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The Largest Phase 0 Clinical Trials Program in the World

The Ivy Brain Tumor Center is a nonprofit translational research program that offers state-of-the-art clinical trials for patients with even the most aggressive brain tumors.

Brain Tumor Treatment at Ivy

The Ivy Brain Tumor Center is a leader in brain tumor research and treatment. The Ivy Center is located in Phoenix, Arizona, at Barrow Neurological Institute, the highest-volume operative brain tumor center in the U.S.

Whether benign or malignant, a brain tumor can be life-changing. The Ivy Center’s multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals and scientists work to understand the molecular structure of each patient’s brain tumor to determine its pathology and the most effective treatment plan. Explore a variety of brain tumor types we treat.

Tumors we treat

Primary Brain Tumor Types

As one of the world’s largest brain tumor treatment centers, the Ivy Center utilizes advanced therapies, state-of-the-art technology and innovative clinical trials to tailor each patient’s treatment plan to their individualized needs and circumstances. No two brain tumors are alike and each tumor requires a treatment regimen designed for its unique genetic composition.

While each patient’s brain tumor experience is different, those on the receiving end of the diagnosis share the overwhelming feelings of worry, fear and stress. No one should have to cope with a brain cancer diagnosis alone. We understand the uncertainty of your circumstances. Our team is here for you every step of the way.

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Ian Youngblood

“At the Ivy Brain Tumor Center, you have people that take the time to study and research and they are committed to finding a cure for patients. It's a comfort to know that this institution is right here in my backyard.”

Ian Youngblood Brain Tumor Survivor

“When given an opportunity to participate in a clinical trial at the Ivy Brain Tumor Center – take it! Experimental clinical trials provide information that will eventually lead to a cure, and most importantly, they give HOPE!”

Jenn Ortiz Living with Glioblastoma since 2020

Ivy Brain Tumor Center

“The Ivy Center is constantly looking for new and better ways of dealing with these tumors, getting rid of them and keeping them away for longer. I think that going through the journey and knowing that my trial is working for us is a huge triumph.”

Catherine Ivy President and Founder, Ben & Catherine Ivy Foundation

Clinical Trials

Ivy Brain Tumor Center clinical trials play a pivotal role in developing new therapies and advancing treatment options that make a significant impact on patient outcomes. The Ivy Center operates the world’s largest Phase 0 clinical trials program in the world. 

Latest from Ivy

Ivy Brain Tumor Center’s Dr. Nader Sanai Named Arizona Bioscience Researcher of the Year

Dr. Nader Sanai, Director of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center, has been named the 2024 Arizona Bioscience Researcher of the Year by the Arizona Bioindustry Association. This prestigious honor recognizes Dr. Sanai’s pioneering efforts and unwavering dedication to advancing new therapies for brain tumor patients, breaking new ground in the fight against this challenging disease.

First patient dosed in Phase 3 Gliofocus Study for newly diagnosed glioblastoma patients at the Ivy Brain Tumor Center

The Ivy Brain Tumor Center announced that the first patient has been dosed in the pivotal Phase 3 Gliofocus Study. Gliofocus is an open-label, randomized Phase 3 trial that will compare the efficacy of niraparib, a PARP1/2 selective inhibitor, to temozolomide head-to-head in adult patients with newly diagnosed MGMT-unmethylated glioblastoma.

Brain Tumor Talk Ep. 5: Radiation Oncology Q&A

Join “Brain Tumor Talk” as Dr. William Kennedy, radiation oncologist at the Ivy Center at Barrow Neurological Institute, discusses radiation therapy for brain tumors. Learn how radiation targets cancer cells, what patients can expect during treatment, and the personalized approach used to protect healthy brain tissue. Tune in for expert insights on this critical brain cancer treatment.

Young, Healthy and Living With Brain Cancer

Living with brain cancer, Marcus Jones faced the unthinkable when a sudden diagnosis turned his world upside down. As a young, active Ironman competitor, he never imagined he’d be battling an aggressive brain tumor. Through determination, support from his family, and participation in a groundbreaking clinical trial at the Ivy Brain Tumor Center, Marcus has defied the odds and continues to live life on his own terms. Read the full story!

Clinical Trials for Brain Cancer Because Giving Up Isn’t an Option

Carol Stevens, who faced a glioblastoma recurrence just six months after standard treatment, found new hope in a clinical trial at the Ivy Brain Tumor Center. With a tailored approach that utilized an experimental drug specific to her tumor’s genetics, Carol experienced significant progress, underscoring the trial’s personalized and innovative strategy. Her story highlights the crucial role of clinical trials in providing options where standard treatments fall short. Read her full story!