Clinical trials · Philadelphia, PA
Cancer clinical trials in Philadelphia
We’re tracking 616 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Philadelphia — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Philadelphia
- NCT04871542Recruiting
Predicting risk of immune therapy side effects
This study tries to predict who is more likely to get serious side effects from immune checkpoint medicines used for solid tumors. You may help researchers by answering questionnaires before treatment and during follow-up, and by possibly storing sample specimens.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05197881Recruiting
Daily adaptive radiation for newly diagnosed cervical cancer
This study tests a radiation plan that is adjusted day by day to better match your cervix and surrounding tissues during treatment. It’s for newly diagnosed, advanced cervical cancer patients who will receive standard pelvic radiation and chemotherapy.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07419295RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug for advanced bladder cancer
This trial is for people with advanced bladder cancer (urothelial cancer) that has spread or can't be removed. It tests a new drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan against standard chemotherapy options to see if it works better.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07199517Recruiting
Helping smokers who aren't ready to quit
This study tests whether switching to a less harmful nicotine product (like a nicotine pouch or e-cigarette) can help people who are not ready to quit smoking reduce their health risks. You would be given a sample of a harm reduction product to try, and researchers will check how it affects your smoking habits.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 21 years+ - NCT07102147Recruiting
Telehealth Therapy for Lung Cancer Patients at Penn Medicine
This trial offers therapy sessions (via phone or video) for people with lung cancer who are dealing with depression, anxiety, or other emotional concerns. It's part of Penn Medicine's collaborative care program and aims to make mental health support easier to access while you are being treated for lung cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02843945RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing radiation for borderline pancreatic surgery using a tiny implant
This early trial studies whether adding targeted radiation during or around pancreatic surgery is safe and may improve outcomes for people with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer. It is mainly looking at feasibility and safety while treating close to the tumor but not spreading (no metastasis).
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07145801RecruitingPhase 2
Y-90 treatment response for liver cancer
This trial tests how well a Y-90 radiation treatment works for liver cancer that hasn't been treated before. It uses ultrasound imaging to check the response.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07501663Recruiting
Managing nerve damage from chemo in GI cancer survivors
This study tests different integrative approaches (like acupuncture or supplements) to help GI cancer survivors manage nerve damage from chemotherapy. You may be able to join if you have ongoing numbness and tingling from chemo.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03550391RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery-like brain radiation vs avoiding the memory center
This trial compares two ways of giving radiation to the brain for people with 5 or more brain metastases: focused stereotactic radiosurgery, or a whole-brain approach that tries to spare the memory area (with memantine). It aims to see which method better protects thinking and memory while still treating the tumors.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05136196RecruitingPhase 2
Cabozantinib plus nivolumab for advanced melanoma or head-neck cancer
This trial tests whether combining two immunotherapy medicines—cabozantinib and nivolumab—can shrink advanced melanoma or certain head-and-neck squamous cell cancers. It is mainly for people whose cancer has grown after prior PD-1 treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06172296RecruitingPhase 3
Dinutuximab plus transplant for high-risk neuroblastoma
This trial tests adding a targeted drug called dinutuximab to standard chemotherapy, surgery, and a stem cell transplant for children and young adults with a new diagnosis of high-risk neuroblastoma. The goal is to see if this combination helps more patients stay in remission.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 30 years - NCT03947385RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
First drug test for metastatic uveal melanoma with specific gene changes
This Phase 1/2 trial studies IDE196 in adults with metastatic uveal melanoma that has certain gene mutations or fusions. It’s mainly testing safety and correct dosing, and may help shrink tumors in patients matched to the tumor’s genetic changes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07680439RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T cell therapy study for children with DIPG brain tumor
This trial tests a new CAR T cell therapy (BCB-276) for children and young adults with a type of brain tumor called DIPG. The therapy uses your own immune cells that are specially trained to attack the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1–26 - NCT06211413Enrolling by invitation
Tracking heart issues in CLL patients on BTK inhibitors
This study watches for high blood pressure and irregular heartbeats in people with CLL who are starting a type of targeted therapy called a BTK inhibitor (acalabrutinib or zanubrutinib). Researchers will use a smartwatch and blood pressure cuff to monitor your heart health at home.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 22 years+ - NCT07417488RecruitingPhase 1
Vaccine therapy for advanced colorectal and small bowel cancer
This trial tests a vaccine therapy for people with advanced colorectal or small bowel cancer that has spread or can't be removed. The vaccine targets a protein found on cancer cells to help your immune system fight the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02471170Enrolling by invitation
Taking blood samples for pancreatic and related cancer research
This study asks people receiving care at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital to provide samples that can help researchers study tumor material. If you have pancreatic disease—or you’re getting care for something else (like a routine colonoscopy)—your samples may be used to compare findings and improve future research.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04142437Recruiting
Tracking how larotrectinib works for NTRK fusion cancers in routine care
This study follows people with cancers that have an NTRK gene fusion to learn how safe and effective larotrectinib is during everyday treatment. It may help confirm whether this medicine works well in real-world patients and side effects stay manageable.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT05024929Recruiting
Test targeted drugs to help radioactive iodine reach thyroid cancer
This study looks at whether certain cancer “targeted therapy” medicines can make radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy work better for thyroid cancer that has spread to the lungs. It also involves taking special whole-body scans to measure how much radioactive iodine gets taken up by the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges birth+ - NCT06218914RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new treatment for KRAS G12D cancers
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (called TCR-T) that targets a specific genetic change (KRAS G12D) in advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. It may be an option if your cancer has this mutation and you have a specific tissue type (HLA).
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06652347Recruiting
Older adults' views on geriatric tests for cancer treatment planning
This study asks adults aged 65 and older about their views on geriatric and functional assessments to help plan cancer treatment. It tests whether these assessments are acceptable and useful to patients.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07000084RecruitingPhase 3
Testing gemcitabine with BCG for returning bladder cancer
This trial tests whether adding a chemotherapy drug called gemcitabine to the usual BCG therapy can help prevent bladder cancer from coming back again. If you have had BCG before and your cancer returned, this study might offer a more effective treatment option.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05223803RecruitingPhase 2
Study radiation for early metastatic prostate cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests a radiation-focused approach for people with newly diagnosed (de novo) prostate cancer that has spread to a small number of spots, especially in bone. It aims to see how well the treatment controls the cancer while keeping side effects manageable.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05327686RecruitingPhase 2
Adding focused radiation to immunotherapy for kidney cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies whether adding focused, high-precision radiation to immunotherapy helps people with advanced kidney cancer (that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread). It aims to improve cancer control by combining two treatment approaches.
Camden, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT04614103RecruitingPhase 2
Immune cell therapy for advanced lung cancer after chemotherapy
This trial studies LN-145, a treatment made from your own immune cells, for metastatic (stage IV) non-small-cell lung cancer. It may help shrink tumors after your cancer has progressed despite standard first-line chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
Camden, New JerseyAges 18–70
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Where these studies are running near Philadelphia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Fox Chase Cancer Center · 5 studies
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 4 studies
- Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University · 4 studies
- Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania · 3 studies
- Helen F Graham Cancer Center · 3 studies
- Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest · 3 studies
- Medical Oncology Hematology Consultants PA · 3 studies
- Christiana Care Health System-Christiana Hospital · 2 studies
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 Philadelphia?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 616 recruiting cancer studies with a site near Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia?
- 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 Philadelphia to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Philadelphia, 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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