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CAR T Hailed as Cancer Cure
A new study shows two early recipients of Penn-developed CAR T cell therapy were leukemia-free nearly a decade after receiving the personalized cellular treatment.
Abramson Cancer Center rated EXCEPTIONAL by the National Cancer Institute
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The NCI has, once again, rated the Abramson Cancer Center as an "Exceptional" Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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U.S. News & World Report ranked the Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian one of the top 10 best hospitals in the nation for cancer care for 2021-22.

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We are offering oncology patient appointments by phone or computer, in the comfort of your own home. Virtual visits make it easier for you to access the care you need while also following social distancing guidelines.

To schedule a virtual visit, please call 800-789-7366.

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