St. Luke's Cancer Institute: Boise
History of St. Luke's Cancer Institute: Boise
St. Luke's Cancer Institute: Boise is part of the larger St. Luke’s not-for-profit health system, the only system of its kind in Idaho. The St. Luke’s network includes five cancer centers, of which Boise is the main location.
St. Luke's Cancer Institute: Boise location offers both adult and pediatric oncologic care. The center is the only in the state to offer a pediatric oncology program. The care team at Boise is proficient in medical and radiation oncology. Additionally, the center employs medical specialists with expertise treating thoracic cancers, including mesothelioma.
The cancer care provided not only effectively treats cancer but also focuses on easing symptoms and side effects while nurturing the emotional and mental sides of the patient.
St. Luke's Cancer Institute: Boise Specializations
- Blood and marrow transplant
- Brachytherapy
- Chemotherapy
- Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
- Radiation therapy
- Thoracic malignancies
- Thoracic surgery
St. Luke's Cancer Institute: Boise Accreditations
- Certification for High-Quality Cancer Care by the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative
- Joint Commission Accreditation
- Five Star Quality Rating by the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services
- Magnet Designation for Nursing Excellence
- Blood and Marrow Transplant Accreditation by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT)
Sources
St. Luke’s. About St. Luke’s.
St. Luke’s. Awards and Accreditations. About St. Luke’s.
St. Luke’s. St. Luke’s Institute: Boise. Clinic.