Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Oncology clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 82 recruiting oncology studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT07512271Recruiting
AI Education Tool for Breast Cancer Patients
This study tests a new computer-based education module created by artificial intelligence to help breast cancer patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options. The goal is to see if this tool helps patients feel more informed and prepared for their care.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02693535RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted drug testing for advanced cancer with tumor gene changes
This trial tests whether FDA-approved targeted drugs can help people with advanced cancer whose tumors have specific gene changes. It aims to match your tumor's unique genetic profile to a drug that may work better for you.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT04684368RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment for children and young adults with a brain tumor
This trial tests a new treatment approach for a rare brain tumor called NGGCT. It aims to see if a different way of treating the tumor can be effective and safe for children and young adults.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 3–29 - NCT05408845RecruitingPhase 2
Study drug vs standard care for HER2 salivary gland cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests how well ado-trastuzumab emtansine (and compares to two standard treatment options) works for salivary gland cancers that are HER2-positive or HER2-low. It aims to see whether the study drug can control cancer better and with acceptable side effects.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07166406RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy with or without targeted radiation for advanced liver cancer
This trial tests whether adding a precise, targeted form of radiation (called SBRT) to standard immunotherapy (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) can help people with advanced liver cancer that has spread to the blood vessels or outside the liver. You may be asked to participate in one of two treatment groups to see which approach works better.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04852887RecruitingPhase 3
Testing shorter breast radiation after low-risk hormone breast cancer
This Phase 3 trial studies whether “less intense” radiation can work as well as standard radiation for certain early-stage hormone receptor–positive, HER2-negative breast cancers that have a low Oncotype DX score. It may help reduce treatment burden while keeping cancer control strong.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 50–70 - NCT05946213RecruitingPhase 3
Shorter radiation treatment for high-risk prostate cancer
This trial tests whether a shorter course of radiation works as well as the usual longer course for people with high-risk prostate cancer. The goal is to keep cancer control while possibly reducing treatment time and inconvenience.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06457503RecruitingPhase 4
Toripalimab plus chemo for advanced nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin and gemcitabine) can help people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has come back or spread. It is for those who haven't yet received other treatments for this advanced stage.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT04333537RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Sentinel node biopsy versus standard neck surgery for early mouth cancer
This trial compares two ways of checking whether early oral cavity squamous cell cancer has spread to neck lymph nodes. It tests whether sentinel lymph node biopsy can find spread as well as standard neck dissection, while potentially reducing more extensive surgery for some people.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04293562RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing chemotherapy options for newly diagnosed AML in young patients
This trial compares standard chemotherapy with newer drug combinations (CPX-351 and gilteritinib) for children and young adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a type of blood cancer. It aims to find which treatment works better and who might benefit from targeted therapy based on specific genetic changes (FLT3 mutations).
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 6 months–21 years - NCT05080673Recruiting
Colonoscopy planning for small, noncancerous colon polyps
This trial tests whether people with 1–2 small, noncancerous colon polyps should get their next colonoscopy after 5 years or after 10 years. It may help reduce unnecessary procedures or find cancers earlier if the shorter interval is safer for you.
Emeryville, CaliforniaAges 45–70 - 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 - 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+ - NCT07022678RecruitingPhase 3
Xylitol dental wipes to reduce infection risk in childhood leukemia
This trial tests whether using xylitol dental wipes can lower the risk of bloodstream infections in children with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are receiving chemotherapy. If you or your child have AML and will have at least two cycles of chemo that include cytarabine, this study may help reduce infection risk.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 1–25 - 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 - NCT07466316RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing chemo schedules for intermediate-risk rhabdomyosarcoma
This trial compares two different chemotherapy schedules for children and young adults with intermediate-risk rhabdomyosarcoma (a type of muscle cancer). One group gets a higher dose of chemotherapy over a shorter period, while the other gets a lower dose plus maintenance therapy for a longer time. The goal is to see which approach works better.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges Up to 50 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.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges Up to 25 years - NCT01790152Recruiting
Dexrazoxane study to monitor heart damage in cancer survivors
This study tests dexrazoxane (DRZ) to see how it affects blood and heart-related “biomarkers,” or measurable signs of heart damage, after cancer treatment. It mainly targets survivors who may be at risk for cardiomyopathy (heart muscle weakness) or related heart failure.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges Any age - 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 - NCT06724237RecruitingPhase 3
High-dose chemo and stem cell transplant for T-cell lymphoma patients in remission
This trial tests whether high-dose chemotherapy followed by a stem cell transplant using your own cells can help people with certain types of peripheral T-cell lymphoma live longer. You would qualify if you have already finished your first round of chemotherapy and are in complete remission.
Walnut Creek, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07128199RecruitingPhase 3
Zipalertinib after surgery for early-stage lung cancer with uncommon EGFR mutations
This study tests whether taking zipalertinib after lung cancer surgery can help prevent the cancer from coming back in people whose tumors have uncommon EGFR gene changes. It is a pill taken daily after recovery from surgery.
Vallejo, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06588478RecruitingPhase 2
Study of pirtobrutinib for CLL or SLL
This trial tests a new drug called pirtobrutinib for people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). It is for those whose cancer has come back or not responded to treatment, including a prior BTK inhibitor, and also for those who have never been treated but have a specific genetic change (17p deletion).
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05504291RecruitingPhase 2
Treatment delivered inside the eye for retinoblastoma
This Phase 2 study tests a way to deliver cancer treatment directly inside the eye to treat retinoblastoma. It may help shrink the tumor while limiting treatment to the eye when possible.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges Up to 18 years - NCT05254743RecruitingPhase 3
Pirtobrutinib versus ibrutinib for CLL or SLL
This Phase 3 trial compares two oral medicines—pirtobrutinib and ibrutinib—in people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) who need treatment. It’s designed to see which drug works better and is easier to take, especially for people with a specific genetic change in the cancer (17p deletion).
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Oncology trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting oncology studies listed above.
- Kaiser Permanente-Oakland · 12 studies
- Kaiser Permanente-Vallejo · 5 studies
- Contra Costa Regional Medical Center · 4 studies
- Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford · 4 studies
- Stanford University · 4 studies
- UCSF Medical Center · 4 studies
- Bass Medical Group · 3 studies
- Bay Area Breast Surgeons Inc · 3 studies
What taking part in a oncology 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 oncology studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there oncology clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 82 recruiting oncology 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 oncology 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 oncology 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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