Orange County's Only Cancer Specialty Hospital
An Academic Research Campus Solely Focused on Cancer
With the opening of Orange County’s only cancer specialty hospital on its 72-acre academic research campus, City of Hope establishes a next-generation model of care for the 2 million Americans diagnosed with cancer each year. Patients benefit from access to a complete continuum of advanced cancer care—from prevention through survivorship—delivered on a single academic cancer campus built for the single purpose of saving lives.
Governor Newsom Shares a Special Message for
City of Hope’s Historic Orange County Opening
A New Standard of Cancer Care Begins
This hospital was not built by one person… or even one organization. We listened—carefully—to those we serve. And, working alongside our design and construction partners, we created a place where every element supports healing of the body, mind and spirit.
- State-of-the-art technology and equipment
- A healing environment unlike any other
City of Hope is an internationally recognized leader in cancer research and specialized care, noted for driving advancements in CAR T and advanced cellular therapies, a national network of hundreds of clinical trials, unique supportive care and survivorship programs, and renowned experts across cancer sub-specialties.
This is more than a place of medicine. It is a beacon of hope, intentionally designed with and for the community it serves.
Immediate care for City of Hope patients, staffed by oncology-trained physicians, nurses and caregivers who specialize in managing cancer related complications.
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Four operating rooms and two procedure rooms designed to work as one surgical unit along with the three additional ORs in the outpatient center. Surgical services include the latest Da Vinci robotic surgery systems, including DV5, which features haptic feedback, enhanced 3D visualization and increased arm dexterity for greater precision and efficiency.
20 patient rooms with ensuite bathrooms, large windows, visitor recliners and couches that can be converted to beds, original artwork, and a cozy blanket donated by Pacsun.
A first-of-its-kind immersive, multifaith spiritual care center that allows patients and their families to choose customized faith experiences featuring the sights, sounds and prayer candles from seven sacred spaces.
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An inpatient rehabilitation gym staffed by physical therapists with oncology expertise who provide safe and productive healing exercise for patients. The integrated cancer rehab program supports chemoradiation treatment concurrently with rehabilitation.
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Access to nature and the outdoors has proven wellness benefits. Each floor of the hospital features an outdoor terrace for patients to receive fresh air and sunshine, even during treatment.
City of Hope patients currently have access to more than 700 phase 1-3 clinical trials conducted each year, the most cancer-focused clinical trials in California. The 73-bed hospital provides access to 30 percent more cancer-focused clinical trials, including early-stage clinical trials in hematology and solid tumors. These phase 1 clinical trials require close supervision in a hospital setting.
The Next Chapter of Hope
The opening of Orange County’s only specialty hospital marks a powerful step forward — but it’s only the beginning of our
relentless pursuit to transform cancer care for generations to come.
President, Ronald and Sandi Simon Presidential Chair, City of Hope Orange County
“As we open our hospital, we also open the next chapter: one of continued research, collaboration and breakthroughs that will change and save lives. This campus is more than a place of medicine – it is a living promise. Because of what we’ve built together, our families, friends and neighbors will have more time, more memories and more hope.”
Physician-in-Chief, City of Hope Orange County
“The hospital will deliver breakthrough acute care, trailblazing research, advanced surgical oncology, immediate care for outpatients and rehabilitative, integrative and spiritual care resources that only a nationally recognized cancer research and treatment organization can provide. This campus is home to more than 100 highly specialized, world-renowned surgeons, physicians and researchers with unsurpassed expertise in all types of cancers, moving us closer to a cancer-free future.“
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The Irvine Academic Research Campus seamlessly connects City of Hope Orange County's cancer specialty hospital to the
Lennar Foundation Cancer Center, ensuring uninterrupted care for each patient’s needs.