About Dana-Farber
Since its founding in 1947, Dana-Farber has been committed to providing cancer patients with the best treatment available today while developing tomorrow's cures through cutting-edge research.
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Mission and Values
The mission of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is to provide expert, compassionate care to children and adults with cancer while advancing the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, cure, and prevention of cancer and related diseases.
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Mission Possible Campaign
Boldly recognizing that the opportunity to conquer cancer is within reach, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has launched a $1 billion comprehensive capital campaign – the largest and most ambitious fundraising campaign in its history.
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History
In 1947, the late Sidney Farber, MD, founded a Children's Cancer Research Foundation dedicated to providing children with cancer with compassionate, state-of-the-art care while simultaneously developing cancer treatments and cures of the future.
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News & Publications
Look here for the latest developments in research and patient care at the Institute. Visitors to this section will find press releases, facts and figures, downloadable publications, a special section for journalists, and much more.
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Dana-Farber Physicians & Researchers
Search here for a Dana-Farber doctor or researcher by name, department, or key word.
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Medical Education & Training
Since 1973, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has offered post-graduate training in hematology and oncology to physicians who want to be board-certified in these specialties. The goal of this training is to produce physician/scientists who will be both astute, compassionate clinicians and innovative, dedicated scientists.
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Community Outreach
Through Dana-Farber's Community Benefits program, DFCI works in collaboration with community partners to promote greater public health.
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Collaborations
Dana-Farber collaborates with a variety of hospitals and research institutions to provide its patients the finest cancer care possible.
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DFCI Directory
Included here is a directory of phone numbers for Dana-Farber departments.
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Working at Dana-Farber
The Institute offers an exceptional opportunity to learn and grow in an atmosphere that is congenial and stimulating. Searching for position openings, viewing a list of benefits available to DFCI employees, and applying for positions online are just a few of the options available here.
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DFCI Awards
Dana-Farber has recently earned numerous awards for its efforts in treating cancer patients, finding a cure for the disease, and educating its patients.
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Leadership Profiles
View brief biographies of the members of Dana-Farber's Executive Management Group.
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Why Dana-Farber?
Every year, thousands of cancer patients from around the world come to Dana-Farber to receive care. Listed here are some of the reasons why.
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Satellite Clinics
Dana-Farber has begun to extend its care beyond the Longwood Medical Area by opening satellite clinics. The first opened at Faulkner Hospital in June 2006.
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Online Stores
Whether you are a patient, a family member, an employee, supporter, or just a fan, now you can show your Dana-Farber and Jimmy Fund pride by purchasing a hat, shirt, jacket or blanket featuring the Dana-Farber or Jimmy Fund logo.
