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Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute

For Patients and Caregivers

Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute unites specialists across medicine to deliver comprehensive, coordinated cancer care for every patient. We support every aspect of your health, during treatment, through recovery, and beyond.

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Supporting patients with cancer across the spectrum of care

As an integrated healthcare system, we provide comprehensive, coordinated cancer care for patients, bringing together cancer specialists and experts from across medicine to support every aspect of a person’s health during and after cancer treatment.

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Why choose Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute?

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Our patients benefit from the unique advantages that set us apart, including:

  • An integrated system: We’re with patients through every stage—from early detection and diagnosis to treatment, recovery, and survivorship. We bring together experts across a range of specialties to care for the whole patient—not just their cancer.
  • The most cancer specialists in New England: Our team of cancer experts works together to research, diagnose, and treat all types of cancer—from the most common to the complex.
  • Unmatched surgical experience: Patients benefit from the unparalleled expertise our surgeons have from performing the most cancer surgeries in New England.
  • Coordinated, safe care: Our teams improve safety, reduce complications, and speed recovery. Quality care is the foundation of everything we do.
  • Innovation & research-driven care: We are committed to advancing cancer care and research by offering patients access to innovative clinical trials, new treatments, and personalized therapies that improve patient outcomes and shape the future of cancer care worldwide.
  • Advanced technology: From proton beam therapy to cell therapies to AI-powered diagnostics, we ensure that patients have access to the most advanced cancer care available.
  • Commitment to equity: We are advancing early detection to diagnose cancer earlier, when it is most treatable. We are working to eliminate disparities in cancer care, so all patients receive timely, high-quality treatment.

Patient success stories

Ann's story: Targeted cancer therapy provides a new lease on life

Targeted therapy and world-class care from Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute have given Ann Malik a new lease on life and a passion for inspiring others.

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Rohan's story: Innovative test results in world-class brain tumor care

Thanks to a less-invasive approach to a traditional biopsy, Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute was able to diagnose Rohan’s specific brain tumor and start targeted treatment more quickly.

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Rohan Venkatesh with his two brothers in 2022.

Penny’s story: Bermudian patient receives live-saving heart and cancer care

Penny was experiencing heart issues at home in Bermuda when she received a tonsil cancer diagnosis. She knew that integrated cancer care from Mass General Brigham’s cardio-oncologists would be best for her health.

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  • Roy and Stefania Frost with their daughters, Juliet and Sofia

    Stefania's story: Waltham mom welcomes second baby after world-class treatment for stage 3 colorectal cancer

     

    Expert care from Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute specialists helped Stefania Frost beat colorectal cancer and become a mom again.

     

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  • Cory Gardner

    Cory’s story: Following treatment for a brain tumor, Cory is in it for the long run

     

    When sighted guide and marathon runner Cory Gardner was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor, he leaned on neuro-oncology experts and rehabilitation specialists at Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute to get him back on his feet.

     

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  • Jennifer Brennan with her family

    Jenn's story: Specialized expertise transformed a critical setback from peripheral T-cell lymphoma into hope

     

    Jennifer Brennan turned to cutting-edge cancer treatment from an expert at Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute for her peripheral T-cell lymphoma. Today, she's cancer-free and living proof of the power of specialized care. 

     

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Care near you

Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute locations extend throughout New England and provide patients with comprehensive, community-based cancer care and access to the expertise of world-renowned cancer specialists.

To make an appointment, visit:

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FAQs about Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute

Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute brings together specialized cancer care, research, education, and community engagement into one unified framework. This model allows us to focus on advancing innovation while fostering collaboration and community engagement to address complex challenges in the cancer space.

This model is part of our four-part mission to:

  • Provide comprehensive patient care, from routine visits to complex cases, supporting our patients with cancer every step of the way.
  • Lead the next era of cancer research and medical discovery, advancing knowledge and developing innovative treatments that directly improve patient care.
  • Recruit, support, and educate the next generation of cancer leaders, strengthening the talent pipeline to meet current and future workforce needs.
  • Strengthen local health through community partnerships, outreach programs, and investments in services that address the needs of the diverse communities we serve.

Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute collaborates with clinicians, researchers, educators, and industry partners both within Mass General Brigham and beyond. Through collaboration and funding, we are able to expand our impact and deliver cutting-edge care.

No. Existing patients will continue to receive care from their current doctors, care teams, and be seen at their established sites of care. Log into Patient Gateway to access your patient information.

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Yes, Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute offers patients access to a wide variety of clinical trials of promising new therapies.

To learn more about clinical trials for your type of cancer, visit our website.