About
The mission of memorial sloan-kettering cancer center is to lead in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and CURE of cancer and associated diseases through programs of excellence in research, education, outreach and cost-effective patient care. Leadership in patient care: we place the highest priority on advancing the care of cancer patients through early detection, accurate diagnosis, and optimal treatment. These three elements lead to the most effective cancer care possible, which is also the most cost-effective care. We strive for excellence in ALL existing and emerging therapies without neglecting the need for advanced approaches in palliation. We deliver these therapies in a caring environment that encompasses patients as well as their loved ONES. Excellence in patient care is exemplified by our multidisciplinary approach, a CORE competence of our center. We are committed to developing outreach programs to bring excellence in cancer care to the community. Leadership in research excellence: patient care requires the expeditious application of new knowledge discovered through rigorous laboratory and clinical research. The interrelationship between scientific discovery and its application to patient care defines our unique nature at its BEST. Leadership in education: to ensure progress, we are dedicated to providing the finest education and training for the most promising young scientists, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals. Public and patient education are also cornerstones for progress and success in patient care, especially in prevention, early detection, and compliance during therapy and maintenance programs. Resources for leadership: we are staffed with the highest-quality professionals who have a full-time commitment to our mission. We are determined to provide our staff and our patients with the finest state-of-the-art facilities, technology, management, and support services. Responsibilities of leadership: memorial sloan-kettering cancer center is a leader in cancer research and treatment, offering patients the most sophisticated, compassionate, and state-of-the-art care available and advancing the knowledge that will improve that care in the future. The close collaboration between our physicians and scientists is one of our unique strengths, enabling us to provide patients with the BEST care possible as we work to discover more-effective strategies to prevent, control, and ultimately CURE cancer.
In care of Kevin Malarkey
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