Lung cancer Clinical Trials in Pikeville, KY

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting for Lung cancer in Pikeville, Kentucky. Lung cancer research focuses on targeted therapies for specific mutations such as EGFR, ALK, and KRAS, alongside immunotherapy regimens. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, and many studies also include study-related medical care at no cost.

Recruiting trial data synced daily from ClinicalTrials.gov. Last sync: .

Related specialties in Pikeville

Filter results
Filter results

1 clinical trial for Lung cancer

·Clear filters·↓ Download CSV

About research studies in Pikeville

Pikeville has approximately 3 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Kentucky hosts a diverse network of universities, academic medical centers, and community hospitals that run clinical trials across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and many other therapeutic areas.

Top Research Study Locations in Pikeville

Researchers run research studies in Pikeville, KY at 1 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

SiteSpecializes inActive trials
Pikeville Medical CenterLumbar Spinal Stenosis, Lung Cancer, Metastatic Colorectal Cancer3

Active & Upcoming Studies in Pikeville (2026)

Recruiting trials in Pikeville grouped by therapeutic area, drawn from ClinicalTrials.gov. Each bucket shows the most recent example studies.

Common conditions studied in Pikeville

  • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (1 active study). Recruiting Lumbar Spinal Stenosis studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Lung Cancer (1 active study). Lung cancer research focuses on targeted therapies for specific mutations such as EGFR, ALK, and KRAS, alongside immunotherapy regimens.
  • Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (1 active study). Colorectal cancer trials explore novel chemotherapy combinations, targeted agents, and immunotherapy for microsatellite-instability-high tumors.
  • Non-small Cell Lung Cancer (1 active study). Lung cancer research focuses on targeted therapies for specific mutations such as EGFR, ALK, and KRAS, alongside immunotherapy regimens.

Leading research sponsors in Pikeville

  • Amgen
  • Daiichi Sankyo
  • Stryker Instruments

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Kentucky are governed by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) standards, and federal HIPAA privacy rules. Every study is reviewed by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect participant safety and ensure informed consent. Kentucky research additionally follows state public health department oversight and any applicable state privacy statutes.

Compensation & what to expect

How payment typically works
Compensation is most often provided through reloadable electronic study cards or direct deposit, paid out per completed visit rather than as a lump sum. Amounts vary by the time required, the number of visits, and the study's complexity — overnight stays and inpatient pharmacology studies generally pay more than short outpatient surveys. The exact amount is disclosed in writing during informed consent before any visit.
Healthy volunteers
Healthy participants aged 18 and older can earn compensation by joining vaccine, pharmacology, and biomarker studies in Pikeville. These trials check how a new drug or vaccine behaves in healthy bodies before later-phase testing. Many sites maintain a healthy-volunteer registry so you hear about new opportunities first.
What's included beyond payment
Most trials cover study-related medical care at no cost — physical exams, lab work, imaging, the investigational treatment itself, and follow-up visits with the research team. Insurance is not required to participate. Free check-ups and access to specialists are common reasons participants return for additional studies.
Travel and time
Many sponsors reimburse travel, parking, mileage, and lost wages for visit days. Long-running studies and trials that require frequent visits often raise stipends accordingly. Ask the study coordinator for the visit schedule and reimbursement policy before you commit.
Asking about compensation
Compensation is set per protocol and per site, so figures are not published in trial registries. The fastest way to confirm payment for a specific study is to contact the recruiting site listed on the study record. Coordinators are accustomed to this question and will quote the per-visit and total amounts up front.

How to find a clinical trial in Pikeville

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Pikeville from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshes the list daily. Use the filters above to narrow by condition, facility, age, phase, or healthy-volunteer eligibility, then click any study title to view full details — eligibility criteria, intervention, location, and sponsor contact information. To enroll, reach out to the central study contact listed on the study detail page; the research coordinator will walk you through the screening process.

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Pikeville?

There are approximately 3 recruiting clinical trials in Pikeville, Kentucky listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Pikeville pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Pikeville compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Pikeville?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Pikeville?

The most common conditions under active study in Pikeville include Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (1), Lung Cancer (1), Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (1), Non-small Cell Lung Cancer (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Pikeville?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Pikeville on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Pikeville?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in Pikeville?

Recruiting research sites in Pikeville include Pikeville Medical Center, among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

What kinds of studies are recruiting in Pikeville right now?

The largest active categories in Pikeville are Cancer & tumors (2). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

Browse more clinical trials

Related healthcare resources in Kentucky

Trials by condition in Pikeville