UC Cancer Center unveils new Blood Health Cancer Center

The University of Cincinnati Cancer Center has officially opened its Blood Cancer Healing Center, aimed at helping the 1.6 million people affected by blood cancers in the U.S. annually. Located at 3232 Healing Way in Uptown Cincinnati, the center plans to expand throughout the year and into 2025, offering research labs for new cancer treatments and wellness areas.

With a team of 256 clinicians and researchers, the center is the only blood cancer center in the U.S. to provide comprehensive care including inpatient and outpatient services, survivorship programs, integrative medicine, and spiritual care. Dr. John Byrd, a renowned blood cancer care expert and researcher, played a key role in the creation of the center.

By combining personalized, holistic care with groundbreaking research, the Blood Cancer Healing Center aims to give patients hope for a brighter future. Byrd stated that with advancements in blood cancer research, patients can now manage the disease and live longer, emphasizing the importance of early detection and treatment. The center was made possible through charitable donations and is dedicated to providing exceptional care to those affected by blood cancers.