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Welcome to the MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Why choose us
MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital was built on a foundation of cura personalis—caring for the whole person. This rich Jesuit tradition represents our dedication to the physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being of others and allows us to provide holistic care for our patients and their families throughout their cancer journey.
This commitment, combined with the expertise and the range of services we offer, results in an unmatched experience for cancer patients and their families. As the premier experts in cancer, we are the treatment destination of choice for patients from all parts of the globe. In fact, we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 50 cancer programs in the country for 2022-2023—the only program to achieve this rank in the Washington, D.C., region.
Noted for our multidisciplinary approach to cancer care, we serve as a central hub for all our patients’ needs, offering a full spectrum of cancer services, including screening and prevention, research, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, social/emotional support, and survivorship programs. Our specialists are leaders in the field of cancer research, and work collaboratively to develop a unique treatment plan designed specifically for each patient. Our cancer-specific nurse navigators streamline the process, ensuring the delivery of patient-centered care throughout the cancer journey. This team approach results in higher quality care and, ultimately, better outcomes.
In addition, our research engine, Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, the region’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, gives patients access to breakthrough treatments and clinical trials in cancer care. Our program brings together many nationally and internationally recognized subject matter experts who are leading, designing, and writing them.
Whether you’re looking for preventive services, exploring treatment options, or want to request a second opinion regarding a cancer diagnosis, you can be sure that everything you need is offered at MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.
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Our clinical departments
The Center includes the following clinical departments and services:
Our providers
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Pedro E Alcedo Andrade, MD
Hematology
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Nadia Gul Ashai, MD
Breast Medical Oncology
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Michael Benjamin Atkins, MD
Medical Oncology
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Chavalia Joan Breece, ANP-BC
Counseling & Addiction Counseling
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Catherine Meyers Broome, MD
Benign Hematology & Hematology
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Aimee M. Chappell, ANP-BC
Hematology Oncology
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Katie A. Cormier, FNP
Hematology Oncology
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Julia Cunningham, MD
Benign Hematology & Hematology Oncology
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Margaret Cuthbert, AGACNP-BC
Hematology
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Louis Alan Dainty, MD
Gynecologic Medical Oncology & Gynecologic Oncology
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Nancy Ann Dawson, MD
Medical Oncology
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Jacqueline Lucy Galdos, FNP-BC
Hematology Oncology
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Kellie A. Gardner, CRNP
Medical Oncology, Genitourinary Medical Oncology & Cutaneous Skin Medical Oncology
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Geoffrey Thomas Gibney, MD
Medical Oncology
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Theresa Lynne Harrington Stukus, ANP-BC
Breast Medical Oncology & Hematology Oncology
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Aiwu Ruth He, MD, PhD
Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
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Claudine Isaacs, MD
Cancer Genetics & Breast Medical Oncology
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Craig M Kessler, MD
Benign Hematology & Hematology
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Chul Kim, MD
Medical Oncology & Hematology Oncology
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Edina Komlodi-Pasztor, MD, PhD
Neuro-Oncology & Neurology
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Paul Leger, MD
Medical Oncology
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Marc E. Lippman, MD
Breast Medical Oncology
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Stephen Liu, MD
Medical Oncology
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Molly Ann Lloyd, AGACNP-BC, MSN, RN
Hematology Oncology
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Laura Macke, FNP-C, MS, BSN
Medical Oncology
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Candace Bavette Mainor, MD
Breast Medical Oncology
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John Lindsay Marshall, MD
Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology & Medical Oncology
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Cristina Maria Merkhofer, MD
Medical Oncology & Hematology Oncology
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Marcus Smith Noel, MD
Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
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George K. Philips, MD
Medical Oncology
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Suthee Rapisuwon, MD
Hematology & Medical Oncology
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Joshua Reuss, MD
Thoracic Medical Oncology & Medical Oncology
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Jenna M. Smith, CRNP
Hematology Oncology
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Elizabeth A. Strand, CRNP, ANP-BC
Hematology Oncology
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Jillian E. Thompson, CRNP
Hematology Oncology
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Benjamin Adam Weinberg, MD
Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology & Hematology Oncology
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Louis M. Weiner, MD
Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology & Medical Oncology
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Alaa Ali, MD, MSC
Cellular Therapy, Hematology & Medical Oncology
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Kimberley R. Doucette, MD, MSC
Hematology Oncology
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Kieron M Dunleavy, MD
Lymphoma, Hematology, Cellular Therapy & Medical Oncology
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David H. Vesole, MD
Myeloma, Hematology & Medical Oncology
Patient stories
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Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Insurance
MedStar Medical Group accepts most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted at MedStar Medical Group, please call your insurance company.
Accreditation
MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital continuously meets the rigorous standards that are required to earn recognition from some of the nation’s most highly regarded accrediting bodies. This includes:
- Accreditation with Commendation from the American College of Surgeons Committee on Cancer
- Certification from the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s Quality Oncology Practice Initiative program
- Full accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers
- Accreditation from the American College of Radiology