MD Anderson provides cancer care at several convenient locations throughout the Greater Houston Area and collaborates with community hospitals and health systems nationwide through MD Anderson Cancer Network.
Our 96,000 square-foot Proton Therapy Center offers the most advanced radiation available to treat several different types of cancer. Visit our location just south of the Texas Medical Center and enjoy free on-site parking.
MD Anderson offers diagnostic services in convenient, community-based locations. Diagnostic imaging clinics offer blood draws and preventative screening. A sub-specialized radiologist with expertise on advanced imaging techniques is available at each location.
Together with select hospitals and health systems across the globe, MD Anderson Cancer Network is advancing our mission to end cancer by improving the quality and accessibility of cancer care in local communities.
Are you coming to MD Anderson from outside of the United States? Our International Center is here to help you make a smooth transition to Houston and provide support at every step of your cancer journey.
If you are enrolled in a managed care plan (HMO, PPO or POS), your treatment atMD Andersonmay be covered by insurance. Check ourlist of currently accepted insurance plans. If you dont see your plan listed or you have insurance questions, call888-242-6032.
The Release of Information office is the best place to contact to obtain copies of your doctor's notes and labs. Their direct number is 713-792-6710. If you need to obtain images and/or radiology reports, then you will need to call the Film Library at 713-792-6210.
This will depend on where you are receiving treatment. A list of patient care locations in the Texas Medical Center is here, and the addresses of all of our locations are here. Details on where to park and how to navigate the Texas Medical Center are available, too.
Yes, askMDAnderson can assist patients with creating accounts, resetting passwords and navigational questions. Please call 877-632-6789 for assistance by phone. You may also send us an online message.
MD Anderson operates Diagnostic Laboratory Centers at its Texas Medical Center location and at locations throughout the Houston area. Visit our Diagnostic Laboratory Centers pagefor locations and hours of operation.
MD Anderson offers diagnostic services in our Texas Medical Center and other community-based locations. Diagnostic imaging clinics offer blood draws and preventative screening. A sub-specialized radiologist with expertise on advanced imaging techniques is available at each location.
Joes House: Joe's House is a nationwide online lodging resource for cancer patients and their families who must travel away from home for medical treatment. Use the search tools to create a list of lodging options in and around MD Anderson.
Texas Medical Center (TMC): The Texas Medical Center website lists several options for lodging in and around MD Anderson. Make sure to ask for the medical rate, which is usually lower than the standard rate. All hotels reserve the right to change their rates at any time.
Rotary House International: The Jesse H. Jones Rotary House International is a full-service hotel, owned by MD Anderson Cancer Center and managed by Marriott International. The hotel is dedicated to serving the needs of MD Anderson patients and their families while in Houston.
Step 2: Check with the floors charge nurse for restrictions.Some patients may not be able to keep fresh flowers or live plants in their rooms due to the risk of infection. If flowers or plants arent allowed, consider sending a balloon bouquet or snack gift basket instead.
Step 3: Place your order.You can do this through the florist of your choice or by calling MD AndersonsThe Park Flower and Gift Shopat 713-792-4438. Please make sure to communicate any restrictions before ordering.
If the patient has a phone in his or her room and you know the number, you may call it directly. If you dont know the phone (or the room) number, you may call the Welcome Center at 713-792-2121 or 800-889-2094 (toll-free) for assistance.
Please note that anything sent to the Rotary House should include the patients name (not the hotel guests names) in the mailing address. In the interest of privacy, patient room numbers should not be included at this location.
MD Anderson does not provide direct blood donations. This means we do not reserve blood donations by family members or friends for a specific patient. All blood donations help to ensure an adequate blood supply for all patients.
Each hospital patient (also called an inpatient) may have 1 adult (age 18 or older) caregiver at the bedside at all times. This person may accompany the patient when they are admitted to the hospital at any time of day.
When you give to MD Anderson Cancer Center, you have the opportunity to make a tremendous difference in the lives of cancer patients by supporting innovative cancer patient care, research, education and prevention programs.
There are many ways to help donate money, host a fundraiser, honor loved ones and plan your beneficiary gifts through stocks, estates and more. If you would like to donate money, the easiest and quickest way is to use our online donation form or donate by mail.
To best serve the needs of MD Anderson patients, Volunteer Services appreciates your assistance in donating only the items listed below. Donations must be in new condition and from smoke-free environments. Donated items cannot have religious messages or logos attached.
We have three convenient Medical Center-area donation facilities. View locations. We also hold regular blood drives throughout the greater Houston area. Call us at 713-792-7777 to schedule a blood drive in your community.
MD Anderson representatives are available to provide cancer prevention information at health fairs or special health-related events in Houston and surrounding areas. View a library or our print materials. You can request print materials by completing theonline request formor call 713-792-3363.
MD Anderson sponsors a variety of charitable events to support the local community. We participate as a way to invest in the community, and to have the opportunity to educate people about healthy behaviors to reduce cancer risks.Priority consideration is given to events in Harris and surrounding counties, cancer-focused events, and events that align with current institutional priorities. Sponsorship requests usually require four months notice to ensure funding availability and to allow time for institutional participation. Please complete the form if you would like MD Anderson to consider your event.
The Referring Provider Team was established to provide a better level of customer service and continuous follow-up on our referring physicians' patient referrals. Staffed by trained health information specialists, the Referring Provider Team is equipped to support calls from physician practices via MD Anderson's central phone line Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. CST and weekends, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CST.
Physicians can also have their questions answered about current patients through the secure messaging system on the myMDAnderson for Physicians portal. Registration is free and fast for licensed practicing physicians.
Viewing information about your referred patientis easy withmyMDAnderson for Physicians(powered by EpicCare Link), a secure, online connection to our services and patient information. This personalized portal lets you submit and expedite patient referrals, track your patients' progress and communicate with the MD Anderson care team. Medical information, such as referral status and results, is provided in real time.
myMDAnderson for Physicians is for licensed, practicing health care providers who currently refer patients to MD Anderson, plan to refer patients in the future or participate as an MD Anderson patients primary care physician or follow-up physician.