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UW Health l Carbone Cancer Center

We offer advanced cancer treatments in Madison, South Central Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.

UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center holds the unique distinction of being the only comprehensive cancer center in Wisconsin, as designated by the National Cancer Institute, the lead federal agency for cancer research. An integral part of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health and UW Health, the Carbone Cancer Center unites more than 280 physicians and scientists who work together in translating discoveries from research laboratories into new treatments that benefit cancer patients. Our mission is primarily achieved through research programs that bring scientists together from many different disciplines. More than 30,000 people are seen annually for diagnosis, therapy, follow-up care or consultations at UW Hospital and Clinics , as well as our other clinical locations. UW Hospital and Clinics is consistently in the top 25 of 50 hospitals providing the best cancer care and research efforts in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Hospitals", which is published annually. Daily we are reaching out to residents of Wisconsin and beyond - providing them with important health education messages. From technical assistance to educational programs, the UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center provides a bridge between new research discoveries and their application in the community.

04/01/2026

Dr. Christian Capitini has been named the new director of UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center, marking an important phase in advancing an integrated strategy for cancer care, discovery and collaboration across UW Health and the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.

This next chapter for the center will implement a bold vision for the future of Carbone, accelerating research discoveries into clinical practice and aligning education, research, and patient care.

A distinguished physician-scientist and professor of pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dr. Capitini treats pediatric cancer patients in clinic and innovates new immunotherapy treatments in his lab. He specializes in developing chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cells, therapies that have been crucial in treating blood cancers, and he has been collaborating on research to expand that therapy’s effectiveness to additional cancer types.

“The power of Carbone’s ability to advance our fight against cancer lies in our extraordinary people who are driven to discover and evaluate new treatments, train the next generation, and promote cancer prevention and screening efforts. My top priority is ensuring we continue to lead and grow while ultimately providing our patients with the best and most innovative care possible,” Dr. Capitini says.

03/31/2026

For 23 years, the volunteer-run Greater Richland Area Cancer Elimination, Inc. (Walk with G.R.A.C.E.) has raised more than $5.4 million to provide aid to local cancer patients, as well as fund local cancer clinic upgrades, prevention education and research at institutions including UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center.

“We know that cancer research is a way to help people for the future,” says Allen Kaszubski, a member of GRACE’s Board of Directors. “By funding research, we're hopeful to lessen the burden on people that get diagnosed with cancer, and hopefully someday, there will actually be a true cure for cancer.”

At UW Carbone, that fundraising has supported research into cancers caused by viruses, including human papillomavirus (HPV). A key tool in preventing these cancers is the HPV vaccine. Over the years, GRACE has donated nearly $1 million to support UW Carbone research endeavors.

03/27/2026

Dr. Travis Daniel stresses that support is available to cancer patients for emotional distress that comes with a diagnosis.

03/25/2026

Come see cancer research in action at our annual Open House on Sunday, April 12. Tour our research labs, receive a free give-away, visit with Bucky, enjoy Babcock ice cream and more. FREE and open to the public.

03/19/2026

Sam Spanbauer has been a nurse practitioner in oncology care at the UW Health Breast Center for over 2 years. Sam finds oncology care unique—navigating difficult medical cases while at the same time connecting with patients on a personal level.

Sam works with patients undergoing active breast cancer treatment, as well as those in survivorship and participating in clinical trials. The role includes assessing, evaluating and treating symptoms and side effects related to chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapies. Beyond clinical care, Sam provides compassionate support and thoughtful guidance to help patients navigate the physical and emotional challenges of an incredibly difficult diagnosis. As Sam shares, “I love building lasting relationships with my patients while providing them with continuity of care.”

Fun fact: Sam has a goal to take at least one international travel trip each year.

03/05/2026

🎳A massive THANK YOU to the 1,000+ bowlers who took over 9 different centers for our 25th annual Bowlin’ for Colons! Because you showed up with heart (and some serious strikes), we officially raised a phenomenal $92,600 for groundbreaking colon cancer research.

🫶 Every dollar makes a difference. You can still support this event by visiting: https://uw.health/4k2rt1w

02/26/2026

Glioblastomas are one of the most common, yet most aggressive, forms of brain cancer. Unfortunately, treatment options are limited and patients usually die within a few years of diagnosis. Brain cancers are more difficult to access and less prevalent than other cancers, leading to less research and fewer therapeutic developments.

Dr. Mahua Dey is hoping to fill this gap. She’s developing a vaccine that trains the immune system to fight new growth of glioblastoma. This treatment would be given after tumor removal surgery with the goal of stopping the cancer from returning. This is particularly important for glioblastoma, which has a nearly 100% recurrence rate because it is impossible to completely remove all the microscopic disease with surgery.

“One of the biggest issues with brain cancer is that no matter what we do, it always comes back,” Dr. Dey says. “We can't stop you from getting a brain tumor at this time, but once you have one, we can train your immune cells to kill it before it's ready to become a tumor again.”

Her lab creates the vaccine using a patient’s own tumor cells, which are genetically modified to create an immune memory boosting signal that helps the immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells.

02/23/2026

For cancer patients and caretakers, establishing a mutual goal is essential, says cancer health psychologist Travis Daniel.

02/12/2026

What if two powerful cancer treatments could work better together?

At UW Carbone Cancer Center, researcher Dr. Quaovi Sodji is exploring a new way to strengthen cell therapies by pairing them with radiopharmaceuticals, precision radiation designed to seek out cancer cells.

With promising preclinical results in neuroblastoma and potential to expand into adult cancers, this research could help unlock more effective and personalized cancer treatments in the years ahead.

Learn more:https://uw.health/45m8gC4

02/10/2026

Do you think you could beat our UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center team at bowling? 🎳

Careful… we’ve got a ringer in our midst. This throwback photo features one of our doctors taking home a bowling trophy back in the day. The question is… who is it? 👀

Drop your guess in the comments and see if you can spot the champ. Then join us for Bowlin for Colons on March 1 and show us what you’ve got. Register today: https://uw.health/45aW86M

02/06/2026

Attention book lovers! We're collecting new or gently used books for our cancer patients. These books are especially appreciated when patients are here for cancer treatments.

Please deliver books to UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center at 600 Highland Ave., room K4/220 (attention Katie W).

02/04/2026

Today, we recognize World Cancer Day - a time to honor the strength of our patients, the dedication of our clinical staff and the memory of those lost. Pictured is our clinical team from UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center Rockford. 🌍🔬⚛️

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600 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI
53792

Telephone

+16082651700

Website

https://www.uwhealth.org/services/cancer

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