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# Gulf South

Clinical Trials Network

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [NCI Video Highlights NCORP Clinical Trials in Communities](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/2019/03/hello-world/) - NCI Video Highlights NCORP Clinical Trials in Communities A new video from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) highlights the research efforts of the NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) in implementing cancer clinical trials and other research studies across the country. test test
- [NCI Grant Brings New Options to Gulf South](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/2019/05/post-2/) - NCI Grant Brings New Options to Gulf South In 2014, Louisiana cancer collaborative awarded $5.6 million over five years; significant impact to be made on cancer associated health disparities.
- [About the NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP)](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/2019/05/post-6/) - About the NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) The NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) was launched in 2014 to ensure that people have access to clinical trials and the benefits of the latest research, regardless of where they live.
- [NCI launches study of African-American cancer survivors](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/2019/05/post-7/) - NCI launches study of African-American cancer survivors The Detroit Research on Cancer Survivors (ROCS) study, which will include 5,560 cancer survivors, will support a broad research agenda looking at the major factors affecting cancer progression, recurrence, mortality, and quality of life among African-American cancer survivors.

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/) - Bringing advanced cancer research and treatment to our region The latest advancements in cancer studies are available close to home What is a clinical trial or cancer study? Cancer affects 1 in 4 Americans. However major advances in understanding what causes cancer, and how best to treat it, have decreased mortality by cancer and extended
- [Ochsner Health](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/ochsner-health-system/) - Ochsner Health Improving cancer care through research Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers. For 12 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana. Additionally,
- [LSU Health Shreveport](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/lsu-health-shreveport/) - LSU Health Shreveport Excellence in cancer research, treatment & education Feist-Weiller Cancer Center (FWCC) is the only academic cancer center in North Louisiana, whose name reflects a generous philanthropic gift by Carroll Feist to honor the Feist and Weiller families. FWCC was designated as a Center for Excellence in Cancer Research, Treatment, and Education by
- [About](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/about/) - About the network Working together to improve cancer patient outcomes in the Gulf South region Why was the clinical trials network created? The Gulf South Clinical Trials Network is a group of hospitals and doctors in the Gulf South region that have joined together to provide local, convenient access to the most advanced clinical trials
- [For Physicians](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/for-physicians/) - For physicians Give your patients more options close to home Offering access to the latest advancements With the support of the National Cancer Institute, the Gulf South Clinical Trials Network brings together the leading cancer care providers in the region to provide access to the most advanced clinical trials available today. Because of this network,
- [What is a health care disparity?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/what-is-a-health-care-disparity/) - What causes differences in who develops cancer and how they respond to treatment? Cancer is a complex disease caused by many factors. These differences influence our risk of developing cancer and how well we respond to treatment. For example, the genetics we receive from our parents, including our race and ethnicity, may predispose us to
- [LSU Health New Orleans](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/lsu-health-new-orleans/) - LSU Health New Orleans Focused on high-quality cancer research & treatments LSU Health New Orleans has partnered with LCMC Health to form the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center. The Cancer Center’s more than medicine approach to cancer positions the organization as the premier location for cancer research and clinical trials. The organization’s comprehensive community outreach
- [Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/mary-bird-perkins-cancer-center/) - Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center Patient-centered cancer care and research Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, has served the Gulf South region for more than 50 years with a mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. Combining high-quality cancer care with compassionate support for patients and families, the
- [Contact](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/contact/) - Contact us We're here to answer your questions Physician membership By becoming a member of the Gulf South Clinical Trial Network, you can provide care in your own practice. Our experienced team will provide you with all the necessary support and guidance. FOR PHYSICIANS Gulf South’s leading health care and research groups have joined together
- [Resources](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/resources/) - Resources Clinical study news, articles and resources for patients and physicians Find helpful information about how to stay healthy and prevent cancer below What is a clinical trial? Smoking & cancer Protect against HPV Stay safe in the sun Helpful links for patients and physicians The Gulf South Clinical Trials Network gives patients in our
- [For Patients](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/for-patients/) - For patients Providing you and your family access to the latest in cancer care What is a clinical study or trial? Cancer patients around the world are living longer today because of new treatments. Those treatments are available because patients agreed to take part in clinical studies years ago. Those studies proved that the treatments
- [Two Zip Codes – Two Health Outcomes](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/two-zip-codes-two-health-outcomes/) - Two Zip Codes – Two Health Outcomes Your family health history, age, and health status – many factors predict your likelihood of developing and dying from cancer. But did you know that your zip code can determine health outcomes just as much as your genetic code? The Gulf South Clinical Trials Network is committed to
- [Find a Cancer Clinical Study](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/clinical-study-search/)
- [Clinical Study Search Results](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/clinical-study-search-results/)
- [Clinical Study Contact](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/clinical-study-contact/)

## FAQs

- [Will I receive the same quality of care if I don’t participate in a study?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/faq/will-i-receive-the-same-quality-of-care-if-i-dont-participate-in-a-study/)
- [Will participating in a trial cost money?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/faq/faq-question-here-5/)
- [Are cancer studies safe?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/faq/are-cancer-studies-safe/)
- [How do I know if I’m eligible for a study?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/faq/faq-question-here-6/)
- [What will I have to do as part of the study?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/faq/faq-question-here-4/)
- [Do I have to change doctors if I take part in a study?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/faq/faq-question-here-3/)
- [What are the benefits of clinical studies?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/faq/faq-question-here-2/)
- [Do I have to take part in a study if my doctor recommends one?](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/faq/do-i-have-to-take-part-in-a-study-if-my-doctor-recommends-one/)

## Partners

- [Ochsner LSU Health](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/partner/ochsner-lsu-health/)
- [Ochsner Health](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/partner/ochsner-health/)
- [LSU Health](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/partner/lsu-health/)
- [Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/partner/mary-bird-perkins-cancer-center/)

## People Slider

- [John Lyons](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/john-lyons/)
- [Augusto Ochoa](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/augusto-ochoa/)
- [Scott Delacroix, MD](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/scott-delacroix-md/)
- [Greg Johnstone](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/greg-johnstone/)
- [John Cole](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/john-cole/)
- [Eileen Mederos](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/eileen-mederos/)
- [Cyndi Knox](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/cyndi-knox/)
- [Greta Fry](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/greta-fry/)
- [Mindie Kavanaugh](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/mindie-kavanaugh/)
- [John Rowell](https://www.gulfsouthclinicaltrials.org/physician/john-rowell/)

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