The Cancer Center at Valley Medical Center opens to our first patients on Feb. 3, 2025! 
Learn more about the services offered in the new space.

New Cancer Center Serving Patients in 2025

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We’re excited to announce the opening of the first phase of Valley Medical Center’s new Cancer Center, welcoming our first patients on February 3, 2025. This innovative and healing space is designed to deliver integrated, compassionate care with advanced treatments and services for oncology patients and their loved ones.  

Come Celebrate with Us! – Ribbon Cutting Celebration at Valley’s New Cancer Center | Thursday, Jan. 16, 4 to 8 PM at Valley Medical Center East Pavilion, 4009 Talbot Rd. S, Renton – 3rd floor. Park in Garage C and cross the Bridge of Hope to the new Cancer Center!

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Better Cancer Care, Close to Home

A cancer diagnosis is frightening for anyone. Among the questions that patients and their families wrestle with is how to find the best care and whether that care is accessible to them. For many residents of South King County, the time and expense of traveling to Seattle for cancer care is simply not an option—especially for frequent appointments or for infusion treatments that can last several hours per session. Even those who can afford the time and transportation costs are better served when they can get treatment closer to home, at a hospital they know and trust, with family and friends by their side.

Over the past 5 years, cancer has remained the leading cause of death within our public hospital district. We've also seen a 25% increase in cancer patient volume - demonstrating the need for this comprehensive facility. Timing for the Cancer Center is crucial as:

  • Valley’s existing clinics have outgrown their allotted spaces and  capacity is strained.

  • Care coordination has become increasingly difficult with providers offering testing and care in separate clinics throughout our 33-acre hospital campus.

  • An increased number of patients are presenting with more advanced cases due to delayed preventive screening caused by the pandemic.

  • A single facility will provide more research opportunities, better caregiver collaboration, ease of patient stress and an improved experience, and direct access to appointments and care via The Bridge of HOPE.

Valley provides award winning supportive care, rooted in equity and compassion, and we are proud that our cancer services are consistently ranked among the top 10% in the nation. A single facility will provide additional access and scheduling, more research opportunities, better caregiver collaboration, ease of patient stress, and an improved experience.

We need our community’s support to raise the remaining $45M needed to complete the Cancer Center project. Every donor and every dollar raised brings us closer to our goal of opening the doors to this comprehensive resource for our neighbors.


Hope, Help, & Healing

Learn about this life-changing resource - coming soon!

The new Cancer Center integrates all cancer care departments, including hematology and oncology, radiation oncology, the Breast Center, screening and genetics, rehabilitation services, and support services. Features include:

Care conference suites for meetings between patients and their multidisciplinary team of providers

An infusion and immunotherapy center with patient and family orientation areas, a fast-track room for quick procedures, and spacious treatment rooms with recliners, free WiFi, a reading library, heated blankets, snacks and beverages, free interpreter services, and space for friends and family

State-of-the-art radiation technology that delivers precision high-dose treatments while minimizing radiation exposure, reducing complications, and ensuring faster recovery times

A comprehensive Breast Center that offers 3D mammography and is staffed by dedicated breast radiologists and expert support staff in a soothing environment that includes warm robes, designer gowns, and original artwork

Plastic and reconstructive services that can provide patients with physically and emotionally transformative results

Research facilities that accommodate an expanded array of clinical trials related to cancer prevention and screening, treatment, symptom management, and post-treatment surveillance

A survivorship program that helps guide cancer survivors in their transition from active treatment to life after treatment

A supportive care clinic that supports quality-of-life decisions and pain management for patients with progressive, serious illness

Free programs including workshops on nutrition, hair loss, and skin care; a wig, hat, and turban bank; yoga and movement classes; pet therapy teams; and a 24-hour resource hotline

Learn more about Cancer Services at Valley.

Click the images below to see inside the Cancer Center!


