Clinical Studies & Research at Friendship Hospital for Animals

Currently Enrolling – ORAL MELANOMA CLINICAL TRIAL  (View pdf)

TRIAL ELIGIBILITY

We are enrolling dogs that meet the following criteria:

• Weighs at least 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
• Diagnosis of Stage III oral melanoma (not confined to lip)
• At least one measurable lesion with a longest diameter of ≥10 mm ( ≥15 mm short axis for lymph node lesions)
• Prior surgery acceptable (if performed at least 14 days prior to enrollment) if measurable disease remains which meets above criteria
• No lung metastasis
• No prior Oncept® melanoma vaccine

Other study inclusion and exclusion criteria apply; The veterinary Investigator will decide if the dog is a good candidate for this study after examination.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualified dogs and their owners should expect to stay in the study for approximately 6 months and have 15 scheduled visits at FHA. You will also be required to document study associated observations as appropriate.

FULLY FUNDED STUDY BENEFITS

• Novel investigational product or placebo
• Study-related examinations and diagnostics
• Consultation and rechecks

We would be happy to provide you with additional information regarding the study. Please reach out to our Clinical Trials Coordinator, Noa Zeevi at 202-363-7300 or clinicaltrials@friendshiphospital.com

Currently Enrolling – STEM CELL TREATMENT STUDY FOR CATS WITH CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE   (View PDF)

TRIAL ELIGIBILITY

We are enrolling cats that meet the following criteria:

• Feline patients diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), IRIS grade 2 or greater prior to enrollment.
• Cats should not have cancer or other concurrent disease conditions that are not controlled/stable.
• Cats should not have received a stem cell product in the past.

REQUIREMENTS

The stem cell therapy consists of an initial treatment followed by a second treatment 14 days apart.

FULLY FUNDED STUDY BENEFITS

• Your client’s cat will receive specialty veterinary care throughout the study, including physical exams, blood work, and urinalysis at NO OUT-OF-POCKET cost to the pet parent.
• There is a 67% chance that the cats will receive drug. 33% of cats will receive a placebo treatment.

We would be happy to provide you with additional information regarding the study. Please reach out to our Clinical Trials Coordinator, Noa Zeevi at 202-363-7300 or clinicaltrials@friendshiphospital.com