Name: Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
Address: Fort Myers, FL

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute Headquarters Location

Fort Myers, FL

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About Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

Recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Over the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation.* Trained in such prestigious medical schools and research institutes as Duke, Stanford, Harvard, Emory, MD Anderson, and Memorial Sloan Kettering, our physicians are consistently ranked nationally as Top Doctors by U.S. News & World Report.FCS has built a national reputation for excellence that is reflected in exceptional and compassionate patient care, driven by innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies and advanced treatments, including targeted therapies, genomic-based treatment and immunotherapy. Our values are embodied by our outstanding team of highly trained and dedicated physicians, clinicians, and staff.

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Our Mission

Centered on you, inspired by hope, powered by science and innovation.

Our Vision

To be the world-class provider of cancer care, delivering innovation, excellence and a personalized experience to patients in the communities we live and serve.

Our Values

Patient First keeping the patient at the center of everything we do
Accountability taking responsibility for our actions
Commitment & Care upholding FCS vision through every action
Team working together, one team, one mission

What It Means to work for FCS, Nate Walker, CEO

Nate Walcker, CEO, shares his journey in healthcare and what it means to work for Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, an organization focused on changing lives.

FCS Clinical Research Coordinator III - Heather Rieth, RN, OCN

FCS Clinical Research Coordinator III, Heather Rieth, RN, OCN, shares her journey to becoming an oncology nurse.

FCS Patient, Bridgett Riley

World Champion Boxer, Kickboxer, and stuntwoman Bridgett Riley is the epitome of a fighter on and off-screen.
She credits her faith, family, friends, and her oncologist, Dr. Rebecca Kosloff, for helping her through the biggest fight of her life.

Build your Physician Career at Florida Cancer Specialists

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for providing world-class cancer care in community settings. Our physicians are passionate about providing convenient access to the most advanced cancer treatment, going above the standard level of care by applying innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, targeted therapies, genomic-based treatment, and immunotherapy.

FCS Patient, Amy Rodriguez

Meet Amy Rodriguez. A U.S. Army National Guard Staff Sergeant, an inspirational hero, mother, and breast cancer fighter. She is a patient of Dr. David Wright at Florida Cancer Specialists.

Tammy Harden - Head Nurse, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

Tammy Harden - Head Nurse, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

Bradenton Ribbon Cutting

FCS is dedicated to providing patients convenient access to world-class care close to home.

We're excited to announce the opening of our brand new Bradenton Cancer Center in Manatee County. The new facility will offer greater comfort and convenience for patients, staff, and visitors.

Learn more: https://flcancer.com/.../florida-cancer-specialists.../

North Port Ribbon Cutting

Recently, FCS opened a new, state-of-the-art cancer center in North Port—one of the fastest-growing cities in Florida. Tuesday evening, FCS executives and senior leadership were joined by The City of North Port - Government representatives, and the outstanding physicians and staff of the new North Port Cancer Center for the official ribbon cutting celebration.

Learn more about the new facility here: https://flcancer.com/.../florida-cancer-specialists.../

FCS 2021 Oncology Nursing Excellence in Patient Care Award

Congratulations to Brandi Riber, RN, recipient of the FCS 2021 Oncology Nursing Excellence in Patient Care Award! Brandi is a member of the FCS Gladiolus clinic team. She was recognized for consistently advocating for her patients and going the extra mile in providing the highest level of care and caring.

Pictured as the FCS Oncology Nursing Excellence in Patient Care Award was presented are (l to r): Vicki Caraway, FCS VP of Nursing & Research, Brandi Riber, RN, Deja Ross-Jenkins, FCS Assistant Director of Nursing, Diane Cope, FCS Director of Nursing

FCS 2021 Oncology Nursing Leadership Award

Alyssa Parrales, RN, OCN was recently presented with the FCS 2021 Oncology Nursing Leadership Award. She was selected by her peers, who praised her superior oncology nursing and leadership skills. Alyssa joined FCS in 2015 and was recently promoted as Nurse Manager at the FCS Naples West clinic. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Pictured at the award presentation are (l to r): Diane Cope, FCS Director of Nursing, Deja Ross-Jenkins, FCS Assistant Director of Nursing, Alyssa Joyce Parrales, RN, OCN and Vicki Caraway, FCS Vice President of Nursing & Research