City of Hope National Medical Center
Center for cancer research, including diagnosis and treatments.
City of Hope is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people with cancer, diabetes and other serious illnesses. Our mission is to transform the future of health care by turning science into a practical benefit, hope into reality. We accomplish this by providing outstanding care, conducting innovative research and offering vital education programs focused on eliminating these diseases.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope is one of only 50 comprehensive cancer centers in the nation, as designated by the National Cancer Institute. We are ranked the 11th Best Cancer Hospital in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and are the highest ranked cancer hospital in the West.
Visit website: https://www.cityofhope.org/
Details last updated 27-Nov-2019
People at City of Hope National Medical Center
Linda Malkas
Professor in Department of Molecular Diagnostics & Experimental Therapeutics at City of Hope
Yuman Fong
Professor of Surgery specializing in hepatobiliary malignancies and Chairman in Department of Surgery at City of Hope
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