Stamford Hospital Joins Dana Farber Cancer Collaborative

Editor's note: We previously ran this article, but here it is again in case you missed it.Stamford, CT- Stamford Hospital became the first hospital in Connecticut to join the Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Care Collaborative.

The DF/BWCCC conducted an extensive review of the hospital's outpatient medical oncology and radiation oncology practices and procedures.

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“We are proud to be the newest member joining the well-regarded and nationally recognized institutions behind the Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Care Collaborative,” said Brian G. Grissler, President and CEO, Stamford Health. “As we prepare to open our new hospital in September, this relationship will expand our cancer expertise and solidify our vision to provide the best cancer care for our community today, while ensuring access to the latest in treatments and research for the future.”

Hospital staff will have greater educational opportunities and the ability to consult specialists at the women's cancer center in Boston regarding complex cases.
“Dana-Farber exists to help relieve the burden of cancer for as many people as possible,” said Edward J. Benz, Jr., MD, president of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. “We are excited about working more closely with such a strong and high quality partner as Stamford Hospital.”