Our Purpose – To Improve the Lives of Cancer Patients

Modern Healthcare recognized ten organizations that have bolstered the diversity of their workforces, including the leadership and governance ranks. UH was one of the only hospital systems to make the list. Over 50% of our department leadership is female, and over 15% of our physicians are underrepresented in medicine.

The significant advantage of proton therapy treatment over standard radiation therapy is that protons slowly deposit their energy as they travel towards the cancerous tumor, and then due to a unique physical characteristic called the Bragg Peak, deposit the majority of the radiation dose directly in the tumor and travel no further through the body.

Of the nearly 900 cancer centers in the USA, only 53 have achieved NCI-designated status as a comprehensive cancer center. This is based on excellence in scientific leadership, resources, and the depth and breadth of their research in basic, clinical, and prevention, cancer control, and population science. The comprehensive cancer center was one of the few that received “exceptional” status.

Founded in 1866, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of 23 hospitals (including five joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. UH is one of the largest employers in Northeast Ohio, with more than 30,000 employees.

UH Seidman is part of only 32 Lead Academic Participating Sites and is a leader in clinical trial accrual.

UH Seidman is part of the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, which is part of NCCN's not-for-profit alliance of 32 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education.

While having the latest technology and talented minds are needed to be a world-class center of excellence, they are only half the story to provide exceptional care. Our team is comprised of hundreds of compassionate people who work together to treat patients the way they would want their family to be treated.

UH Rainbow Babies & Children's is a 244-bed, full-service children's hospital, and academic medical center. A trusted leader in pediatric healthcare for over 130 years, UH Rainbow Babies & Children's consistently ranks among the top children's hospitals in the nation.

Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient cancer care is delivered at UH Seidman Cancer Center, the only free-standing cancer hospital in Northeast Ohio. A simple elevator ride takes you between our large radiation oncology department, infusion center, breast center, and numerous inpatient floors and outpatient surgery and medical clinics.