Clinical Trials and Studies

Cancer Clinical Trials: Your Path to New Treatments

Cancer clinical trials are medical research studies. They help find new and better ways to treat cancer. They give hope to people with cancer now and in the future.

At Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, we offer trials for all cancer types. These trials connect patients with the latest treatments that may not be widely available.

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Patient Guide to Clinical Trials

When standard treatments do not work or are not available, a clinical trial might provide a chance to try a new treatment option. The patient guide to clinical trials explains what clinical trials are, the different types and stages of trials, and clears up common misunderstandings.

Provider Referral Guide

If you have a patient who may benefit from a clinical trial, you can refer them to us. This guide has information on how to refer eligible patients to ongoing trials. Our team is here to help answer your questions and support patients every step of the way.

Guide to Enroll in a Clinical Trial

To join a clinical trial, first, find a study that is right for you. Talk to your doctor or care team. They can help you decide if a trial is a good choice based on your condition, treatment history and health goals. More information about the process is available on the Guide to Enroll page.

Considering Participation in a Clinical Trial

Joining a clinical trial is a personal choice. But before you join, it is important to know the possible benefits and risks. Talking to your care team and asking questions can give you confidence and help you make the best decision for your health.

Gain access to new treatments that are not yet widely available.
Receive extra care and close monitoring from a team of experts.
Explore more options if standard treatments are not helping.
Learn more about your illness or condition.
Help doctors discover better treatments for future patients.

Participation in clinical trials is voluntary. You can choose to leave or withdraw from a clinical trial at any time. Before you join, the research team will explain the purpose of the trial and what you will need to do. You will be asked to sign an informed consent form, which includes information about all known risks and side effects, so you can consider them before deciding to join.

If you join a clinical trial, throughout your participation, you can talk about any concerns, ask questions, and tell the care and research teams about any changes in your health.

Other considerations:

Extra visits and tests may be part of the trial.
Scheduling appointments may require some extra planning.
The new treatment may have side effects that are not yet fully known.

Learn more about Informed Consent.

Before deciding to join a clinical trial, it’s helpful to discuss these questions with your healthcare provider.

Understanding the Trial:

What is the purpose of this trial?
What phase is it in?
Is the trial funded or sponsored?
What other treatment options do I have?

Benefits and Risks:

What benefits might I have?
What risks or side effects should I know about?
Will I receive experimental treatment or a placebo?

Practical Considerations:

What does participating involve?
What tests will I need to take?
How might this change my daily life?
How long will the trial last? What happens after?
What costs will I face, and what does insurance cover?

Your Rights and Care:

What if I want to leave the trial early?
How will my privacy and data be protected?
Who will oversee my care during the trial?

Looking Ahead:

What are my options if I do not join this trial?
When and how will I learn about my study results?

Contact Us:

If you are interested in learning more about clinical trials offered at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, please contact our clinical research team with any questions.

Clinical Trial Inquiries: 402-559-7507 or fpbcc-cto@unmc.edu
Research Subject Advocate Office: 402-559-6941 or unmcrsa@unmc.edu
Patient Financial Services: 402-559-3140 or pasfinancialcounselors@nebraskamed.com

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