News & Announcements
Traffic improvements being made around medical campus
Apr. 27, 2012
The road construction work near Duke University Hospital on Erwin Road and nearby streets might seem unconnected to the major construction work around Duke Medicine Circle, but these traffic improvements are indeed parts of the Duke Cancer Center and Duke Medicine Pavilion expansion projects.
Apr. 27, 2012
The road construction work near Duke University Hospital on Erwin Road and nearby streets might seem unconnected to the major construction work around Duke Medicine Circle, but these traffic improvements are indeed parts of the Duke Cancer Center and Duke Medicine Pavilion expansion projects.
Thank You from Kevin Sowers
Feb. 27, 2012
Kevin Sowers, president of Duke University Hospital [include his full title], comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Feb. 27, 2012
Kevin Sowers, president of Duke University Hospital [include his full title], comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Building Excitement Video Series - Part 5
Feb. 27, 2012
In Part 5, nursing leaders talk about their expectations for how the Cancer Center will impact care and the patient experience, and talk about the new amenities that they are most excited to see patients use and enjoy.
Feb. 27, 2012
In Part 5, nursing leaders talk about their expectations for how the Cancer Center will impact care and the patient experience, and talk about the new amenities that they are most excited to see patients use and enjoy.
First patients arrive at Duke Cancer Center
Feb. 27, 2012
Before the sun was fully up on Monday, Feb. 27, patients began arriving for their appointments at the new Duke Cancer Center.
Feb. 27, 2012
Before the sun was fully up on Monday, Feb. 27, patients began arriving for their appointments at the new Duke Cancer Center.
Cancer Center Dedication Ceremony & Ribbon Cutting
Feb. 24, 2012
Special guests and community leaders helped Duke Medicine senior leaders and Duke patients and their families cut the ribbon that officially dedicated and opened the new Duke Cancer Center.
Feb. 24, 2012
Special guests and community leaders helped Duke Medicine senior leaders and Duke patients and their families cut the ribbon that officially dedicated and opened the new Duke Cancer Center.
Thank You from Chancellor Dzau
Feb. 24, 2012
Victor J. Dzau, MD, Duke University chancellor for health affairs and president and CEO of Duke University Health System, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Feb. 24, 2012
Victor J. Dzau, MD, Duke University chancellor for health affairs and president and CEO of Duke University Health System, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Thank You from Carolyn Carpenter
Feb. 23, 2012
Carolyn Carpenter, associate dean and administrator for the Duke Cancer Institute, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Feb. 23, 2012
Carolyn Carpenter, associate dean and administrator for the Duke Cancer Institute, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Highlights from Feb. 22 Cancer Center Opening Events
Feb. 23, 2012
On Wednesday, February 22, several events took place to celebrate the opening of the Duke Cancer Center, including a special open house for cancer patients and survivors, and a scientific symposium.
Feb. 23, 2012
On Wednesday, February 22, several events took place to celebrate the opening of the Duke Cancer Center, including a special open house for cancer patients and survivors, and a scientific symposium.
Thank You from Dr. Kastan
Feb. 22, 2012
Michael B. Kastan, M.D., executive director of the Duke Cancer Institute, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Feb. 22, 2012
Michael B. Kastan, M.D., executive director of the Duke Cancer Institute, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Duke Faculty, Staff and Students Attend Cancer Center Open House
Feb. 22, 2012
On Tuesday, February 21, Duke Medicine and Duke University faculty, staff and students attended a Cancer Center Open House.
Feb. 22, 2012
On Tuesday, February 21, Duke Medicine and Duke University faculty, staff and students attended a Cancer Center Open House.
Thank You from Mary Ann Fuchs
Feb. 21, 2012
Mary Ann Fuchs, chief nursing and patient care services officer, DUH and DUHS, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Feb. 21, 2012
Mary Ann Fuchs, chief nursing and patient care services officer, DUH and DUHS, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Highlights from Dedication/Commissioning
Feb. 21, 2012
On Monday, February 20, Duke Cancer Institute faculty and cancer service-related staff attended a very special Dedication and Commissioning of the Duke Cancer Center facility.
Feb. 21, 2012
On Monday, February 20, Duke Cancer Institute faculty and cancer service-related staff attended a very special Dedication and Commissioning of the Duke Cancer Center facility.
Thank You from Dr. Fulkerson
Feb. 20, 2012
William J. Fulkerson, Jr., M.D., executive vice president of Duke University Health System, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Feb. 20, 2012
William J. Fulkerson, Jr., M.D., executive vice president of Duke University Health System, comments on the historic opening of the Cancer Center.
Building Excitement Video Series - Part 4
Feb. 20, 2012
In the "Building Excitement" video series, your peers weigh in on the new building. Every week, we'll feature staff members as they enter the Cancer Center for the first time, as well as Duke employees that have been a part of the Cancer Center project from the very beginning.
Feb. 20, 2012
In the "Building Excitement" video series, your peers weigh in on the new building. Every week, we'll feature staff members as they enter the Cancer Center for the first time, as well as Duke employees that have been a part of the Cancer Center project from the very beginning.
