A listing of will-simon medical research trials actively recruiting patient volunteers. Search for closest city to find more detailed information on a research study in your area.
What is this study about?This study is investigating how well two surgical procedures (bilateral salpingectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy) work in reducing the risk of ovarian cancer for individuals with BRCA1 mutations. Bilateral salpingectomy involves the surgical removal of fallopian tubes, and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy involves the surgical removal of both the …
What is this study about?The purpose of this study is to help test an idea designed to foster more supportive talk between providers (doctors or nurse practitioners), patients, and caregivers during an outpatient oncology appointment. A caregiver is the person the patient identifies is primarily involved in their healthcare. This …
This study investigates the impact of different palliative care strategies on patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Acute myeloid leukemia is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. It is characterized by the rapid growth of abnormal white blood cells that accumulate in the bone marrow …
This study investigates the safety and effects of an investigational medication in people with advanced solid tumors. Advanced solid tumors are cancers that have spread and do not respond well to regular treatments. The purpose of this study is to find out how safe the medication is, how the body …
This study investigates the effectiveness of using a combination of investigational medications, nivolumab and ipilimumab, compared to nivolumab alone in treating patients with recurrent endometrial cancer. Endometrial cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus. This study focuses on a specific type of endometrial …
Why is this study being done?The purpose of this study is to test a program for Black women and their families at risk of breast cancer to have access to community health advocates that will help them understand their risk of developing breast cancer, navigate screenings, and access additional ways …
What is the purpose of this study?This phase I trial studies the side effects and best dose of vaccine therapy in treating patients with metastatic solid tumors. Vaccines made from antibodies and peptides combined with tumor cells may help the body build an effective immune response to kill tumor cells.THIS …
What is this study about?This phase II/III trial examines whether patients who have undergone surgical removal of bladder, but require an additional treatment called immunotherapy to help prevent their bladder cancer from coming back, can be identified by a blood test. Many types of tumors tend to lose cells or …
This study investigates a treatment for multiple myeloma, a type of cancer that affects plasma cells in the bone marrow. The purpose of the study is to see if the investigational treatment can improve cancer outcomes and bone health.Participants will have standard clinical assessments, such as blood draws and bone …
This study investigates why women with metastatic breast cancer choose not to participate in exercise programs designed for their needs. Metastatic breast cancer is when cancer has spread beyond the breast to other parts of the body. Understanding the reasons for non-participation can help improve future program designs.Participants will complete …
