“The absolute best” in cancer care is now available in the Silicon Valley’s South Bay (San Jose) area at the new Stanford Cancer Center that opened July 13, extending Stanford’s comprehensive and compassionate cancer care to more Bay area residents in the fast growing South Bay.
Designed by RATCLIFF architects, the comprehensive cancer center comprises 70,000 square feet and four stories, conveniently located at the intersection of State Route 85 and Los Gatos Boulevard in San Jose, California. Departments include oncology, ambulatory surgery, diagnostic imaging, clinical lab, pharmacy and radiation oncology.
Rather than the typical experience where a patient must travel from department to department for different services, Stanford Cancer Center South Bay is organized so that multidisciplinary teams come to the patient’s exam room. This advance in healthcare delivery is an example of ways the patient’s perspective is the priority.
“From routine check-ups to surgery, chemo and radiation therapy, patients can feel assured that a variety of resources are available all in one location,” said Christopher Naughton of RATCLIFF.
“The essence of the project addresses the mind, body and spirit of those on their cancer journey,” Naughton said. “We designed for ample daylight into patient areas, and simple, clear circulation and wayfinding to lessen patient stress. We also chose bold geometric forms to engage the mind, earthy materials to center the body and bright white accents to move the spirit.”
Details include separating the patient from the comings and goings of the medical staff to further tranquility, and locating the infusion treatment on the top floor with expansive windows providing calming views. Waiting areas offer comfort the option of privacy or social interaction.
Swinerton Builders served as general contractor.
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