Albert Einstein Cancer Center Recognized by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons

Philadelphia, PA, March 8, 2005 --  Albert Einstein Cancer Center has received three-year approval from the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).

The Commission’s Approvals Program sets and reviews quality standards for cancer programs across the country. Only one in four hospitals that treat cancer  receives this approval. This is the second time Einstein’s Cancer Center has received the approval since it opened in 1999.

“This is an acknowledgement  that we provide the newest treatments and a team approach that involves medical oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists and other cancer specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of each and every patient,” says Medical Director William Tester, MD, FACP. 

To meet the standards necessary for Commission approval, Einstein’s Cancer Center underwent a rigorous evaluation and review of its performance. The Cancer Center received the highest level commendations for its early detection programs, compliance with the American Joint Committee standards on tumor staging, excellence in clinical research, and outcomes analyses. 

Albert Einstein Healthcare Network, a member of the Jefferson Health System, provides healthcare services through Albert Einstein Medical Center, Germantown Community Health Services, Willow Terrace (a nursing home), Einstein at Elkins Park, MossRehab, Willowcrest (a center for subacute care), Belmont Behavioral Health and a number of outpatient and satellite locations.  Einstein also operates a primary care network, Einstein Neighborhood Healthcare. For more information, visit www.einstein.edu or call 1-800-EINSTEIN.

Publish date: March 8, 2005