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Dr. Jessica Altman, MD

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Northwestern University

Studies T-Lymphoblastic Leukemia/Lymphoma
Studies Acute Myeloid Leukemia
11 reported clinical trials
26 drugs studied

Area of expertise

1T-Lymphoblastic Leukemia/Lymphoma
Jessica Altman, MD has run 9 trials for T-Lymphoblastic Leukemia/Lymphoma. Some of their research focus areas include:
FLT3 positive
MLL PTD positive
HOXA10 positive
2Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Jessica Altman, MD has run 9 trials for Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Some of their research focus areas include:
FLT3 positive
MLL PTD positive
HOXA10 positive

Affiliated Hospitals

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Northwestern University
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Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

Clinical Trials Jessica Altman, MD is currently running

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Venetoclax + HMA

for Acute Myeloid Leukemia

This phase II MyeloMATCH treatment trial compares the usual treatment of azacitidine and venetoclax to the combination treatment of azacitidine, venetoclax and gilteritinib in treating older and unfit patients with acute myeloid leukemia and FLT3 mutations. Azacitidine is a drug that is absorbed into DNA and leads to the activation of cancer suppressor genes, which are genes that help control cell growth. Venetoclax is in a class of medications called B-cell lymphoma-2 (BCL-2) inhibitors. It may stop the growth of cancer cells by blocking Bcl-2, a protein needed for cancer cell survival. Gilteritinib is in a class of medications called kinase inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of a certain naturally occurring substance that may be needed to help cancer cells multiply. This study may help doctors find out if these different approaches are better than the usual approaches. To decide if they are better, the study doctors are looking to see if the study drugs lead to a higher percentage of patients achieving a deeper remission compared to the usual approach.
Recruiting1 award Phase 27 criteria
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Pembrolizumab + TKI

for Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

This phase II trial studies how well pembrolizumab and dasatinib, imatinib mesylate, or nilotinib work in treating patients with chronic myeloid leukemia and persistent detection of minimal residual disease, defined as the levels of a gene product called bcr-abl in the blood. Monoclonal antibodies, such as pembrolizumab, may interfere with the ability of cancer cells to grow and spread. Dasatinib, imatinib mesylate, and nilotinib may stop the growth of cancer cells by blocking some of the enzymes needed for cell growth. Giving pembrolizumab and dasatinib, imatinib mesylate, or nilotinib may work better in treating patients with chronic myeloid leukemia.
Recruiting1 award Phase 2

More about Jessica Altman, MD

Clinical Trial Related1 year of experience running clinical trials · Led 11 trials as a Principal Investigator · 5 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Jessica Altman, MD has experience with
  • Azacitidine
  • Venetoclax
  • Gilteritinib
  • Cytarabine
  • Nintedanib
  • CC-90009

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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 Jessica Altman, MD specialize in?
Jessica Altman, MD focuses on T-Lymphoblastic Leukemia/Lymphoma and Acute Myeloid Leukemia. In particular, much of their work with T-Lymphoblastic Leukemia/Lymphoma has involved FLT3 positive patients, or patients who are MLL PTD positive.
Is Jessica Altman, MD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Jessica Altman, MD is currently recruiting for 5 clinical trials in Evanston Illinois. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Jessica Altman, MD has studied deeply?
Yes, Jessica Altman, MD has studied treatments such as Azacitidine, Venetoclax, Gilteritinib.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Jessica Altman, MD?
Apply for one of the trials that Jessica Altman, MD is conducting.
What is the office address of Jessica Altman, MD?
The office of Jessica Altman, MD is located at: Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois 60208 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Northwestern University.
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.