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The 10 Best Cancer Hospitals in the U.S.

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Being diagnosed with cancer can be a major turning point in people's lives, and it makes sense to want to seek out the best treatment available. As with any ranking of cancer hospitals, this list provides a few prestigious names but doesn't necessarily tell the whole story of where you should seek treatment. Some of these hospitals may not have physicians on staff who specialize in the specific type of cancer treatment you need.

Mayo Clinic

As one of the most prestigious hospitals in the USA, the Mayo Clinic also ranks highly for its cancer treatment capabilities. There are Mayo Clinic locations in multiple locations in the United States, so you may find the care you need closer to home than you might think.

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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Pediatric cancer can be an absolute nightmare for families, and the best children's cancer hospitals provide not only excellent care but also peace of mind and a friendlier atmosphere for little ones. St. Jude does both with aplomb, making it a worthwhile option for families seeking treatment for children with cancer.

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Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center

With highly ranked facilities for both adults and children with cancer, Sloan-Kettering is a suitable choice for patients in New York City and beyond. Not all cancer hospitals in the USA are located within a major metropolis, but Sloan-Kettering makes it easy for patients by providing shuttle services to different facilities across New York City.

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Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

This teaching hospital provides excellent resources for families of pediatric cancer patients in addition to providing excellent care for the children themselves. Survival rates are generally high for patients of this pediatric cancer treatment center as well.

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University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has numerous facilities, including some specialty clinics focused on specific types of cancer treatment. MD Anderson is also a major research center focused on future efforts to treat and prevent cancer.

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The Cleveland Clinic

The Cleveland Clinic is another hospital that's likely to show up on top 10 hospitals in USA lists for its general quality in addition to being highly ranked as a specialist cancer treatment facility. One thing that makes this hospital so great is that they offer resources to make life easier for patients, like art and music therapy.

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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Another family-focused pediatric cancer treatment center with an excellent national reputation, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia provides full-service treatment and care at every stage of diagnosis. You can also approach the hospital for a second opinion if your child has been diagnosed with cancer and you want to make sure the diagnosis and treatment plan you've received are correct.

Johns Hopkins Hospital

Baltimore's Johns Hopkins Hospital is affiliated with the university of the same name, making it a prestigious destination for adult and pediatric cancer patients. Johns Hopkins has long been a pioneering name in medical research, and it makes regular use of cutting-edge technology for diagnosis and treatment.

UCSF Medical Center

The University of California-San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center offers highly ranked cancer treatments for both adults and children. With an excellent record for both 30-day survival after treatment and patient safety during treatment, the UCSF Medical Center is a beacon of hope for the Bay Area.

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Seattle Cancer Care Alliance

Combining three of Seattle's cancer treatment institution _ Fred Hutch, University of Washington Medicine and Seattle Children's _ the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance is a major West Coast destination for cancer treatment. Lung and colon cancer are particular specialties at this institution.