    

   

 


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Update & Planned Openings

Thanks to the support of many – from our over 500 individual and corporate donors, to Valley Girls & Guys, to our providers and caregivers, oncology leaders, entire senior leadership team, and our Board of Trustees – we are thrilled to announce construction of the initial phase (Phase 1A) of the new Cancer Center has begun!

“We are witnessing the dawning of a new era in patient care and experience, coming soon for oncology patients in South King County,” shared Jeannine Erickson Grinnell, CEO of Valley Medical Center, at a recent event. Unfortunately, cancer is the leading cause of illness in our community. In addition, much of the population growth happening in our region is happening in Southeast King County, creating a much greater need for cancer services and significant challenges for patients trying to access cancer care close to home. Valley’s new comprehensive Cancer Center will house a $60M state-of-the-art facility and expand access to services that our community needs right here in their backyard.

Patients and families across South King County deserve access to comprehensive cancer care without having to add a lengthy and stressful commute to Seattle or Tacoma. They deserve expanded and accessible treatment options, clinical services, and support resources. And they deserve a sanctuary of hope, help, and healing that is truly coordinated.

Phase 1A will provide a better, more efficient care experience, and innovative treatment in a healing environment. Located on the 3rd floor of our new East Pavilion, this initial phase, once completed, will house a 41-bay infusion center including 9 private and semi-private rooms and 3 fast-track treatment chairs, infusion pharmacy, reception area, symptom management services, and the Trapper and Samantha Wellbeing Resource Center. Phase 1A will be completed in early 2025!

“I didn’t have to die to find out how many people love me.” About her care at Valley, Debbie emphasizes, “I didn’t know that there are that many caring people in one place. It’s been a hard journey, but they made it a lot easier.” - Debbie, Valley Cancer Patient (Hear more about Debbie's story)

 

“For those who will get care in the new Cancer Center, it will be wonderful for families to know exactly where they are going each time because it’s all there in one place. When you can say in a heartbeat, ‘That’s where I’ll take my family,’ you know Valley is doing everything right – they’re treating you well for your health, but also treating you well. Everyone deserves healthcare like this.” - Sandra, Valley Cancer Patient  

Throughout his treatment, Patrick saw the future home of Valley’s new integrated Cancer Center take shape from the ground up. “I would encourage people to support the new Cancer Center – you’re investing in saving the lives of the people who are your neighbors and uncles, cousins, and friends.”
-Patrick, Valley Cancer Patient

Join the Campaign for Valley's New Cancer Center!

Fundraising is continuing, focused on the remaining $45M needed to complete phases 1B and 2. Phase 1B includes the remaining portions of floor 3 that will house the new Oncology and Hematology Clinic and Multidisciplinary Clinic for patient/care team conferences and treatment planning. It will also include a café space designed for loved ones to enjoy food, coffee, and respite. Phase 2 will focus on the 1st floor and house Radiation Therapy and oncology imaging. Every donor and every dollar raised brings us closer to our goal of opening the doors to this comprehensive Cancer Center for our community.

Our campaign for the new Cancer Center builds on Valley’s financial strength, legacy of trust within the community, and reputation for delivering compassionate care. Our community takes tremendous pride in having an excellent hospital close to home that provides exceptional services to address any medical need. Cancer is the leading cause of illness within our public hospital district, so consolidating and expanding cancer services is critical.

Questions? Please contact: 
Carrie Murayama,
Director of Philanthropy
and Volunteer Services, or call 425.690.5956.

All donors who support the campaign at any level will be listed in all campaign donor lists on donor reader boards and in special communications and campaign materials. Additionally, donors will be highlighted in Valley’s Gratitude Report in the corresponding year of their gift.

In keeping with our goal to provide a tranquil, healing and light-filled space, a water theme is being used throughout the Cancer Center. Water elements have been integrated into the design of each space to recognize individuals and organizations that have contributed to our ability to enhance how we care for our community like family. Permanently installed Donor recognition items begin at $1,000 and highlight our community’s support of the Cancer Center.

