Cellular Immunotherapies and Transplant Program
The Cellular Immunotherapies and Transplant Program at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center provides leading-edge, collaborative and comprehensive care for pediatric and adult patients with a variety of blood and bone marrow disorders. We offer the latest FDA-approved CAR-T immunotherapies, clinical trials testing new and promising forms of cellular immunotherapies as well as all forms of stem cell and bone marrow transplantation. We work with referring physicians and carefully evaluate each patient before recommending an individualized treatment plan that will lead to the best possible outcomes and quality of life.
VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center is the largest adult and pediatric stem cell and bone marrow transplant provider in Virginia, and we are now leading the way in making the most advanced cellular immunotherapies available to patients in the Commonwealth and beyond. These exciting new treatments modify a patient’s own immune cells to help them fight cancer, and only the best hospitals in the nation have the comprehensive and collaborative clinical infrastructure to provide them.
Every patient is unique, which is why we work closely with referring physicians and conduct in-depth evaluations before recommending a personalized treatment plan. From coordinating medical records and assisting with insurance and transportation to managing side effects and survivorship planning, our cellular immunotherapy and transplant coordinators work to make treatment as easy as possible for patients and their caregivers.
Choose Massey’s Cellular Immunotherapies and Transplant Program because our care is:
Cutting-edge
We offer cutting-edge, FDA-approved cellular immunotherapies, all forms of stem cell and bone marrow transplantation as well as clinical trials testing novel immunotherapies and improved transplantation techniques. Our doctors are experts in managing complex blood disorders and tailor each patient’s care to minimize side effects and improve quality of life. We are continuously working to improve donor matching while identifying and removing barriers to transplantation for patients who are not currently eligible.
Comprehensive
Our program provides seamless coordination throughout the arc of a patient’s needed therapy. We offer the full range of available treatments as well as access to clinical trials only available at National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers like Massey. We provide both outpatient and inpatient services in the same facility, and provide a suite of support services that range from helping minimize symptoms and side effects to coping with the cognitive, emotional and psychological effects of cancer.
Collaborative
Collaboration is essential when providing some of the world’s most advanced cancer treatments. The Cellular Immunotherapies and Transplant Program relies on the expertise and coordination of many different clinical teams throughout Massey and VCU Health to provide the complex and individualized care that our patients need.
Customized
At Massey, we evaluate each patient and recommend a treatment plan that will provide the best possible outcome and quality of life. Some patients may be candidates for FDA-approved CAR-T therapy, while others may benefit from stem cell transplantation or even a combination of the two approaches. We also tailor pre-and post-transplant care to each patient to minimize side effects and improve recovery.
Compassionate
We understand how difficult cancer care can be, especially when long hospital stays are required. This is especially true for children and young adults, who must put their lives on hold while their friends and loved ones continue to live theirs. We are your partner in long-term health. Through respectful, attentive and compassionate care, our care team builds healing relationships with our patients that focus on recovery and survivorship. We work closely with a large team of supportive care specialists to address the psychological and social impacts of cancer.
Our program is conveniently located at VCU Medical Center in downtown Richmond:
Cellular Immunotherapies and Transplant Outpatient Clinic
North Hospital, 7th Floor
1300 E. Marshall St.
Richmond, VA 23298
Cellular Immunotherapies and Transplant In-patient Unit
North Hospital, 10th Floor
1300 E. Marshall St.
Richmond, VA 23298
Free valet parking is available at the North Hospital entrance for outpatient appointments. Also, self-parking ($2) is available at VCU Medical Center’s Patient and Visitor Parking Deck, located near the corner of 12th and Leigh streets.