Clinical trials · Los Angeles, CA
Cancer clinical trials in Los Angeles
We’re tracking 1,000 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Los Angeles — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Los Angeles
- NCT05059444Recruiting
Blood test to catch cancer early after treatment
This study looks for signs of cancer left in the body after treatment using a simple blood test (called a liquid biopsy). It aims to see if the test can catch cancer that might come back earlier than regular scans.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04049214Recruiting
Mindfulness program during breast cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a structured mindfulness program before and after breast cancer surgery can reduce stress and improve how patients feel and cope. You may be offered mindfulness materials to use around the time of your operation.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05303532Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Continue durvalumab after finishing a prior cancer study
This study lets people who already finished (or can no longer continue) an earlier AstraZeneca cancer treatment study keep receiving durvalumab. It tests whether continuing the same kind of treatment on a regular schedule can help keep your cancer under control.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT07061769Enrolling by invitation
Using a gentle head device to help with nerve pain from chemo
This trial tests a low-intensity cranial PEMF device to see if it can reduce nerve pain caused by chemotherapy. Participants use the device at home and receive text messages to track their symptoms.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT05317858RecruitingPhase 3
Open the brain’s blood barrier to treat lung cancer brain spots
This trial tests whether using focused ultrasound to temporarily open the brain’s blood barrier—plus standard immune therapy—can better treat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that has spread to the brain. It aims to help medicines reach the brain tumor spots more effectively, while still using the usual lung cancer treatment.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT06673017RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new treatment for pancreatic cancer before surgery
This trial tests a new treatment, PTM-101, placed during a laparoscopy procedure for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed with surgery. It aims to see if adding this treatment before standard chemotherapy helps improve outcomes.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06771219RecruitingPhase 1
Testing SLV-154 for advanced cancers
This trial tests a new drug called SLV-154 for people whose advanced cancer has not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if SLV-154 can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT07344220Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Maintenance therapy study for stable metastatic pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new drug, DZ-002, as maintenance therapy for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer whose disease has not worsened after at least 4 months of first-line chemotherapy. The goal is to help keep the cancer under control with fewer side effects.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06624644RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
LNS8801 with or without pembrolizumab for advanced melanoma
This trial tests a new drug called LNS8801, alone or with pembrolizumab, for people with advanced melanoma that has stopped responding to prior treatments, especially anti-PD-1 therapy.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07226180Enrolling by invitation
Building models from your tumor to guide treatment
This trial takes a small sample of your tumor to grow a model in the lab. This model helps doctors test which treatments might work best for you.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06774963RecruitingPhase 1
Study of LNCB74 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called LNCB74 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06993844RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ETX-636 for advanced solid tumors with PIK3CA mutation
This trial tests an experimental drug called ETX-636 in people whose cancer has a specific gene change (PIK3CA mutation) and has not responded to at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06084416RecruitingPhase 1
Pill study for advanced ovarian cancer that resists chemo
This trial tests an experimental drug called sovilnesib (taken as a pill) for people with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer that has stopped responding to platinum chemo. The goal is to see if this drug can shrink or slow the cancer.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05872295RecruitingPhase 1
Study drug for HER2-positive advanced cancers
This Phase 1 trial tests IKS014 to see how safe it is and how well it works in advanced solid tumors that have HER2. You may be eligible if your tumor is HER2-positive (including certain “low HER2” types) and your body’s blood counts and organ function are strong enough.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04184973Recruiting
Testing a colon bypass device during colorectal cancer surgery
This trial studies a device (CG-100) placed inside the bowel to see if it can improve safety and outcomes during surgery for colorectal cancer. You would be asked to follow extra study check-ins after your operation, and the team would monitor whether the device works as intended.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 22–70 - NCT05887609RecruitingPhase 2
Maintenance treatment for FRalpha-positive ovarian or endometrial cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests a combination of two medicines (mirvetuximab soravtansine and olaparib) as ongoing “maintenance” treatment after your best response to prior platinum chemotherapy. It may help keep cancer from growing longer in certain women whose tumors strongly match a specific marker (FRalpha).
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT04700332RecruitingPhase 2
Test of PyL PET/CT for high-risk or returning prostate cancer
This Phase 2 study checks how well a scan called PyL PET/CT can help find prostate cancer that is high-risk or has come back by blood test. The goal is to improve how doctors detect spread and guide the next treatment steps.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05456841Recruiting
Empathic communication training for lung cancer care
This trial tests whether training healthcare providers in empathetic communication improves their interactions with people receiving lung cancer care. You may be invited because your doctor’s clinic is participating and you meet the patient and language requirements.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT06706076RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Experimental pill for lung cancer with EGFR or HER2 changes
This study tests an experimental pill that targets cancer cells with certain gene changes (EGFR or HER2). It may help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07303816RecruitingPhase 4
Can statins prevent blood clots in cancer patients?
This trial tests whether a daily statin (rosuvastatin) can help prevent dangerous blood clots in people with advanced cancer who are starting new cancer therapy. It is for those at medium or high risk for clots, based on a simple risk score.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06338475Recruiting
Support program for Latino young adults with cancer
This trial tests a support program designed to help Latino and Hispanic young adults cope with the challenges of cancer. It focuses on reducing distress and helping you move toward your goals.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–39 - NCT06824467RecruitingPhase 3
Maintenance Therapy Study for Recurrent Ovarian Cancer
This study tests a new maintenance treatment (sacituzumab tirumotecan) versus standard care for people with ovarian cancer that has come back after responding to platinum-based chemotherapy. The goal is to see if it can keep the cancer from growing longer and improve quality of life.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06457503RecruitingPhase 4
Toripalimab plus chemo for advanced nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin and gemcitabine) can help people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has come back or spread. It is for those who haven't yet received other treatments for this advanced stage.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT07581184RecruitingPhase 1
Targeted Radioactive Therapy for Advanced Prostate Cancer
This Phase 1 trial tests a new radioactive treatment called [225Ac]Ac-AKY-2519 in men with advanced prostate cancer that has spread and stopped responding to hormone therapy. The drug carries radioactivity directly to cancer cells to try to shrink tumors and slow disease progression.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Cancer trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Los Angeles
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian · 13 studies
- University of California, Irvine · 3 studies
- City of Hope Lennar
- City of Hope Lennar Foundation Cancer Center ( Site 0024)
- City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center
- Hoag Health Center Newport Beach
- Hoag Hospital Irvine
- Hoag Spine Institute
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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting cancer studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials near Los Angeles?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 1,000 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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