Patient stories
By taking part in a clinical trial, you can contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge, access new treatment and, in some cases, it can save your life.
But don't take our word for it. Read our clinical trial participant stories.
Philip’s second chance at life thanks to cancer trial
Knowing what he knows now, Philip Sullivan says he’d walk through fire to get on a clinical trial. Little did the now-retired builder know that a childhood spent unprotected in the Australian sun would lead to him going on a clinical trial to save his life for skin cancer in adulthood.
Steve’s clinical trials crusade for Gippsland
At just 28 years old, Stephen Wadey was blindsided by a melanoma diagnosis following a routine health check for a new job.
Robert’s research passion for blood cancers
Despite an almost 1000km round trip to access a clinical trial, and treatment, for multiple myeloma, Robert Williams is passionate about contributing to the advancement of research to benefit others in the future.
Latest news
Meet the team this World Cancer Day
Did you know that more than half of our 300 open trials are cancer-related trials?
Our cancer clinical trials have allowed us to put new and cutting-edge treatment into clinical practice. They have also enabled us to recruit highly-engaged staff who are always looking to improve the way we deliver care.
Partnership closes gaps in regional and metro clinical trials
Bendigo Health has partnered with a new initiative, TrialHub, to close the gap between city and regional delivery and access to potentially life-saving cancer treatments.
New Medical Oncology Research Manager appointed
“The Alfred Cancer Trials unit is progressive, innovative, supportive, and driven – it’s a dynamic environment to be in, and that’s what excites me.”