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, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Philadelphia
- NCT06982521RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drug combinations for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests two different combinations of medicines for people with a certain type of advanced breast cancer (HR-positive, HER2-negative) that has a specific gene change called PIK3CA. The goal is to see which combination is better at slowing down the cancer.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT07291037RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing a new drug to standard chemo for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug called datopotamab deruxtecan against a standard chemotherapy (docetaxel) for people with a certain type of advanced lung cancer (non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer) that has already been treated. The new drug targets a protein called TROP2 found on cancer cells, which may help slow or stop the cancer's growth.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT07566156RecruitingPhase 3
New drug combination vs. radiation for bladder cancer preservation
This trial tests whether two drugs (enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab) work better than radiation with chemotherapy for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. The goal is to treat your cancer while keeping your bladder instead of removing it.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT07225920Enrolling by invitation
Understanding needs of older patients before cancer treatment
This study talks with older adults, their caregivers, and healthcare providers to learn what help and support older patients need before starting cancer treatment. The goal is to better understand these needs so clinics can offer the right support.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT05006482RecruitingPhase 3
Geriatric education and care support for older cancer survivors
This study tests whether a structured health education and “older adult care” approach—done with your oncology team—can improve support for people after cancer. It includes older cancer survivors and a chosen caregiver, using in-person or video visits for follow-up.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT06412029Enrolling by invitation
Improving social needs screening in community cancer clinics
This study aims to help community cancer clinics find better ways to ask patients about their social needs, like food, housing, or transportation. Researchers will work with clinic staff and patients to improve how these screenings happen.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT07060807RecruitingPhase 3
Patritumab deruxtecan for advanced breast cancer
This study tests an investigational drug called patritumab deruxtecan for people with a certain type of advanced breast cancer that is hormone receptor-positive and HER2-negative. The drug targets a protein called HER3, which is common on these cancer cells, and may slow or shrink the cancer when previous treatments have stopped working.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT06875310RecruitingPhase 3
Study of adagrasib plus pembrolizumab plus chemotherapy for KRAS G12C lung cancer
This trial tests if adding the targeted drug adagrasib to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy helps people with a specific KRAS G12C mutation in non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has spread. It is for people who have not had previous treatment for advanced disease.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT05270213RecruitingPhase 1
RBS2418 for advanced cancers after standard treatments
This early-phase study tests RBS2418 in people with advanced, metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatment. It aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors or help control disease, and to learn what doses are safest.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT07063745RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing a new drug combo for advanced lung cancer with a specific gene change
This trial tests a new drug called Navlimetostat combined with pembrolizumab and chemotherapy versus a placebo with the same standard treatments. It is for people with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific missing gene (MTAP deletion) and who have not had prior treatment for their advanced disease.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT07154290RecruitingPhase 2
Ubamatamab with or without REGN7075 for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new targeted therapy (ubamatamab) alone or with another drug (REGN7075) for people with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has gotten worse after standard treatment. It aims to see if targeting MUC16, a substance found on some cancer cells, can help control the cancer.
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT07261631RecruitingPhase 1
A study of a new radioactive drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new radioactive drug called [177Lu]Lu-DFC413 for people with certain advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to target cancer cells with a specific marker seen on a special scan.
Princeton, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07311993RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CLR 125 for triple negative breast cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called CLR 125 in people with triple negative breast cancer that has worsened after at least one prior treatment. It aims to see if the drug is safe and how it affects the cancer.
Princeton, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07278479RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of a targeted radiation therapy for small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug called MP0712 that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells that have a marker called DLL3. It is for people with small cell lung cancer or other solid tumors that express DLL3, whose cancer has come back after prior treatments.
Princeton, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07040891Recruiting
Testing a program to boost breast cancer trial talks
This study is testing a program called 'Just ASK' that helps cancer care teams talk to patients about clinical trials. The researchers want to see if the program increases how often patients discuss and consider joining a breast cancer trial.
Plainsboro, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06072612RecruitingPhase 3
Bria-IMT plus CPI vs standard care for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two immunotherapy drugs (Bria-IMT and a checkpoint inhibitor) against your doctor's choice of standard treatments. It is for people with advanced breast cancer that has spread and who have already tried several prior therapies.
Flemington, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06712355RecruitingPhase 3
Testing an experimental drug with chemo for newly diagnosed extensive-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests an investigational drug called BNT327, given with standard chemotherapy, for people newly diagnosed with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if adding this drug improves outcomes compared to chemotherapy alone.
Fountain Hill, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06793215RecruitingPhase 3
Divarasib plus pembrolizumab for KRAS G12C lung cancer
This trial compares a new targeted drug (divarasib) combined with an immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) versus standard chemotherapy plus immunotherapy for people with advanced lung cancer that has a specific KRAS G12C mutation. It aims to see if the new combination works better and is safe.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07143487Recruiting
Family communication after genetic testing for colon cancer
This trial studies how patients with newly diagnosed colon cancer share genetic test results with their family members. It aims to improve communication and support after learning about hereditary risk.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04575935RecruitingPhase 3
Minimally invasive surgery after chemotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial studies whether doing surgery using smaller incisions after chemotherapy works as well as a more traditional approach for certain people with stage IIIC–IV ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. It may help reduce surgical trauma while aiming for effective tumor removal.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06819007RecruitingPhase 3
Study of trastuzumab deruxtecan plus bevacizumab for HER2-positive ovarian cancer
This trial tests whether adding trastuzumab deruxtecan to standard maintenance therapy with bevacizumab works better than bevacizumab alone for people with advanced ovarian cancer that has the HER2 protein. It is for those who have finished initial chemotherapy plus bevacizumab and are now starting maintenance treatment.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06623422RecruitingPhase 3
Vaccine plus Keytruda for lung cancer after surgery
This trial tests combining a cancer vaccine (V940) with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for people with non-small cell lung cancer that was treated with chemo and Keytruda before surgery but wasn't completely removed. The goal is to see if adding the vaccine helps prevent the cancer from coming back.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03866382RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus a targeted drug for rare genitourinary tumors
This Phase 2 study tests whether nivolumab and ipilimumab (immunotherapy drugs) plus cabozantinib (a targeted anti-cancer drug) can shrink or control rare cancers of the urinary/reproductive system that have spread. It may help by boosting the immune system and blocking cancer growth signals at the same time.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04205968RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ramucirumab with chemo for advanced small bowel cancer
This trial studies whether adding ramucirumab to chemotherapy (either paclitaxel or FOLFIRI) works better for advanced small bowel adenocarcinoma that has already been treated with certain prior medicines. It may help shrink tumors or slow cancer growth in people whose cancer has progressed.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
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Cancer trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Philadelphia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Helen F Graham Cancer Center · 3 studies
- Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg · 3 studies
- Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest · 3 studies
- Medical Oncology Hematology Consultants PA · 3 studies
- St. Luke's University Health Network · 3 studies
- United Theranostics · 3 studies
- Christiana Care Health System-Christiana Hospital · 2 studies
- Medical Oncology Hematology Consultants · 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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