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March 11, 2008

2 R.I. hospitals recognized for cancer treatment

Two hospitals in the state have been recognized by an insurance company for their ability to handle some of the more complex and rare types of cancer, including bone and brain cancer.

Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital have been named Blue Distinction Centers for Complex and Rare Cancers by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Rhode Island and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network.

“We’re pleased to receive this distinction for our program as it reflects our dedication to providing the highest level of cancer care even in unusual or complicated cases,” Fred J. Schiffman said in a statement. He’s the medical director of the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital, both Lifespan hospitals.

Criteria for the distinction include facilities that offer access to clinical trials and use clinical data registries as well as multidisciplinary treatment and surgical teams.

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