Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Metastatic Cancer clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 250 recruiting metastatic cancer studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — 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 Washington, D.C.
- NCT07284849RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug combo for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests whether adding an experimental drug (INCA33890) to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab helps people with a certain type of advanced colorectal cancer. It is for those whose cancer has spread and has not been treated yet with systemic therapy.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07007559RecruitingPhase 2
Evorpacept with trastuzumab and chemo for HER2+ breast cancer
This trial tests a new drug called evorpacept combined with trastuzumab (Herceptin) and a chemotherapy drug of your choice. It is for people with HER2-positive breast cancer that has spread and who have already tried the drug Enhertu.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07038343RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called AVZO-1418, either alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective against certain types of cancer.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–75 - NCT05691478RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Cabozantinib added to chemotherapy for new osteosarcoma
This trial tests whether adding cabozantinib to standard chemotherapy works better in children and young adults with newly diagnosed high-grade osteosarcoma. It may help by improving control of the cancer, especially for higher-risk cases.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 40 years - NCT06764485RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing a new drug to standard therapy for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new medicine (BMS-986365) against the doctor's choice of standard therapy for men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. It aims to see which treatment works better and is safer.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05673148RecruitingPhase 3
Ablation treatment plus usual therapy for limited metastatic bowel cancer
This study tests whether adding “total ablation” (carefully destroying all visible small tumors using surgery, heat/cold treatment, and/or targeted radiation) to standard chemotherapy improves outcomes for people with limited spread of colorectal cancer. It may help by aiming to eliminate all known metastatic spots while you continue usual cancer treatment.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06417814RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Dato-DXd with or without osimertinib for EGFR-mutated lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug, Dato-DXd, given alone or with osimertinib, versus standard chemotherapy for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer) that has worsened after osimertinib treatment.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–130 - NCT05208047RecruitingPhase 3
CGT9486 plus sunitinib for advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors
This trial tests whether adding a new drug called CGT9486 to sunitinib (a standard cancer drug) works better than sunitinib alone for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) that have grown or spread. You may qualify if your GIST stopped responding to or caused problems with imatinib, an earlier treatment.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07147231RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Pidnarulex plus cemiplimab for MSS colorectal cancer
This trial tests two drugs together: pidnarulex (a targeted therapy) and cemiplimab (an immunotherapy that helps your immune system fight cancer). It is for people with advanced colorectal cancer that is microsatellite stable (MSS) and has not responded to current treatments, especially if their tumor has a MYC or FBXW7 change.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07227168RecruitingPhase 1
Study of STRO-004 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called STRO-004 for people with advanced solid tumors (cancers that have spread or come back). It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective for those who have already tried other treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06350097RecruitingPhase 3
Osimertinib with or without another drug for advanced EGFR-mutant lung cancer
This trial tests whether adding a new drug (datopotamab deruxtecan) to the standard targeted therapy osimertinib works better for advanced non-small cell lung cancer with certain EGFR mutations. It is for people who have not had chemotherapy or targeted therapy before.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05254171RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Trial adds SBP-101 to standard chemo for pancreatic cancer
This trial studies whether adding SBP-101 to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine plus nab-paclitaxel) can improve outcomes in people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. You may be eligible if you have not yet started treatment for metastatic disease and meet other health and test requirements.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06533826RecruitingPhase 2
Testing two antibody drugs for HER2-low breast cancer
This trial tests two antibody-drug conjugates (Enhertu and Datroway) for breast cancer that is HER2-low or HER2-0. It aims to find the best treatment sequence for people whose cancer has stopped responding to prior therapy.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05983432RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BL-B01D1 for advanced lung and other solid tumors
This trial tests an experimental drug called BL-B01D1 for people with several types of advanced solid tumors, especially non-small cell lung cancer and breast cancer. It's designed for those whose cancer has continued to grow after standard treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06545331RecruitingPhase 1
A study of XB010 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests an investigational drug called XB010 for people with solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. It aims to see if XB010 is safe and effective for several cancer types, including lung, breast, head and neck, and esophageal cancers.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06925737RecruitingPhase 3
Study of I-DXd for metastatic prostate cancer
This study tests a new drug called Ifinatamab Deruxtecan (I-DXd) for people with metastatic prostate cancer that has stopped responding to hormone therapy. It may help by targeting and destroying cancer cells in a different way.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05668962RecruitingPhase 2
Study selpercatinib plus I-131 for RET thyroid cancer that cannot take iodine
This trial tests whether combining a targeted pill (selpercatinib) with a radioactive iodine dose (I-131) can shrink thyroid cancer that has spread and no longer responds to radioactive iodine. It is for RET fusion–positive (genetically driven) thyroid cancers where the cancer cannot reliably absorb iodine anymore.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12 years+ - NCT06906562RecruitingPhase 2
Pemigatinib for advanced pancreatic cancer with FGFR changes
This trial tests a targeted pill, pemigatinib, for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific FGFR gene change. The study is done entirely through telemedicine, so you can participate from home if eligible.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT03678025RecruitingPhase 3
Standard treatment for metastatic prostate cancer, with or without local treatment
This Phase 3 trial studies whether using the usual medicines for metastatic prostate cancer, plus a definitive local treatment to the prostate, improves outcomes. It may help determine if treating the prostate directly can benefit people whose cancer has not worsened after initial hormone-based treatment.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06901531RecruitingPhase 3
Study of zolbetuximab with pembrolizumab and chemo for gastric cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (zolbetuximab, pembrolizumab, and chemotherapy) for people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. It may be an option if your tumor has certain proteins (CLDN18.2 and PD-L1) and you haven't had chemotherapy for advanced disease.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07291037RecruitingPhase 3
Study of datopotamab deruxtecan vs docetaxel for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug, datopotamab deruxtecan, against a standard chemotherapy (docetaxel) for people with advanced non-squamous lung cancer that has gotten worse after previous treatment. It is for those who do not have certain genetic changes (like EGFR, ALK, or ROS1) and whose tumors have a protein called TROP2.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04166409RecruitingPhase 3
Selumetinib versus chemo for low-grade brain tumor in children
This trial studies whether the targeted drug selumetinib works better than standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and vincristine) for children and young adults with a specific type of low-grade glioma (grade 1 or 2). It may help shrink tumors and slow growth while comparing side effects between the two treatment approaches.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2–21
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Metastatic Cancer trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting metastatic cancer studies listed above.
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins · 6 studies
- Children's National Medical Center · 5 studies
- George Washington University Hospital · 5 studies
- Georgetown University Medical Center · 5 studies
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital · 5 studies
- MedStar Washington Hospital Center · 3 studies
- Research Site · 3 studies
- Virginia Cancer Specialists · 3 studies
What taking part in a metastatic 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.
Common questions
- Are there metastatic cancer clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 250 recruiting metastatic 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 metastatic 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 metastatic 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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