Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute Expand Global Impact in Gastrointestinal Cancer Research

Collaborative Research Efforts Advance Treatment Strategies for GI Cancers

FORT MYERS, Fla., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC (FCS) advances gastrointestinal cancer treatment through participation at the global ASCO® 2025 Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers Symposium meeting this month.

 "By integrating scientific discovery into clinical practice, we are able to offer our patients more personalized, effective treatment options," said David Wenk, MD, FCS assistant managing physician, "which aligns seamlessly with FCS patient-centered, science-driven mission.

The following FCS physician will present research results during an oral presentation:

• Ivor Percent, MD, co-author: Results from the randomized phase 2 study (1801 Part 3B) of elraglusib plus gemcitabine/nab-paclitaxel (GnP) versus GnP in previously untreated metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (mPDAC).

FCS medical oncologists and hematologists are also co-authors of three studies of advanced treatments:

• Fadi Kayali, MD, co-author: Results of a phase 2 study of a novel DLL4-VEGF, a bispecific antibody, tovecimig (CTX-009), as a monotherapy in patients with refractory metastatic colorectal cancer (COMPANION-003).
• Judy Wang, MD, FCS associate director of drug development, co-author: Efficacy and safety of ASP3082 monotherapy or in combination with mFOLFIRINOX in patients (pts) with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), and Phase 1 evaluation of ASP3082, a first-in-class selective protein degrader, in patients (pts) with KRAS G12D-mutant pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC): Pharmacokinetics (PK) and biomarker insights.

"Early-phase clinical research, including Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies, is essential for advancing cancer treatment. These trials provide patients with access to promising new therapies at the earliest stage and generate the critical safety and efficacy data that lead to breakthroughs in care." said Manish Patel, MD, FCS medical director of drug development.

Gastrointestinal cancers affect the digestive tract organs, such as the stomach, large and small intestine, pancreas, colon, liver, rectum, anus and biliary system.

About Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC: (FLCancer.com)
For more than 40 years, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) has embraced innovation to deliver world-class care and drive the dramatic transformation of oncology care through its robust clinical research program.

FCS provides patients with access to a wide range of clinical trials, positioning it as a leader in research among private oncology practices in Florida and across the country. In fact, before receiving FDA approval, the majority of new cancer drugs in the U.S. were first made available to patients through participation in clinical trials at FCS.

Our outstanding team of highly trained and dedicated physicians is committed to delivering tailored treatment plans that make the best use of cutting-edge precision oncology advancements to enhance patient outcomes.

SOURCE Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute