Clinical Trials

You may be a candidate for an innovative oncology clinical trial or research study.

The goal of all oncology clinical trials is to find better ways to treat cancer and help future cancer patients. Oncology clinical trials often compare new medications or combinations of medications. 

Patients at the Mass General Cancer Center at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital can participate in clinical trials through a referral to a Mass General Brigham hospital whose mission is to learn new and better ways to care for patients through research.

Participating in a clinical trial does not mean you have no other options available. Rather you may choose to enroll in a clinical trial to help researchers compare standard approved treatment options.

Am I Eligible for a Clinical Trial?

Your doctor will determine if you are eligible for a clinical trial, usually through lab tests and reviewing your medical history.

If you are eligible for a trial, your physician will refer you to Mass General Brigham or a Mass General Brigham community hospital that participates in clinical trials.

Participation in any clinical trial is completely voluntary and you can withdraw from a trial at any time and it will not affect your care. 

For additional information on clinical trials and questions to ask your health care providers, please visit the Mass General Rally website or the  National Cancer Institute website.