Dr. Kevin Becker
Claim this profileMaimonides Medical Center
Studies Lung Cancer
Studies Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
5 reported clinical trials
12 drugs studied
Area of expertise
1Lung Cancer
Stage II
Stage III
Stage I
2Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Stage II
Stage III
Stage I
Affiliated Hospitals
Clinical Trials Kevin Becker is currently running
Crizotinib
for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
This randomized phase III trial studies how well crizotinib works in treating patients with stage IB-IIIA non-small cell lung cancer that has been removed by surgery and has a mutation in a protein called anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK). Mutations, or changes, in ALK can make it very active and important for tumor cell growth and progression. Crizotinib may stop the growth of tumor cells by blocking the ALK protein from working. Crizotinib may be an effective treatment for patients with non-small cell lung cancer and an ALK fusion mutation.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 328 criteria
Immunotherapy + Chemotherapy
for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
This phase III ALCHEMIST trial tests the addition of pembrolizumab to usual chemotherapy for the treatment of stage IIA, IIB, IIIA or IIIB non-small cell lung cancer that has been removed by surgery. Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as pembrolizumab, may help the body's immune system attack the cancer, and may interfere with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread. Chemotherapy drugs, such as cisplatin, pemetrexed, carboplatin, gemcitabine hydrochloride, and paclitaxel, 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. Giving pembrolizumab with usual chemotherapy may help increase survival times in patients with stage IIA, IIB, IIIA or IIIB non-small cell lung cancer.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 327 criteria
More about Kevin Becker
Clinical Trial Related10 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 5 trials as a Principal Investigator · 3 Active Clinical TrialsTreatments Kevin Becker has experience with
- Biospecimen Collection
- Crizotinib
- Carboplatin
- Gemcitabine Hydrochloride
- Paclitaxel
- Pembrolizumab
Breakdown of trials Kevin Becker has run
Lung Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Skin Cancer
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
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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 Kevin Becker specialize in?
Kevin Becker focuses on Lung Cancer and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. In particular, much of their work with Lung Cancer has involved Stage II patients, or patients who are Stage III.
Is Kevin Becker currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Kevin Becker is currently recruiting for 3 clinical trials in Brooklyn New York. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Kevin Becker has studied deeply?
Yes, Kevin Becker has studied treatments such as Biospecimen Collection, Crizotinib, Carboplatin.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Kevin Becker?
Apply for one of the trials that Kevin Becker is conducting.
What is the office address of Kevin Becker?
The office of Kevin Becker is located at: Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York 11219 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Maimonides Medical 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.