Clinical trials · Philadelphia, PA
Melanoma clinical trials in Philadelphia
We’re tracking 30 recruiting melanoma studies with a site in or near Philadelphia — including Early 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
- NCT07124000Recruiting
T-DXd for advanced HER2-positive solid tumors
This trial is for people with advanced HER2-positive solid tumors (cancers that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread). It tests the drug T-DXd (also called Enhertu) when your doctor has already decided it's the right treatment for you and you have no other good options.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–130 - NCT05498792RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Trial testing CBL0137 with two immunotherapy drugs for melanoma
This early trial tests CBL0137 along with ipilimumab and nivolumab (two immune-based cancer medicines) in people with stage III or possibly stage IV melanoma that can be biopsied. It may help shrink melanoma and improve immune control, while also learning how safe and effective this combination is.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07068074RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing less invasive surgery to standard care for older adults with early-stage melanoma
This trial compares less invasive procedures with the current standard treatment for early-stage melanoma in adults 75 and older. The goal is to find out if these less invasive options work just as well and help patients recover better.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 75 years+ - NCT03860883Recruiting
Comparing wider versus narrower surgery margins for stage II melanoma
This trial studies whether removing a slightly wider strip of skin around a melanoma improves outcomes compared with a narrower strip. It also uses a lymph node staging procedure to check spread and helps doctors fine-tune surgery for stage II melanoma.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06626516RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tebentafusp and LDT for metastatic uveal melanoma
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (tebentafusp and a liver-directed treatment called LDT) for people with uveal melanoma that has spread to the liver. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06414590RecruitingPhase 2
Tebentafusp before surgery for eye melanoma
This trial tests a drug called Tebentafusp for a type of eye melanoma (uveal melanoma) that is too large to be removed without taking out the whole eye. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink the tumor before deciding on surgery.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04752826RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A new drug combo for advanced cancers
This trial tests a new experimental drug, BI-1808, alone or with an approved cancer drug called pembrolizumab (Keytruda). It's for people with advanced cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03452774Recruiting
AI matches your cancer tests to possible treatment trials
This trial uses an AI system to help match people with certain cancer types and specific tumor test results (like gene or protein markers) to relevant clinical trials. It may help you and your doctor find studies that fit your cancer biology faster.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06743126RecruitingPhase 3
IMA203 vs standard treatment for advanced skin cancer
This trial tests a new cell therapy called IMA203 against standard treatments for people with advanced melanoma (a type of skin cancer) that has spread or can't be removed. It may be an option if you have already tried certain treatments and your cancer has a specific cell marker (HLA-A*02:01).
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06581406RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
RP2 with nivolumab for untreated uveal melanoma
This clinical trial tests a new treatment called RP2 (a virus that attacks cancer cells) combined with nivolumab (an immunotherapy drug) for people with metastatic uveal melanoma who have never had immunotherapy before. It aims to see if this combination can shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06624644RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
LNS8801 with or without pembrolizumab for advanced melanoma
This trial tests a new drug called LNS8801, alone or with pembrolizumab, for people with advanced melanoma that has stopped responding to prior treatments, especially anti-PD-1 therapy.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07804186RecruitingPhase 3
Adjuvant therapy for high-risk uveal melanoma
This trial is testing a combination of two oral medications (darovasertib and crizotinib) after standard local treatment for high-risk uveal melanoma that has not spread. The goal is to see if this treatment can reduce the risk of the cancer coming back.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07621614RecruitingPhase 2
Safe Surgery Guidance for Childhood Melanoma Using Genetics
This study helps doctors decide the safest surgical approach for melanoma and similar skin tumors in children and young adults by using pathology reports and genetic information. The goal is to avoid unnecessary surgery while ensuring the best outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 25 years - NCT04851119RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tegavivint for kids and young adults with hard-to-treat solid tumors
This early-phase study tests tegavivint to see how well it works and how safe it is for children and young adults with solid cancers that have come back or are not responding. It may be an option if your tumor type (including certain lymphomas or desmoid tumors) matches the study’s rules.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1–30 - 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+ - 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+ - NCT05059444Recruiting
Blood test to catch cancer early after treatment
This study looks for signs of cancer left in the body after treatment using a simple blood test (called a liquid biopsy). It aims to see if the test can catch cancer that might come back earlier than regular scans.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06246916RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new immunotherapy combo for advanced melanoma
This trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (anti-LAG-3 and anti-PD-1 antibodies) to see if they work better than standard treatment for people with advanced melanoma that hasn't been treated before. It may be an option if you have not yet received any systemic therapy for your melanoma.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06112314RecruitingPhase 3
New immunotherapy combo for advanced melanoma (first treatment)
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug (IMC-F106C) combined with standard treatments against the usual nivolumab-based therapy for people with advanced melanoma who have not been treated before. It's for people who carry a specific immune system marker (HLA-A*02:01) and are in fairly good health.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06264180RecruitingPhase 3
Viral therapy and nivolumab for advanced melanoma
This trial tests a combination of an investigational viral therapy (VO) and the immunotherapy nivolumab for people with advanced melanoma that has stopped responding to previous anti-PD-1 and anti-CTLA-4 treatments. The goal is to see if this combination works better than other standard treatments your doctor might choose.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT05839912Recruiting
Surgery study for melanoma in one lymph node basin
This trial tests whether removing a clinically involved lymph node basin (via a specific lymph node excision surgery) after certain melanoma findings is helpful. It mainly aims to see effects on outcomes and on arm/leg swelling (lymphedema) after surgery.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07015190RecruitingPhase 3
Darovasertib before surgery for eye melanoma
This trial tests a drug called darovasertib given before standard surgery for primary uveal melanoma (a type of eye cancer that hasn't spread). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05549297RecruitingPhase 3
Tebentafusp plus choice of treatment for advanced melanoma
This Phase 3 study compares tebentafusp treatment against the doctor’s choice of standard options in people with previously treated advanced melanoma. It aims to see which approach works better for controlling the cancer and improving outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05655312RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeted radiation melanoma treatment with or without nivolumab
This early-stage study tests whether a targeted radioactive drug can shrink advanced melanoma, either alone or along with nivolumab (an immune-activating medicine). You may be eligible if your melanoma shows a specific target on scan imaging and has progressed despite prior melanoma treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–90
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Where these studies are running near Philadelphia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting melanoma studies listed above.
- Fox Chase Cancer Center · 7 studies
- Thomas Jefferson University · 4 studies
- University of Pennsylvania · 3 studies
- Asplundh Cancer Pavilion · 2 studies
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 2 studies
- Helen F Graham Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Medical Oncology Hematology Consultants PA · 2 studies
- Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University · 2 studies
What taking part in a melanoma 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 melanoma clinical trials near Philadelphia?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 30 recruiting melanoma 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 melanoma 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 melanoma 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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