Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Cancer clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 483 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT07213674RecruitingPhase 3
A study of xaluritamig plus abiraterone for prostate cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs (xaluritamig plus abiraterone) for men with a type of advanced prostate cancer that is no longer responding to hormone therapy but has not yet been treated with chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this combination works better than the standard options your doctor might choose.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05174169RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Adjuvant colon chemotherapy guided by tumor DNA results
This trial tests whether treatment for colon cancer after surgery can be guided by a blood test that looks for leftover cancer signals (ctDNA). It may help some people choose stronger or different chemo based on whether ctDNA is found after surgery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04564781Recruiting
Predicting how bladder cancer responds to BCG
This study tries to predict whether BCG treatment will work for people with certain early-stage bladder cancers. It may help doctors better choose and monitor BCG for similar patients in the future.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–90 - NCT06228053RecruitingPhase 2
Study of SX-682 plus enzalutamide for men with advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests whether adding the drug SX-682 to enzalutamide can help men whose prostate cancer has stopped responding to other hormone treatments. You may be eligible if your cancer is growing despite treatment with abiraterone, darolutamide, apalutamide, or enzalutamide.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05948657Recruiting
PSMA PET-CT scan for men on prostate cancer surveillance
This study checks whether a special prostate scan called PSMA PET-CT (along with standard monitoring scans) can help guide care while you are on “active surveillance” instead of immediate treatment. It may help doctors track low-risk prostate cancer changes more accurately over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06592924RecruitingPhase 3
Adding chemo to hormone therapy for prostate cancer with slow PSA drop
This trial tests if adding docetaxel chemotherapy helps men whose PSA hasn't dropped enough after at least 6 months of standard hormone therapy (ADT) plus an ARPI pill (like abiraterone or enzalutamide) for metastatic prostate cancer that still responds to hormones.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04511013RecruitingPhase 2
Trial for BRAF-mutant melanoma spread to the brain
This Phase 2 study tests whether a 3-drug plan (encorafenib + binimetinib + nivolumab) works better than ipilimumab + nivolumab for melanoma that has spread to the brain. If you qualify, you’ll get either treatment and have frequent brain scans to track how well it controls the tumors.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05040360RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy after surgery for high-risk pancreatic NET tumors
This Phase 2 trial studies whether giving chemotherapy after surgery can lower cancer recurrence risk in people with high-risk pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). It may help you by testing an added treatment after the tumor has been removed.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 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.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06002828Recruiting
Social and genetic factors in young adult cancer survivors
This study looks at how social and genetic factors affect the health and quality of life of young adults who have survived Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It may help doctors better support survivors after treatment.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06538038Recruiting
Osimertinib plus chemo vs. osimertinib alone for EGFR-mutated NSCLC
This study compares two standard treatments for advanced lung cancer with an EGFR mutation: osimertinib alone versus osimertinib plus chemotherapy. It aims to see which approach works better and is not a trial of a new drug, so you can receive usual care while contributing data.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05334069Recruiting
Blood test study for early cancer detection in patients
This study collects blood from people with cancer and people without cancer (or with possible cancer) to test whether new blood tests can detect cancer earlier. Your blood samples help researchers evaluate how well these tests work.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 40–75 - NCT03723928Recruiting
Blood test–guided monitoring for metastatic breast cancer treatment
This study checks whether specific blood “tumor marker” levels can help monitor how hormone receptor–positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer responds to first-line therapy. It uses regular blood tests (and sometimes scans) to see if this marker-based monitoring is useful and reliable.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03937635RecruitingPhase 3
Lenalidomide and dexamethasone, with or without daratumumab
This phase 3 trial studies whether lenalidomide plus dexamethasone can prevent or delay progression of “high-risk smoldering” multiple myeloma, and whether adding daratumumab improves outcomes. It’s meant for people who are not yet showing symptoms, but whose lab and scan results suggest higher risk.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04364503Enrolling by invitation
Study that analyzes de-identified patient samples and records
This trial checks how well patient samples and health records can be analyzed when names are removed (“de-identified”) and privacy rules are followed. You might be included if you agree in writing and your sample data can be used for this research and/or your doctor requests it.
South San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - 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.
South San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06410209RecruitingPhase 2
Walking Juntos: Smartphone program to help Hispanic cancer survivors be active
This study will test if a smartphone program and social media group can help Hispanic/Latino teens and young adults who had childhood cancer become more physically active. You would wear a Fitbit and use a phone app with culturally tailored tips and support.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 15–20 - NCT05773144Recruiting
Exercise program during chemotherapy for colon cancer recovery
This trial tests an aerobic exercise plan during chemotherapy for people with stage II or III colon cancer. It compares different exercise approaches to see if exercise can be done safely and may improve how you tolerate treatment and recovery.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06513962RecruitingPhase 3
Triptorelin to protect ovaries in young women with cancer
This study tests whether a medicine called triptorelin can protect the ovaries in young women and teens receiving strong chemotherapy for cancer. If you are newly diagnosed with a cancer (other than breast cancer) and are about to get certain chemotherapy drugs, this trial may help preserve your fertility.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges Up to 39 years - NCT07473128RecruitingPhase 3
Trilaciclib to prevent low blood cell counts in limited-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests whether taking trilaciclib alongside standard chemotherapy can help prevent low blood cell counts (myelosuppression) in people with limited-stage small cell lung cancer. It may help you stay stronger during treatment.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07412002Recruiting
End-of-life care quality for children with cancer
This trial asks bereaved parents about the quality of care their child received in the last month of life. It aims to improve how hospitals support families when a child with cancer is dying.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06706752Recruiting
Shengbai oral formula for chemotherapy side effects
This study tests if a Chinese herbal formula called Shengbai can safely reduce side effects from chemotherapy. It might help you feel better during cancer treatment.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT07361510RecruitingPhase 3
Pumitamig vs Keytruda for advanced lung cancer with high PD-L1
This trial compares an experimental drug called Pumitamig with the approved immunotherapy drug Pembrolizumab (Keytruda) as the first treatment for advanced lung cancer that has high PD-L1 levels. The goal is to see which drug works better and has fewer side effects.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06651580Recruiting
Gene study for kids with pancreas problems
This study collects samples like blood or tissue from children with pancreatitis to look for gene changes that might raise their risk. It helps doctors learn more about why some children get pancreas inflammation.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges Up to 17 years
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Cancer trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Bay Area Tumor Institute · 8 studies
- Contra Costa Regional Medical Center · 8 studies
- Epic Care Cyberknife Center · 8 studies
- Epic Care Partners in Cancer Care · 8 studies
- Epic Care-Dublin · 8 studies
- Bay Area Breast Surgeons Inc · 7 studies
- Bass Medical Group · 6 studies
- Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center · 6 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting cancer studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 483 recruiting cancer studies with a site near San Francisco, 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 San Francisco?
- 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 San Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, 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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