The Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown in Atlanta is revolutionizing cancer care by putting patients at the heart of everything it does. This full - service cancer care center is designed to offer not just top - notch medical treatment but also a personalized experience that takes into account the humanity of patients and their loved ones.
The 17 - story facility uniquely combines outpatient and inpatient cancer care into "care communities". Each community focuses on a specific type of cancer, allowing patients to receive nearly all the services they need - from diagnostics and doctor's appointments to infusions and support services - in one convenient location. The idea behind this is to reduce waiting times and the distance patients have to travel within the hospital, as SOM, one of the architects, aimed to minimize or even eliminate the need for long waits. This new model was developed through extensive discussions with over 160 stakeholders, including patients, clinical staff, and hospital workers.
Moreover, Winship, as Georgia's only National Cancer Institute - designated comprehensive cancer center, provides precision diagnostics, innovative treatment options, and access to clinical trials. The institute also pays attention to the emotional and psychological well - being of patients. The design of the building, from furniture selection to the placement of light switches, has been carefully considered to create a comfortable and supportive environment. In this way, Winship at Emory Midtown is redefining cancer care, providing patients with the best possible chance of a full life while easing the burden of their illness.
