Dr. Christine M. Bestvina
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Area of expertise
Lung Cancer
Christine M. Bestvina has run 19 trials for Lung Cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Christine M. Bestvina has run 11 trials for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
Affiliated Hospitals
University Of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center
UC Comprehensive Cancer Center At Silver Cross
Clinical Trials Christine M. Bestvina is currently running
Durvalumab + Radiation
for Small Cell Lung Cancer
This this study is for individuals who have treatment-naïve extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (small cell lung cancer that wont respond to treatment). Doctors leading this study hope to learn if combining durvalumab, carboplatin and etoposide with hyofractionated ablative radiation therapy (radiation focused on certain parts of the body) will help treat your cancer and improve how long you can live with extensive-stage small cell cancer without it getting worse (progression-free survival). Your participation in this research will last about 48 months. Durvalumab along with chemotherapy has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of small cell lung cancer along with chemotherapy. This study is testing the addition of radiation to durvalumab and chemotherapy.
Recruiting
1 award
Phase 2
14 criteria
LY4050784
for Advanced Cancer
The main purpose of this study is to find out whether the study drug, LY4050784, is safe, tolerable and effective in participants alone or in combination with other anticancer agents. In addition, with locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors with a BRG1 (Brahma-related gene 1, also known as SMARCA4) alteration who have previously received, do not qualify for, or are refusing standard of care treatments, or there is no standard therapy available for the disease. The study is conducted in two parts - phase Ia (dose-escalation) and phase Ib (dose-optimization, dose-expansion). The study will last up to approximately 4 years.
Recruiting
1 award
Phase 1
2 criteria
More about Christine M. Bestvina
Clinical Trial Related
6 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 21 trials as a Principal Investigator · 6 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Christine M. Bestvina has experience with
- Carboplatin
- Pemetrexed
- Pembrolizumab
- Nivolumab
- Paclitaxel
- Durvalumab
Breakdown of trials Christine M. Bestvina has run
Lung Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Cancer
Solid Tumors
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need insurance to participate in a trial?
Almost all clinical trials will cover the cost of the ‘trial drug’ — so no insurance is required for this. For trials where this trial drug is given alongside an already-approved medication, there may be a cost (which your insurance would normally cover).
What does Christine M. Bestvina specialize in?
Christine M. Bestvina focuses on Lung Cancer and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. In particular, much of their work with Lung Cancer has involved Stage IV patients, or patients who are Stage III.
Is Christine M. Bestvina currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Christine M. Bestvina is currently recruiting for 6 clinical trials in Chicago Illinois. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Christine M. Bestvina has studied deeply?
Yes, Christine M. Bestvina has studied treatments such as Carboplatin, Pemetrexed, Pembrolizumab.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Christine M. Bestvina?
Apply for one of the trials that Christine M. Bestvina is conducting.
What is the office address of Christine M. Bestvina?
The office of Christine M. Bestvina is located at: University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center, Chicago, Illinois 60637 United States. This is the address for their practice at the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Is there any support for travel costs?
The coverage of travel expenses can vary greatly between different clinical trials. Please see more financial detail in the trials you’re interested to apply.
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