Duke Medicine thanks Cancer Center construction workers
Feb. 20, 2012
More than 200 construction workers who helped build the new Duke Cancer Center, and their families, were thanked by Duke Medicine leaders during a special reception on Feb. 17 that kicked a week of celebrations prior to the center's opening.
Feb. 20, 2012
More than 200 construction workers who helped build the new Duke Cancer Center, and their families, were thanked by Duke Medicine leaders during a special reception on Feb. 17 that kicked a week of celebrations prior to the center's opening.
Thought, planning guide clinics’ move into the new Cancer Center facility
Feb. 15, 2012
A lot of thought and planning have gone into the how clinics will move from their present locations into the new Cancer Center facility.
Feb. 15, 2012
A lot of thought and planning have gone into the how clinics will move from their present locations into the new Cancer Center facility.
Historic new building embodies our core value
Feb. 15, 2012
The opening of the new Duke Cancer Center represents an historic moment within Duke Medicine but, more importantly, marks the beginning of a new era in the way that compassionate, patient-centered cancer care is provided here at Duke.
Feb. 15, 2012
The opening of the new Duke Cancer Center represents an historic moment within Duke Medicine but, more importantly, marks the beginning of a new era in the way that compassionate, patient-centered cancer care is provided here at Duke.
Spring will bring warmer weather, and new landscaping
Feb. 15, 2012
When the new Cancer Center facility opens on Feb. 27, just a small part of the two acres of lawn, flowers and trees planned for the open space outside the building will be completed.
Feb. 15, 2012
When the new Cancer Center facility opens on Feb. 27, just a small part of the two acres of lawn, flowers and trees planned for the open space outside the building will be completed.
Exceptional teamwork, creative approaches will welcome patients to the Cancer Center
Feb. 15, 2012
For the past several months, teams across Duke University Health System have been working to ensure that patients’ introduction to the new Cancer Center is as welcoming and convenient as their first experience in the building.
Feb. 15, 2012
For the past several months, teams across Duke University Health System have been working to ensure that patients’ introduction to the new Cancer Center is as welcoming and convenient as their first experience in the building.
Hundreds of workers transform the medical campus
Feb. 15, 2012
A small army of engineers, superintendents, subcontractors and workers have been working for nearly two years on some of the most ambitious projects in the history of Duke Medicine.
Feb. 15, 2012
A small army of engineers, superintendents, subcontractors and workers have been working for nearly two years on some of the most ambitious projects in the history of Duke Medicine.
Cancer Center Opening Launches a New Era in Duke Medicine
Feb. 15, 2012
The new Cancer Center positions Duke to meet growing demand for exceptional, patient-focused care.
Feb. 15, 2012
The new Cancer Center positions Duke to meet growing demand for exceptional, patient-focused care.
Building Excitement Video Series - Part 3
Feb. 15, 2012
Part 3 of the series features the reactions and excitement of three oncology nursing staff members who will be working in the Cancer Center.
Feb. 15, 2012
Part 3 of the series features the reactions and excitement of three oncology nursing staff members who will be working in the Cancer Center.
Nature is a theme throughout the Cancer Center
Feb. 8, 2012
As a part of the architectural planning for the Cancer Center facility, a continuing theme was to incorporate nature and other natural elements as much as possible.
Feb. 8, 2012
As a part of the architectural planning for the Cancer Center facility, a continuing theme was to incorporate nature and other natural elements as much as possible.
Quiet Room and programs create soothing patient experience
Feb. 8, 2012
The Quiet Room is an area that will be an open space where patients, family and visitors can enter as needed and use as they feel comfortable.
Feb. 8, 2012
The Quiet Room is an area that will be an open space where patients, family and visitors can enter as needed and use as they feel comfortable.
Building Excitement Video Series - Part 2
Feb. 7, 2012
In the "Building Excitement" video series, your peers weigh in on the new building. This week, hear from members of the radiology, oncology and nutritional services team.
Feb. 7, 2012
In the "Building Excitement" video series, your peers weigh in on the new building. This week, hear from members of the radiology, oncology and nutritional services team.
Building Excitement Video Series - Part 1
Jan. 31, 2012
In the "Building Excitement" video series, your peers weigh in on the new building. Every week, we'll feature staff members as they enter the Cancer Center for the first time, as well as Duke employees that have been a part of the Cancer Center project from the very beginning.
Jan. 31, 2012
In the "Building Excitement" video series, your peers weigh in on the new building. Every week, we'll feature staff members as they enter the Cancer Center for the first time, as well as Duke employees that have been a part of the Cancer Center project from the very beginning.
Cancer Center Café is a nutritional, educational destination
Jan. 30, 2012
In planning for the Café at the Cancer Center, members of the oncology team, including dieticians, nurses, and oncology specialists, collaborated with the food services department to create a health-conscious menu.
Jan. 30, 2012
In planning for the Café at the Cancer Center, members of the oncology team, including dieticians, nurses, and oncology specialists, collaborated with the food services department to create a health-conscious menu.
