For the second consecutive year, the Karmanos Cancer Center has been designated the most preferred hospital for cancer care among 12 hospitals in southeast Michigan, according to the 2008 Cancer Treatment Preference Profile Survey conducted by the National Research Corporation.

This annual survey, conducted via an Internet questionnaire, was sent to nearly 200,000 households throughout the United States, including 3,504 homes in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, St. Clair and Monroe counties. The respondent was the individual in the household who is the primary health care decision-maker. Respondents who preferred Karmanos for cancer care also preferred its personalized care, advanced technology and equipment, expert doctors, overall quality and image or reputation.

Karmanos has an exceptional staff made up of brilliant researchers and physicians, compassionate and caring nurses, technicians and other professionals who are committed to providing cancer patients with the highest quality care, the latest treatment options and education, and innovative state-of-the-science research. Karmanos has only been an independent cancer center since December 2005 and we realize there are many choices when it comes to health care services. Karmanos is honored to be selected the most preferred hospital for cancer care again and will continue to do all we can to uphold our high standard of care and vigilance to eradicating this disease.

Karmanos also earned high rankings from Detroit-area publications in 2008. HOUR Detroit magazine designated Karmanos the number one hospital for cancer and named 52 physicians to its Top Docs list. Crain’s Detroit Business also named Karmanos one of Detroit’s Most Admired Companies. The dedicated physicians, nurses, scientists and staff at Karmanos who are focused on fighting and winning the battle against cancer have contributed to these distinct honors.

For more information on cancer care and services, call 1-800-KARMANOS.