Presentation of the Centre
Established in 2010, the Comprehensive Cancer Center (CCC) Vienna is a collaborative initiative of the Medical University of Vienna and the University Hospital Vienna. It integrates all departments and institutes involved in oncology across both institutions, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to cancer care, research, and education.
Mission and Clinical Excellence
CCC Vienna is committed to delivering state-of-the-art, patient-centered oncology care. Central to its clinical operations are over 25 interdisciplinary tumor boards, which provide approximately 14,000 therapy recommendations annually, ensuring personalized treatment strategies for patients.
Research and Innovation
The center's research endeavors encompass basic, translational, and clinical studies, structured into: 7 Research Clusters: Focusing on fundamental cancer mechanisms. 11 CCC Units: Dedicated to specific tumor entities, closely linked with corresponding tumor boards. 6 CCC Platforms: Providing technological and disease-specific expertise. This integrated framework promotes seamless translation of laboratory discoveries into clinical applications.
Education and Training
CCC Vienna places a strong emphasis on education, offering: CCC-TRIO Symposium: A biennial event designed to encourage collaboration among cancer researchers in both basic and clinical research, taking place in Vienna. Young CCC: A platform supporting early-career scientists through mentorship and networking. Cancer Update CCC Vienna: provides updates on state-of-the-art cancer care for healthcare practitioners and doctors in other clinics. Vienna International Summer School in Oncology: An educational programme for international medical students. Cancer School CCC Vienna: Public lectures designed for the public, patients, relatives, healthcare professionals, and patient advocates. CCC Research Grants: Funding is sourced from the annual Cancer Research Run proceeds and donations to the Cancer Research Initiative. An international panel of experts is responsible for project selection. Grants are distributed biennially. The variety of funded projects spans different entities, fields, and scientific inquiries, showcasing the broad spectrum of cancer research at MedUni Vienna. The involved research groups include both clinical and basic science teams. CCC Vienna Cancer Prevention Day: At the CCC Cancer Prevention Day, leading experts from MedUni Vienna and AKH Vienna offers once in a year personal consultations on prevention, early detection, vaccination, and common types of cancer.
Commitment to Quality and Patient Advocacy
Adhering to international standards for Comprehensive Cancer Centers, CCC Vienna has implemented a rigorous quality management system, certified by Quality Austria. The center actively collaborates with patient advocacy groups to ensure holistic support for patients beyond clinical treatment.