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Concepción
Chile
In Chile, cancer is the first cause of death for adults and is responsible for 31,440 deaths and approximately 60,000 new cases each year. The university, local professionals, scientific societies, patient organizations and the government came together to ensure the success of the initiative.
Unlocking cancer care with C/Can
Our work begins with a locally-led needs assessment, bringing together city stakeholders to identify gaps in cancer care through data-driven analysis. By understanding the city's unique context, we saw where intervention is most needed to achieve transformational change in cancer care.
Uncover the gaps
When a city joins the C/Can network, we start by diagnosing the city’s health system, investigating gaps in the city’s cancer care, and building a foundation for change by bringing local stakeholders together to lead the transformation.
Power the system
We co-create a strategic plan and a programme with each city driven by local priorities. Locally-led projects are executed and monitored to ensure lasting impact. When projects conclude, we support cities to sustain and accelerate their progress.
Stories from Concepción
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“City Cancer Challenge has enabled public–private collaboration in Concepción to advance more equitable and higher-quality cancer care.”
Dr. Arturo San Martín Guerra
Head of the Cancer Responsibility Center - Hospital Las Higueras de Talcahuano
“In Concepción, the C/Can CEPF model brought stakeholders together around locally generated evidence and turned it into coordinated action for more timely cancer diagnosis and treatment.”
Dr. Rodrigo Ascui Fernández
Medical Oncologist - Hospital Clínico Regional Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
“Each NAGW identifies priority areas for improvement and, with C/Can expertise, designs programs to strengthen data, improve care quality, and use resources more efficiently — all focused on better outcomes and support for patients and families.”
Dr. Ana María Moraga Palacios
Dean of the Faculty of Medicine - Universidad de Concepción
“By bringing together clinicians, policymakers, patients, academia, and civil society, the Needs Assessment gives Concepción the clarity and confidence to design cancer care solutions that are realistic, relevant, and locally driven.”
Dr. Paola Olate Mellado
Head of the Cancer Responsibility Center - Hospital Clínico Regional Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
“Joining the LPWO second cohort will boost my oncology skills, leadership, and ability to train future generations of women in cancer care.”
Carolina Belmar
Oncology Nurse - BIOCENTER Clinical Research & Trials Center
“Tailored diagnostics and work plans are key to implementing the National Cancer Law and Plan, improving cancer control across regions.”
Dr. Sung H. Kim
Head of the National Agency for Cancer Prevention and Control (ANACAN) - Ministry of Health (MINSAL)
Concepción stakeholders
Ms. Javiera Caballos – SEREMI de Salud Región del Biobío
Dr. Luis Huerta – Comisión Chilena de Energía Nuclear
Dr. Sung Kim – Ministerio de Salud
Sr. Pedro Martínez – Servicio de Salud Concepción
Dr. Jorge Ramos – Servicio de Salud Talcahuano
Sr. Mauricio Jara – Fondo Nacional de Salud (FONASA)
Sra. Paola Arriagada – Superintendencia de Salud
Sr. Claudio Baeza – Hospital Regional de Concepción
Dr. Osvaldo Gaete – Clínica Sanatorio Alemán
Dra. Claudia Azócar – Clínica Andes Salud
Sr. Daniel Arriagada – Clínica ROS – Oncorad (Radioterapia)
Dr. Carlos Saavedra – Universidad de Concepción
Dr. Claudio Concha – Universidad San Sebastián
Dr. Alexis Sala – Nodo de Investigación ANID – CTCI
Dr. Ricarco Godoy – Colegio Químicos Farmacéuticos y Bioquímicos Regional
Dr. Álvaro Llancaqueo – Colegio Médico Regional
E.U. Alejandra Cabrera – Colegio de Enfermeras Regional
E.U. Jonattan Lavín – Hospital Regional de Concepción
Dra. Carolina Delgado – Universidad de Concepción
Dr. Pablo Merino – Hospital Las Higueras
Dr. Rodrigo Ascui – Hospital Regional de Concepción
Ms. Talia Villanueva – Fundación Salvé el Mundo Hoy
Mr. Jonattan Lavín – Hospital Regional de Concepción
Mrs. Piroska Riffo – Servicio de Salud Talcahuano
Mrs. Marcela Tapia – Dirección Zonal Centro Sur FONASA
Mrs. Claudia Cáceres – SEREMI de Salud
Dra. Ana María Moraga – Universidad de Concepción
Dr. Arturo San Martín – Hospital Las Higueras
Dra. Carolina Delgado – Universidad de Concepción – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Dr. Pablo Mucientes – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
BQ. Laura Ramos – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Dr. Martín Einersen – Facultad de Medicina Universidad de Concepción
Dra. Claudia Velásquez – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Dr. Pablo Merino – Hospital Las Higueras
Dr. Rodrigo Ascui – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Dra. Esther Rodríguez – Hospital Las Higueras / Clínica Biobío
Dra. Silvana Vázquez – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Dr. Paola Olate – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Dr. Roberto Piña – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Dr. Rodrigo Torres-Quevedo – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Dra. Kelly San Martín – Hospital Dr. Guillermo Grant Benavente
Mrs. Talia Villanueva – Fundación Salvé el Mundo Hoy
Mrs. Carla Dúmenez – Clínica Sanatorio Alemán
Mrs. Jenniffer Herrera – Hospital Las Higueras de Talcahuano
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