Cancer Programs

USCF – Washington Cancer Center

Washington Hospital’s affiliation with UCSF Health provides oncology patients with access to the latest cancer research, technology, and treatment in a comforting and convenient environment.

UCSF - Washington Cancer Center Address

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Referrals: Call 510.248.1600 or fax a referral form to 510.818.8709

Washington Hospital has collaborated with UCSF Health to provide oncology patients with access to the latest cancer research, technology and treatment in a comforting and convenient environment.

As medical director, UCSF physician Bogdan Eftimie, MD, oversees cancer services at Washington Hospital.

Together with referring providers, Washington Hospital and UCSF Health aim to redefine what is possible in cancer care while significantly improving the lives of the patients we serve.

A cancer diagnosis understandably causes fear and unease, and naturally you will want to find the best possible medical care to treat it. That’s exactly what you’ll receive as a patient at Washington Hospital Healthcare System’s Comprehensive Community Cancer Program. We treat a wide range of cancer types with advanced treatment designed for optimal outcomes delivered by board-certified physicians who specialize in oncology.

Accredited by the Commission on Cancer Since 1993

Commission on Cancer Mission

The Commission on Cancer (CoC), a program of the American College of Surgeons (ACoS), recognizes cancer care programs for their commitment to providing comprehensive, high quality, and multidisciplinary patient centered care.

The CoC Accreditation Program

CoC accreditation encourages hospitals, treatment centers, and other facilities to

improve their quality of care through various cancer-related programs addressing the full continuum of cancer—from prevention to survivorship.

Each cancer program must undergo a rigorous evaluation and review of its performance and compliance with the CoC standards. To maintain accreditation, cancer programs must undergo an on-site review every three years.

Value of CoC Accreditation

Programs can proudly demonstrate to their communities, providers, payors, and the government that they have invested in systems aimed toward cancer patients receiving high-quality, coordinated care, and that they have made the efforts for supportive services and resources addressing the full continuum of care are available in their communities.

Lung Cancer Screening Program

Studies show how screening is a valuable tool for detecting lung cancer at the earliest, most treatable stages. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force — an independent volunteer panel of national health experts — recommends low-dose CT scans for individuals deemed “high risk”. Talk with your doctor about whether or not a scan is right for you or someone you love.

Beneficiary Eligibility Criteria (Medicare Patients)

• Age 50–77 years old
• Asymptomatic (no signs or symptoms of lung cancer)
• Tobacco smoking history of at least 20 pack-years. (Pack years = number of packs per day multiplied by years smoked. 1 pack = 20 cigarettes)
• Current smoker or one who has quit smoking within the last 15 years

Beneficiary Eligibility Criteria (Non-Medicare Patients)

• Age 50–80 years old
• Asymptomatic (no signs or symptoms of lung cancer)
• Tobacco smoking history of at least 20 pack-years. (Pack years = number of packs per day multiplied by years smoked. 1 pack = 20 cigarettes)
• Current smoker or one who has quit smoking within the last 15 years

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For more information discuss with your physician or to schedule an appointment with a pulmonologist, call 800.963.7070 for a physician referral.
Once you have received a referral from your physician, call 510.818.7410 to schedule a low-dose CT scan.