Dr. Richard A. Peterson
Claim this profilePark Nicollet Clinic - Saint Louis Park
Studies Small Cell Lung Cancer
Studies Cancer
7 reported clinical trials
16 drugs studied
Area of expertise
1Small Cell Lung Cancer
Stage IV
Stage I
Stage II
2Cancer
Stage IV
Stage I
Stage II
Affiliated Hospitals
Clinical Trials Richard A. Peterson is currently running
Lomustine + Standard Therapy
for Glioblastoma
This phase III trial compares the effect of adding lomustine to temozolomide and radiation therapy versus temozolomide and radiation therapy alone in shrinking or stabilizing newly diagnosed MGMT methylated glioblastoma. Chemotherapy drugs, such as lomustine and temozolomide, 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. Radiation therapy uses high energy photons to kill tumor cells and shrink tumors. Adding lomustine to usual treatment of temozolomide and radiation therapy may help shrink and stabilize glioblastoma.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 34 criteria
Stereotactic Radiosurgery vs Whole-Brain Radiotherapy
for Brain Metastasis from Lung Cancer
This phase III trial compares the effect of stereotactic radiosurgery to standard of care memantine and whole brain radiation therapy that avoids the hippocampus (the memory zone of the brain) for the treatment of small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain. Stereotactic radiosurgery is a specialized radiation therapy that delivers a single, high dose of radiation directly to the tumor and may cause less damage to normal tissue. Whole brain radiation therapy delivers a low dose of radiation to the entire brain including the normal brain tissue. Hippocampal avoidance during whole-brain radiation therapy (HA-WBRT) decreases the amount of radiation that is delivered to the hippocampus which is a brain structure that is important for memory. The drug, memantine, is also often given with whole brain radiotherapy because it may decrease the risk of side effects related to thinking and memory. Stereotactic radiosurgery may decrease side effects related to memory and thinking compared to standard of care HA-WBRT plus memantine.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 315 criteria
More about Richard A. Peterson
Clinical Trial Related2 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 7 trials as a Principal Investigator · 5 Active Clinical TrialsTreatments Richard A. Peterson has experience with
- Radiation Therapy
- Bevacizumab
- NovoTTF-200A Device
- Clinical Observation
- Prophylactic Cranial Irradiation
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Breakdown of trials Richard A. Peterson has run
Small Cell Lung Cancer
Cancer
Meningioma
Small 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 Richard A. Peterson specialize in?
Richard A. Peterson focuses on Small Cell Lung Cancer and Cancer. In particular, much of their work with Small Cell Lung Cancer has involved Stage IV patients, or patients who are Stage I.
Is Richard A. Peterson currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Richard A. Peterson is currently recruiting for 5 clinical trials in Saint Louis Park Minnesota. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Richard A. Peterson has studied deeply?
Yes, Richard A. Peterson has studied treatments such as Radiation Therapy, Bevacizumab, NovoTTF-200A Device.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Richard A. Peterson?
Apply for one of the trials that Richard A. Peterson is conducting.
What is the office address of Richard A. Peterson?
The office of Richard A. Peterson is located at: Park Nicollet Clinic - Saint Louis Park, Saint Louis Park, Minnesota 55416 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Park Nicollet Clinic - Saint Louis Park.
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.