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Houston, Texas 77030
Global Leader in Brain Tumor
Global Leader in Cancer
Conducts research for HIV Infection
Conducts research for Leukemia
Conducts research for Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
782 reported clinical trials
118 medical researchers
Summary
Texas Children's Hospital is a medical facility located in Houston, Texas. This center is recognized for care of Brain Tumor, Cancer, HIV Infection, Leukemia, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and other specialties. Texas Children's Hospital is involved with conducting 782 clinical trials across 1,175 conditions. There are 118 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Jennifer Foster, MD, Patricia Baxter, MD, Carlos Ramos, MD, and Rayne H. Rouce.
Area of expertise
Brain Tumor
Texas Children's Hospital has run 50 trials for Brain Tumor. Some of their research focus areas include:
Cancer
Texas Children's Hospital has run 43 trials for Cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
Top PIs
Jennifer Foster, MD
Baylor College of Medicine/Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center
3 years of reported clinical research
Patricia Baxter, MD
Texas Children's Hospital
3 years of reported clinical research
Carlos Ramos, MD
Houston Methodist Hospital
3 years of reported clinical research
Rayne H. Rouce
Texas Children's Hospital
6 years of reported clinical research
Clinical Trials running at Texas Children's Hospital
Brain Tumor
Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Rett Syndrome
Adrenoleukodystrophy
Genetic Disorders
Cystic Fibrosis
Type 2 Diabetes
Down Syndrome
Leukoencephalopathy
Dabrafenib + Trametinib
for Brain Tumors
This trial is studying the effects of two cancer medications, dabrafenib and trametinib, in children. These drugs work by stopping signals that make cancer cells grow. Dabrafenib and trametinib have shown benefits in various BRAF-mutant tumors, including melanoma, lung cancer, and thyroid cancer. The goal is to see how these treatments affect children over time.
Recruiting
3 awards
Phase 4
7 criteria
DAY101 vs. Chemotherapy
for Pediatric Brain Cancer
This trial is testing tovorafenib, a medication given alone, in children with a specific type of brain tumor. The drug works by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells grow.
Recruiting
2 awards
Phase 3
Nivolumab + DAY101
for Craniopharyngioma
The current study assesses the tolerability and efficacy of monotherapy with pan-RAF-kinase (Tovorafenib) inhibition for the treatment of children and young adults with craniopharyngioma.
Recruiting
1 award
Phase 2
10 criteria
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of research happens at Texas Children's Hospital?
Texas Children's Hospital is a medical facility located in Houston, Texas. This center is recognized for care of Brain Tumor, Cancer, HIV Infection, Leukemia, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and other specialties. Texas Children's Hospital is involved with conducting 782 clinical trials across 1,175 conditions. There are 118 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Jennifer Foster, MD, Patricia Baxter, MD, Carlos Ramos, MD, and Rayne H. Rouce.
Where is Texas Children's Hospital located?
**Directions to Texas Children's Hospital, Houston:** - For direct access, take I-69 to Fannin St and proceed south. - For real-time navigation, use the Waze app and enter the address: 6621 Fannin St.
Who should I call to ask about financial aid or insurance network?
### Texas Children's Hospital Contact Information **Financial Assistance and Insurance Departments:** - **Hospital Billing Office:** 832-824-2300 - **Texas Children's Health Plan Member Services:** - **CHIP:** 832-828-1002 (Local), 1-866-959-6555 (Toll-Free), TTY 800-735-2989 - **STAR:** 832-828-1001 (Local), 1-866-959-2555 (Toll-Free), TTY 800-735-2989 - **STAR Kids:** 832-828-1003 (Local), 1-800-659-5764 (Toll-Free), TTY 800-735-2989 **Appeals Department:** - **Address:** Texas Children’s Health Plan Attention: Appeals Department NB8390, PO Box 300709, Houston, TX 77230 - **Fax:** 832-825-8796 - **Phone:** 832-828-1001 or 1-866-959-2555, TTY/TDD: 1-800-735-2989 ### UT Southwestern Medical Center Contact Information **Financial Assistance:** - **Phone:** 469-291-2000 or 866-648-2455 - **Address:** Financial Assistance, P.O. Box 36423, Dallas, Texas 75235-9662
What insurance does Texas Children's Hospital accept?
Texas Children's Hospital accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including but not limited to Aetna HMO, Aetna POS, Aetna PPO, BCBS BlueChoice PPO/EPO, BCBS Blue Essentials, BCBS Par Plan, and Choice Care Network PPO (Humana). Additionally, Texas Children's Health Plan provides no-cost health coverage for eligible children and young adults under 21 with disabilities. For the most current information on accepted insurance plans, contacting the hospital directly is advised.
What awards or recognition has Texas Children's Hospital received?
Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, Texas, is renowned for its pediatric cancer care, ranking among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report. It boasts over 250 active therapeutic clinical trials and receives $40 million in annual research funding. The Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute focuses on pediatric and adult brain disorders, with over 25 principal investigators and 200 scientists.
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Verified Trials Only
All of our trials are run by licensed doctors, researchers, and healthcare companies.