Huntington Cancer Center

Caregiver Spotlight.

Huntington Hospital has a long-standing tradition of caring for our patients with dignity and compassion when they are most vulnerable. At Huntington Cancer Center, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai Cancer, this compassion in action is on display every day among our team of renowned cancer specialists — each of whom provide a whole-person, patient-centered approach to care. Philanthropic gifts from our community help support this team of dedicated professionals, and the remarkable work they do, in the fight against cancer.

Thanks to our recent affiliation with Cedars-Sinai Cancer, we recently welcomed nine cancer specialists to our cancer program to care for patients right here, in Pasadena. These cancer surgeons and oncologists bring their expertise to Huntington Cancer Center, and provide patients with innovative treatment options and access to Cedars-Sinai clinical trials. In addition to these clinicians, we are also proud to continue offering a comprehensive support program, including specialized nurse navigators who work with patients every step of the way. And, our expanding cancer program will include a new location for our infusion center and, as always, offer extensive support services, including an integrative oncology program.

Pictured front row (from left): Yuan Yuan, MD, Tina Wang, MD, Tiffany Shaw, MD, Ramona Kyaw, MD, and second row (from left): Jeannie Shen, MD, James Andersen, MD, Amy Polverini, MD, Alicia Terando, MD. Not photographed: Ruth Williamson, MD

Our cancer team is led by medical director Howard Kaufman, MD, a cancer specialist who has practiced at Huntington for 17 years. Dr. Kaufman is board-certified in general surgery, trained in gastrointestinal surgery and a leader in the field of colorectal surgery. He was the first surgeon on the West Coast to perform a single port laparoscopic colon resection. Dr. Kaufman earned his medical degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency in surgery at the same institution.

“We are grateful that so many of the San Gabriel Valley’s best cancer specialists have chosen to join Huntington Cancer Center,” Dr. Kaufman says. “Their expertise is already greatly benefiting our patients and community. They join a team that is committed to making a difference in the lives of our patients. We are united in our desire to save lives.”

Howard Kaufman, MD