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Top-ranked cancer hospitals on the West Coast, according to publications like U.S. News & World Report and designations from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), are primarily concentrated in California, Washington, and Oregon. NCI-designated "Comprehensive Cancer Centers" are recognized for their leadership in cancer research, prevention, and treatment. California UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (San Francisco): Consistently ranked as one of the best cancer hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, UCSF provides expert care in a wide range of cancers. City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center (Duarte): This NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center has been named among the top 10 hospitals for cancer in the nation for four consecutive years in the U.S. News & World Report rankings. UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (Los Angeles): For over 24 consecutive years, UCLA Health JCCC has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for its excellence in cancer care. It is also one of the leading centers participating in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Stanford Health Care-Stanford Hospital (Palo Alto): This hospital is nationally ranked in adult specialties, including cancer care. UC San Diego Health-Moores Cancer Center (La Jolla): The only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in San Diego County, recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the top 50 in the nation for cancer care. USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center (Los Angeles): As an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, USC Norris is a leader in cancer research and patient care. UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center (Sacramento): An NCI-designated "comprehensive" cancer center and member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Washington Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center/University of Washington Medical Center (Seattle): Often recognized as one of the best in Seattle for its cutting-edge research and comprehensive care, Fred Hutchinson/UW Medical Center is an NCI-designated cancer center. MultiCare Cancer Institute (Tacoma): Located at Tacoma General Hospital, this center provides specialized treatments, including cancer research and clinical trials, with dedicated support staff like nurse navigators and cancer social workers. Oregon OHSU Knight Cancer Institute (Portland): Awarded NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center status in 2017, the Knight Cancer Institute is a frontrunner in care and research. It is the only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center between Sacramento and Seattle.