Cancer patients seeking treatment want the best. They want to receive the clinically proven treatment for their type of cancer, close to home. They also want access to new and promising treatments, and the information needed to decide what approach is best.

And they want to be served by experienced, skilled and compassionate professionals who understand the devastating emotions that can accompany a cancer diagnosis.

Comprehensive Cancer Centers

The centers are certified by the American College of Surgeons (ACOS). ACOS defines what services must be provided in order to earn the title of "Comprehensive Cancer Center." The ACOS criteria include:

• Advanced diagnostic techniques (including MRI, PET, etc.)
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy
• Surgery by cancer specialists
• Physicians specializing in cancer treatment
• Nursing and support staff specializing in cancer treatment
• Dedicated cancer unit in the hospital
• Clinical trials and research into new cancer treatments
• Support groups and social services
• Home care services
• Complementary medicine services

Locations

Sutter's ACOS-certified Comprehensive Cancer Centers are located throughout Northern California.
Comprehensive Cancer Center locations