Care of Patients with Cancer at the University of Colorado Hospital

The University of Colorado Cancer Center is the Rocky Mountain region's only National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, recognized for its committment to research, clinical services, prevention and control.

The Cancer Center (UCCC) provides treatment options not available anywhere else in Colorado with a multidisciplinary team approach to care — the opportunity to meet with a variety of specialists, in one location, in one day. Physicians who are highly trained in the treatment of specific cancer types, using the latest technology. A commitment to world-class care and amazing service for our patients.

Affiliations, Accreditations, and Designations

LIVESTRONG™ Survivorship Center of Excellence Network

The University of Colorado Cancer Center is a member of the LIVESTRONG™ Survivorship Center of Excellence Network - one of seven centers in the country. We have created a Cancer Survivorship Program that brings resources, support, and information to cancer survivors in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain Region. In addition, we are conducting research to further our knowledge of the issues facing cancer survivors. This will allow us to provide better care throughout the entire cancer experience, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond.

American Cancer Society

The Cancer Center has partnered with the American Cancer Society to provide a Cancer Resource Navigator to assist our patients. The Navigator is able to assist patients and family by helping them utilize the many resources needed throughout their experience with cancer. The Navigator connects patients with information, resources, and referrals from the American Cancer Society, the University of Colorado Cancer Center and community agencies.

Commission on Cancer and National Cancer Institute

The Cancer Center is accredited as an Approved Cancer Program by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. It is also a National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated Comprehensive Cancer Program.

Types of Cancer Treated

During 2006, the University of Colorado Cancer Center provided comprehensive care to patients with the following types of cancer.

Patient Visits

Over the last six years, the number of patient visits to the Cancer Center and Infusion Center has steadily grown.

Survival

The following charts show the Cancer Center's five-year survival rates for the top five types of cancer treated at UCCC. The Cancer Center's survival rates compare favorably to the State of Colorado's survival rates for all five types of cancer.