About Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are the primary means by which new cancer treatments are developed, tested, and approved for use. Most stomach (gastric) cancer patients are diagnosed at advanced stages, so treatment is difficult and complex. Therefore, clinical trials for new drugs are essential. Currently, numerous trials are underway in cancer centers across the country and the world, directed at improving the treatment and outcomes for stomach, esophageal, and GE junction cancer patients at all stages. Every patient diagnosed with these diseases should ask about clinical trials and should be treated in a facility which participates in research studies. While not every patient will end up enrolling in a trial, it is critical to be aware of the importance of these studies in advancing the treatment for stomach, esophageal, and GE junction cancer and to have access to an appropriate trial if needed.
Matching Service & Information for Stomach/Gastric, Esophageal, and GE Junction Cancer
Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer has partnered with Carebox Health to provide free clinical trial matching services to stomach, esophageal, and GE junction cancer patients, family members, and caregivers. For more information on clinical trials and to find clinical trials, simply click the button below.
Understanding Cancer Clinical Trials
Learn the fundamentals of cancer clinical trials through this educational series developed in collaboration with CancerCare. Explore how clinical trials work, the different phases of research, patient rights and protections, and the support available throughout the clinical trial journey. This playlist is designed to help patients and caregivers better understand clinical trials and make informed decisions about their care.
Clinical Trials Webinar Series
Stay up to date on the latest stomach cancer clinical trials through expert-led webinars from Debbie’s Dream Foundation. Hear directly from leading clinicians and researchers as they discuss emerging research, trial opportunities, and advances that are shaping the future of stomach cancer treatment.
Why Representation in Clinical Trials Matters
Clinical trials are most valuable when they include people with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. In this educational video, Dr. Craig A. Lockhart discusses why broad participation in cancer clinical trials matters and how greater representation can help researchers better understand how treatments may work across different patient populations.
Watch the interview to learn why representation in clinical trials matters and how broader participation can help advance cancer research for all patients.
Featured Clinical Trial Opportunities
Debbie’s Dream Foundation features stomach cancer clinical trial opportunities from academic institutions, healthcare organizations, and industry sponsors to help increase awareness of research opportunities for the stomach cancer community. Featured studies are reviewed for relevance and clearly identified where applicable. Inclusion does not constitute an endorsement by Debbie’s Dream Foundation.
Know Your Biomarkers
Biomarker testing plays an important role in personalizing stomach cancer treatment. Understanding your tumor’s biomarkers can help your healthcare team determine whether targeted therapies, immunotherapies, or clinical trials may be appropriate for you.
Explore our biomarker resources to learn why testing matters, what questions to ask your healthcare team, and how biomarker results may help guide treatment decisions.
Ask the Expert: The Role of Biomarkers in Stomach Cancer
In this Ask the Expert interview, Dr. Samuel Klempner of Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center and Harvard Medical School explains how biomarkers can help guide stomach cancer treatment decisions and identify potential treatment and clinical trial options.
Watch the interview to learn more about biomarker testing and the role it can play in personalized stomach cancer care.
Biomarkers Educational Videos
Co-branded with CancerCare and featuring other industry partners, these videos provide invaluable insights, resources, and support to help you navigate understanding your biomarkers with confidence and understanding.