Clinical Trials for Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers worldwide, affecting roughly 1 in 8 women in the United States. Researchers are continually testing new targeted therapies, immunotherapy combinations, and novel chemotherapy regimens that may offer better outcomes than current standard-of-care options. Participating in a clinical trial gives patients access to cutting-edge treatments while contributing to advances that benefit future patients.
Find Breast Cancer Trials Near You
Search thousands of actively recruiting studies — filter by your location, age, stage, and phase. Updated daily from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Search Breast Cancer Trials →What to Expect as a Participant
- You will go through an eligibility screening — typically based on cancer stage, prior treatments, and biomarkers (e.g. HER2, ER/PR status).
- Study visits may occur at a cancer center and can range from weekly infusions to quarterly check-ins depending on the trial design.
- The experimental treatment is usually provided at no cost; some trials also cover imaging and lab tests related to the study.
- You can withdraw at any time — participation is always voluntary and does not affect your access to standard care.
Common Questions
How do I find a breast cancer clinical trial near me?
Use TrialFinder to search by condition and enter your state or zip code. Results are sorted by recency and can be filtered by phase, sex, and distance so you see only studies recruiting near you.
What phases of breast cancer trials are available?
Trials span Phase 1 (first-in-human safety), Phase 2 (early efficacy), Phase 3 (comparison to standard care in large populations), and Phase 4 (post-approval monitoring). Filter by phase in TrialFinder to narrow your results.
Is it safe to join a breast cancer clinical trial?
All trials are reviewed by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) for participant safety. Phase 3 trials in particular compare an experimental treatment against the best available current therapy — you will not receive a placebo if an effective standard treatment exists.
Will I have to pay for trial treatment?
The investigational drug or device is almost always provided free of charge. Travel stipends and compensation for time vary by study — ask the study coordinator about reimbursements when you call to screen.