Cancer Center Orientation and Training Schedule
Jan. 30, 2012
All faculty and staff who will work in the Duke Cancer Center will receive on-site orientation and training, beginning February 1.
Jan. 30, 2012
All faculty and staff who will work in the Duke Cancer Center will receive on-site orientation and training, beginning February 1.
Timelapse Video Shows Cancer Center Exterior Transformation
Jan. 27, 2012
This time lapsed video showcases the Cancer Center progress from February 20, 2010 through January 25, 2012.
Jan. 27, 2012
This time lapsed video showcases the Cancer Center progress from February 20, 2010 through January 25, 2012.
New Duke cancer center could use some help
Jan. 23, 2012
(News & Observer) Duke University Health System has almost finished building its new seven-story cancer center scheduled to open Feb. 27. And Phillip Shoe, who coordinates volunteers for the Duke Cancer Patient Support Program, is counting on seeing more people give their time, compassion and support to cancer patients and their families.
Jan. 23, 2012
(News & Observer) Duke University Health System has almost finished building its new seven-story cancer center scheduled to open Feb. 27. And Phillip Shoe, who coordinates volunteers for the Duke Cancer Patient Support Program, is counting on seeing more people give their time, compassion and support to cancer patients and their families.
End in sight: Work on Cancer Center winding down
Jan. 17, 2012
On Jan. 23, the construction contractor literally handed over the keys to the 267,000-square-foot Duke Cancer Center facility.
Jan. 17, 2012
On Jan. 23, the construction contractor literally handed over the keys to the 267,000-square-foot Duke Cancer Center facility.
Reinventing Duke Clinic to maximize space by strategically co-locating related services
Jan. 17, 2012
Next month’s opening of the new Cancer Center facility creates opportunities to reinvent Duke Clinic in order to maximize clinical space utilization by strategically co-locating related services and providing additional room for services whose growth capacity currently is constrained by space limitations.
Jan. 17, 2012
Next month’s opening of the new Cancer Center facility creates opportunities to reinvent Duke Clinic in order to maximize clinical space utilization by strategically co-locating related services and providing additional room for services whose growth capacity currently is constrained by space limitations.
Healing Path proclaims commitment to patients, each other
Jan. 17, 2012
A few years ago, as they considered all the details that go into making a world-class cancer center, the team leading the design of the Duke Cancer Center facility had an idea – some appropriate part of the building itself that would inspire patients and staff.
Jan. 17, 2012
A few years ago, as they considered all the details that go into making a world-class cancer center, the team leading the design of the Duke Cancer Center facility had an idea – some appropriate part of the building itself that would inspire patients and staff.
Break room with a view inspiring for infusion nurses
Jan. 17, 2012
Based on feedback from staff and patients, the Cancer Center features staff break rooms and locker rooms with large exterior windows, which bring in natural light and provide a view of greenery and the campus.
Jan. 17, 2012
Based on feedback from staff and patients, the Cancer Center features staff break rooms and locker rooms with large exterior windows, which bring in natural light and provide a view of greenery and the campus.
Carefully designed floor plans, signage to ease navigation in the Cancer Center
Jan. 16, 2012
Thanks to thoughtful planning, the Cancer Center features a simple floor plan, visual cues and descriptive signage that will guide patients, visitors and employees throughout the new state-of-the-art facility.
Jan. 16, 2012
Thanks to thoughtful planning, the Cancer Center features a simple floor plan, visual cues and descriptive signage that will guide patients, visitors and employees throughout the new state-of-the-art facility.
Sequencing plan tests systems, work flow, patient care
Jan. 16, 2012
Though the first patients will enter the new Cancer Center facility on Feb. 27, the full opening will be sequenced over a period of three weeks to ensure that key systems, processes and the building itself are fully functional from staff work flow and patient-care perspectives.
Jan. 16, 2012
Though the first patients will enter the new Cancer Center facility on Feb. 27, the full opening will be sequenced over a period of three weeks to ensure that key systems, processes and the building itself are fully functional from staff work flow and patient-care perspectives.
Workers drive ‘micropiles’ for plaza project
Dec. 22, 2011
A technology originally developed to keep the leaning Tower of Pisa from tipping over is being deployed to create a firm foundation for an inviting outdoor plaza.
Dec. 22, 2011
A technology originally developed to keep the leaning Tower of Pisa from tipping over is being deployed to create a firm foundation for an inviting outdoor plaza.
Greenspace landscaping enhanced by ‘Duke stone’
Dec. 20, 2011
The same kind of stone used to build Duke Chapel is an integral part of the design for the park-like setting around the new Duke Cancer Center facility.
Dec. 20, 2011
The same kind of stone used to build Duke Chapel is an integral part of the design for the park-like setting around the new Duke Cancer Center facility.
Duke Medicine Pavilion to set new course for all of Duke University Hospital
Dec. 13, 2011
Duke Medicine is positioning itself to seize a rare, strategically significant opportunity to reshape Duke University Hospital as a whole in conjunction with the opening of the Duke Medicine Pavilion (DMP) in July 2013.
