UPMC Hillman Cancer Centers in Coudersport, Wellsboro, and Williamsport, have earned national recognition for providing high-quality cancer care through the QOPI® Certification Program, a subsidiary of the American Association for Clinical Oncology and an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. This prestigious, three-year certification is awarded to fewer than 300 outpatient oncology practices nationwide that meet rigorous, nationally recognized standards for quality and patient safety.

“This certification reflects the daily work and commitment of our physicians, nurses, and care teams to provide safe, coordinated care that supports patients and families throughout every stage of treatment, close to home,” said Michelle Gaida, director, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centers in North Central Pa. “It reinforces the high standard of care patients in North Central Pennsylvania can expect when they walk through our doors.”

The designation reflects a voluntary, comprehensive evaluation of each practice, including an on-site review of patient care processes, documentation, and chemotherapy safety standards. Launched in 2010, the QOPI® Certification Program reinforces a commitment to continuous quality improvement in cancer care, requiring practices to demonstrate excellence in treatment planning, staff training, and ongoing patient monitoring.

“When a practice earns QOPI certification, it demonstrates a strong commitment to delivering safe, high quality cancer care,” said Lynn M. Schuchter, M.D., FASCO, board chair, American Association for Clinical Oncology. “For patients, this certification adds confidence that their treatment team continually strives to deliver the best possible care.”

This recognition adds to UPMC Hillman Cancer Centers in North Central Pa.’s existing accreditations from nationally recognized organizations, including the American College of Surgeons, the American College of Radiation Oncology, and the American College of Radiology.

To learn more about UPMC Hillman Cancer Center services in North Central Pennsylvania, go to UPMC.com/CancerNCPA.