Research
To support pioneering scientific research, the Katzen Cancer Research Center will accelerate the recruitment of top researchers and clinicians to develop innovative approaches to cancer treatment and to improve the quality of life for survivors. The Center is equipped with four infusion chairs set aside to be used specifically for cancer research.
Clinical Care
The Katzen Cancer Research Center will bring the most up-to-date technology and treatment options to patients being served by the GW Medical Center. It also will offer patients more convenience in scheduling and receiving their cancer treatment. The Center features an “inspired by nature” organic design to create a calming, healing environment for patients receiving treatment.
In Memoriam Cyrus Katzen
The George Washington Medical Faculty Associates (MFA) wishes to express its deepest condolences to the family of Dr. Cyrus Katzen, philanthropist and co-founder of the Dr. Cyrus and Myrtle Katzen Cancer Research Center. Cyrus and Myrtle Katzen pledged $10 million in the fall of 2008 to establish a center dedicated to advancing cancer research and providing superior clinical care and education in the fight against cancer. Cyrus and Myrtle Katzen’s pledge represents the largest ever received by GW. Read more
Opening of Infusion Center
In record time, GW designed and built a new, state-of-the-art facility that opened on February 9, 2009. GW President Steven Knapp proudly stated, “The Katzen Cancer Research Center represents our University’s commitment to be a leader in the fight against cancer. Because of the generosity of the Katzen family we will be able to expand our cutting-edge cancer research and improve cancer treatments for our patients.”