Oncology

Gruppo San Donato and Ospedale San Raffaele in particular is one of the top list centers for cancer care in the Italy and is an active part of a world-broad network against cancer.

This is possible because patient care is always its top priority and because it is also one of the top facilities in the country in other medical fields, thus offering highly specialized professional and holistic approaches and global care for its patients.

The doctors have great expertise in diagnosing and treating all types of cancers, and in treatment of specific cancers they can offer largely unparalleled opportunities. All the latest technology and the most innovative, advanced therapies are used to increase the chances for cure.

The close collaboration between doctors and clinical research scientists involved in the cure of cancer patients also means that new drugs and therapies can be moved quickly to the bedside, offering patients improved treatment options. 

Our mission is that of providing individualized expert treatment. This is achieved through interdisciplinary discussions for optimal therapeutic management in the context of Disease-specific Units.

Ospedale San Raffaele is recognized as a National Research Institute with a specific mission to promote Molecular Medicine. Therefore, it is believed that each patient is unique and each type of cancer is different. There is always a suitable treatment for every patient and the team of experts have to assure that the treatment recommended at the Hospital is the most accurate. Getting the Correct Diagnosis and Treatment depends on personnel expertise and GSD is able to offer that.

Ospedale San Raffaele has notable activity on genetic analysis and counseling to evaluate, diagnose and support high-risk individuals. This activity is considered extremely important for patients and their families.

The psychological effects of genetic counseling or cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. Therefore, the Hospital has a specially trained psychiatrists and psychologists who can help individuals considered at risk or cancer patients and families deal with the stress, anxiety, and depression that can accompany a diagnosis of cancer and its treatment. Easing patients' distress can greatly improve the quality of their lives.