Dec. 13, 2011
Duke Medicine is positioning itself to seize a rare, strategically significant opportunity to reshape Duke University Hospital as a whole in conjunction with the opening of the Duke Medicine Pavilion (DMP) in July 2013.
Comprehensive wayfinding plan eases patient, visitor access to medical campus
Dec. 13, 2011
Construction of the Cancer Center facility and Duke Medicine Pavilion (DMP) presents a timely opportunity to deploy a comprehensive, unified wayfinding system that uses improved signage, enhanced traffic lanes and increased drop-off space to fully integrate the existing medical campus with the new and possible future facilities.
Dec. 13, 2011
Construction of the Cancer Center facility and Duke Medicine Pavilion (DMP) presents a timely opportunity to deploy a comprehensive, unified wayfinding system that uses improved signage, enhanced traffic lanes and increased drop-off space to fully integrate the existing medical campus with the new and possible future facilities.
From nearly everywhere in the Cancer Center, a view of the outside
Dec. 12, 2011
Perhaps one of its most striking architectural features of the new Cancer Center facility is that its upper floors are sheathed in what seem to be acres of glass windows.
Dec. 12, 2011
Perhaps one of its most striking architectural features of the new Cancer Center facility is that its upper floors are sheathed in what seem to be acres of glass windows.
Workers install Cancer Center canopy
Dec. 9, 2011
Workers seem to disappear into the entrance canopy of the new Cancer Center facility earlier this week.
Dec. 9, 2011
Workers seem to disappear into the entrance canopy of the new Cancer Center facility earlier this week.
Work begins on Duke Medicine Circle greenspace
Dec. 7, 2011
Greenspace on Duke Medicine Circle will create a park-like setting with gardens, grass and benches for patients, their families, visitors and staff to enjoy.
Dec. 7, 2011
Greenspace on Duke Medicine Circle will create a park-like setting with gardens, grass and benches for patients, their families, visitors and staff to enjoy.
Why does a Cancer Center need an atrium?
Dec. 2, 2011
The first view patients, families and visitors will have inside the new Cancer Center facility will be striking – a light-filled five-story atrium with views of the floors above the lobby that may remind them more of a comfortable hotel than an outpatient cancer treatment center.
Dec. 2, 2011
The first view patients, families and visitors will have inside the new Cancer Center facility will be striking – a light-filled five-story atrium with views of the floors above the lobby that may remind them more of a comfortable hotel than an outpatient cancer treatment center.
Beautiful new concourse paves the way for an outstanding patient experience
Dec. 2, 2011
Video - Longtime Duke University Hospital patient transporter Audrey Rogers talks about how the new indoor concourse between Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic has been a boon for patients, visitors and staff.
Dec. 2, 2011
Video - Longtime Duke University Hospital patient transporter Audrey Rogers talks about how the new indoor concourse between Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic has been a boon for patients, visitors and staff.
Artwork will aid Cancer Center in its healing mission
Dec. 2, 2011
From its welcoming atrium, to its bright and large clinical spaces where Duke’s world-renowned providers will treat patients, every part of the new Duke Cancer Center facility is designed to promote healing.
Dec. 2, 2011
From its welcoming atrium, to its bright and large clinical spaces where Duke’s world-renowned providers will treat patients, every part of the new Duke Cancer Center facility is designed to promote healing.
First portion of new Duke Medicine Circle opens Dec. 5
Dec. 1, 2011
As part of preparations for the opening of the new Cancer Center facility in February and to allow the completion of landscaping and gardens, a portion of the new Duke Medicine Circle will open to vehicular traffic on Dec. 5.
Dec. 1, 2011
As part of preparations for the opening of the new Cancer Center facility in February and to allow the completion of landscaping and gardens, a portion of the new Duke Medicine Circle will open to vehicular traffic on Dec. 5.
Duke School of Medicine Learning Center Milestone: Final Beam Moved into Place
Nov. 30, 2011
The Duke University School of Medicine Learning Center reached a major milestone Tuesday as workers hoisted the final steel beam into position on Nov. 29, 2011.
Nov. 30, 2011
The Duke University School of Medicine Learning Center reached a major milestone Tuesday as workers hoisted the final steel beam into position on Nov. 29, 2011.
Concourse affords view of walkway demolition
Nov. 22, 2011
The new enclosed concourse between Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic provided a safe – and spectacular – vantage to watch the demolition of the old exterior walkway it replaced.
Nov. 22, 2011
The new enclosed concourse between Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic provided a safe – and spectacular – vantage to watch the demolition of the old exterior walkway it replaced.
Bird’s eye view of the transforming campus
Nov. 18, 2011
Looking from an aerial view, it’s easy to see the changes that are transforming the medical campus.
Nov. 18, 2011
Looking from an aerial view, it’s easy to see the changes that are transforming the medical campus.
Old walkway being demolished to make way for new plaza
Nov. 18, 2011
With the enclosed concourse between Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic now open, workers have begun demolishing the remaining parts of the old concrete walkway nearby.
Nov. 18, 2011
With the enclosed concourse between Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic now open, workers have begun demolishing the remaining parts of the old concrete walkway nearby.
