The Comprehensive Cancer Center Zurich (CCCZ) is a strategic alliance of the University of Zurich (UZH) and the University Hospital Zurich (USZ), including the Balgrist University Hospital and the University Children’s Hospital Zurich. As a joint center of excellence, CCCZ bundles the knowledge and innovative strength of all cancer experts of the UZH and university hospitals. CCCZ strives for excellence in cancer research and cancer medicine, tight collaborations between scientists and physicians, and comprehensive oncology education for professionals and the society. Our overall aim is to develop innovative diagnostic and therapeutic concepts towards precision oncology.
Our goals at the Comprehensive Cancer Center Zurich
- Interdisciplinary diagnosis and treatment for cancer patients according to the highest medical standards
- Innovative cancer research to develop novel anti-cancer therapies
- Excellent education and knowledge transfer for employees, patients and the society