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a sunflower shows the hope Virginia Piper Cancer Institute can bringVirginia Piper Cancer Institute® - Abbott Northwestern Hospital

The Virginia Piper Cancer Institute® - Abbott Northwestern Hospital provides comprehensive care through all aspects of cancer prevention, early detection and treatment.

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Cancer care

Cancer care is much more than treating a disease.

We understand that everyone's cancer experience is unique. Our experts use the latest technology, innovative treatments and research to meet the needs of each patient and family.

Our cancer care teams are made up of dedicated health care professionals who meet regularly to discuss their patient's progress and needs. Their combined experience assures thorough and personalized care. Their goal is to support patients and their families through their cancer journey.

The cover of Simple Talk for Tough Times: Talking with Children about Cancer shows an elephant walking with a mouse who is holding a large yellow flower.Talking with children about cancer

Simple Talk for Tough Times can help you talk with the children in your life about a cancer diagnosis and help them cope with the enormous changes cancer often brings. Ask your health care provider for a free copy, or download the entire book here.

A foggy path into the woods illustrates mental fogginess caused by chemo brain.Focus Forward: Journey Out of the Fog Research Study

Has chemotherapy fogged your thinking? This study is for people with breast cancer who experience mental fogginess or memory problems that interfere with everyday activities after completing chemotherapy — often referred to as "chemo brain."