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Cancer clinical trials

Cancer clinical trials are researcher-led efforts to discover new, more-effective methods to treat your cancer. These trials may involve innovative medicines, traditional procedures and process improvements.

Clinical trials for cancer in Nashville

Are you considering a clinical trial for oncology research?

Sarah Cannon Cancer Network at TriStar Health gives you the opportunity to participate locally in research through Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) that may help find better ways to prevent, screen, diagnose or treat cancer. With our focus on physician-led, patient-centered care, we are helping to redefine cancer care throughout Nashville and Middle Tennessee.

Have cancer questions?

We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated, confidential helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7.

We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated, confidential helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7.

Our clinical research trial programs

TriStar Health partners with Sarah Cannon Cancer Network and Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) to offer our patients access to world-class care and advanced treatments.

Learn about clinical trials

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. It has conducted more than 850 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA in the past decade.

FAQs about clinical trials

Our partners at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute have answered these common questions about clinical trials:

Types of clinical trials available

The number and type of active clinical trials available changes regularly. Your eligibility to participate depends on several criteria, including age, gender, your cancer type and stage, any previous treatments you may have had, and your overall medical history. If you’re interested in participating in a clinical trial, please with your doctor to determine if a trial may be right for you or search SCRI’s clinical trial database below.

Search clinical trials through SCRI

About Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute

HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network delivers you exceptional cancer care through cutting-edge, specialized treatments, multidisciplinary collaboration and care that is tailored to you. Our teams of passionate caregivers and global oncology experts across the United States and United Kingdom offer services and expertise that extend across many types of cancer. Together with the full support of HCA Healthcare – a leading provider of cancer care and research – we’re with you and your family from diagnosis through survivorship.

askSARAH Helpline

Have cancer questions? We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential. Contact askSARAH at (615) 514-2401.

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