Dr. Patrick Leavey, MD
Claim this profileUT Southwestern/Simmons Cancer Center-Dallas
Studies Tumors
Studies Sarcoma
16 reported clinical trials
34 drugs studied
About Patrick Leavey, MD
Education:
- Earned an MD (Doctor of Medicine).
Experience:
- Founded a multi-disciplinary program for children with bone tumors and other sarcomas at UT Southwestern/Simmons Cancer Center-Dallas.
- Was a founding member of the Sickle Cell Disease Clinical Trials Network and contributed to its development.
- Played a key role in the development of the North Texas clinical trial unit for sickle cell disease.
- Led the After the Cancer Experience (ACE) program, the premier pediatric cancer survivor program in North Texas.
Area of expertise
1Tumors
Stage IV
SMARCB1 positive
SMARCA4 positive
2Sarcoma
Stage IV
SMARCB1 positive
SMARCA4 positive
Affiliated Hospitals
Clinical Trials Patrick Leavey, MD is currently running
Chemotherapy
for Rhabdomyosarcoma
This trial is testing four different chemotherapy schedules for patients with a specific type of advanced cancer. The goal is to find the best way to treat the disease by comparing different timing and combinations of chemotherapy treatments.
Recruiting1 award Phase 2
Tiragolumab + Atezolizumab
for Solid Tumors
This trial studies how well tiragolumab and atezolizumab work in children and adults with difficult-to-treat tumors missing specific genes. These treatments help the immune system attack cancer and stop it from growing. Atezolizumab is an antibody that has been used with other treatments for various cancers.
Recruiting1 award Phase 1 & 214 criteria
More about Patrick Leavey, MD
Clinical Trial Related4 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 16 trials as a Principal Investigator · 8 Active Clinical TrialsTreatments Patrick Leavey, MD has experience with
- Ramucirumab
- Cyclophosphamide
- Vinorelbine
- Vincristine
- Questionnaire Administration
- Bosutinib
Breakdown of trials Patrick Leavey, MD has run
Tumors
Sarcoma
Recurrence
Osteosarcoma
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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 Patrick Leavey, MD specialize in?
Patrick Leavey, MD focuses on Tumors and Sarcoma. In particular, much of their work with Tumors has involved Stage IV patients, or patients who are SMARCB1 positive.
Is Patrick Leavey, MD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Patrick Leavey, MD is currently recruiting for 4 clinical trials in Dallas Texas. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Patrick Leavey, MD has studied deeply?
Yes, Patrick Leavey, MD has studied treatments such as Ramucirumab, Cyclophosphamide, Vinorelbine.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Patrick Leavey, MD?
Apply for one of the trials that Patrick Leavey, MD is conducting.
What is the office address of Patrick Leavey, MD?
The office of Patrick Leavey, MD is located at: UT Southwestern/Simmons Cancer Center-Dallas, Dallas, Texas 75390 United States. This is the address for their practice at the UT Southwestern/Simmons Cancer Center-Dallas.
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.