Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Cancer clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 968 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT06780085RecruitingPhase 2
Study of new drugs for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests new treatments for people with stage IV nonsquamous non-small cell lung cancer that has gotten worse after prior immunotherapy and chemotherapy. It aims to find better options for those whose cancer has specific genetic features.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 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.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Up to 17 years - NCT06564623RecruitingPhase 1
Peptide vaccine plus immunotherapy for biliary tract cancer
This trial tests a personalized peptide vaccine combined with two immunotherapy drugs (durvalumab and tremelimumab) for patients with biliary tract cancer whose tumors have specific genetic changes. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03786796RecruitingPhase 2
Olaparib for metastatic kidney cancer with specific DNA repair gene changes
This trial tests olaparib (a pill medicine) in people with kidney cancer that has spread and specific DNA “repair” gene mutations. The goal is to see whether this targeted treatment can slow the cancer or help it respond better after prior immunotherapy or blood-vessel–blocking therapy.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT06929286RecruitingPhase 3
Gene therapy vs standard care for bladder cancer after BCG fails
This trial compares a gene therapy (nadofaragene firadenovec) against standard care for people with an early-stage bladder cancer that has not responded to BCG. The goal is to see if this treatment is more effective and possibly helps avoid bladder removal.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21 years+ - NCT06245889RecruitingPhase 2
PET-Guided Therapy for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
This trial tests whether a special PET scan can help guide the best combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery for patients with triple-negative breast cancer. It aims to personalize treatment and improve outcomes.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05985681RecruitingPhase 1
Testing an HPV vaccine to prevent cancer
This trial tests a new vaccine (RG1-VLP) to see if it can prevent HPV-related cancers. It is for women aged 18 to 60 who have not had an HPV vaccine before.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–60 - 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.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05696626RecruitingPhase 3
Test a new pill plus abemaciclib versus standard therapy
This Phase 3 study compares lasofoxifene plus abemaciclib versus fulvestrant plus abemaciclib for ER-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer that has an ESR1 mutation. It looks for better tumor control in people whose cancer has progressed on hormone therapy (an aromatase inhibitor) and who meet specific safety and testing requirements.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07140315RecruitingPhase 1
DK222 study for lung and bladder cancer
This trial tests a new imaging drug, DK222, to see how well it works in people with non-small cell lung cancer or bladder cancer who are about to start immunotherapy. It may help doctors see if the treatment is reaching the right targets.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06764940RecruitingPhase 2
Utidelone and capecitabine for HER2-negative breast cancer with brain metastases
This trial tests if the combination of Utidelone and capecitabine can shrink brain metastases in people with HER2-negative breast cancer. It is designed for those whose cancer has spread to the brain and who have not had many prior treatments.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05585684Recruiting
Blood test to guide next cancer treatment choices
This study checks whether a blood test can find tumor genetic changes (called “plasma genomic profiling”) to help choose the best next treatment. It may help your care team decide therapy after your cancer progresses or seems likely to progress soon.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07472517RecruitingPhase 3
Obrixtamig plus standard therapy for advanced small cell lung cancer
This trial tests whether adding a new drug, obrixtamig, to the usual first treatment for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer can help people live longer or slow the cancer's growth. The usual treatment is a combination of atezolizumab, carboplatin, and etoposide.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06861244RecruitingPhase 2
ETMR brain tumor trial for children
This trial is for children with a rare brain tumor (ETMR) who have not had radiation. Depending on how much tumor is left after surgery and if it has spread, the study compares giving radiation early versus high-dose chemotherapy.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05561387RecruitingPhase 3
Drug combinations for newly diagnosed myeloma without transplant
This study compares different combinations of medicines for people newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma who cannot safely get a stem cell transplant. It aims to find which drug plan works best and is tolerable for people with “frail” or “intermediate fit” health.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05407844Enrolling by invitation
Community health worker program to improve palliative care
This study tests whether a community health worker can help people with advanced cancer get better palliative care support. Palliative care focuses on comfort, symptom relief, and support for patients and caregivers.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06745882RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab for Black Patients with Advanced Lung Cancer
This study tests if the drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda), alone or with chemotherapy, works well for Black patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who haven't had treatment yet. The goal is to see real-world results in this group.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03383575RecruitingPhase 2
Azacitidine plus enasidenib for IDH2-mutant MDS
This trial tests whether combining azacitidine with enasidenib helps people with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) that has an IDH2 mutation. It’s designed for people who are either new to “hypomethylating” treatment or whose MDS returned/worsened after it.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12 years+ - NCT05172245RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug added to chemoradiation for head and neck cancer
This study tests whether adding a new targeted drug called ipatasertib to standard chemoradiation can improve treatment for people with locally advanced head and neck cancer. Ipatasertib may help block a protein that helps cancer grow, possibly making the standard therapy more effective.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05874921Recruiting
Registry for adults with UTUC treated with Jelmyto
This registry collects information about adults with upper tract urothelial cancer (UTUC) who received Jelmyto after it was approved. It helps doctors understand outcomes and real-world experience with Jelmyto.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05633615RecruitingPhase 2
Testing new drug options after CAR T for aggressive lymphoma
This Phase 2 study tests whether adding or switching drug treatments after CAR T-cell therapy can improve outcomes for people with certain aggressive lymphomas that have come back or did not respond. It mainly looks at who remains disease-stable/partly improved after CAR T and what treatment approach works best next.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07544654RecruitingPhase 3
Study comparing obrixtamig plus chemotherapy for advanced neuroendocrine cancer
This trial tests a new drug called obrixtamig combined with standard chemotherapy for advanced neuroendocrine cancer (a rare type of cancer). You'd receive one cycle of standard chemotherapy first, then be randomly assigned to either continue with the new drug plus chemotherapy or standard chemotherapy alone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06207032Recruiting
Cancer biobank registry study
This study collects blood samples and health information from people diagnosed with cancer to build a research database. It may help future patients by enabling better understanding and treatment of cancer.
Frederick, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT07327489Recruiting
Live tumor biopsy study to predict immunotherapy response
This trial studies how well immunotherapy might work by analyzing fresh tumor biopsies. It may help predict which treatments are best for your cancer.
Frederick, MarylandAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Johns Hopkins University · 8 studies
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins · 8 studies
- University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Chesapeake Urology Associates
- Frederick Health Hospital
- Frederick Health Regional System
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center
- Johns Hopkins Hospital
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 Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 968 recruiting cancer studies with a site near Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.?
- 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 Washington, D.C. to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Washington, D.C., 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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