ONCOLOGY

Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University at Northwestern Memorial Hospital is a national leader in translating life-changing research into better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer. Our multidisciplinary teams of physicians and scientists combine scientific discovery and medical expertise to provide the highest level of innovative, patient-centered care. We are committed to training and mentoring the next generation of leaders, ensuring better cancer care and improving the lives of our patients.
 
Lurie Cancer Center is designated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) as one of only 57 Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the nation recognized for their scientific leadership, resources and the depth and breadth of their research. Lurie Cancer Center is also a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), one of the world’s leading alliances devoted to defining and advancing high-quality, high-value cancer care. Our physicians help write the NCCN patient guidelines for each cancer type.
 
Northwestern Memorial Hospital is ranked No. 8 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report, 2026 – 2027, one of the hospital's 10 specialties in the top 10. We’re also proud to be home to Lurie Cancer Center, the first and only cancer center in Illinois rated “Exceptional” by the NCI.

Clinical trials in ONCOLOGY

(xIRB NCI CIRB) Alliance A031902: CASPAR - A Phase III Trial of Enzalutamide and Rucaparib as a Novel Therapy in First-Line Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer

Principal Investigator: 
David J. VanderWeele, MD, PhD

(xIRB NCI CIRB) Alliance A211801: BRCA-P: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Multi-Center, International Phase 3 Study to determine the Preventive Effect of Denosumab on Breast Cancer in Women carrying a BRCA1 Germline Mutation

​Principal Investigator: 
Seema A. Khan, MD
To view all clinical trials, visit Clinical Trials at Feinberg School of Medicine

Temporarily Removing Organs to Completely Remove Cancer

The story of how six different specialties came together in an unprecedented way to remove a massive tumor affecting Jessica's heart. Read Jessica's story.

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Updates from Northwestern medicine ONCOLOGY

Featuring: Lynn M. Yee, MD, MPH, Kalvin C. Lung, MD, and Sunandana Chandra, MD, MS
When a patient developed a persistent cough during pregnancy, it led to the discovery of a large tumor in her chest. A team of specialists at Northwestern Medicine provided urgent care, performed an emergency C-section, and used innovative treatments to save the patient’s life and her baby's.

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Continuing Medical Education (CME)

Join leaders in oncology and hematology Friday, July 11, 2025, from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
at the 2025 Lurie Cancer Center Oncology Review Symposium. This event is a comprehensive summary of the most up-to-date research and clinical data presented at ASCO's Annual Meeting.
For a full list of CME opportunities, visit Continuing Medical Education at Feinberg School of Medicine.

Meet our Oncology faculty at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

We are committed to improving human health through education and discovery.

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