New Clinical Trials Focus for the LRG in 2024
Starting in January, every Wednesday will be dedicated learning about clinical trial process and to highlighting the groundbreaking clinical trials focused on gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).
Understanding GIST Mutations & Clinical Trials Update
In this session of Let's Get the GIST of It, we will be reviewing GIST mutations and sharing the current updates on GIST Clinical Trials.
Clinical Trials 101
Dr. Ciara Kelly presented “Clinical Trials 101” to GIST patients and caretakers on May 19th, 2023 at 12pm ET. During this virtual presentation, Dr. Kelly discussed types of clinical trials, how to find a clinical trial, current open clinical trials, and more.
New Private Facebook Discussion Groups
The Life Raft Group is launching two new private Facebook Support Groups for patients and their caregivers. These two groups are designed to provide a safe forum to discuss specific concerns in a closed [...]
A Caregiver’s Insights on GIST Care – Erawati Bawle
Erawati Bawle shares her insights on her husband's journey with GIST and reflects on the quality of medical care he received and a clinician's responsibility for their patients with the hope that it will give others clarity for their journey.
Clinical Trials Update – February 2022
In this summary, we continue highlighting recent clinical trials that are still recruiting in the U.S. which investigate potential treatments for GIST patients.
New Horizons – Clinical Trials: From 2000 to 2021
Dr. David Josephy and Jim Hughes presented "Clinical Trials 2000-2021" at New Horizons 2021.
New Horizons – Using Real World Evidence to Impact Future Clinical Trials
Pete Knox of The Life Raft Group presented Using Real World Evidence to Impact Future Clinical Trials and Improve Patient Survival: A Focus on Placebos at New Horizons 2021.
Clinical Trials Update – December 2021
December 2021 - In this summary, we have highlighted recent clinical trials that are still recruiting in the U.S. which investigate potential treatments for GIST patients.
It’s Time to Rethink Placebos in Advanced GIST – LRG Science
In this issue of LRG Science: based on current studies, this article asserts the belief that placebos do not benefit patients with advanced disease.