In addition to participating in clinical trials generated by Fox Chase Cancer Center for the Fox Chase Network, the Crozer Regional Cancer Center participates in studies coordinated by several national cancer research groups including the:
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Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG)
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National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSABP)
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Gynecologic Oncology Group (GOG)
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Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG)
Crozer-Keystone Health System has also been designated a Cancer Trials Support Unit (CTSU), part of a pilot project sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) for the support of a national network of physicians to participate in NCI-sponsored Phase III cancer treatment trials.
In addition to ongoing research with these cooperative groups, Crozer-Keystone works with pharmaceutical companies to better define the role of various targeted agents in cancer therapy. The consistent increase in oncology research activities reflects the center’s commitment to delivering state-of-the-art care to our community today and defining the standards of care for tomorrow.