Huntsman Cancer Institute

Both myself and my wife have been treated at the Huntsman and it was the best ever. From the beginning to the end just incredible, compassion, leading edge and immediate, caring, these words come to mind. I just can not say enough good about this place. Just the best.

I was here for MOHs melanoma surgery a few years ago. Amazing experience scheduling appointments, getting insurance clearance and payment, skilled surgeon Dr. Bowen who let me choose tunes to calm me, great pain management and follow-​up. Highly recommend this place. If you need serious cancer help, they make it almost enjoyable.
They have also helped my sister for years with her health problems. They tested all of us siblings to track hereditary issues and to research treatments.

I work for the university and convinced my mother to go to Huntsman when she was diagnosed with bladder cancer. I thought it was the best. At 84, they recommended and treated her with full doses of chemotherapy and radiation — she died in 8 weeks. They kept discharging her when she was ill and developed dementia. No one would take our calls. She was ignored and our issues marginalized. It was terrifying to rely on people that so obviously didn’t care. I’ll regret taking her there every day for the rest of my life.

Huntsman cancer institute. Could also easily be called, «Huntsman COMFORT institute».
I never wanted to be the «Duchess» of HCI, but my body had a different idea, apparently…
I was diagnosed with stage III cancer, and started treatment at a different hospital. Four visits of pure misery later… I transferred my care to HCI.
Before you even walk in the building you feel a difference!
There is complimentary valet parking for cancer patients. It makes you feel like a VIP.
Everything about the interior of the bldg is bright and airy. And oh-​so-​peaceful!
Everywhere you go, they’re throwing warm blankets on you.
It seems that every employees #1 goal is to make you feel as comfortable as possible.
Any, and every service a cancer patient could want is available.
There’s a cancer library, yoga classes, social workers, the list goes on, and on.
My doctors, nurses, everyone is always one step ahead of me. Anticipating my every need, before I even know that I need it!
Add to all of that, the fact the HCI only employs the «best of the best», and you have a recipe for some of the best treatment on the planet.
Here’s hoping no one else ever had to be the Duke, or Duchess of HCI! But, if you do find yourself in that position, you’ll also find yourself in the position of receiving the best care possible.

This cancer center is absurdly beautiful, and attracts some of the best doctors in the country due to its wonderful location in the beautiful Salt Lake City. When I came to visit Salt Lake City from North Carolina, I was dumbfounded. I’m not going to post too much medical mumbo-​jumbo here on Unilocal because it’s probably not the place you should be looking for cancer care, but I did post some pictures of the facilities to demonstrate just how well funded this institute is.

Wow I am in shock and disbelief. After my mom was diagnosed with cancer two weeks ago she was refered to the Huntsman Center. The doctors office fax the information and called for the appointment. As I stated it is now two weeks later and still no responce. After several calls from the doctors office today (we were sitting there with them) we reached a scheduler. She rudely said they received all the information but the center is extremely busy this time of year and do not have an estimated time they will contact my mom for an appointment. She said it could take up to two months before they call her for an appointment. The lady had no answers on who else to contact and acted annoyed that we were interrupting her day. Needless to say we are looking for an alternate option because we can’t tell her cancer to stop growing for two months.

My sister had a very agressive GBM tumor and asked me to find a place for her to receive treatment. I called a mutual friend that has cancer who told me that she was dissappointed with the Huntsman center, She referred me to a place in Phoenix. I did however call the referral service at the huntsman center two times and left two messages. Almost two weeks later I got a call back from the Huntsman. By then it was to late.

For serious illness, consider Huntsman as a or possibly the best possible US medical choice. Funding and resources are outstanding and Huntsman employees rate job satisfaction here #6 higher than #7 Google.

This hospital is the greatest and I would highly recommend it to anyone who is facing a potential cancer issue ! The only thing that might be helpful is inside the various clinics it is kind of easy to get lost inside the matrix of offices, exam rooms, etc. When I was done with my appointment, the doctor’s nurse told me I could get dressed and go. When I opened the door to the exam room to the hallway, there was NO ONE out there, no voices to help me determine where I should go, etc. and no signs in the clinic hallways to show the way to the «front desk» ! I finally wound my way out but I am sure I did not go the correct way as I ended up in some other area! Yikes!!!

The «C-​word.» You never want to hear your doctor utter it…
But if that doctor refers you to Huntsman, you can be sure you are going to receive excellent care!
I received a diagnosis of a rare and locally aggressive skin cancer in the dermis layer. Definitely not as serious as most patients here, but still a reason to lose some sleep. I was referred to dermatology oncology and from the security guards, to the nurses to the doctor, I feel this is the best experience I have ever had with any medical professional in my 31 years on this earth!!! Just amazing.
The building can be a bit confusing once you are in there. The hospital and institute are connected, so take the extra time to look at the directory or ask for directions. You’ll be glad you did.
Take in the view while you grab a bite from one of their restaurants, it’s quite stunning, and remember to smile at everyone you pass, you never can be sure what they are going through!

Horrific discharge process and needs to be improved. Even the process of using rounds for the doctors is somewhat confusing. If this is the way healthcare going in america, we are in trouble.

I am so grateful for the Huntsman Center. They have been so good to my husband. They are very friendly and professional. We feel right at home when we come every week. I just want to find Mr. Huntsman Sr. and give him a great big hug.

To be honest, the Institute is the name of the research and some of the clinic facilities; there’s an attached Huntsman Cancer Hospital where the actual patients are.
At any rate, this place is beautiful. The only unfortunate thing is that one needs to have cancer in order to stay here. Real wood paneling, marble floors, beautiful views…

How do you write a review about a cancer center?
Well MY story is that I was there, from California, visiting my mother who was there undergoing chemo and a possible round of bone-​marrow transplants. She was there for about four weeks before she elected to discontinue treatment and come home.
The staff at the Huntsman was exemplary and made my mother feel very comfortable with her treatment and treatment options. Her comfort and trust in the people treating her was imperative and they did a fantastic job.

If you have cancer, this is the place to be. The hospital itself has home like interior décor and is incredibly quiet. Most noticeable no loud intercom system. Restaurants w/​views and good food too. Laser jocks in Radiation Oncology are fun, great sense of humor. Well furnished throughout. Comfortable sofas and chairs, tables, in clinic rooms, not just waiting areas. Beautiful real wood, etched frosted glass, marble and granite interiors. Very spacious, it never feels crowded. Hats off to the best receptionists on every floor in every clinic, polite, professional, friendly and helpful. Ditto for medical secretaries. Valet parking and concierge services. Family and friends welcomed and encouraged to be a part of patient care. Learning library w/​highspeed internet open 5 days/​wk.