
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana's leading cancer care organization, providing expert treatment, compassionate care, early detection, research, and education to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. The center operates multiple locations across Louisiana and Mississippi, offering state-of-the-art radiation therapy, medical oncology, clinical trials, and support services. It collaborates with hospitals and physician partners to deliver comprehensive, innovative cancer care, including advanced technology like the Elekta Infinity linear accelerator. The center is nationally accredited and recognized for excellence, with a strong community focus and a mission to provide high-quality, accessible cancer care close to home.

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana's leading cancer care organization, providing expert treatment, compassionate care, early detection, research, and education to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. The center operates multiple locations across Louisiana and Mississippi, offering state-of-the-art radiation therapy, medical oncology, clinical trials, and support services. It collaborates with hospitals and physician partners to deliver comprehensive, innovative cancer care, including advanced technology like the Elekta Infinity linear accelerator. The center is nationally accredited and recognized for excellence, with a strong community focus and a mission to provide high-quality, accessible cancer care close to home.
Organization type: Nonprofit regional cancer center
Headquarters: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Service area: Southeast Louisiana and southwest Mississippi
Established: Late 1960s
Clinical services: Radiation therapy, medical oncology, clinical trials, support services
Regional cancer care delivery, early detection, clinical research, and survivorship support
1960
Healthcare
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“Receives grants, corporate partnerships, and community philanthropic support (examples include a $15,000 grant from Sisters Network Inc. and corporate partnership support from GMFS Mortgage).”