UT Southwestern Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic
Specialty hospital / research center
4 current cancer treatment or research opportunities
About UT Southwestern VROC
UT Southwestern's veterinary clinic places dogs and cats inside the research environment of a major human cancer center. Its teams study radiation, focused ultrasound, tumor-destroying sound waves, immune treatments and drug combinations for naturally occurring cancers.
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Who the current listings are forDogs
Cancer types currently listedChemodectoma, Glioma, Hemangiosarcoma, Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Histiocytic Sarcoma, Mammary Carcinoma, Mast Cell Tumor, Melanoma, Nasal Tumor, Oral Melanoma, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Osteosarcoma, Primary Lung Tumor, Prostate Cancer, Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Thyroid Carcinoma, Urothelial Carcinoma
Where visits take placeVeterinary Research and Oncology Clinic, 5801 Forest Park Rd, Dallas, TX 75235
Current options at UT Southwestern Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic
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CAR-Neutrophils Combined with Radiation for Canine Glioma
UT Southwestern Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic · USA
Actively recruiting — confirmed on UT Southwestern VROC current trials page
What is being offered: CAR-neutrophils plus radiation therapy
Who may qualify: Active tumor required; Planned radiation; Prednisone eligible; Anticancer treatment washout
May not qualify if: Prior local radiation; Severe systemic disease; Nonstop antioxidant supplements
Costs / coverage: 🟢 Study-subsidized. The protocol brochure states that owners pay only for diagnostics, imaging, palliative care and other tests or care needed outside the study.
Contact: Paige Neumann, Research Study Coordinator — 214-645-6221; VROC@UTSouthwestern.edu
Location
- Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic, 5801 Forest Park Rd, Dallas, TX 75235
Official study / enrollment information →
Ferumoxytol Combined with Radiation for Canine Glioma
UT Southwestern Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic · USA
Actively recruiting — confirmed on UT Southwestern VROC current trials page
What is being offered: Ferumoxytol plus radiation therapy
Who may qualify: Active tumor required; Planned radiation; Prednisone eligible; Anticancer treatment washout
May not qualify if: Prior local radiation; Severe systemic disease; Nonstop antioxidant supplements
Costs / coverage: 🟡 Funding varies. The protocol brochure states that the study may be fully or partially subsidized; owners may pay for diagnostics, imaging, palliative care and other tests or care needed outside the study.
Contact: Paige Neumann, Research Study Coordinator — 214-645-6221; VROC@UTSouthwestern.edu
Location
- Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic, 5801 Forest Park Rd, Dallas, TX 75235
Official study / enrollment information →
Intratumoral vs IV Carboplatin with or without HIFU for Canine Melanoma
UT Southwestern Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic · USA
Current
What is being offered: Intratumoral nanoparticle/microparticle carboplatin versus IV carboplatin with or without HIFU
Who may qualify: Confirmed cancer diagnosis required; Active tumor required; Planned chemo
May not qualify if: Prior chemo; Severe systemic disease
Costs / coverage: ⚪ Owner-paid. The protocol brochure states that owners fully pay for the study, although possible subsidies may be available.
Contact: Paige Neumann, Research Study Coordinator — 214-645-6221; VROC@UTSouthwestern.edu
Location
- Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic, 5801 Forest Park Rd, Dallas, TX 75235
Official study / enrollment information →
Compassionate-Use Protocol for Advanced Non-Resectable Tumors
UT Southwestern Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic · USA
Current
What is being offered: Investigational therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and combination approaches under a prospective compassionate-use protocol
Who may qualify: Confirmed cancer diagnosis required; Active tumor required; Min weight kg exclusive: 2.5; min expected survival weeks: 3 weeks; Adequate organ function
May not qualify if: Severe systemic disease
Costs / coverage: ⚪ Owner-paid. The protocol brochure states that owners fully pay for the study, although possible subsidies may be available.
Contact: Paige Neumann, Research Study Coordinator — 214-645-6221; VROC@UTSouthwestern.edu
Location
- Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic, 5801 Forest Park Rd, Dallas, TX 75235
Official study / enrollment information →
Before you contact the center
A listing here does not mean every pet will qualify. Enrollment can change, and the study team makes the final decision after reviewing your pet’s diagnosis, records and previous treatment.
Have the pathology report, recent imaging and treatment history ready. Ask whether a referral is required, which visits must happen in person and what the study pays for before making travel plans.
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