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Understanding Clinical Trials

Learn more about cancer research studies and if one is right for you. 

Considering a clinical trial?

Clinical trials are research studies that compare the standard treatment for a specific type or stage of cancer with a new approach. This can be a new drug, a combination of drugs or a different way of using established therapies. After a cancer diagnosis, it’s important to carefully consider all potential treatment options to know what’s best for you and discuss with your care team. 

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MCGI and the TAPUR™ study

MCGI and the TAPUR™ study

The Targeted Agent Profiling and Utilization Registry (TAPUR™) Study aims to assess molecularly targeted cancer drugs and gather data on their clinical outcomes for potential uses beyond FDA-approved indications.

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