standard immunotherapy (nivolumab) and chemotherapy for people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer. It is for people whose tumors have certain markers (CLDN18.2 and PD-L1) and who have not had treatment for advanced disease.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06267729RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A new cell therapy for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new cell therapy (AZD0754) for metastatic prostate cancer that has stopped responding to standard hormone therapy and chemotherapy. It’s looking for people whose cancer has gotten worse despite prior treatments, and who are still in fairly good health.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18–130 - NCT04486352RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeted therapy trial for recurrent or persistent endometrial cancer
This Phase 1/2 study tests targeted drug(s) for endometrial cancer that has come back or never fully went away after prior treatments. You may be eligible if your tumor can be tested for specific biomarkers and your health allows treatment safely.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06952660RecruitingPhase 4
Eye tests for people taking Tivdak for cervical cancer
This trial is for people with cervical cancer that has come back or spread and is getting worse after chemotherapy. It will check your eyes regularly while you take Tivdak to see how the drug affects them.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Los Angeles
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- City of Hope · 21 studies
- City of Hope at Irvine Lennar · 2 studies
- City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center · 2 studies
- City of Hope Nat Medical Ctr
- City of Hope Seacliff
- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
- I-MAB Site 1005
- Research Site
What taking part in a cancer study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
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Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials near Los Angeles?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 998 recruiting cancer studies with a site near Los Angeles, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a cancer study near Los Angeles?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Los Angeles to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Los Angeles, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a cancer trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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