Doctors Affiliated with this Treatment Facility
01. History
History of the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Founded in 1765, the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine was the first medical school in the 13 American colonies, opening its doors even before the United States declared its independence and making it the oldest medical school in the country. Two centuries later, the UPenn School of Medicine opened the doors of a new cancer affiliate. Originally named The Cancer Center, the Abramson Cancer Center was established in 1973 by a group of cancer specialists committed to offering the newest advances in treatment to their patients. In June 2002, the center’s name was changed to the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania, recognizing contributions by the Leonard and Madlyn Abramson family. Today, the Abramson Cancer Center handles more than 70,000 outpatient visits each year and provides more than 33,000 chemotherapy treatments and 66,000 radiation treatments. In addition to its patient work, the center also hosts more than 400 scientists who work to develop new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat various types of cancer.
02. Mesothelioma Care
万博专业版宾夕法尼亚大学医院的间皮瘤护理
宾夕法尼亚大学的艾布拉姆森癌症中心医院拥有一项著名的间皮瘤计划，宾夕法尼亚州间皮瘤和胸膜计划。万博专业版患者可以从有经验的专家那里获得护理malignant mesotheliomawith a team-based approach. The team at the center is well-versed in numerous treatment options, particularly specializing in lung-sparing surgery and promising emerging treatments like photodynamic therapy.
The cancer center’s team is also composed of oncology patient navigators. Patient navigators provide a variety of benefits to patients and their families. They will help with specialized care, coordinate appointments, provide information on what to expect throughout and after treatment, facilitate communication between the patient and other members of their care team, make referrals, support decision-making, assist with finding clinical trials, answer any questions and provide educational materials.
The Penn Mesothelioma and Pleural Program is well-known for itsclinical trials specific to mesothelioma. While not all patients are eligible for certain clinical trials, their medical care team will help determine eligibility and options for experimental treatments.
In addition to social workers, financial consultants and other common cancer center support services, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania also has semi-private, private and deluxe accommodations, ideal for patients and families that are traveling for mesothelioma treatment. They also offer home care services and hospice for patients in need. For patients who may not be able to travel as far, The Abramson Cancer Center is the cornerstone member of the Penn Cancer Network, a select group of hospitals throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey that work with Abramson to provide top patient care. As such, patients could potentially seek treatment at one of the affiliated centers.
03. Specializations
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Specializations
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Photodynamic therapy
- Pleural mesothelioma
- Radiation therapy
- Surgery
04. Accreditations
宾夕法尼亚大学医院
- Commission on Cancer (CoC) accredited member
- National Comprehensive Cancer Network member
- 国家癌症研究所（NCI）指定
- #1 Hospital in Pennsylvania recognition from U.S. News & World Report’s Honor Roll of Best Hospitals
05. Mesothelioma Clinical Trials
万博专业版宾夕法尼亚大学医院的间皮瘤临床试验
以下临床试验正在进行中，或在宾夕法尼亚大学医院积极招募参与者：
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Conditions:癌、黑色素瘤癌,鳞状细胞,犹特人rine Cervical Neoplasms, Mesothelioma, Mesothelioma, Malignant, Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma, Breast Neoplasms, Lung Neoplasms, Carcinoma, Basal Cell, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Head and Neck, Colorectal Neoplasms, Endometrial Neoplasms, Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung, Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine, Thymoma, Small Cell Lung Carcinoma, Anus Neoplasms, Vulvar Neoplasms
Last Updated:April 28, 2021
Status:Recruiting
Locations:Los Angeles, CA. Los Angeles, CA. San Diego, CA. San Francisco, CA. Atlanta, GA. Chicago, IL. Fairway, KS. Detroit, MI. New York, NY. New York, NY. Portland, OR. Philadelphia, PA. Pittsburgh, PA. Houston, TX. Salt Lake City, UT. Charlottesville, VA. Seattle, WA.
06. Hospital Services
宾夕法尼亚大学医院的患者和家庭服务
The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania’s Abramson Cancer Center offers many support resources for patients and family members. Some support resources include:
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Home Care
- Hospice
- Integrative Oncology
- Nutritional Counseling and Services
- Oncology Nurse and Patient Navigators
- Oncology Social Workers
- Pain Management
- Palliative Care Program
- Patient and Family Counseling
- Patient Education Center
- Pet Therapy
- Spiritual Care
- Support Groups and Workshops
- Tobacco Use Treatment Program
07. Offsite Services in Philadelphia
Patient and Family Services in the Philadelphia Area
宾夕法尼亚大学的艾布拉姆森癌症中心医院位于费城的主要大都市地区。结果，在治疗期间或之后，间皮瘤患者及其家人很容易获得许多服务。万博专业版这些异地服务包括咨询，临终关怀，住房和疼痛诊所。
Resources for Mesothelioma Patients
