Kidney cancer Clinical Trials in West Reading, PA

As of June 2026, 2 paid clinical trials are recruiting for Kidney cancer in West Reading, Pennsylvania. Recruiting Kidney cancer studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, and many studies also include study-related medical care at no cost.

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About research studies in West Reading

West Reading has approximately 46 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Pennsylvania hosts UPenn's Perelman School of Medicine and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia — pioneers in CAR-T cell therapy — alongside UPMC, Thomas Jefferson University, and Penn State Hershey.

Top Research Study Locations in West Reading

Researchers run research studies in West Reading, PA at 9 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
Reading HospitalAcute Myeloid Leukemia, Breast Cancer, Anatomic Stage I Breast Cancer AJCC v836
Reading Hospital - McGlinn Cancer InstituteKRAS G12C Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Refractory Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma2
Cardiology Associates of West ReadingPercutaneous Coronary Intervention, Peripheral Endovascular Intervention1
McGlinn Cancer InstituteB Cell Lymphoma, Mantle Cell Lymphoma1
McGlinn Cancer Institute Reading HospitalCarcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung1
Reading Health SystemProstate Cancer1
Reading Hospital and Medical CenterTriple Negative Breast Cancer1
Reading Hospital, an affiliate of Tower HealthDiabetes Education, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Lifestyle Modification1
Tower Health Reading HospitalAbdominal Wound Dehiscence, Anal Fistula, Hidradenitis Suppurativa1

Active & Upcoming Studies in West Reading (2026)

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

Common conditions studied in West Reading

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia (5 active studies). Leukemia trials evaluate targeted inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapies, and novel combinations for acute and chronic forms of the disease.
  • Breast Cancer (4 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Anatomic Stage I Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (3 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (3 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Stage IIIB Lung Cancer AJCC v8 (3 active studies). Lung cancer research focuses on targeted therapies for specific mutations such as EGFR, ALK, and KRAS, alongside immunotherapy regimens.
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia Arising From Previous Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasm (2 active studies). Leukemia trials evaluate targeted inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapies, and novel combinations for acute and chronic forms of the disease.

Leading research sponsors in West Reading

  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • NRG Oncology
  • Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
  • ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group
  • SWOG Cancer Research Network

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Pennsylvania 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. Pennsylvania 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 West Reading. 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 West Reading

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in West Reading 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 West Reading?

There are approximately 46 recruiting clinical trials in West Reading, Pennsylvania listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in West Reading pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in West Reading 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 West Reading?

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 West Reading?

The most common conditions under active study in West Reading include Acute Myeloid Leukemia (5), Breast Cancer (4), Anatomic Stage I Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (3), Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (3), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in West Reading?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in West Reading 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 West Reading?

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 West Reading?

Recruiting research sites in West Reading include Reading Hospital, Reading Hospital - McGlinn Cancer Institute, Cardiology Associates of West Reading, 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 West Reading right now?

The largest active categories in West Reading are Cancer & tumors (37), Cardiovascular (3), Mental health & behavior (1). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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