Raised droplets, in a variety of sizes, will be installed on the walls of the corridor connecting the East Pavilion with the Main Hospital. Each droplet, inscribed with the donor’s name(s) or in honorary recognition, will highlight support at the $1,000 - $4,999 level. Recognition can be tailored to each individual donor's commensurate giving level with the size and number of droplets individualized based on total gift.

Seaglass colored streams, in a variety of lengths, will fill wood slats on select walls and partitions of the First Floor Waiting Area. Each stream, inscribed with the donor’s name(s) or in honorary recognition, will highlight support at the $5,000 - $19,999 level. 150 opportunities are available.

Dichroic waterfalls, designed to reflect light and in a variety of widths, will line the walls of the Third Floor Waiting Area. Each waterfall, inscribed with the donor’s name(s) or in honorary recognition, will highlight support at the $20,000 - $49,999 level. 25 opportunities are available.

Naming opportunities for a variety of consult rooms,clinic spaces, and public areas are available at the $50,000 - $199,999 level. Recognition varies based on location.

 

Colored ocean panels will fill windows on The Valley Girls & Guys Bridge of Hope, connecting the Cancer Center with Parking Garage C. Each panel will feature a water-like textured wave with the donor’s name(s) or in honorary recognition. Ocean panels are available for gifts at the $200,000 - $500,000 level. 10 opportunities are available.

 

We invite you to join the campaign and invest in a healthier future for an entire community—a community that reflects increasing vibrancy and diversity, as well as the challenges of population growth and economic disparities. Donors who share our vision of an innovative cancer center for South King County residents are stepping forward to make this a reality. Join them!  

Questions? Please contact: 
Carrie Murayama, Director of Philanthropy
and Volunteer Services, or call 425.690.5956.

 

