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01. History
History of Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is located in Miami, Florida, and is a member of the University of Miami Health System. It is also part of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. The center has nearly 400 physicians and researchers working to improve cancer care.
Sylvester began as the Comprehensive Cancer Center for the State of Florida in 1973 before it got its current name in 1986. After opening, it soon became a hub of cancer resources for people in Florida, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The center is one of only 72 with a designation from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The NCI gives designated centers funding to provide patients with cutting-edge treatments. As a Comprehensive Cancer Center, Sylvester is also recognized for its leadership in cancer research.
02. Mesothelioma Care
Mesothelioma Care at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center takes a multidisciplinary approach to mesothelioma treatment. Patients may receive some combination of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and experimental treatments.
Experimental treatments may be available through clinical trials. The center’s phase 1 clinical trial program tests the safety and efficacy of new treatments. This research is the first step in making more effective therapies widely available.
The center’s robotic video-assisted surgery program is ranked among the top 10 in the Southeastern United States. This type of surgery uses small video cameras and surgical tools. The cancer center says it comes with less blood loss, shorter hospital stays and higher survival rates.
Sylvester also boasts advanced radiation therapies. These technologies are designed to target tumors with more precision than traditional radiotherapy, causing less damage to healthy cells.
Doctors at Sylvester may use therapies to treat mesothelioma and its symptoms. The care team can create an individualized treatment plan based on each patient’s unique case.
03. Specializations
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Specializations
- Extrapleural pneumonectomy surgery
- Heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy
- Intensity-modulated external radiation therapy
- MRI-guided radiation therapy
- Pleurectomy surgery
- Proton therapy
- Robotic video-assisted surgery
04. Accreditations
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Accreditations
- American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI)
- Commission on Laboratory Accreditation of the College of American Pathologists
- Florida Cancer Center of Excellence
- Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy
- HX Pinnacle of Excellence Award
- Lymphatic Education & Research Network Center of Excellence
- NCI-Designated Cancer Center
05. Hospital Services
Patient and Family Services at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center offers support services for patients and their families, including:
- Art Therapy
- Exercise Oncology
- Massage Therapy
- Mental Health Services
- Nutrition Services
- Spiritual Care
- Support Groups
- Wigs and Head Coverings
The center also offers other services. Patients and family members can talk to their healthcare team to learn about and access support.
