START’s Hope Hub is your gateway to understanding, exploring, and enrolling in early-phase oncology clinical trials—whether you are a patient seeking new treatment options or a healthcare professional guiding a patient toward innovative care. With clear information and easy-to-follow steps, we help you navigate the clinical trial process with confidence.
Every medical breakthrough starts with people like you. Whether you’re a patient looking for hope in new treatments or a healthcare professional committed to advancing care, Hope Hub provides the resources and tools you need to take the next step. Choose the path that fits your journey.
Clinical trials offer access to novel treatments and the opportunity to contribute to medical progress. If you're considering enrolling, it’s important to first understand how trials work and what to expect.
Start by exploring these helpful resources:
What Are Clinical Trials? – Understand how clinical trials work and their role in advancing medicine.
What to Expect in a Clinical Trial – Learn about the process, safety measures, and what participation involves.
Patient Stories – Hear real experiences from others who have participated.
Your expertise and guidance are invaluable in helping patients explore clinical trial opportunities. Before referring a patient, we encourage you to review essential information on your role in clinical research.
Explore this resource:
Healthcare Professionals Page – Learn how you can support patient participation in clinical trials.
Search for actively recruiting clinical trials suitable for your patients. Together, we can connect patients with potentially life-changing treatments.
New patients per year across START locations
Active studies within our Network
Experienced medical oncologists across all cancer types
If you are interested in participating in a clinical trial at The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”), we encourage you to reach out to us. Our team will guide you through the process, answer any questions you may have, and help determine if you are eligible for any ongoing trials.
Breakthroughs start with you. Whether you're a patient seeking new treatments or a healthcare professional advancing care, the START Hope Hub keeps you informed and connected to your local START site.
Navigating clinical trials can feel overwhelming. Find clear, straightforward answers to common questions about eligibility, safety, and participation.