Dr. Patricia A. Locantore-Ford
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Area of expertise
Cancer
Patricia A. Locantore-Ford has run 2 trials for Cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
HIV Infection
Patricia A. Locantore-Ford has run 2 trials for HIV Infection. Some of their research focus areas include:
Affiliated Hospitals
Pennsylvania Hospital
University Of Pennsylvania/Abramson Cancer Center
Clinical Trials Patricia A. Locantore-Ford is currently running
Selumetinib + Olaparib
for Ovarian and Endometrial Cancer
This phase II ComboMATCH treatment trial compares selumetinib plus olaparib to selumetinib alone in women with endometrial or ovarian (fallopian tube and primary peritoneal) cancer that has come back (recurrent) or that remains despite treatment (persistent) and harbors a mutation in the RAS pathway. Selumetinib may stop the growth of tumor cells by blocking some of the enzymes needed for cell growth. Olaparib is an inhibitor of PARP, an enzyme that helps repair deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) when it becomes damaged. Blocking PARP may help keep tumor cells from repairing their damaged DNA, causing them to die. PARP inhibitors are a type of targeted therapy. The addition of olaparib to selumetinib could increase the percentage of tumors that shrink as well as lengthen the time that the tumors remain stable (without progression) as compared to selumetinib alone.
Recruiting
1 award
Phase 2
Herceptin Hylecta or Phesgo + Chemotherapy
for Uterine Cancer
This phase III trial tests whether adding trastuzumab and hyaluronidase-oysk (Herceptin Hylecta \[TM\]) or pertuzumab, trastuzumab and hyaluronidase-zzxf (Phesgo \[TM\]) to the usual chemotherapy (paclitaxel and carboplatin) works to shrink tumors in patients with HER2 positive endometrial cancer. Trastuzumab and pertuzumab are monoclonal antibodies and forms of targeted therapy that attach to specific molecules (receptors) on the surface of tumor cells, known as HER2 receptors. When trastuzumab or pertuzumab attach to HER2 receptors, the signals that tell the cells to grow are blocked and the tumor cell may be marked for destruction by the body's immune system. Hyaluronidase is an endoglycosidase. It helps to keep pertuzumab and trastuzumab in the body longer, so that these medications will have a greater effect. Hyaluronidase also allows trastuzumab and trastuzumab/pertuzumab to be given by injection under the skin and shortens their administration time compared to trastuzumab or pertuzumab alone. Paclitaxel is a taxane and in a class of medications called antimicrotubule agents. It stops tumor cells from growing and dividing and may kill them. Carboplatin is in a class of medications known as platinum-containing compounds. It works in a way similar to the anticancer drug cisplatin, but may be better tolerated than cisplatin. Carboplatin works by killing, stopping or slowing the growth of tumor cells. Giving Herceptin Hylecta or Phesgo in combination with paclitaxel and carboplatin may shrink the tumor and prevent the cancer from coming back in patients with HER2 positive endometrial cancer.
Recruiting
2 awards
Phase 3
More about Patricia A. Locantore-Ford
Clinical Trial Related
2 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 7 trials as a Principal Investigator · 3 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Patricia A. Locantore-Ford has experience with
- Nivolumab
- Ipilimumab
- Etoposide
- Cyclophosphamide
- Ibrutinib
- Rituximab
Breakdown of trials Patricia A. Locantore-Ford has run
HIV Infection
Pancreatic Cancer
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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 Patricia A. Locantore-Ford specialize in?
Patricia A. Locantore-Ford focuses on Cancer and HIV Infection. In particular, much of their work with Cancer has involved Stage IV patients, or patients who are CD4+ cell count positive.
Is Patricia A. Locantore-Ford currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Patricia A. Locantore-Ford is currently recruiting for 3 clinical trials in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Patricia A. Locantore-Ford has studied deeply?
Yes, Patricia A. Locantore-Ford has studied treatments such as Nivolumab, Ipilimumab, Etoposide.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Patricia A. Locantore-Ford?
Apply for one of the trials that Patricia A. Locantore-Ford is conducting.
What is the office address of Patricia A. Locantore-Ford?
The office of Patricia A. Locantore-Ford is located at: Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Pennsylvania Hospital.
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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