Doctor Column
Clinical Trials: Bedrock of Medical Advancements
August 15, 2025
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Many cancer patients inquire if they’re eligible to participate in clinical trials for their specific cancer. Such was the case with 47 y/o Melanie, mother of two daughters, who was diagnosed with an invasive form of breast cancer. Besides wanting the most up-to-date treatment for her cancer, Melanie was interested in the latest cancer preventive clinical trials which might apply to her daughters. Besides cancer, current clinical trials are investigating, for example, Alzheimer’s disease treatments, diabetes medications, and cardiovascular diseases.