John Theurer Cancer Center
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| John Theurer Cancer Center | |
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| Geography | |
| Location | 92 2nd Street, Hackensack, New Jersey, United States |
| Organization | |
| Funding | Non-profit hospital |
| Type | Cancer treatment |
| Affiliated university | Hackensack University Medical Center
Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center |
| Network | Hackensack Meridian Health |
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| Lists | Hospitals in the United States |
John Theurer Cancer Center (JTCC) at the Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC), and part of the Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH), specializes in oncology services and treatments.[1] It is known for being the first site approved to use cell-based gene therapy to treat patients with certain types of large B-cell lymphoma who have not responded or relapsed after at least two other kinds of treatment; it initiated the first CAR T-cell therapy clinical trials and is a member of the NCI-approved Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. Other areas of concentration include bone marrow transplants, stem cell transplantation, lymphoma, leukemia, multiple myeloma, neuro-oncology, cutaneous malignancy, gastrointestinal, geriatric, head and neck, thoracic, urologic, breast, and gynecologic.[2] As of 2023, Andre Goy is chair and Chief Physician Officer.[3][4][5]
In 2019, JTCC received approval from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) as a member of the NCI-approved Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center.[6] The partnership focuses on advancing research and treatment in breast cancer, cancer prevention and control, experimental therapeutics and molecular oncology.[7][8][9] The Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Center is designated by the National Cancer Institute as a leader in cancer treatment.[10]
Hackensack University Medical Center and Hackensack Meridian Health affiliations
JTCC is part of Hackensack University Medical Center. HUMC and part of the Hackensack Meridian Health network, which includes Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital, the Cancer Center, a branch of The Betty Torricelli Institute for Breast Care, Ocean Medical Center, Pascack Valley Medical Center, and the Riverview Medical Center.[11][12][13]
In 2022, JTCC expanded its program to Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center's HOPE Tower, providing access to specialized cancer services and access to clinical trials.[14]
Other affiliations
JTCC has a partnership with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) to provide cancer care and develop joint standards of care through the oversight of a governing board composed of members from both MSK and HMH.[15]
In 2021, JTCC entered into a clinical affiliation with Regional Cancer Care Associates (RCCA) to open a practice called Toms River Regional Cancer Center in Toms River, NJ. The center provides comprehensive medical and surgical oncology/hematology consultative services by community-based, regional, and national specialists for various types and stages of cancer and serious blood disorders.[13]
In 2022, JTCC entered into a clinical affiliation with St. Joseph's Health to provide expanded cancer care services to the residents of Wayne, Paterson, and Totowa.
Green initiatives
In 2011, JTCC at HUMC opened a $130-million, 155,000 sq ft (14,400 m2) facility.[1] The JTCC pavilion was built with a green roof, providing patients and visitors with a relaxing environment[16] and doubling as exterior insulation—greatly reducing heat gain and loss.[17] This reduces energy use for heating and cooling as well as harmful emissions.[18]