UNC Lineberger & Cancer Care
“At UNC Lineberger, progress we make against cancer is only possible because of visionary partners who believe in what comes next. Donor support provides the ability to pursue transformative research, invest in promising scientists, and advance the groundbreaking work that will define the future of cancer prevention, earlier detection and more effective treatments.”
Robert L. Ferris, MD, PhD
Executive Director, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Chief of Oncology Clinical Services, UNC Health
UNC Health delivers world-class cancer care across North Carolina through its leading hospitals, including NC Basnight Cancer Hospital and UNC Health Rex Cancer Center. They offer cutting-edge treatments, personalized care plans and access to the latest clinical trials and therapies closer to home.
At the forefront of this work is UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, North Carolina’s only public comprehensive cancer center and a nationally ranked leader in cancer research. As the flagship for discovery and innovation, UNC Lineberger drives progress in cancer genetics, immunology, molecular therapeutics, and prevention—translating scientific breakthroughs into better care for patients statewide.
Bringing Advanced Care Closer to Patients
Across UNC Health, patients benefit from a coordinated, system-wide approach to cancer care. From early detection and diagnosis to advanced therapies and survivorship support, multidisciplinary teams deliver seamless, patient-centered care through a network of hospitals and clinics. This integrated model ensures that patients can access expert care, leading treatments, and supportive services in their own communities while remaining connected to the full depth of UNC’s expertise.
Research That Redefines How Cancer is Treated
UNC Lineberger researchers are advancing the future of cancer care. Investigators are leading nationally significant efforts to better understand cancers with rising incidence and persistent disparities, including large-scale studies examining the biological and social drivers of risk and outcomes. Teams are also pioneering next-generation clinical trials that adapt in real time to how a patient’s cancer evolves—accelerating more precise, personalized treatments.
From early diagnosis to personalized therapies, UNC Health is transforming cancer care today—while accelerating the breakthroughs that will define tomorrow.
Partner With Us to Advance Cancer Research and Care
Your support helps expand access to life-saving cancer care and accelerate the pace of discovery. Gifts make it possible to sustain and grow our clinical and patient care programs, bring clinical trials to more communities, and develop new therapies. They also support patient services that reduce barriers to care—helping more people receive timely, coordinated treatment.
Continued investment strengthens our ability to reach more patients, advance breakthroughs, and deliver high-quality care across North Carolina.
Explore stories of impact across UNC Health—including how philanthropic support is advancing cancer care and research.
CONNECT WITH US
We would welcome the opportunity to connect and discuss your interests. Please contact:
Kristen Duggleby
Executive Director of Development, Cancer
[email protected] | 919-966-3986
