WELCOME TO THE NAEF K. BASILE CANCER
INSTITUTE
The Naef K. Basile Cancer Institute (NKBCI) at the American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC) is a state-of-the-art adult cancer facility providing comprehensive cancer treatment and research.
The Institute was established through the generous contribution of the Naef K. Basile Foundation. The late Lebanese-American physician’s lifelong wish was to give back to his country of birth, founding an institute that would compare with the best cancer centers in the world.
The NKBCI relies on multidisciplinary specialized teams to diagnose and treat cancer and fosters health education programs to raise awareness on cancer prevention and early diagnosis.
THE NEW GENOMIC PROFILING PROGRAM
The newly established GENOMIC PROFILING PROGRAM welcomes patients, opening the door to Precision Medicine, a new era in medical care.
Consult with your NKBCI Hematology-Oncology physician for recommended referrals.
Consult the Genomic Profiling Program for more info.
THE NEW LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE PROGRAM
The Naef K. Basile Institute is pleased to offer Lymphatic Drainage treatment to patients suffering from Lymphadema during their cancer journey.
Consult your physician for recommended treatment and the Lymphatic Drainage Program to learn more.
For appointments: Contact the Physical Therapy Department on 01-315000 ext 6645 – 6648
UPDATED! PATIENT INFORMATION RESOURCES
Newly published guide on Lung Cancer in English and Arabic and many more on Healthy Living and Cancer Prevention, Screening for Cancer. Dealing With Cancer, Management and Treatment of different types of Cancers, Tobacco and cancer at our Information Resources page
SCHEDULE AN ONLINE CONSULTATION
Request an online apointment with a Hematology Oncology Specialist or learn how to schedule one through MyAUBHealth.
You can also contact the call center directly on 01- 759 618.
MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
The NKBCI is an exciting and growing institute with leading clinicians, educators, and scientists working together to improve patient care. Our faculty participates in a full-range of academic activities that includes basic science research, clinical research, and teaching. We aspire to be a reference in medical care, leading innovation in the treatment of cancer in Lebanon and the region.
Ali Taher, MD, Ph.D., FRCP
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