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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Claim this profileAtlanta, Georgia 30322
Global Leader in Leukemia
Global Leader in Tumors
Conducts research for Recurrence
Conducts research for Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma
Conducts research for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
731 reported clinical trials
60 medical researchers
Summary
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is a medical facility located in Atlanta, Georgia. This center is recognized for care of Leukemia, Tumors, Recurrence, Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and other specialties. Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is involved with conducting 731 clinical trials across 891 conditions. There are 60 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as William T. Cash, Jason Fangusaro, MD, Edmund Waller, MD, and Thomas Cash, MD, MSc.Area of expertise
1Leukemia
Global LeaderHLA positive
RB1 positive
HLA-A positive
2Tumors
Global LeaderStage IV
Stage I
Stage II
Top PIs
William T. CashChildren's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston7 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Neuroblastoma
Expert in Tumors
19 reported clinical trials
34 drugs studied
Jason Fangusaro, MDChildren's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston4 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Brain Tumor
Studies Tumors
17 reported clinical trials
28 drugs studied
Edmund Waller, MDEmory University Hospital1 year of reported clinical research
Studies Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Studies Leukemia
15 reported clinical trials
22 drugs studied
Thomas Cash, MD, MScChildren's Healthcare of Atlanta6 years of reported clinical research
Studies Tumors
Studies Rhabdoid Tumor
10 reported clinical trials
20 drugs studied
Clinical Trials running at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Brain Tumor
Osteosarcoma
Tumors
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Solid Tumors
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Neuroblastoma
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Lymphoma
Germ Cell Tumors
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 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta?
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is a medical facility located in Atlanta, Georgia. This center is recognized for care of Leukemia, Tumors, Recurrence, Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and other specialties. Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is involved with conducting 731 clinical trials across 891 conditions. There are 60 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as William T. Cash, Jason Fangusaro, MD, Edmund Waller, MD, and Thomas Cash, MD, MSc.
Where is Children's Healthcare of Atlanta located?
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston Hospital, located at 1405 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30322, offers a range of services including emergency care, cardiac care, and transplant care. Situated on the Emory University School of Medicine campus in DeKalb County, the hospital provides convenient parking in the garage beneath the building, with elevators available to transport visitors to their desired floor.
Who should I call to ask about financial aid or insurance network?
For financial assistance at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta:
- Contact the Financial Counseling Department at 1575 Northeast Expressway, Atlanta, GA 30329, or call (404) 785-5060.
- Apply by downloading the application from their website or request it via fax at (404) 785-9236, or email at financialcounselingdept@choa.org. Submit completed applications to financialassistanceapplications@choa.org or by mail.
- For insurance inquiries, call the general customer service line at 404-785-KIDS (5437).
What insurance does Children's Healthcare of Atlanta accept?
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including PeachCare for Kids, Medicaid, and most major medical insurances, with the exception of TriCare. Patients are encouraged to bring their insurance cards for each visit and pay their insurance copayment at the time of service. Additionally, they offer financial assistance programs, including charity care and payment plans, for those unable to pay their bills.
What awards or recognition has Children's Healthcare of Atlanta received?
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta has been awarded the ANCC Magnet Recognition® for its Egleston and Scottish Rite hospitals, signifying excellence in nursing. It ranks among the top pediatric hospitals in the U.S. News & World Report's "Best Children's Hospitals" for 2023-24, featuring in all 10 specialty areas. Furthermore, it is a 2023 Digital Health Most Wired Survey recipient by CHIME, excelling in analytics, population health, infrastructure, and patient engagement.