City of Hope® is an exceptional institution that has gained national recognition for its expertise in thyroid cancer research and treatment and is also ranked among the top five hospitals for cancer in the nation by U.S. News & World Report — the highest such ranking in California. If you or a loved one is battling thyroid cancer, City of Hope offers leading-edge care and treatment options for patients.
Thyroid Cancer Care in Los Angeles
Our multidisciplinary staff uses an integrated approach to treating thyroid cancer by combining the latest research findings with outstanding patient care.
What Sets Our Los Angeles-Area Thyroid Cancer Program Apart?
City of Hope is a recognized leader in thyroid cancer research. We offer access to numerous clinical trials and new therapies that are not readily available elsewhere. Our latest research includes developing more precise surgical and radiation techniques for better tumor removal, identifying drugs that can better fight cancer throughout the body, and boosting quality of life for our patients and survivors.
Thyroid cancer program highlights:
- Comprehensive diagnostic tools to detect thyroid cancer
- Innovative, minimally invasive surgical thyroid cancer treatment approaches that reduce side effects and recovery time
- Highly precise radiation delivery, including radioactive iodine therapy
- Individually customized chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy regimens
- Expert endocrinology care from our diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism team
Our Los Angeles-Area Thyroid Cancer Experts
Thyroid Cancer Leadership

Ping H. Wang, M.D., is chair of the Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism at City of Hope.
Make an Appointment with Our Los Angeles-Area Thyroid Cancer Team
