MUSC Hollings Cancer Center

At the forefront of cancer research, MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is one of 73 National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers in the nation and the only one in South Carolina. This research is the driving force behind delivering medical advances to patients and their families, enabling us to educate health care professionals and the public and to establish outreach services for underserved populations across the state.

The Hollings difference

Our cutting-edge research translates into new and better treatments that help patients, including advanced surgical techniques and innovative clinical trials. MUSC Health University Medical Center is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a high performing hospital for cancer care and has been awarded with Magnet Recognition®, an acknowledgment of quality patient care, nursing excellence, and innovations in professional nursing practice.

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Research drives cures

Our researchers, scientists, and clinicians collaborate to make innovative discoveries that advance cancer care forward.

Research Programs

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Latest News

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Living with Glioblastoma

Two women found friendship and solidarity as they go about their lives after a glioblastoma diagnosis.

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Brain Cancer Care

As home to the state's only neuro-oncologists, MUSC Hollings Cancer Center can offer the latest care options and clinical trials to people with brain tumors.

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Clinical Trial

Anthony Cannella has always been willing to try the newest treatments for lymphoma. So he readily agreed to sign up for a CAR-T clinical trial at Hollings.

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Sister Scientists

The Engevik sisters live for science – and they get to do it together at MUSC.

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Governor's Honor

Dr. Jennifer Dahne's focus on making behavioral health interventions accessible to more people has been recognized with a governor's award.

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LOWVELO Funds in Action

LOWVELO funds are enabling Leonardo Ferreira, Ph.D., to pursue his ideas to bring cellular therapy to solid tumors for cancer treatment.

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Lynch Syndrome

A simple test to learn about his ancestry uncovered an unexpected syndrome that increases the risk of cancer.

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Evaluating Novel Therapy

Hollings enrolled the first patient in a clinical trial of a new type of drug, a bifunctional antibody, for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.

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Performing for a Cause

15 years after a terminal diagnosis, Nathan Calhoun is alive thanks to a clinical trial. It's why he performed at LOWVELO in 2024.

Why Choose Hollings

From cutting edge treatments and innovative clinical trials to leading experts and specialists in complex cancer cases, Hollings offers cancer treatment and care that can't be found anywhere else in South Carolina.

“ Knowing you have cancer isn't as scary as having cancer but not knowing about it because you won't get screened. ”

Aleasa Barry, breast cancer survivor
Aleasa's story

“ One in three rectal cancers are in people under the age of 55. Whether you choose colonoscopy or stool-based testing, colorectal cancer screening should start at age 45 for most people. ”

Dr. Thomas Curran, colorectal cancer surgeon
Screening guidelines

“ Every year, HPV causes more than 30,000 cases of cancer in both men and women across the country. With the HPV vaccine, over 90% of those cases can be prevented. ”

Dr. Marvella Ford, associate director of community outreach and engagement
HPV vaccination

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Finding tomorrow's cures

Clinical trials explore new ways to prevent and treat cancer. Participating in a study can give you access to treatments that might not be available elsewhere.

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Cancer Survivorship

Taking a holistic approach to care, Hollings is here to help you adapt to changes that occur both during and after cancer treatment.

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Prevention & Screenings

Learn about the factors that may increase your risk for developing cancer and active steps you can take to lower that risk.

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Community Outreach

Hollings aims to reduce the state’s cancer burden through quality care, research, education, and targeted prevention programs.

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