Abigail Cooper Hannie Yu Maritha Mukua
Abiy Retta Harriet Grant Mark Justus, MD
Ada Cohen Hazel Johson Mark Roggeveen, MD
Adam Dague Heidi James Marsha Scherer
Ajay Sharma Heidi Kimbler Marta Gebremeskel
Alan Sun Helen Evans Mary Dawson
Alena Khatskevich Helene Beatus Mary Gibbs
Alex Shockey Hiroshi Nakano Mary Harris
Alex Watson, Jr Hoang Nguyen Mary Kato
Alexandra Setchfield Hui Yang, MD Mary O'Brien
Algamma Naidu I-Hua Huang, MD Mary VanHoomissen
Aline Natividad Irene Pergamo Mathew Winston
Alison Ryan Izumi Kozuru Matthew Mulder, MD & Chris Duong
Allison Scott Jacob Thomas, MD Matthew Pittman
Alma & Shawn McFarland Jacqueline Martin Matthew Schmidt
Amanda Lawson Jacqueline Mensing Melaine Shaner
Amanda Robinson Jael Head Melanie Robinson
Amanda Simpson Jai Heikkila Melinda Glass
Amanda Tjossem Jaime Mathison Melissa Diercks
Amber George Jaime Nephew Melissa Maldonado
Amber Henley Jaimie Houser Michael Bantog
Amber Kaiser James Chen, MD Michael Nelsen, MD
Amit Chakraborty, MD James Jones Michael Wen
Amphone Phavong James Levy Michele & Mark Lackie
Amritpal Sandhu, MD James Park, MD Michele Burney
Amy & Paul McElroy James Renz Michele Despreaux, MD & Larry Healey
Amy Alexander Jamie Hellstrom Michelle Chinn
Ana Sebok Jane Songco Michelle Konopaski
Andrew Ashbaugh Janet & Kalen Privatsky Michelle Racz
Andy Jensen Janet Gerstel Michelle Warfield
Angela Webber Janet Ives Milanie Del Rosario
Anina Bacon Janet Sommercorn Mira Brancu, MD
Anna Andres Janice Lo, DO Mitsuko Akiyama
Anna Rozmaity, V Janine Akins Nadine Zweifel
Anonymous Janyce Kulpa Naira Watkins
Ashley & Lance Leasure Jasmine Rosario Nancy Braganza
Ashley Bedford Jason Mann, MD Nancy Bushman
Atishma Sinha Jason Vanderbilt Nancy Christ
Avneet Kaur Jean Borth Nancy Eveleth
Ayelech Abera Jeanette Lisak-Phillips Nancy MacCrae
Azita Bamsheh Jeannine & Leland Grinnell Natalie Patterson
Barbara Aregger Jeannine Erickson Grinnell Natalie Watrous
Barbara Johnson Jennifer Arkills Nataliya Vlasova
Barbara Warner Jennifer Cruz Nathan Jacobs
Barry Bockow, MD Jennifer Huggins Neetu BC
Benton Ramsey Jennifer Jones Negede Gebreselassie
Bernadene "Bernie" & Denny Dochnahl Jennifer Kay Neha Babatu
Bethany McKinney Jennifer Mccoy Ngoc Men Lopez
Betsy Kirichenko Jennifer Pel Nicholas Anderson
Betsy Papaly Jeremy Wyatt Nicole Bono
Betty Koenig Jerome Hill Nicole Garcia Lopez
Betty Laughlin Jessica & Jeff Roach Nicy Kurian
Betty Reid Jessica Allen Novae Simper, MD
Betty Togba Jessica Hua Oil Kyi Chen
Bobby Lindsey Jessica Linley Oleksandr Bondarenko
Bradley Thomas Jessica Madison Olive Tolo
Breanne Piehl Jessica Palm Pamela Friends
Brent Busching Jimmy Bernabe Pamela Mansfield
Bria DeRuyck Joanne Treffrey Parminder Sandhu
Brian Jones Jodie Abinoja Patrianne Domingo
Brianna Grinnell Jody Carlson Patricia Armstrong
Brittany Gibson Joell & Rick Teal Patricia Creaven
Bryan Colson John Bauman, MD Patricia Kyle
Caleb Lind John Herron Patricia Oberg
Calvin Chang John Victor Carag Patty Cashman
Caren Fisher John Widzgowski Paul Scott
Carla Sellers Jose Sanchez Pauline Wah
Carla Winston Joseph Irving Peggy Murayama
Carlos Gonzales Joseph Stewart Philip Lund, MD
Carlos Michel Joshua Helms Phyllis Smith
Carlyn Eaton Juana Randell Pisei Gach
Carol Barber Juana Urias Castillo Praveen Rao, MD
Carol Fronda Judith Hamilton Preetpal Kaur
Carrie & Martin Murayama Judith Puzon Priya Maharaj Bennett
Carrie Adelman Judith Sirrine Pyong Kim, MD
Carrie Bouwkamp Julian Hsu Quynh-Nhi Tran
Carrie Youngblood Julie Dunn Rachel Walsh
Catharine McGraw Julie Gibbons Radhika Naidu
Catherine Fallen Julie Holdaas Rajwinder Brar
Cayla Hall Julie Osgood Ralph Deatherage
Chad Flodman Julio Jimenez Ralph Domoszlay
Chanda Ryan June Kimani Ramandeep Sandhu
Chari & Bill Apperson Junhee Lee Randy Cole
Charity Ndwiga Kameron Wallace Raquel Garibay
Charlene Espinosa Kanika & Navanshu Arora, MD Rebecca Bol
Chavell Singleton KanSaiKou Njie Rebecca Powell
Chelsea McIver Kantima Nelson Rebecca Santome
Chermaine Wulff Karen Hansen Renee Alberts
Cherry Ann Tubera Karen McKee Renee Weston
Cheryl Garcia Karen Ovetz Rhonda Jacobs
Cheryl Maiorano Karene Wert Richard Avalon
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Cheryl Watkins Karleen Lea Nazario Richard Roodman
Chilan Nguyen Kasey Turner Rick Starkey
Chou Sa Ngoun Kate Casey, LMHC Rinarose Agosa
Christene Allen Kathleen Barnum Robert Heathcock, MD
Christi Herrington Kathleen McGuire Robert Homchick
