Karmanos Cancer Institute
Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute
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| Geography | |
| Location |
4100 John R Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Organization | |
| Care system | Non-profit |
| Hospital type | Cancer |
| Affiliated university | Wayne State University School of Medicine |
| Services | |
| Beds | 123 |
| History | |
| Founded | 1943 |
| Links | |
| Website | http://www.karmanos.org |
| Lists | Hospitals in Michigan |
The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute is one of 45 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer treatment and research centers in the United States, located in Detroit, Michigan.[1] Affiliated to Wayne State University School of Medicine, the institute has 1,200 staff members, including 300 doctors, and 100 researchers. The Staff treat approximately 12,000 patients each year and operates with a budget of $260 million. It conducts 700 cancer-specific scientific investigations programs and clinical trials each year.[2] The institute has a Phase 1 program, one of 14 National Cancer Institute (NCI)-funded Phase 1 programs in the United States.[3] Gerold Bepler is president and chief executive officer.[4]
Facilities
Main Campus:
- Karmanos Cancer Center main hospital—inpatient care
- Radiation Oncology Center
- Comprehensive Breast Center
- Outpatient Clinical Cancer Center
- Harper Professional Office Building
The institute opened an intensive care unit in Detroit in September 2012.[5]
Karmanos Suburban Treatment Location
- Lawrence & Idell Weisberg Cancer Treatment Center—Farmington Hills, Michigan.
Karmanos Scientific Research Centers
- Hudson-Webber Cancer Research Center
- Prentis Cancer Research Center
Other Treatment Facilities
- Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Bay Region in Bay City and West Branch
- Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Central Michigan, Morey Cancer Center, in Mount Pleasant
- Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Flint
- Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Greater Lansing
- Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Greater Lansing, Mid-Michigan Physicians
- Karmanos Cancer Institute, Lapeer Region
- Karmanos Cancer Institute, McLaren Macomb, Ted B. Wahby Cancer Center, in Mount Clemens
- Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Northern in Petoskey and Gaylord
- Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Oakland in Bloomfield Hills and Clarkston
History
Karmanos began as the Detroit Institute for Cancer Research in 1943 and was later named the Michigan Cancer Foundation, encompassing the Meyer L. Prentis Comprehensive Cancer Center of Metropolitan Detroit and the cancer programs of the Detroit Medical Center and Wayne State University. In 1995, the cancer center was named after Barbara Ann Karmanos, the late wife of Peter Karmanos Jr., former chairman and chief executive officer of Compuware Corporation. Barbara Ann Karmanos succumbed to breast cancer at the age of 46.
On October 30, 2013, Karmanos Cancer Institute and McLaren Health Care signed an agreement that created the largest cancer research and provider network in Michigan. The agreement was finalized in January 2014.[6]
Mission
The institute's mission statement reads: "The Karmanos Cancer Institute is a unique, integrated center of research, patient care and education, dedicated to the prevention, early detection, treatment and eventual eradication of cancer.[7] It conducts research in areas including basic research, clinical research, translational research, epidemiological research and behavioral research.[8]
Recognition
Karmanos received the Women's Choice Award as one of America's Best Hospitals for Cancer Care in 2015. The award signifies Karmanos' commitment and passion towards providing an extraordinary healthcare experience for women and all patients[9]
Leadership
- Gerold Bepler is president and chief executive officer.[4]
References
- ↑ http://www.cancer.gov centers/caner-centers-names.html Retrieved on 2009-07-01
- ↑ http://www.karmanos.org [www.karmanos.org/app.asp?id=577&ssec=1] Retrieved on 2009-07-01
- ↑ http://www.home.med.wayne.edu Retrieved on 2009-07-22
- 1 2 www.karmanos.org Retrieved on 2010-02-09
- ↑ http://www.karmanos.org Retrieved on 2012-02-16
- ↑ http://www.karmanos.org Retrieved on 2014-09-22
- ↑ http://www.karmanos.org [www.karmanos.org/app.asp?id=577&ssec=1] Retrieved on 2009-07-08
- ↑ http://www.karmanos.org Retrieved on 2009-07-29
- ↑ http://www.karmanos.org Retrieved 2015-12-18