City of Hope®, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, with a 100+-year legacy, was recognized as one of the nation’s Top 5 hospitals for cancer care, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-25 rankings.

We bring breakthroughs from the laboratory to our patients with lifesaving speed – treating cancer with leading-edge technologies, innovative treatments and expert care personalized to each patient’s needs.

And we treat patients across the United States through our national footprint of cancer centers. Learn about our cancer centers by exploring the links below.

Our Cancer Centers

NCI's Top Designation for Cancer Centers

Our National Cancer Center near Los Angeles is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. This designation recognizes City of Hope as a national leader in cancer care and an institute dedicated to transforming research into new, innovative treatments for cancer patients across the country and world.

City of Hope is a designated comprehensive cancer center of National Cancer Institute (NCI).

Patient-Focused Care

Our reputation for groundbreaking discoveries, innovative treatments and compassionate care make us a leader in the fight to help patients here and around the world conquer cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases.

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Forward-Focused Research

Our infrastructure and collaborative energy sets us apart. By having scientists, treatment staff and manufacturing facilities side-by-side, our treatment advances can travel from laboratory to patient with lifesaving speed.

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Hope-Inspired Learning

As a leading research institute, our academic programs look beyond the standard treatments of today, providing educational opportunities that explore the latest advancements in research and therapies.

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Physician Resources

We provide referring physicians easy access to all pertinent information and needed resources.
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