Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam
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Area of expertise
Pancreatic Cancer
Kannan Thanikachalam has run 3 trials for Pancreatic Cancer. Some of their research focus areas include:
Pancreatic Carcinoma
Kannan Thanikachalam has run 2 trials for Pancreatic Carcinoma. Some of their research focus areas include:
Affiliated Hospitals
Thomas Hospital
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
Clinical Trials Kannan Thanikachalam is currently running
Nivolumab + Standard Treatment
for Stomach and Esophageal Cancer
This phase II/III trial compares the addition of nivolumab to the usual treatment of paclitaxel and ramucirumab to paclitaxel and ramucirumab alone in treating patients with gastric or esophageal adenocarcinoma that may have spread from where it first started to nearby tissue, lymph nodes, or distant parts of the body (advanced). A monoclonal antibody is a type of protein that can bind to certain targets in the body, such as molecules that cause the body to make an immune response (antigens). Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as nivolumab, may help the body's immune system attack the cancer, and may interfere with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread. Ramucirumab is a monoclonal antibody that may prevent the growth of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow. Paclitaxel is in a class of medications called antimicrotubule agents. It stops cancer cells from growing and dividing and may kill them. Adding nivolumab to ramucirumab and paclitaxel may work better to treat patients with advanced stomach or esophageal cancer.
Recruiting
1 award
Phase 2 & 3
20 criteria
Olaparib
for Pancreatic Cancer
This phase II trial investigates how well the addition of olaparib following completion of surgery and chemotherapy works in treating patients with pancreatic cancer that has been surgically removed (resected) and has a pathogenic mutation in BRCA1, BRCA2, or PALB2. Olaparib is an inhibitor of PARP, an enzyme that helps repair deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) when it becomes damaged. Blocking PARP may help keep tumor cells from repairing their damaged DNA, causing them to die. PARP inhibitors are a type of targeted therapy.
Recruiting
0 awards
Phase 2
32 criteria
More about Kannan Thanikachalam
Clinical Trial Related
5 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 7 trials as a Principal Investigator · 5 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Kannan Thanikachalam has experience with
- Gemcitabine
- Fluorouracil
- NovoTTF-200T
- NovoTTF-100L(P)
- Nab Paclitaxel
- MFOLFIRINOX
Breakdown of trials Kannan Thanikachalam has run
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic Carcinoma
Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Esophageal cancer
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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 Kannan Thanikachalam specialize in?
Kannan Thanikachalam focuses on Pancreatic Cancer and Pancreatic Carcinoma. In particular, much of their work with Pancreatic Cancer has involved Stage IV patients, or patients who are BRCA1 positive.
Is Kannan Thanikachalam currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Kannan Thanikachalam is currently recruiting for 5 clinical trials in Fairhope Alabama. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Kannan Thanikachalam has studied deeply?
Yes, Kannan Thanikachalam has studied treatments such as Gemcitabine, Fluorouracil, NovoTTF-200T.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Kannan Thanikachalam?
Apply for one of the trials that Kannan Thanikachalam is conducting.
What is the office address of Kannan Thanikachalam?
The office of Kannan Thanikachalam is located at: Thomas Hospital, Fairhope, Alabama 36532 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Thomas 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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