Clinical trials are research studies designed with the goal of discovering better methods to diagnose, treat and prevent cancer. Participants have the opportunity to receive new treatments before they are widely available. Clinical trials test many types of treatments, such as new drugs, new surgical techniques, or new treatment options. Trials are an essential component of cancer research and care.
The clinical trials that Phoebe provides are the following:
We are currently running several clinical trials for various types of cancer in cooperation with a number of organizations that sponsor our trials. These include the National Cancer Institute and pharmaceutical supported clinical trials.
- Breast Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Renal Cell Cancer
- Hematology / Blood Cancer
- Pending Clinical Trials
Phases of Clinical Trials
A new treatment goes through many phases, and each phase has a different purpose. Most of the time, when you participate in a clinical trial, you will only be in one phase - treatments move through the phases, but patients do not.
Phase I trials test if a new treatment is safe. Doctors look for the best way to give treatment.
Phase II trials test if a specific type of cancer responds to the new treatment.
Phase III trials test if a new treatment is better than a standard cancer treatment.
Phase IV trials find more information about long-term benefits and side effects.