4. Abramson Cancer Center, The US
Located at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, the Abramson Cancer Center ranks 4th in our list of best cancer hospitals in the world. It is known for its innovation, cutting-edge technology, and translational medicine. It has one of the biggest clinical trial programs in the U.S. The Center has been named as “Translational Centers of Excellence” for lung, breast, blood, and pancreatic cancers. Translational medicine is the process of translating research-based medical discoveries into a cure. It was named a Comprehensive Cancer Center in by the National Cancer Institute in 1973 and has maintained that premier status ever since.
The Abramson Cancer Center is home to over 400 basic, translational, and clinical scientists who work tirelessly to find out the pathogenesis of cancer. Some of its advanced technologies include HIV oncology program, bone marrow and stem cell transplant program, melanoma and pigmented lesion program, GI cancer program, cancer risk evaluation program, largest Proton Therapy Center, genitourinary cancer program, immunotherapy, and telegenic program.
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