Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Oncology clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 113 recruiting oncology studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT07000084RecruitingPhase 3
Testing gemcitabine with BCG for returning bladder cancer
This trial tests whether adding a chemotherapy drug called gemcitabine to the usual BCG therapy can help prevent bladder cancer from coming back again. If you have had BCG before and your cancer returned, this study might offer a more effective treatment option.
Danville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06992427RecruitingPhase 3
Gabapentin to prevent opioid use for mouth pain during cancer treatment
This trial tests if taking gabapentin during chemoradiation for head and neck cancer can reduce the need for strong painkillers like opioids. It may help manage mouth pain caused by treatment.
Danville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06958328RecruitingPhase 3
Higher dose radiation for locally advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests whether giving a higher dose of radiation to the pancreas is safe and effective for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer who have already had chemotherapy without progression.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02843945RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing radiation for borderline pancreatic surgery using a tiny implant
This early trial studies whether adding targeted radiation during or around pancreatic surgery is safe and may improve outcomes for people with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer. It is mainly looking at feasibility and safety while treating close to the tumor but not spreading (no metastasis).
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06931340RecruitingPhase 3
Adding chemo to hormone therapy for advanced prostate cancer
This trial is for men with metastatic prostate cancer that has already spread beyond the pelvis. It tests whether adding a chemotherapy drug (docetaxel) to the usual hormone therapy plus apalutamide can help control the cancer better than hormone therapy alone.
Erie, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06892158Recruiting
Massage therapy for sleep in teens with cancer
This trial studies if massage therapy can help teenagers and young adults with cancer sleep better while they are in the hospital. Participants will receive massage sessions and answer questions about their sleep.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–21 - NCT06872515Recruiting
Exercise before esophageal cancer surgery
This trial tests if doing supervised exercise before esophageal cancer surgery (called prehabilitation) helps people recover better. You would follow a personalized exercise plan for at least 2 weeks before your scheduled surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06876714RecruitingPhase 3
Shorter vs Longer HER2 Therapy for Breast Cancer with Complete Response
This trial compares 6 months versus 12 months of HER2-targeted therapy for people with HER2+ breast cancer who had a complete response after chemo and trastuzumab. The goal is to see if a shorter treatment is just as effective.
Beaver, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06877884Recruiting
Cancer care data collection registry
This trial gathers information from your routine cancer care to help researchers learn more about real-world treatments and outcomes. No extra tests or procedures are required.
Paoli, PennsylvaniaAges 18–120 - NCT06805305RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy for newly diagnosed glioblastoma
This trial tests a new personalized immunotherapy (DOC1021) for people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma. The treatment uses your own immune cells to attack the tumor and is given after surgery and with standard chemotherapy and radiation.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06795412RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
PYX-201 plus pembrolizumab for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called PYX-201 combined with an immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors and help people live longer with manageable side effects.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05237258Recruiting
Compare palliative care approaches for people with high-risk AML
This study tests a specialized (targeted) palliative care program versus usual oncology care for people hospitalized with high-risk acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The goal is to see if this palliative approach improves comfort, support, and care planning during intensive treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–120 - NCT06756607Recruiting
Helping more Black and Latino patients join cancer trials
This study tests a new program to make it easier for Black and Latino people with cancer to join clinical trials. Your participation can help researchers learn how to improve access for everyone.
Scranton, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06748222RecruitingPhase 3
Online mindfulness program for breast cancer survivors
This trial tests a 6-week online mindfulness program to help breast cancer survivors manage mild to moderate depression. You may qualify if you finished active treatment within the last 5 years and can use a digital device.
Gettysburg, PennsylvaniaAges 18–50 - NCT06731998Recruiting
Improving pain control after cancer surgery
This study compares different methods of managing pain after minimally invasive surgery for abdominal cancers. It aims to find which approach works best to reduce pain and improve recovery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–89 - 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.
Chadds Ford, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - NCT06699615Enrolling by invitation
Assessing AI explanations by cancer doctors
This study asks lung cancer doctors at Penn Medicine to look at how an artificial intelligence tool explains its reasoning. The goal is to see if the explanations are clear and helpful for making treatment decisions.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06657144RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CHS-114 and toripalimab for advanced solid tumors
This study tests a new drug combo (CHS-114 + toripalimab) for people with advanced solid tumors like stomach, esophageal, or colorectal cancer that have already been treated. It aims to see if adding these drugs can help control the cancer better.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06661720RecruitingPhase 3
Tivozanib and pembrolizumab after kidney cancer surgery
This trial is testing if adding the targeted therapy tivozanib to the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can help prevent kidney cancer from coming back after all known tumors have been removed by surgery.
Johnstown, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06647953RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a standard approach for pleuropulmonary blastoma, with or without topotecan
This trial compares a standard surgery and chemotherapy plan for type I pleuropulmonary blastoma (PPB) to adding the drug topotecan for types II and III PPB. The goal is to see if the extra drug helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes for children with more advanced disease.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 21 years - NCT06655246RecruitingPhase 1
Ziftomenib and imatinib for advanced GIST
This trial tests a new drug, ziftomenib, combined with imatinib for people with advanced or spreading gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) that have a KIT mutation. It may help if your GIST has gotten worse while on imatinib.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06632977RecruitingPhase 2
Matching targeted treatments to your prostate cancer's genetics
This trial is testing whether matching your cancer's specific genetic changes to a targeted treatment can help control metastatic prostate cancer that has stopped responding to standard hormone therapy and chemotherapy. You may receive a drug, a radioactive treatment, or a combination based on your tumor's molecular profile.
Sayre, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06626919RecruitingPhase 1
A cell therapy trial for generalized myasthenia gravis
This trial tests a new cell therapy called anitocabtagene autoleucel (anito-cel) for people with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) that is not well controlled with current treatments. The goal is to see if it can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 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).
York, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting oncology studies listed above.
- Geisinger Medical Center · 8 studies
- Geisinger Wyoming Valley/Henry Cancer Center · 8 studies
- Geisinger Cancer Center Dickson City · 7 studies
- Geisinger Medical Oncology-Lewisburg · 7 studies
- Jefferson Torresdale Hospital · 5 studies
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital · 5 studies
- UPMC Hillman Cancer Center · 5 studies
- Allegheny Health Network · 4 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.
Oncology trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there oncology clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 113 recruiting oncology studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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.
Not the right time?
New oncology studies open in Pennsylvania regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.