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Albany Medical Center
Claim this profileAlbany, New York 12208
Global Leader in Tumors
Global Leader in Leukemia
Conducts research for Brain Tumor
Conducts research for Lymphoma
Conducts research for Cancer
343 reported clinical trials
38 medical researchers
Summary
Albany Medical Center is a medical facility located in Albany, New York. This center is recognized for care of Tumors, Leukemia, Brain Tumor, Lymphoma, Cancer and other specialties. Albany Medical Center is involved with conducting 343 clinical trials across 678 conditions. There are 38 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Lauren Weintraub, MD, Robert Busch, Sanjay Samy, MD, and Alexandra Paul, MD.Area of expertise
1Tumors
Global LeaderStage IV
Stage I
Stage II
2Leukemia
Global LeaderStage II
t(8;21)(q22;q22) positive
t(16;16)(p13;q22) positive
Top PIs
Lauren Weintraub, MDAlbany Medical Center6 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Tumors
Expert in Brain Tumor
66 reported clinical trials
120 drugs studied
Robert BuschAlbany Medical College, Division of Community Endocrinology10 years of reported clinical research
Studies Type 2 Diabetes
Studies Diabetes
13 reported clinical trials
17 drugs studied
Sanjay Samy, MDAlbany Medical Center5 years of reported clinical research
Studies Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Studies Aortic Valve Stenosis
5 reported clinical trials
11 drugs studied
Alexandra Paul, MDAlbany Medical Center3 years of reported clinical research
Studies Stroke
Studies Brain Aneurysm
6 reported clinical trials
10 drugs studied
Clinical Trials running at Albany Medical Center
Brain Tumor
Rhabdomyosarcoma
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Germ Cell Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Leukemia
Acute Leukemia
Astrocytoma
Selumetinib vs. Chemotherapy
for Brain Cancer
This study is evaluating whether a drug called selumetinib may help treat low-grade glioma.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 3
Selumetinib vs Carboplatin/Vincristine
for Brain Cancer
This study is evaluating whether a drug which blocks enzymes that tumor cells need for growth may help treat low-grade glioma.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 328 criteria
Selumetinib + Vinblastine
for Low-Grade Glioma
This study is evaluating whether a combination of two drugs may be more effective than one drug alone in treating low-grade glioma.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 339 criteria
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of research happens at Albany Medical Center?
Albany Medical Center is a medical facility located in Albany, New York. This center is recognized for care of Tumors, Leukemia, Brain Tumor, Lymphoma, Cancer and other specialties. Albany Medical Center is involved with conducting 343 clinical trials across 678 conditions. There are 38 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Lauren Weintraub, MD, Robert Busch, Sanjay Samy, MD, and Alexandra Paul, MD.
Where is Albany Medical Center located?
**Directions to Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY:**
- From I-90, take exit 2 for US-20 toward NY-5 Alt/Central Ave.
- Head west on US-20 W/Central Ave for about 1.5 miles.
- Turn left onto New Scotland Ave; the hospital is on your right.
Who should I call to ask about financial aid or insurance network?
For financial assistance at Albany Medical Center, contact the Patient Financial Services department at 518-583-8343 to understand program eligibility and discuss payment arrangements. This program covers services from Albany Med Health System entities, including Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany Medical College, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, and Saratoga Hospital. For insurance inquiries, reach the Patient Information line at 518-262-3125 or the Patient Billing department at 518-262-2800 or 866-262-7476.
What insurance does Albany Medical Center accept?
Albany Medical Center accepts a variety of insurance plans, including Aetna, BCBS VT, Brighton Healthcare, Highmark BlueShield, CDPHP, Empire BC/BS, Fidelis, Emblem Health, Humana/Choice Care, Martins Point, Medicaid, Medicare, RR Medicare, MultiPlan, MVP, Tricare, United Healthcare – Commercial, United Healthcare – Empire Plan, Univera, VT Medicaid, Wellcare (until January 1, 2024), and Worker’s Comp. It is important to note that Albany Med is a Non-Participating provider with Wellcare, and this status applies to Saratoga and Glens Falls as well. For billing and insurance specifics, including physician participation in insurance plans, it is recommended to contact the hospital or the individual physician directly.
What awards or recognition has Albany Medical Center received?
Albany Medical Center is renowned for its significant contributions to medicine and biomedical research, highlighted by the Albany Medical Center Prize, a $500,000 award for outstanding leadership in healthcare improvement or innovative research with patient care benefits. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission, the Commission on Cancer, and the American College of Surgeons, underscoring its dedication to high-quality care and patient safety.