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Washington, District of Columbia 20010
Global Leader in Brain Tumor
Global Leader in Solid Tumors
Conducts research for Cancer
Conducts research for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Conducts research for Leukemia
1070 reported clinical trials
71 medical researchers
Summary
Children's National Medical Center is a medical facility located in Washington, District of Columbia. This center is recognized for care of Brain Tumor, Solid Tumors, Cancer, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Leukemia and other specialties. Children's National Medical Center is involved with conducting 1,070 clinical trials across 1,398 conditions. There are 71 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Jeffrey S. Dome, AeRang Kim, MD, PhD, Eugene Hwang, MD, and Lindsay Kilburn, MD.
Area of expertise
Brain Tumor
Children's National Medical Center has run 155 trials for Brain Tumor. Some of their research focus areas include:
Solid Tumors
Children's National Medical Center has run 131 trials for Solid Tumors. Some of their research focus areas include:
Top PIs
Jeffrey S. Dome
Children's National Medical Center
8 years of reported clinical research
AeRang Kim, MD, PhD
Children's National Medical Center
7 years of reported clinical research
Eugene Hwang, MD
Children's National Medical Center
5 years of reported clinical research
Lindsay Kilburn, MD
Children's National Medical Center
6 years of reported clinical research
Clinical Trials running at Children's National Medical Center
Brain Tumor
Sickle Cell Disease
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Neuroblastoma
Testicular cancer
Cancer
Wilms Tumor
Polycystic Kidney Disease
Hypercholesterolemia
Neurofibromatosis
Dabrafenib + Trametinib
for Brain Tumors
This trial is studying the effects of two cancer medications, dabrafenib and trametinib, in children. These drugs work by stopping signals that make cancer cells grow. Dabrafenib and trametinib have shown benefits in various BRAF-mutant tumors, including melanoma, lung cancer, and thyroid cancer. The goal is to see how these treatments affect children over time.
Recruiting
3 awards
Phase 4
7 criteria
Selumetinib vs. Chemotherapy
for Brain Cancer
This trial is comparing a new drug, selumetinib, with standard chemotherapy to treat patients with a specific type of brain tumor. The patients do not have a certain genetic mutation and are not affected by a genetic disorder. Selumetinib works by blocking enzymes needed for tumor growth, while the standard drugs kill or stop tumor cells from dividing.
Recruiting
2 awards
Phase 3
DAY101 vs. Chemotherapy
for Pediatric Brain Cancer
This trial is testing tovorafenib, a medication given alone, in children with a specific type of brain tumor. The drug works by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells grow.
Recruiting
2 awards
Phase 3
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of research happens at Children's National Medical Center?
Children's National Medical Center is a medical facility located in Washington, District of Columbia. This center is recognized for care of Brain Tumor, Solid Tumors, Cancer, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Leukemia and other specialties. Children's National Medical Center is involved with conducting 1,070 clinical trials across 1,398 conditions. There are 71 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Jeffrey S. Dome, AeRang Kim, MD, PhD, Eugene Hwang, MD, and Lindsay Kilburn, MD.
Where is Children's National Medical Center located?
Children's National Medical Center is located at 111 Michigan Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20010. It is easily accessible by car and public transportation, with directions and information available on the hospital's website.
Who should I call to ask about financial aid or insurance network?
For financial assistance at Children's National Medical Center, please call the Financial Information Center at 800-787-0021, option 6. If you have billing questions, reach out to the Customer Service Department at 301-572-3542. Our Customer Service Department is available Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
What insurance does Children's National Medical Center accept?
Children's National Medical Center accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including but not limited to Aetna Health Insurance, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO/HMO, Cigna Healthcare, and United Healthcare. They do not accept certain commercial plans such as Blue Cross & Blue Shield PPO (alpha prefix NYC), Tricare West, and UHC – Empire, among others. Additionally, specific Medicaid (State) Plans and Healthy Kids Plans like Freedom, Molina, and Staywell are not accepted.
What awards or recognition has Children's National Medical Center received?
Children's National Medical Center, located in Washington, D.C., is globally recognized as the 14th best children's hospital by Newsweek and holds the #5 rank in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is a Magnet®-designated facility, acknowledging its excellence in nursing, and has been awarded for its efforts in reducing anesthetic gases. Additionally, it ranks 7th among pediatric institutions for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, showcasing a strong commitment to medical research.
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Unbiased Results
We believe in providing patients with all the options.
Your Data Stays Your Data
We only share your information with the clinical trials you're trying to access.
Verified Trials Only
All of our trials are run by licensed doctors, researchers, and healthcare companies.