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Top cancer care hospitals on the West Coast, based on rankings and National Cancer Institute (NCI) designations, include leading institutions primarily located in California, with other high-quality options in Washington and Oregon. Many of the top hospitals are NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers, which signifies a high level of expertise and integration of research with patient care. California Los Angeles Area Image of City of Hope Helford Hospital City of Hope Helford Hospital 4.3 (404) Cancer treatment center Closed1500 E Duarte Rd City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center (Duarte) is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center. U.S. News & World Report ranked it among the top 10 hospitals for cancer in the nation for 2025–26. The main campus bridges innovative science with compassionate patient care, with its Helford Hospital offering state-of-the-art care and clinical research. Image of UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center 4.2 (5) Cancer treatment center 10833 Le Conte Ave UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (Los Angeles) has been consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best cancer care locations in the U.S. and is an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. In 2023, the U.S. News rankings placed it at No. 1 for cancer in California. Stanford Health Care-Stanford Hospital Stanford Health Care-Stanford Hospital (Palo Alto) was ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationally for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's rankings for California. UCSF Health-UCSF Medical Center UCSF Health-UCSF Medical Center (San Francisco) was also nationally ranked in the U.S. News & World Report specialty rankings for cancer. Image of USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center 4.3 (81) ££Cancer treatment center Open1441 Eastlake Ave USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center (Los Angeles) is an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center offering exceptional, personalized care across 14 key areas of cancer treatment. San Diego Area Image of Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego Health Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego Health 4.0 (124) Cancer treatment center Closed3855 Health Sciences Dr UC San Diego Health-Moores Cancer Center (La Jolla) is an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center with nationally ranked performance in cancer care. Washington Image of Fred Hutch Cancer Center Fred Hutch Cancer Center 4.0 (105) Cancer treatment center Closed1100 Fairview Ave N Fred Hutch Cancer Center (Seattle) is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center that conducts high-impact science with the goal of eliminating cancer. It is noted for pioneering interdisciplinary teams and innovative treatments. Image of PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center 4.3 (23) Cancer treatment center Closed3301 Squalicum Pkwy PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center (Bellingham) provides "integrated cancer care," combining medical oncology, radiation oncology, infusion, and support services. Oregon Image of CMH-OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative CMH-OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative 4.8 (60) Cancer treatment center Closed1905 Exchange St CMH-OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative (Astoria) offers a range of services as part of a partnership between Columbia Memorial Hospital and Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). Image of Providence Cancer Institute Franz Clinic Providence Cancer Institute Franz Clinic 4.3 (22) Cancer treatment center Closed4805 NE Glisan St Suite 11N-1 Providence Cancer Institute Franz Clinic (Portland) is part of a larger network known for providing excellent cancer care. This is for informational purposes only. For medical advice or a diagnosis, consult a professional. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more