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Our NCI Designation
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated comprehensive cancer center. It is the only such center in the region and 1 of fewer than 60 in the United States. This is the highest honor bestowed by the NCI.
Comprehensive designation means greater access to cutting-edge treatments, leading to higher survival rates. Roy Jensen, MD
Vice Chancellor and Director, The University of Kansas Cancer Center
Comprehensive cancer centers like The University of Kansas Cancer Center are pioneers in cancer research, recognized for their scientific leadership, resources and depth of research in basic, clinical and population science.
As an NCI-designated comprehensive center, it is also the cancer center’s duty to provide public education and outreach programs on cancer prevention and screening, with a sharpened focus on the unique underserved and high-risk populations in Kansas and western Missouri.
Our consortium partners
Stowers Institute for Medical Research and Children’s Mercy are recognized by the NCI as our formal consortium members. Our cancer efforts are made stronger by these powerhouse partners. With Stowers’ strong emphasis in basic research, combined with Children’s Mercy’s focus on pediatric patients, we are able to deepen our research efforts and help more patients.
NCI Designation
Our cancer center is 1 of fewer than 60 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers nationwide. 
Clinical Trials
We are a pioneer in new clinical trial research that leads to innovative treatments. 
Still the Best
Our hospital continues to rank as the best in Kansas City and in Kansas
according to U.S. News & World Report.