Christian Eaton Kathleen Motteler Robert Kelly
Christina Lopinto Kathryn Greenberg, DO Robert Klein
Christina Newton Kathryn Visser Robert Medlow, Jr
Christine McNamara Kathy Feist Robyn Homa
Christopher Johnson Katie Mayhew Rolanda Parker
Cindy Goforth Katina Maier Rollen Subia
Cindy Hallock Katrina Ashlock Ron Cohen, MN & Perlas Sapida
Cindy Rose Kawailani Kaneali'i Rosalyn Parsons
Cody O'Connor Kelechi Odoh Rosanna Ramos
Colleen Henken Kelly Cattan Roxann Robinson
Connie Grace Kelly Crowe Guiberson Ruri Lee
Connie Renggli Kelly Keeton Ruth Nutter
Cory Downey Kendra Hahn Sally Rochelle
Cuong Ho Kenneth Kenyon, Jr Sam Chao, MD
Cynthia & Richard Turrubiate Kenneth Reger, MD Sam Chun, MD
Cynthia Mcgary Keri Poe Sandeep Kaur
Cynthia Nunez Chozo Kerry Francis Sandeep Khaira
Daisy Li Kiana Ashlee-Nicole Sandra Eschner
Dan Lam Kierra Chisolm Sara Hloshyk
Dana Neuts Kim & Eric Nett Sarah Benton
Dani Dutro Kim Higgins Saungjun Mcclure Kelly
Daniel Brelsford, MD Kim Nett Sevila Tedorova
Daniel Simon, MD Kimberley Herner, MD Shammi Mohamed & Shahina Banthanavasi
Dannelly Saladino Kimberly Back Shannon Huffaker
Danyel Fisher Kimberly Bode Sharel Miller
Daria Knyaz Kimberly Cossey Sharon Calma
David Goldstein Kimberly Fernandez-Jones Sharon Felton
David Orange, II Kimberly Miller Shekiba Gung
David Showalter Kimberly Seid Shelly Toyer
David Smith Kimberly Unti Shelly Webb
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Davide Scherer Kirsten Warmington Staci Lyons
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Debbie & Gary Coons Kris Atkisson Stephanie Brockmann
Debbie Bentley Kris Nakanishi Stephanie Cootsona
Debbie Standard Kristen Volcke Stephanie Flores
Deborah & Devitt Barnett Kristin Bidwell Stephanie Henley
Deborah Buchwach Kristina Sparkman Steven Schoenecker, MD
Deborah Harris Kristine Nicholson Steven Stwan
Deloris Woods Kristine-Mae Haidinyak Suk Yoon
Denise Bender Krysta Koenig Surjit Nijjar
Denise Robertson Lacy McDonald Suruj Singh
Desirae Searing Lai Ha Wong Susan Bagley
Diana Asahara Lake Hudson Susan Sandell
Diana Jedlicka Lamin Fatty Susitina Pauu
Diane Guglielmetti Lara Wilmore Suzanne Barringer
Dilyara Bacon Larysa Snitko Sylvia Alonzo Cousino
Divjot Kaur Latricia Collins Tadla Wubie
Dolly Alex-Wasielewski Laura George Tamara Hagreen
Donald Ruckman Laura Le Tammy Scott
Donelle Chandler Laura Matheson Tanya Rizzo
Donna Kahue Kane Laura O'Neil Tara & Trevor Lanz
Donna OMeara Laurel Silveira Tara Sullivan
Doris Ng Lauren Smilde Terrenez Chan
Drew Gremmert Lauren Steele Terry Bergener
Drew Hunt Lauren Toney, MD Terry Fitzgerald
Edie Johnson Leah Foley & Michael Hickey The Cornejo Family
Edith Rice Leah Nguyen The Lenes Family
Edwina Brown Lee & Terry Crosier The Mollengberg Family
Eileen Mayer Leonora Hunt The Russ Family
Eimantas Sluskonis Linda & Paul Larson The Speakman Familiy
Elaine Liu Linda Allord Theresa Braungardt
Elisha Jensen Linda Pristas Tiffany Grant
Elizabeth & Gary Kohlwes Linda Wilson Tigist Aschenaki
Elizabeth Burns Lindsey Lambert Timothy Henderson
Elizabeth James Lindsey Randall Tina & Cory McDonough
Elizabeth Mira Vorhoff Lindsey Whitney Tina Armstrong
Elizabeth Scholzen Lindy Dillingham, PharmD Tina Ashford
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Emily Noack Lisa Dyrdahl Toni Wolcott
Emmerlee & William Park, MD Lisa Gillin Tracey Smith
Enana Takele Lisa Hewson Tsehainesh Ghebreisus
Eric Nett Lisa Rogers Tun Chan
Erin Aboudara Liz & James Nolan Veronique Hval
Evan Slack Lori Bickford Vickey Wilson
Evelyn Raitano Lori Richardson Vicki Kennerud
Evelyn Wilson Louise Kinnay Vicki Orrico
Eyerusalem Demmlash Luanne Swett Lachance Victoria Binns
Feba Biju Luis Lomeli Vijay Gounder
Feride Aydin Luu Phan Vijay Naicker
Feven Kahsay Lynn Scherer Vince Capelli
Frank Fung Madelaine Maratita Vincent Quinby
Frank Ho Madeline Greenwood Vinesh Naicker
Frank Wimberly Maggie Oppenheim Wayne Dong
Garrett Sato Mamassa Wague Wayne Manuel
Gayle Jewett Mandeep & Amritpal Sandhu, MD Weena Peterson
Geena Lingam Mara Barrios Wendy & John Anderson
Gena Trimble Margaret Mehl Wendy & Jon Nagasawa
Genet Tewolde Margaret Russ William Park
George Dolack Mari Foucaultt William Whitaker
Gina Vinson Mariama Dukureh Xuyen Ho
Glenda Gamit Marianne Houlne Yelena Gerasimova
Gordon Greenman, MD Maricelle Jiminez Yu Tang
Gregory Conner Marie Goines Zekia Beshir
Gurjinder Kaur Marie Nason Zeva Herzog
Hanna Weldesmayat Marites Nito  

