07/02/2025
Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional today celebrated becoming an approved radiation oncology site of MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper. The site received approval from MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, one of the nation’s leading cancer centers, which partnered with Cooper University Health Care starting in 2013. This approval broadens the availability of advanced cancer care options for the residents of Cape May and Atlantic counties.
The MD Anderson at Cooper Radiation Oncology suite offers advanced radiation treatment technology. Under the care of a highly specialized team of radiation oncology experts, patients will receive radiation therapy close to home that adheres to protocols established by MD Anderson in Houston.
“When we announced that Cape Regional was joining Cooper University Health Care, we made a promise to Jersey Shore communities that we would bring advanced, specialty care to the region,” said George E. Norcross III, chairman of the Board of Trustees, Cooper University Health Care. “Today’s announcement is the first of many steps toward fulfilling that promise.”
“Having advanced cancer care close to home is important for patients and their families, and we are confident that having MD Anderson at Cooper Radiation Oncology in Cape May County will bring comfort and convenience for patients in local shore communities,” said Kevin O’Dowd, JD, co-CEO of Cooper University Health Care.
“We are happy to be extending the MD Anderson at Cooper model of evidenced-based care, compassionate multidisciplinary teamwork, and innovation to more patients in Cape May and Atlantic counties,” said Anthony J. Mazzarelli, MD, JD, MBE, co-CEO of Cooper University Health Care.
“This designation represents a transformation in the way cancer care is delivered in this region,” said Christine Winn, PhD, MHA, FACHE, senior vice president and chief regional officer at Cooper. “It brings MD Anderson’s expertise to the residents and visitors of Cape May and Atlantic counties.”
“MD Anderson at Cooper Radiation Oncology opening here is a game-changer for residents at the shore and demonstrates Cooper’s commitment to expanding specialty care in Cape May and Atlantic counties,” said Ron Jaworski, chairman of the Board of Trustees, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional.