Discover KFSYSCC’s Remarkable Journey in Cancer Care
For over three decades, the Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center has stood at the forefront of cancer treatment and research in Taiwan. Our record speaks volumes: treating over 115,000 patients and maintaining an exhaustive registry of 54,694 analytic cancer cases. Dive deep into our 2022 Cancer Statistics report and uncover the strides we've made over the years.
Stellar Progress: Witness our transformative journey as we celebrate the surge in our overall five-year observed survival rate, soaring from 52.3% in the 1990s to an impressive 75.6% today. This reflects both our commitment to holistic patient care and the relentless efforts of our multidisciplinary teams.
A Comparative Look: See how our five-year observed survival rates stack up against the national averages across multiple cancer types. Despite treating a higher proportion of advanced-stage patients, our survival rates consistently surpass the national benchmarks.
Detailed Insights: From the distribution of cancer stages at KFSYSCC to the specifics of our patients' journey, our report provides a comprehensive view of our continued dedication to excellence in cancer care.
Delve into the details, understand our achievements, and see for yourself why KFSYSCC remains the preferred choice for cancer care in Taiwan.
At KFSYSCC, our dedication to caring for cancer patients shines through in the numbers. Since our establishment in 1990, we've provided medical care and treatment to an impressive 115,041 cancer patients. This remarkable number showcases our extensive experience and unwavering commitment to the cancer community. Additionally, out of these patients, 54,694 cases are considered 'analytic,' meaning they received major parts of their treatment at our center or were diagnosed elsewhere and chose our center for their care. This distinction highlights the trust and confidence patients place in our services and expertise.
Choosing a hospital for cancer treatment is a significant decision. Our vast experience, highlighted by these figures, showcases the countless lives we've touched and the difference we've made in the journey of cancer patients. With a well-maintained record system, we ensure every patient's history is carefully documented and monitored. When you choose KFSYSCC, you're not just picking a hospital; you're selecting a legacy of trust, expertise, and unwavering dedication to your health.
This figure underscores the unwavering commitment and progressive advancements KFSYSCC has made in cancer care. While many diseases naturally lead to a decrease in survival over time, KFSYSCC bucks this trend. Thanks to our cutting-edge treatments, devoted staff, and ongoing research, our patients consistently experience higher survival rates compared to the national Taiwan rate. The descending curves in the figure represent not just numbers, but our persistent dedication to ensuring that even in the most difficult cases, the survival of our patients remains paramount. When you choose KFSYSCC, you're not just choosing a hospital – you're joining a community where your health is always the primary focus.
The figure on the left shows the incredible advancements made in cancer care at KFSYSCC over the years. The light dots show our patients' five-year survival rates for different cancers from 1990-1994. The dark dots show the rates from 2015-2019. Notice the jump? This means more of our patients are surviving cancer and living longer!
For instance, back in the early '90s, if you had thyroid cancer, your chance of making it past five years was 90.2%. Today? It's a whopping 96.9%! And it's not just thyroid cancer – from breast to Hodgkin lymphoma, our survival rates have soared.
Why does this matter? Because these dots tell a story of hope, progress, and top-notch care. If you or someone you love is facing cancer, these figures show that KFSYSCC is a place where chances are on the rise. Join us, and let's write your success story together.