Dr. Amar Gajjar, MD
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Area of expertise
Brain Tumor
Amar Gajjar, MD has run 10 trials for Brain Tumor. Some of their research focus areas include:
Brain Cancer
Amar Gajjar, MD has run 6 trials for Brain Cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
Affiliated Hospitals
St Jude Children's Research Hospital
St. Jude Children Research Hospital
Clinical Trials Amar Gajjar, MD is currently running
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
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
More about Amar Gajjar, MD
Clinical Trial Related
6 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 11 trials as a Principal Investigator · 2 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Amar Gajjar, MD has experience with
- Dabrafenib
- Trametinib
- Alisertib
- Cisplatin
- Craniospinal Irradiation With Boost To The Primary Tumor Site
- Cyclophosphamide
Breakdown of trials Amar Gajjar, MD has run
Brain Tumor
Brain Cancer
Glioblastoma
Solid Tumors
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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 Amar Gajjar, MD specialize in?
Amar Gajjar, MD focuses on Brain Tumor and Brain Cancer. In particular, much of their work with Brain Tumor has involved H3.3K27M positive patients, or patients who are H3F3A.
Is Amar Gajjar, MD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Amar Gajjar, MD is currently recruiting for 2 clinical trials in Memphis Tennessee. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Amar Gajjar, MD has studied deeply?
Yes, Amar Gajjar, MD has studied treatments such as Dabrafenib, Trametinib, Alisertib.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Amar Gajjar, MD?
Apply for one of the trials that Amar Gajjar, MD is conducting.
What is the office address of Amar Gajjar, MD?
The office of Amar Gajjar, MD is located at: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee 38105 United States. This is the address for their practice at the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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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