An Inside Look at Duke Medicine Pavilion
Nov. 16, 2011
With the exterior of the Duke Medicine Pavilion nearly complete, the focus of construction work on the biggest expansion of Duke University Hospital in three decades has moved indoors.
Nov. 16, 2011
With the exterior of the Duke Medicine Pavilion nearly complete, the focus of construction work on the biggest expansion of Duke University Hospital in three decades has moved indoors.
Providers find Cancer Center design detail based on staff feedback
Nov. 11, 2011
On a recent tour of her future workspace in the new Cancer Center facility, Linda Hood, RN, immediately noticed that the triage call room in the 3-2 clinic on the third floor had been redesigned to reflect comments nurses like her had made to the original site plan.
Nov. 11, 2011
On a recent tour of her future workspace in the new Cancer Center facility, Linda Hood, RN, immediately noticed that the triage call room in the 3-2 clinic on the third floor had been redesigned to reflect comments nurses like her had made to the original site plan.
Learning Center bridge connects to Seeley G. Mudd Building
Nov. 11, 2011
The first physical link between the Learning Center and the medical campus, was made Nov. 7 with the completion of a concrete bridge connecting it with the third floor of Seeley G. Mudd Building.
Nov. 11, 2011
The first physical link between the Learning Center and the medical campus, was made Nov. 7 with the completion of a concrete bridge connecting it with the third floor of Seeley G. Mudd Building.
Duke Medicine Pavilion coming to life
Nov. 8, 2011
Two years into construction, progress on the biggest expansion of Duke Hospital since 1980 – Duke Medicine Pavilion -- is on schedule toward a mid-2013 opening for patients.
Nov. 8, 2011
Two years into construction, progress on the biggest expansion of Duke Hospital since 1980 – Duke Medicine Pavilion -- is on schedule toward a mid-2013 opening for patients.
New Concourse Connecting Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic Now Open
Nov. 1, 2011
Patients, visitors and staff used the new enclosed and climate-controlled pedestrian concourse connecting Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic for the first time on Nov. 1.
Nov. 1, 2011
Patients, visitors and staff used the new enclosed and climate-controlled pedestrian concourse connecting Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic for the first time on Nov. 1.
Concourse Connecting Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic Opens Nov. 1
Oct. 28, 2011
The upper level of the permanent concourse connecting Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic is now complete and will open for pedestrian traffic on Tuesday, November 1. The enclosed and climate-controlled concourse is an important step toward improving the way patients, visitors and staff move between clinical facilities. The timing is ideal as we are beginning to experience cooler temperatures as winter approaches.
Oct. 28, 2011
The upper level of the permanent concourse connecting Duke Hospital and Duke Clinic is now complete and will open for pedestrian traffic on Tuesday, November 1. The enclosed and climate-controlled concourse is an important step toward improving the way patients, visitors and staff move between clinical facilities. The timing is ideal as we are beginning to experience cooler temperatures as winter approaches.
Tour the Cancer Center facility as construction progresses
Oct. 12, 2011
On the interior of the Cancer Center, construction is quickly progressing and on schedule for a February 27 opening for patients.
Oct. 12, 2011
On the interior of the Cancer Center, construction is quickly progressing and on schedule for a February 27 opening for patients.
Learning Center rising toward late-2012 opening
Sept. 27, 2011
The Duke University School of Medicine’s new educational home is rising quickly at what is expected to be the heart of a transformed medical campus.
Sept. 27, 2011
The Duke University School of Medicine’s new educational home is rising quickly at what is expected to be the heart of a transformed medical campus.
Learning Center's final beam ready to be placed
Sept. 26, 2011
The final iron beam in the construction of the new School of Medicine Learning Center goes up this week (Sept. 26-30), marking a milestone in the life of the School of Medicine's new home.
Sept. 26, 2011
The final iron beam in the construction of the new School of Medicine Learning Center goes up this week (Sept. 26-30), marking a milestone in the life of the School of Medicine's new home.
Green space comes to life, reflects core value
Sept. 26, 2011
As the new cancer center facility begins to take shape, an adjacent park-like green space is coming into view.
Sept. 26, 2011
As the new cancer center facility begins to take shape, an adjacent park-like green space is coming into view.
Duke aims for $235M cancer center to be welcoming
Aug. 3, 2011
(WRAL.com Video) - The shaky economy hasn't slowed down recent hospital construction in the Triangle. The new Duke Cancer Center will open in February as the biggest project of all. The $235 million center will bring all elements of outpatient cancer care together under one roof.
Aug. 3, 2011
(WRAL.com Video) - The shaky economy hasn't slowed down recent hospital construction in the Triangle. The new Duke Cancer Center will open in February as the biggest project of all. The $235 million center will bring all elements of outpatient cancer care together under one roof.
Duke Cancer Center nears completion
July 31, 2011
(The Herald-Sun) - Construction of Duke Hospital's new cancer center, originally scheduled to open late in 2012, is ahead of schedule. The facility is now expected to be completed by the beginning of the new year and the first patients are scheduled to be seen there on Feb. 27.
