City of Hope Chicago

12/15/2025

Thanks to the incredible dedication of our Walk for Hope community, we raised $3.5 million to fuel breakthrough cancer research at City of Hope. Every step you took brings us closer to a world without cancer.

12/13/2025

City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago oncologists are now on-site at Humboldt Park Health offering expanded oncology support. This ensures timely, local access to expert care and preventive screenings directly to the heart of Chicago's west side. Leading this effort is our own radiation oncologist, Kevin King, M.D., who will serve as medical director of the new program.

Want to learn more? Catch Dr. King and HPH President & CEO Jose R. Sanchez on
WBBM Newsradio this Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. on the At Issue show as they share how this collaboration will support a community long under-served in cancer care.

12/02/2025

One year ago, Barb G. could barely stand. After four rounds of chemotherapy for Stage 4 large B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma, she had lost her strength, her independence, and nearly her life. Twice, her family was told she might not make it through the night.

But today, Barb stands strong — a survivor, and a living testament to hope.

When her local hospital ran out of options, Barb sought a second opinion at City of Hope Chicago and met Dr. Tulio Rodriguez, who gave her something she hadn’t had in months: choices. With his compassion and expertise, she found her lifeline — an autologous stem cell transplant, available thanks to groundbreaking research and philanthropy.

“City of Hope doesn’t just treat cancer; they drive the breakthroughs that cure it,” Barb said. “The generosity of others 20 years ago made my treatment possible today.”

Barb's courage reminds us that every gift, every act of generosity, and every moment of compassion brings us one step closer to cures. 💛

If you’re inspired to make more stories like Barb’s possible, support City of Hope this Giving Tuesday.

Make a gift here: https://www.cityofhope.org/gt2025

12/01/2025

Giving Tuesday arrives on Dec. 2 — but your generosity can start today. Early gifts fuel breakthroughs and bring hope to people facing cancer.

11/27/2025

Today, we give thanks for the lives we’ve touched. We wish you a Thanksgiving filled with peace, comfort, and gratitude.

As patients and caregivers share their snapshots of hope, we’d love to hear from you, too!

💛 If gratitude were a note on our wall, what would yours say? Write it below — one line, one word, or one story.

11/26/2025

Are there holiday comfort foods cancer patients going through chemotherapy may enjoy without triggering side effects?

According to Carolyn Lammersfeld, Vice President of Integrative Oncology and Clinical Services at City of Hope Chicago, Atlanta, and Phoenix, the answer is yes — with some modifications.

In this article learn about food tips for patients dealing with side effects and more.

Healthy food for cancer patients can help make the holidays a fun and tasty experience. Learn what to consider serving and what you may want to avoid.

11/25/2025

We're proud to announce a new collaboration with Humboldt Park Health! Together, we're bringing prevention education, early cancer detection and comprehensive treatment to the Humboldt Park community.

Humboldt Park Health (HPH) is a 200-bed acute care facility serving Chicago’s west side for over 130 years.

“We are dedicated to bringing the highest standard of cancer care to every person who needs it," said Pete Govorchin, president, City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago.

This program marks an exciting step forward in our commitment to ensure that every person — no matter where they live — has access to world-class cancer care and the hope it brings. Beginning December 1, City of Hope oncologists will be on-site providing cancer care at HPH.

11/23/2025

At 46, Michelle J. of Milwaukee was the picture of health. A lifelong vegetarian, avid jogger, and non-smoker, she lived a vibrant, active lifestyle. But in the summer of 2015, everything changed.

“I reached into a cupboard for a glass, and it felt extra heavy,” Michelle recalls. “A few days later, my gym bag felt the same. Using my left arm became harder and harder. Even a simple thing like washing dishes was tough.” On July 20 during a morning jog, Michelle’s leg buckled multiple times – something completely out of character.

An MRI revealed the life-altering diagnosis: Stage 4B lung cancer which had spread to her brain.

“The night I learned the diagnosis, I curled up in a ball and sobbed and sobbed,” she said. “It felt unreal.”

With courage, Michelle began her treatment journey. She had surgery and radiation on eight brain tumors and eventually a lung lobe resection surgery. Since 2015, she has been on a targeted therapy pill, part of a wellness regime, allowing her to live each day to the fullest.

This December 3, Michelle will turn 57. She is profoundly grateful for each birthday since her diagnosis.

11/17/2025

This National Family Caregivers Month, we want to recognize Monique D., L.S.W., a behavioral health therapist at our hospital, who brings a unique experience to her profession, having cared for her mother, and now for her stepfather.

"Knowing first-hand the emotional difficulty that exists when watching someone you love battles cancer, caregivers don’t realize that they each have their own specific cancer journey separate from the patient," said Monique.

Monique's mother, Pamela, lost her battle to stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer in 2018, but today, Monique cares for her stepfather, Jon, who has stage 1 papillary thyroid cancer and kidney disease.

Monique recommends journaling every day because there are always emotions present, always questions, always fears, always worries. But journaling gives you an outlet to express your emotions during tough times.

11/16/2025

In 2022, Stage 4 lung cancer left lifelong truck driver Jeff B. so weak, he had to put the brakes on his career. Today, the 64-year-old from Waukesha County, Wisconsin, is celebrating a major milestone — climbing back into his 18-wheeler.

Jeff beat the odds after completing 21 cycles of immunotherapy and making the life-changing decision to quit smoking. His last two scans came back clear and he is currently cancer free.

“Keeping myself moving is key,” Jeff said, "You got to just power through it!"

We’re proud to celebrate Jeff’s strength, determination, and incredible progress on his journey back to health. ❤️

11/11/2025

On this Veterans Day, we salute our staff members like Tim G.—a proud U.S. Navy veteran who served our nation for 20 years and now serves our patients with the same dedication as a Driver on the Transportation team.

Thank you for your continued service, Tim.

11/10/2025

Hope Highlight: Marlon Kleinman, M.D., continually demonstrates compassion, expertise, and 25+ years of experience in cancer care 🎗️

City of Hope Morton Grove oncologist Dr. Kleinman is triple board certified and takes a whole person approach to cancer care — treating his patients as individuals with their own diagnosis, goals, and needs.

In this video, Dr. Kleinman shares what inspired him to pursue a career in medicine and how that passion continues to guide his work every day.

We're proud to have incredible physicians like Dr. Kleinman on our team!