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University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
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Global Leader in Cancer
Global Leader in Breast Cancer
Conducts research for Tumors
Conducts research for Leukemia
Conducts research for Lung Cancer
361 reported clinical trials
3 medical researchers
Summary
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada is a medical facility located in Las Vegas, Nevada. This center is recognized for care of Cancer, Breast Cancer, Tumors, Leukemia, Lung Cancer and other specialties. University Medical Center of Southern Nevada is involved with conducting 361 clinical trials across 544 conditions. There are 3 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as John A. Ellerton, Alan K. Ikeda, and Chowdhury Ahsan, MD.Area of expertise
1Cancer
Global LeaderStage IV
Stage I
Stage III
2Breast Cancer
Global LeaderER positive
HER2 positive
HER2 negative
Top PIs
John A. EllertonOptumCare Cancer Care at Fort Apache4 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Cancer
Expert in Lung Cancer
135 reported clinical trials
214 drugs studied
Alan K. IkedaAlliance for Childhood Diseases/Cure 4 the Kids Foundation6 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Tumors
Expert in Leukemia
51 reported clinical trials
108 drugs studied
Chowdhury Ahsan, MDUMC of Southern Nevada4 years of reported clinical research
Studies Heart Failure
Studies COVID-19
3 reported clinical trials
7 drugs studied
Clinical Trials running at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
Breast Cancer
Cancer
Lung Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Bladder Carcinoma
Osteosarcoma
Gastric Cancer
Germ Cell Tumors
Renal Cell Carcinoma
Chemotherapy Reduction After Surgery
for Breast Cancer
This study is evaluating whether a combination of drugs may help treat breast cancer.
Recruiting1 award Phase 227 criteria
Symptom Monitoring
for Young Women on Hormone Therapy
This phase III trial compares the effect of active symptom monitoring and patient education to patient education alone in helping young women with stage I-III breast cancer stay on their hormone therapy medicines. The patient education tool contains interactive weblinks which provide patients with education material about breast cancer and side effects of therapy. Symptom monitoring is a weblink via email or text message with questions asking about symptoms. Hormone therapy for breast cancer can cause side effects, and may cause some women to stop treatment early. Asking about symptoms more often may help women keep taking hormone therapy medicines.
Recruiting1 award N/A13 criteria
T-DM1 + Tucatinib
for Breast Cancer
This study is evaluating whether a combination of two drugs may help prevent breast cancer from coming back.
Recruiting1 award Phase 313 criteria
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of research happens at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada?
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada is a medical facility located in Las Vegas, Nevada. This center is recognized for care of Cancer, Breast Cancer, Tumors, Leukemia, Lung Cancer and other specialties. University Medical Center of Southern Nevada is involved with conducting 361 clinical trials across 544 conditions. There are 3 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as John A. Ellerton, Alan K. Ikeda, and Chowdhury Ahsan, MD.
Where is University Medical Center of Southern Nevada located?
The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada is situated at 1800 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV. For access, from I-15 South, exit at West Charleston Blvd and proceed west; the hospital is located on the right.
Who should I call to ask about financial aid or insurance network?
For financial assistance at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada, contact the Financial Arrangements Office at 806.775.9045 or 1.866.888.3267 for eligibility and application assistance for programs like the Lubbock County Medical Indigent Program. The Resource Assistance Department is also available at 806.775.9014 or 1.800.383.8039 for inpatient financial assistance eligibility. For insurance inquiries, call 702-383-2000.
What insurance does University Medical Center of Southern Nevada accept?
The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada accepts a variety of insurance plans, including most commercial plans for primary and specialty clinics (excluding myGeneration Senior Clinics) and Medicaid plans through Health Plan of Nevada, a UnitedHealthcare Company. Their Medicaid coverage includes comprehensive healthcare services like unlimited primary care visits, mental health appointments, and substance use treatment. Additionally, employees have access to two health plan options: Clark County Self-Funded (PPO) and Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO).
What awards or recognition has University Medical Center of Southern Nevada received?
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC) is recognized as the region's Metropolitan Anchor Hospital and Nevada's only hospital with a Level 1 trauma center and transplant center. UMC boasts a robust ambulatory division with 15 clinics across the valley and a partnership with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Medical School, establishing it as a leading academic medical center. Despite financial challenges, UMC reinvests profits into facility improvements, human capital, and community outreach.