July 31, 2011
(The Herald-Sun) - Construction of Duke Hospital's new cancer center, originally scheduled to open late in 2012, is ahead of schedule. The facility is now expected to be completed by the beginning of the new year and the first patients are scheduled to be seen there on Feb. 27.
Enhanced work environment furthers staff’s ability to care for our patients, families
July 21, 2011
By bringing natural light into work areas, creating more space for care providers and allowing multidisciplinary caregivers to work as teams in shared spaces, the new Cancer Center facility’s focus on the patient experience will also significantly enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of our care teams.
July 21, 2011
By bringing natural light into work areas, creating more space for care providers and allowing multidisciplinary caregivers to work as teams in shared spaces, the new Cancer Center facility’s focus on the patient experience will also significantly enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of our care teams.
A quick-reference guide to the need for a cancer facility
July 21, 2011
First and foremost, the new Cancer Center facility supports our mission to deliver exceptional care to patients – while respecting the needs of the human spirit – by providing innovative, integrated clinical care, research and education.
July 21, 2011
First and foremost, the new Cancer Center facility supports our mission to deliver exceptional care to patients – while respecting the needs of the human spirit – by providing innovative, integrated clinical care, research and education.
Patient-centered amenities abound in the new Cancer Center facility
July 21, 2011
As patients and families enter the lobby of the Cancer Center facility, they will step into a cozy, living room-style space with fireplace, sofas, chairs and decorative carpeting.
July 21, 2011
As patients and families enter the lobby of the Cancer Center facility, they will step into a cozy, living room-style space with fireplace, sofas, chairs and decorative carpeting.
For patients, a brighter world of cancer care
July 21, 2011
For many cancer patients, the state-of-the-art Cancer Center facility represents Duke Medicine’s abiding commitment to providing the best in compassionate, patient-focused care now in and in the future.
July 21, 2011
For many cancer patients, the state-of-the-art Cancer Center facility represents Duke Medicine’s abiding commitment to providing the best in compassionate, patient-focused care now in and in the future.
Honoring our past, investing in our future
July 21, 2011
The new Cancer Center facility is far more than a significant investment in a building that will provide the best possible care to patients and their families while enhancing the work environment for Duke Cancer Institute faculty and staff.
July 21, 2011
The new Cancer Center facility is far more than a significant investment in a building that will provide the best possible care to patients and their families while enhancing the work environment for Duke Cancer Institute faculty and staff.
Rising population, demand for services drives creation of new Cancer Center facility
July 21, 2011
The robust demand for Duke’s world-class cancer care shows no signs of abating. On the contrary, all indications are that demand will continue to rise significantly as the number of cancer cases increases and as the state and local population continues to grow.
July 21, 2011
The robust demand for Duke’s world-class cancer care shows no signs of abating. On the contrary, all indications are that demand will continue to rise significantly as the number of cancer cases increases and as the state and local population continues to grow.
A leading-edge facility to address critical needs and opportunities
July 21, 2011
Over the past decade, the combination of Duke’s growing reputation for excellence in cancer care, increasing cases of virtually all cancers and the explosive population growth in North Carolina led to the inescapable conclusion that there was a need to create a state-of-the-art cancer facility in order to handle the growing demand and need for Duke Medicine-quality cancer services.
July 21, 2011
Over the past decade, the combination of Duke’s growing reputation for excellence in cancer care, increasing cases of virtually all cancers and the explosive population growth in North Carolina led to the inescapable conclusion that there was a need to create a state-of-the-art cancer facility in order to handle the growing demand and need for Duke Medicine-quality cancer services.
Construction is on schedule for a late February 2012, opening to patients
July 21, 2011
Progress on the new Cancer Center facility continues to move forward on schedule toward a Feb. 27 opening to patients, with the exterior essentially complete except for the canopy that will provide coverage over the entrance drop off.
July 21, 2011
Progress on the new Cancer Center facility continues to move forward on schedule toward a Feb. 27 opening to patients, with the exterior essentially complete except for the canopy that will provide coverage over the entrance drop off.
It’s all about our patients and their families
July 21, 2011
One of the most significant reflections of the new Cancer Center facility’s patient-focused approach to delivering care is its grouping of related services for the convenience of patients and their families.
July 21, 2011
One of the most significant reflections of the new Cancer Center facility’s patient-focused approach to delivering care is its grouping of related services for the convenience of patients and their families.
Cancer Center facility enters the home stretch
July 21, 2011
It’s sometimes hard to believe that after several years of planning and anticipation, we are now entering the home stretch in the creation of a cancer facility that will enable a transformation in the way that cancer patients are treated at Duke, and is consistent with our organizational mission, vision and values.
July 21, 2011
It’s sometimes hard to believe that after several years of planning and anticipation, we are now entering the home stretch in the creation of a cancer facility that will enable a transformation in the way that cancer patients are treated at Duke, and is consistent with our organizational mission, vision and values.
Cancer Center facility and Duke Cancer Institute will combine to evolve cancer care, research
July 19, 2011
With last fall’s creation of the Duke Cancer Institute and the opening of the new Cancer Center facility in February 2012, Duke Medicine is making an unparalleled commitment to blazing new trails in patient-focused, research-driven cancer care.
