Dr. Robert J. Behrens
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About Robert J. Behrens
Education:
- Graduated with a BS in Chemistry, with distinction, from Iowa State University, 1992.
- Earned an MD from the University of Iowa College of Medicine, 1997.
Experience:
- Completed Residency in Internal Medicine at Johns Hopkins University / Sinai Hospital, 2000.
- Fellowship in immuno-therapy of cancer at the National Cancer Institute, 2003.
- Joined Mission Cancer + Blood in 2003, with board certifications in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine.
- Actively involved in national cancer vaccine trials and serves at multiple medical centers.
Area of expertise
Breast Cancer
Robert J. Behrens has run 9 trials for Breast Cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
Breast Cancer
Robert J. Behrens has run 8 trials for Breast cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
Affiliated Hospitals
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Medical Oncology And Hematology Associates-Des Moines
Clinical Trials Robert J. Behrens is currently running
Chemotherapy + Radiotherapy
for Esophageal and Gastric Cancer
This phase III trial studies how well the addition of radiotherapy to the usual treatment (chemotherapy) works compared to the usual treatment alone in treating patients with esophageal and gastric cancer that has spread to a limited number of other places in the body (oligometastatic disease). Radiotherapy uses high energy x-rays, gamma rays, or protons to kill tumor cells and shrink tumors. Drugs used in usual chemotherapy, such as leucovorin, 5-fluorouracil, oxaliplatin, and capecitabine, 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. Adding radiotherapy to the usual chemotherapy may work better compared to the usual chemotherapy alone in treating patients with esophageal and gastric cancer.
Recruiting
2 awards
Phase 3
20 criteria
Myopenia
for Colorectal Cancer
This study will examine the association between low muscle mass (myopenia) at diagnosis and chemotherapy toxicity in older adults with newly diagnosed advanced colorectal cancer.
Recruiting
1 award
N/A
6 criteria
More about Robert J. Behrens
Clinical Trial Related
5 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 43 trials as a Principal Investigator · 14 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Robert J. Behrens has experience with
- Paclitaxel
- Cisplatin
- Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy
- Fluorouracil
- Radiation Therapy
- Trastuzumab
Breakdown of trials Robert J. Behrens has run
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer
Prostate Cancer
Colorectal 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 Robert J. Behrens specialize in?
Robert J. Behrens focuses on Breast Cancer and Breast cancer. In particular, much of their work with Breast Cancer has involved HER2 positive patients, or patients who are Stage II.
Is Robert J. Behrens currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Robert J. Behrens is currently recruiting for 14 clinical trials in Des Moines Iowa. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Robert J. Behrens has studied deeply?
Yes, Robert J. Behrens has studied treatments such as Paclitaxel, Cisplatin, Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Robert J. Behrens?
Apply for one of the trials that Robert J. Behrens is conducting.
What is the office address of Robert J. Behrens?
The office of Robert J. Behrens is located at: Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines, Iowa 50309 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Iowa Methodist 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.
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