Hollings Cancer Center
A National Cancer Institute Designated Cancer CenterDoctors & Researchers
Behind every patient stands a multidisciplinary team of cancer specialists who work together to determine the best care plan for each patient, and across our campus leading scientists and researchers work daily to unlock the clues to cancer.
In the Headlines
Sara Giordano, M.D., a breast cancer specialist at MUSC Health, calls it exciting to be able to omit chemotherapy for a lot of women with early-stage breast cancer. The change is based on the findings of a major international study called TAILORx.
Upcoming Events
Join us for the 8th annual Swing For A Cure Fundraiser on June 22 & 23. The kick-off party with auctions will be held at Harborside East on Friday, June 22, and the golf tournament will be held at Patriots Point Links on Saturday, June 23.
ABOUT HOLLINGS
Why Hollings?
This year, more breakthroughs will be discovered. More cancer patients will find hope. And Hollings Cancer Center will be on the leading edge of offering better options to patients. As a cancer center that combines patient care and research, Hollings brings together over 180 physicians and scientists who are driving the discoveries that will lead to tomorrow’s treatments.
Quality & Awards
National Cancer Institute Designation
The only National Cancer Institute-Designated Cancer Center in South Carolina, Hollings is at the forefront of cancer research. This research is the driving force behind delivering medical advances to patients and their families, enabling us to educate health care professionals and the public, and to establish outreach services for underserved populations.
"We are so fortunate to have a cancer center offering groundbreaking research and top-notch patient care right here in South Carolina"
- Senator Ernest "Fritz" Hollings
Health Focus: SC Public RadioBobbi Conner talks with Dr. Chrystal Paulos about cancer research related to adoptive cell transfer immunotherapy.
Adoptive Cell Transfer/Immunotherapy
Hollings in the CommunityGive to Hollings
Upcoming EventMUSC Science Café
July 24, 2018
5:30 p.m. | Charleston Beer Works (upstairs)
Gustavo Leone, Ph.D.
Director, Hollings Cancer Center
"Origins of Cancer"
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PATIENT CARE
Patient Care at Hollings
As one of the leading cancer treatment centers in the Southeast, Hollings Cancer Center combines the full range of cancer specialties to deliver a higher level of care to the patients we serve. Our team of more than 60 sub-specialists – each concentrating on a specific discipline of cancer treatment and care – works with individual patients to develop customized treatment programs that target a broad range of conditions. Our specialists work together as a team, often meeting with patients under the same roof on the same day. We are striving to deliver the highest level of care in the best way possible.
Find a Cancer Care Location
The heart of our patient care is located in downtown Charleston, SC. Patients may also be seen in oncology clinic locations closer to home.
Patient Stories
Personalized patient care is at the center of everything we do. And no one tells the story better than our patients themselves. Meet some of our patients and hear about their cancer journey.
Patient Stories
Refer a Patient
Patients may be referred to Hollings by calling MEDULINE at 843-792-2200 or 800-922-5250, MUSC’s dedicated consultation line open 24/7 exclusively for health care professionals or through the online Patient Referral Portal.
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Patient Resources
Hollings offers resources for patients, families and those interested in learning more about cancer prevention and risk. These include our Patient & Family Resource Room, the online MUSC Health Library and many services and support networks.
Patient Resources
Medical Oncology (Chemotherapy)
Radiation Therapy
Surgery
Blood & Marrow Transplant
Clinical TrialsClinical Trials
Is a clinical trial right for you?Every treatment that has ever made a difference in cancer was once a part of a clinical trial. The Hollings Cancer Center is committed to offering the best treatments available today while searching for even better ones for the future.
Find a Clinical Trial
As an NCI-Designated Cancer Center, Hollings Cancer Center is part of a national network of clinical trials, with access to hundreds of trials across the United States.
RESEARCH
Making a Difference through Cancer Research
Hollings Cancer Center is home to more than 120 scientists conducting research and collaborating on better ways to prevent, detect, diagnose and treat this complex disease. As one of 70 National Cancer Institute-Designated Cancer Centers, Hollings continues to attract top cancer researchers from leading institutions across the country who are conducting research in the community, laboratory and clinic.
Research Programs
HCC Fellowship Program
The HCC Fellowship Program is currently accepting applications for Postdoctoral/Clinical Fellows and Graduate Fellows.
Research Training Programs
K12: Junior FacultyT32: Postdoctoral Trainees R25: Summer UndergraduateShared Resources
Upcoming Deadlines
The next call for applications will be June 4 for the Pre-Clinical & Clinical Concepts, Team Science, and Idea awards. Applications for these awards will be due August 3.
About Hollings Cancer Center
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