July 19, 2011
With last fall’s creation of the Duke Cancer Institute and the opening of the new Cancer Center facility in February 2012, Duke Medicine is making an unparalleled commitment to blazing new trails in patient-focused, research-driven cancer care.
Progress inside the Cancer Center facility continues, see new video
Apr. 26, 2011
Inside the new Duke Cancer Center facility, work continues in the lobby with the installation of the fireplace. The cafe is taking shape and painting is underway on the lower levels.
Apr. 26, 2011
Inside the new Duke Cancer Center facility, work continues in the lobby with the installation of the fireplace. The cafe is taking shape and painting is underway on the lower levels.
Construction brings a change in walkway between Duke Clinics and Hospital
Apr. 15, 2011
As construction of the Cancer Center facility and Duke Medicine Pavilion continues, a section of the walkway between Duke Clinics and Duke Hospital will change to allow work to continue on the north end of the concourse connecting the buildings.
Apr. 15, 2011
As construction of the Cancer Center facility and Duke Medicine Pavilion continues, a section of the walkway between Duke Clinics and Duke Hospital will change to allow work to continue on the north end of the concourse connecting the buildings.
Final concrete pour for Duke Medicine Pavilion
Apr. 1, 2011
The final major concrete pour for the Duke Medicine Pavilion was completed on March 18, 2011.
Apr. 1, 2011
The final major concrete pour for the Duke Medicine Pavilion was completed on March 18, 2011.
Get a sneak-preview of the new Cancer Center exam room mock-ups and employee involvement in design
Mar. 24, 2011
As the new Duke Cancer Center facility continues to take shape, the building’s interior layout and design is being finalized with the help of Duke's cancer care providers.
Mar. 24, 2011
As the new Duke Cancer Center facility continues to take shape, the building’s interior layout and design is being finalized with the help of Duke's cancer care providers.
Fully simulated Duke Medicine Pavilion “patient rooms” get a test drive by ICU staff and physicians
Mar. 24, 2011
In a process similar to that used for the Duke Cancer Center facility, nurses, surgeons and physicians visited full-scale mock-ups of patient rooms that will be part of Duke Medicine Pavilion.
Mar. 24, 2011
In a process similar to that used for the Duke Cancer Center facility, nurses, surgeons and physicians visited full-scale mock-ups of patient rooms that will be part of Duke Medicine Pavilion.
Cancer Center facility takes shape, see progress inside the building
Mar. 17, 2011
The new Duke Cancer Center facility's progress is visible from the outside, but now you can watch a brief video tour of the progress being made internally in the lobby, linear accelerator suite, garden terrace and more.
Mar. 17, 2011
The new Duke Cancer Center facility's progress is visible from the outside, but now you can watch a brief video tour of the progress being made internally in the lobby, linear accelerator suite, garden terrace and more.
Crane inside Cancer Center facility comes down, marks progress
Mar. 17, 2011
The big blue crane used to construct the Cancer Center facility over the past many months was removed over the weekend of March 11-13.
Mar. 17, 2011
The big blue crane used to construct the Cancer Center facility over the past many months was removed over the weekend of March 11-13.
Facilities building parking lot closes for excavation of the new SoM Learning Center
Feb. 1, 2011
Excavation for the new School of Medicine Learning Center will begin on Wednesday, February 2, 2011. In order to start excavation, the Facilities Building Parking Lot will close to all vehicle access. The lot will close permanently on Tuesday, February 1 at 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 1, 2011
Excavation for the new School of Medicine Learning Center will begin on Wednesday, February 2, 2011. In order to start excavation, the Facilities Building Parking Lot will close to all vehicle access. The lot will close permanently on Tuesday, February 1 at 6:00 p.m.
Topping-out ceremony marks Cancer Center milestone
Nov. 9, 2010
Construction of the Duke Cancer Center facility took an important symbolic step forward on Nov. 4, when the final beam for the steel skeleton of the seven-story building was hoisted aloft amid cheers, applause and the pop of confetti cannons.
Nov. 9, 2010
Construction of the Duke Cancer Center facility took an important symbolic step forward on Nov. 4, when the final beam for the steel skeleton of the seven-story building was hoisted aloft amid cheers, applause and the pop of confetti cannons.
Ground-breaking ceremony for SOM’s new Learning Center
Oct. 18, 2010
A ceremonial ground-breaking for the new School of Medicine Learning Center was held at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 15. The event took place at the site of the former medical center bookstore on Coal Pile Drive between Duke University Hospital and the Duke Clinic/Morris building.
Oct. 18, 2010
A ceremonial ground-breaking for the new School of Medicine Learning Center was held at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 15. The event took place at the site of the former medical center bookstore on Coal Pile Drive between Duke University Hospital and the Duke Clinic/Morris building.
First section of new north-south concourse now open
May 13, 2010
The first section of a new concourse that will ultimately serve as the transportation and travel spine of the medical campus has opened.
