Innovation. Dedication. Care.
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Pursuing the cure
Brighter health
Campaign vision
Our researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center develop and deliver targeted therapies that produce brighter outcomes for patients and save more lives.
Bright minds. Bold innovation.
Broadening the path to discovery
Despite great advances in cancer treatment and care, researchers know that cancer is an ever-evolving constellation of diseases—each with distinct development, progression, and prognosis. Under the extraordinary leadership of director Stephen D. Nimer, M.D., the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center has recruited some of the nation’s top cancer experts to build a powerful research enterprise dedicated to finding a cure for this profoundly complex disease.
Progress in numbers
Leading the charge
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center has more than 300 clinical studies open at any given time and offers the only Phase 1 clinical trials program in South Florida. Many of the drugs in our Phase I-III trials are approved by the FDA, and we have one of the fastest growing teams in stem cell transplantation therapy.
Fundraising Priorities
Leading-edge research
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks to build upon a series of research initiatives that will deepen our understanding of this complex disease and bring us closer to potential cures.
Community outreach programs
From firefighters coping with exposure to carcinogens to the challenges of reaching underserved populations, our goals are vital to the health of our community.
Clinical trials program
We aim to build upon our reputation as a leader in clinical trials by developing treatments that set new standards of care and offer renewed hope to patients.
A new cancer research facility
Recruiting brilliant minds is only half the battle. With new spaces and cutting-edge resources, we can accelerate our fight against this deadly disease with a dedicated home for cancer research.
Honoring talented faculty members
It is the passion and ingenuity of our talented team members that drive our progress. By supporting them and their research—through endowments—we support patients, families, communities, and the world.
Why support matters
The gift of hope
Philanthropy will propel our pursuit of cancer cures by advancing our discoveries of life-saving treatments, right here in South Florida. Help us provide our patients and their loved ones with the precious gifts of hope and healing.
At Sylvester, we strive for excellence in cancer care and cutting-edge treatment, and we are equally dedicated to advancing cancer research to save more lives.
Stephen D. Nimer, M.D.
Director, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Featured Stories
Dolphins Challenge Cancer event Raises Millions for Research
Parts of the 11th annual Dolphins Challenge Cancer (DCC) event on April 10 had to be reimagined to ensure safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the enthusiasm and commitment of the thousands of participating supporters of Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center—both virtually and in person—could not have been stronger.
Programs benefitting Sylvester Cancer Survivors adapt and thrive throughout pandemic
Vital programs and support services for the large survivor community at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System, were able to successfully pivot and grow in the past year, despite pandemic challenges.
Join us in our pursuit of a cure
To support Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center’s goal to realize brighter health for a cancer-free world, please contribute to the University of Miami’s campaign for a brighter tomorrow.
To learn more, please contact Jesse Rodriguez, medical development, 305-243-2014.