 

 

American Solutions for Business Incyte Pathology T-Mobile Us, Inc.
Associated Emergency Physicians Laboratory Corp of America Tumor Institute Radiation
Oncology Group, LLP (TIROG)
Barbara F Johnson Charitable Gift Fund Maple Valley Rotary UW Medicine/Valley Medical
Center Medical Staff
CBRE, Inc. Microsoft Corporation Valley Girls & Guys
Chateau, LLC Nuance Communications, Inc. Valley's Marketing Department
Dell Technologies,
Healthcare & Life Science
PayPal Giving Fund VIET-WAH Group
Epic Systems Corporation Stickman Leather Volunteers in Action
Grace Registry Services LLC Stwan & Company Advertising, Inc. Washington Academy of
Physician Assistants
Incyte Diagnostics The Starry Night Fund  

 

 

Recent Construction Updates

 

Valley Medical Center, also known as Public Hospital District No. 1 of King County, is a 501(c)(3) organization.
All gifts are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Our federal tax identification number is 91-6000986.

Questions? Please contact: 
Carrie Murayama, Director of Philanthropy
and Volunteer Services, or call 425.690.5956.

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Valley Girls & Guys President Tina McDonough shares how the new facility will, “save lives and change cancer care in South King County.”  

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City of Kent Mayor Dana Ralph shares how, "Valley was here for me and that story replays itself every single day for the residents of South King County"

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Patient Jon Nagasawa shares how his caregivers at Valley became his second family on his journey to recovery.