May 13, 2010
The first section of a new concourse that will ultimately serve as the transportation and travel spine of the medical campus has opened.
Major construction under way on new Cancer Center and Duke Medicine Pavilion
Apr. 5, 2010
In early March, workers and machines began digging the foundations of the new Duke Cancer Center and Duke Medicine Pavilion—the beginning of major construction on buildings which will transform Duke University Hospital.
Apr. 5, 2010
In early March, workers and machines began digging the foundations of the new Duke Cancer Center and Duke Medicine Pavilion—the beginning of major construction on buildings which will transform Duke University Hospital.
Employees celebrate cancer center groundbreaking
Nov. 12, 2009
DUHS employees gather on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, to celebrate groundbreaking for the new comprehensive Cancer Center.
Nov. 12, 2009
DUHS employees gather on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, to celebrate groundbreaking for the new comprehensive Cancer Center.
DUHS breaks ground on new cancer center
Nov. 10, 2009
Duke University Health System broke ground on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, for its new comprehensive Cancer Center, which is scheduled to open in 2012, creating an estimated 1,000 permanent new jobs.
Nov. 10, 2009
Duke University Health System broke ground on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, for its new comprehensive Cancer Center, which is scheduled to open in 2012, creating an estimated 1,000 permanent new jobs.
New concourse taking shape
Sept. 11, 2009
Work is well under way on a new, multilevel pedestrian concourse that will link the future Duke Medicine Pavilion and future Cancer Center.
Sept. 11, 2009
Work is well under way on a new, multilevel pedestrian concourse that will link the future Duke Medicine Pavilion and future Cancer Center.
Duke faculty and staff talk about the need for expansion
Aug. 26, 2009
In this video, Duke Medicine faculty and staff talk about why expansion is required to meet increased patient need.
Aug. 26, 2009
In this video, Duke Medicine faculty and staff talk about why expansion is required to meet increased patient need.
New Cancer Center: Personalized care and pursuit of research
Aug. 26, 2009
Duke Medicine’s new comprehensive Cancer Center will not only help address projections of steep increases in cancer incidence – both locally and regionally – in coming years, but it will also soon facilitate a never-before-seen synergy among one of the most talented oncology faculties in the country.
Aug. 26, 2009
Duke Medicine’s new comprehensive Cancer Center will not only help address projections of steep increases in cancer incidence – both locally and regionally – in coming years, but it will also soon facilitate a never-before-seen synergy among one of the most talented oncology faculties in the country.
The future starts now: Hospital expansion, cancer center to become reality
Aug. 26, 2009
Construction of the new Duke Medicine Pavilion and the new ambulatory Cancer Center will take about four years to complete.
Aug. 26, 2009
Construction of the new Duke Medicine Pavilion and the new ambulatory Cancer Center will take about four years to complete.
Major hospital expansion to meet pressing patient care needs
Aug. 26, 2009
Scheduled to be completed in 2013, the Duke Medicine Pavilion will provide a high-tech surgical platform to advance medical education programs, facilitate innovative research into surgical techniques and treatments, and provide the necessary capacity to meet surgical demands.
Aug. 26, 2009
Scheduled to be completed in 2013, the Duke Medicine Pavilion will provide a high-tech surgical platform to advance medical education programs, facilitate innovative research into surgical techniques and treatments, and provide the necessary capacity to meet surgical demands.
Cancer care patients at heart of new center
Aug. 26, 2009
Duke Medicine’s new comprehensive Cancer Center will not only help address projections of steep increases in cancer incidence – both locally and regionally – in coming years, but it will also soon facilitate a never-before-seen synergy among one of the most talented oncology faculties in the country.
Aug. 26, 2009
Duke Medicine’s new comprehensive Cancer Center will not only help address projections of steep increases in cancer incidence – both locally and regionally – in coming years, but it will also soon facilitate a never-before-seen synergy among one of the most talented oncology faculties in the country.
WRAL report on pavilion, cancer center
Aug. 24, 2009
(WRAL.com Video) Report on construction of Duke's new Cancer Center and Duke Medicine Pavilion.
Aug. 24, 2009
(WRAL.com Video) Report on construction of Duke's new Cancer Center and Duke Medicine Pavilion.
Medical Center Bookstore reopens in new, upgraded location
May 11, 2009
The Duke University Medical Center Bookstore opened May 10 in a new, upgraded location that is more convenient for patients, families, visitors and Duke employees.
May 11, 2009
The Duke University Medical Center Bookstore opened May 10 in a new, upgraded location that is more convenient for patients, families, visitors and Duke employees.
DUHS files papers to build cancer center
Nov. 18, 2008
Duke University Health System has filed a Certificate of Need (CON) with the state of North Carolina for construction of a proposed 265,000-square-foot cancer center that would expand and consolidate Duke’s comprehensive outpatient cancer services and research facilities.
Nov. 18, 2008
Duke University Health System has filed a Certificate of Need (CON) with the state of North Carolina for construction of a proposed 265,000-square-foot cancer center that would expand and consolidate Duke’s comprehensive outpatient cancer services and research facilities.
