Clinical trials · Philadelphia, PA
Cancer clinical trials in Philadelphia
We’re tracking 615 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Philadelphia — 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 Philadelphia
- NCT07217704RecruitingPhase 3
New PET scan to find stomach or esophageal cancer spread
This trial tests a new PET scan drug (18F-FAPI) to see if it can better detect where stomach or esophageal cancer has spread. It may help doctors plan the right treatment for you.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05673018Recruiting
Galleri blood test study in Medicare patients
This study looks at how a blood test called Galleri (and also how it compares when people have not yet had it) works for older adults with Medicare. It may help find whether the test can improve cancer detection or follow-up for people who are not already in urgent cancer workups.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 50 years+ - NCT07061977RecruitingPhase 3
New cancer drug combo for advanced cervical cancer
This trial tests if giving the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab before and after standard chemoradiation works better than the standard approach for people with high-risk cervical cancer that has spread locally.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03739814RecruitingPhase 2
Test inotuzumab, blinatumomab, and possibly ponatinib for CD22 ALL
This Phase 2 study tests a combination of medicines (inotuzumab ozogamicin and blinatumomab), with or without ponatinib, for people with CD22-positive B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It aims to improve remission and control leukemia cells, including in the bone marrow.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06244771RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of a new drug for KRAS-mutated solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, FMC-376, for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. The drug may be given alone or with another medicine (pembrolizumab) to help the immune system fight the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07475806RecruitingPhase 2
Bladder-sparing drug combo for muscle-invasive bladder cancer
This study tests two drugs, enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab, to see if they can help people with muscle-invasive bladder cancer avoid removing their bladder. The drugs are given before the standard surgery to possibly shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06422806RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy plus chemo for aggressive sarcoma
This trial compares a combination of immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) plus chemotherapy (doxorubicin) versus chemotherapy alone for people with aggressive, poorly differentiated sarcomas that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if adding immunotherapy helps shrink tumors or slow their growth better than chemotherapy alone.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07391774RecruitingPhase 3
Hormone therapy with or without chemo for early breast cancer
This trial tests whether skipping chemotherapy and using only hormone therapy with a drug called ribociclib works as well as chemotherapy followed by hormone therapy with ribociclib for certain early breast cancers that have a low risk of coming back.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07437950RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing treatment lengths for venetoclax in older adults with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia
This study tests whether a shorter or longer course of the drug venetoclax works better for older adults with a type of blood cancer called acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are not healthy enough for intensive chemotherapy. The goal is to find the best treatment duration to control the cancer while reducing side effects.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 60 years+ - NCT03526835RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called petosemtamab (MCLA-158) for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The drug is designed to target and kill cancer cells. You may be able to participate if you meet the health and cancer history requirements.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07406633RecruitingPhase 2
KQB198 plus imatinib for advanced GIST
This trial tests a new drug called KQB198 combined with imatinib for people with advanced or metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) that has a specific KIT or PDGFRA mutation. The goal is to see if this combination works better than imatinib alone as a first treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04691817RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing tocilizumab plus atezolizumab after lung cancer treatment failure
This trial studies whether combining tocilizumab with atezolizumab can help people with advanced lung cancer that has already stopped responding to an immune checkpoint medicine. It may help when standard immune therapy (and other treatments) aren’t working anymore.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07478016Recruiting
Studying inflammation and social factors in breast cancer
This study looks at how inflammation and social factors (like stress or support) affect breast cancer patients before they start treatment. You may qualify if you are a woman, newly diagnosed, and have not yet had any cancer treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05215353RecruitingPhase 4
Music therapy or talk therapy for anxiety after cancer
This study compares music therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to see which better reduces anxiety in people who have had cancer. You may be randomly assigned to one of the two therapy programs and will join sessions by video call.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06844383RecruitingPhase 2
Talazoparib with or without enzalutamide for prostate cancer after prior treatment
This study tests a drug called talazoparib, either alone or combined with enzalutamide, in people with prostate cancer that has spread and has a specific genetic change. The goal is to see if this treatment can help control the cancer after previous therapies have stopped working.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07225881Recruiting
Eatwell diet study for cancer survivors and their families
This study tests a program to help households eat better based on cancer prevention guidelines. You and an adult you live with will join together to see if the program improves your diet.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06136650RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new drug for advanced prostate cancer
This study tests a new oral drug called opevesostat against another standard hormone therapy for men with advanced prostate cancer that has spread and is no longer controlled by a first hormone therapy. It's for men who have not had chemotherapy for this stage and who have not used a PARP inhibitor or chose not to.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07037758RecruitingPhase 1
Study of tarlatamab and AB248 for extensive stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs, tarlatamab and AB248, for people with extensive stage small cell lung cancer that has worsened after at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–90 - NCT07455032RecruitingPhase 1
Neoadjuvant therapy combo for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (CADI-05 and pembrolizumab) before surgery for people with a certain type of head and neck cancer that hasn't spread. The goal is to see if this treatment can help shrink the tumor before it is removed.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06926868RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of a new drug versus chemotherapy for advanced triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a new investigational drug called izalontamab brengitecan against standard chemotherapy for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer who cannot receive immunotherapy. The goal is to see if the new drug works better at shrinking or slowing the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05242744Recruiting
PET/CT scan testing for spread in metastatic prostate cancer
This study tests how well an FTT PET/CT scan can detect and measure metastatic (spread) prostate cancer. It may help your care team decide on the best next treatment plan, especially if you need to change or start therapy.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT01870752Recruiting
Transplanting frozen ovarian tissue to help you try for pregnancy
This trial studies whether thawed, previously frozen ovarian tissue can be transplanted to help people with ovarian insufficiency become pregnant. It may help if you already have cryopreserved ovarian tissue stored and your care team feels you’re a good candidate for the procedure.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–45 - NCT07471958Recruiting
Online genetic testing for hereditary cancer risk
This study tests a new online way to offer genetic testing and counseling for people concerned about hereditary cancer. It aims to make it easier and faster to access these services from home.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02468024RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery or focused radiation for early lung cancer
This study compares two treatments—removing only part of the lung (sublobar resection) versus a focused radiation approach (stereotactic ablative radiotherapy)—for early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to see which option works better with fewer problems for the right patients.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
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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
- Medical Oncology Hematology Consultants PA · 5 studies
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital · 5 studies
- Helen F Graham Cancer Center · 4 studies
- Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania · 3 studies
- Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest · 3 studies
- Asplundh Cancer Pavilion · 2 studies
- Drexel University · 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 615 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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