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Albany Medical Center
Claim this profileAlbany, New York 12208
Global Leader in Tumors
Global Leader in Brain Tumor
Conducts research for Leukemia
Conducts research for Cancer
Conducts research for Lymphoma
343 reported clinical trials
38 medical researchers
Summary
Albany Medical Center is a medical facility located in Albany, New York. This center is recognized for care of Tumors, Brain Tumor, Leukemia, Cancer, Lymphoma and other specialties. Albany Medical Center is involved with conducting 343 clinical trials across 680 conditions. There are 38 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Lauren Weintraub, MD, Robert Busch, Sanjay Samy, MD, and Alexandra Paul, MD.Area of expertise
1Tumors
Global LeaderStage IV
Stage I
Stage II
2Brain Tumor
Global LeaderStage IV
Stage I
Stage II
Top PIs
Lauren Weintraub, MDAlbany Medical Center4 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Tumors
Expert in Brain Tumor
67 reported clinical trials
121 drugs studied
Robert BuschAlbany Medical College, Division of Community Endocrinology11 years of reported clinical research
Studies Type 2 Diabetes
Studies Diabetes
13 reported clinical trials
17 drugs studied
Sanjay Samy, MDAlbany Medical Center5 years of reported clinical research
Studies Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Studies Mitral Regurgitation
5 reported clinical trials
11 drugs studied
Alexandra Paul, MDAlbany Medical Center3 years of reported clinical research
Studies Brain Aneurysm
Studies Stroke
6 reported clinical trials
10 drugs studied
Clinical Trials running at Albany Medical Center
Brain Tumor
Germ Cell Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Stroke
Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
Rhabdomyosarcoma
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Astrocytoma
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Selumetinib vs. Chemotherapy
for Brain Cancer
This trial is comparing a new drug, selumetinib, with standard chemotherapy to treat patients with a specific type of brain tumor. The patients do not have a certain genetic mutation and are not affected by a genetic disorder. Selumetinib works by blocking enzymes needed for tumor growth, while the standard drugs kill or stop tumor cells from dividing.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 3
Selumetinib vs Carboplatin/Vincristine
for Brain Cancer
This phase III trial studies if selumetinib works just as well as the standard treatment with carboplatin/vincristine (CV) for subjects with NF1-associated low grade glioma (LGG), and to see if selumetinib is better than CV in improving vision in subjects with LGG of the optic pathway (vision nerves). Selumetinib is a drug that works by blocking some enzymes that low-grade glioma tumor cells need for their growth. This results in killing tumor cells. Drugs used as chemotherapy, such as carboplatin and vincristine, work in different ways to stop the growth of tumor cells, either by killing the cells, by stopping them from dividing, or by stopping them from spreading. It is not yet known whether selumetinib works better in treating patients with NF1-associated low-grade glioma compared to standard therapy with carboplatin and vincristine.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 328 criteria
Selumetinib + Vinblastine
for Low-Grade Glioma
This phase III trial investigates the best dose of vinblastine in combination with selumetinib and the benefit of adding vinblastine to selumetinib compared to selumetinib alone in treating children and young adults with low-grade glioma (a common type of brain cancer) that has come back after prior treatment (recurrent) or does not respond to therapy (progressive). Selumetinib is a drug that works by blocking a protein that lets tumor cells grow without stopping. Vinblastine blocks cell growth by stopping cell division and may kill cancer cells. Giving selumetinib in combination with vinblastine may work better than selumetinib alone in treating recurrent or progressive low-grade glioma.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 339 criteria
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of research happens at Albany Medical Center?
Albany Medical Center is a medical facility located in Albany, New York. This center is recognized for care of Tumors, Brain Tumor, Leukemia, Cancer, Lymphoma and other specialties. Albany Medical Center is involved with conducting 343 clinical trials across 680 conditions. There are 38 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Lauren Weintraub, MD, Robert Busch, Sanjay Samy, MD, and Alexandra Paul, MD.
Where is Albany Medical Center located?
**Directions to Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY:**
- From I-90, take exit 2 for US-20 toward NY-5 Alt/Central Ave.
- Head west on US-20 W/Central Ave for about 1.5 miles.
- Turn left onto New Scotland Ave; the hospital is on your right.
Who should I call to ask about financial aid or insurance network?
For financial assistance at Albany Medical Center, contact the Patient Financial Services department at 518-583-8343 to understand program eligibility and discuss payment arrangements. This program covers services from Albany Med Health System entities, including Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany Medical College, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, and Saratoga Hospital. For insurance inquiries, reach the Patient Information line at 518-262-3125 or the Patient Billing department at 518-262-2800 or 866-262-7476.
What insurance does Albany Medical Center accept?
Albany Medical Center accepts a variety of insurance plans, including Aetna, BCBS VT, Brighton Healthcare, Highmark BlueShield, CDPHP, Empire BC/BS, Fidelis, Emblem Health, Humana/Choice Care, Martins Point, Medicaid, Medicare, RR Medicare, MultiPlan, MVP, Tricare, United Healthcare – Commercial, United Healthcare – Empire Plan, Univera, VT Medicaid, Wellcare (until January 1, 2024), and Worker’s Comp. It is important to note that Albany Med is a Non-Participating provider with Wellcare, and this status applies to Saratoga and Glens Falls as well. For billing and insurance specifics, including physician participation in insurance plans, it is recommended to contact the hospital or the individual physician directly.
What awards or recognition has Albany Medical Center received?
Albany Medical Center is renowned for its significant contributions to medicine and biomedical research, highlighted by the Albany Medical Center Prize, a $500,000 award for outstanding leadership in healthcare improvement or innovative research with patient care benefits. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission, the Commission on Cancer, and the American College of Surgeons, underscoring its dedication to high-quality care and patient safety.