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The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

Johns Hopkins Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer Patient Care and Research Center of Excellence

Our center brings together multiple specialties, precision treatments designed specifically for the unique characteristics of each patient’s cancer, and the innovative research that revolutionized progress against colorectal cancer.

  • Our Team

    Specialists from multiple disciplines who provide comprehensive approaches to the treatment of colon cancer

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  • Research Areas

    Leading treatment for colon and rectal cancer and promising new therapies for metastatic cancers

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  • Rectal Cancer Clinic

    One-day, comprehensive evaluation by top rectal cancer medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and surgeons

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Colorectal cancer mattersConverging on Colorectal Cancer

A publication from the Colorectal Cancer Research Center of Excellence at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center.

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Vanessa's Colon Cancer Journey

When Vanessa was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, she was told there was nothing that could be done. However, an immunotherapy clinical trial offered by the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins gave her hope and a new lease on life. This is her story.

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Why Choose Johns Hopkins For Colon Cancer Treatment

The Multidisciplinary Difference 

The interaction among all research and clinical specialties that led to breakthrough discoveries is the hallmark of the Johns Hopkins Colorectal Cancer Research Center’s Multidisciplinary approach. 

Immunotherapies provide long lasting control of specific colorectal cancers, including some advanced cancers.  
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Better detection methods, including circulating tumor cell technology known as liquid biopsy, detect small clusters of cancer cells years before they are visible on CT scans or other scans. 
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Advances in precision medicine, including identification of critical cancer signatures, allow doctors to customize treatment for individual patients.
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Locations

Resources and SupportPatient and Family Services

The Harry J. Duffey Family Patient and Family Services Program offers a variety of resources such as emotional support, assistance with temporary housing and transportation, help with finances and legal matters, religious support and aid in managing care.

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Learn more about Colon Cancer

·      Colon Cancer Overview

·      Importance of Screening

·      Colon Cancer Treatment

·      Colon Cancer Survivorship

·      Multidisciplinary Rectal Cancer Clinic

·      Patient Stories

·      Proton Therapy

·      Colorectal Cancer Signs in Young People

·      We Are Here To Help

·      Support Services

·      Support Colorectal Cancer Research

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UPCOMING EVENTS Neighbors & Friends Cancer Collaboration Dinner

Join The Avenue Kitchen & Bar's Neighbors and Friends Cancer Collaboration Dinner for Colon Cancer Research

Support Colon Cancer

Charitable giving Support Colorectal Cancer Research

Each contribution to the Johns Hopkins Colorectal Cancer Research Center of Excellence has the potential to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients at Johns Hopkins and around the world. Our physician-scientists are leading the way, and your donation will support innovations that translate to better, more effective treatments.

  • Online

    To make a gift or pledge online, please complete our secure online giving form.

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  • Over the Phone

    Call 410-361-6391

  • By Mail

    Download and mail our giving form to:
    Fund for Johns Hopkins Medicine
    P.O. Box 49143
    Baltimore, MD 21297-9143

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