As a physician joining UC Davis Health at Marshall Cancer Center, you'll become part of Northern California's only academic health system, bringing extraordinary expertise to a community setting. UC Davis Health combines the resources and research capabilities of a world-class academic medical center with the personalized care environment of community-based practice. This unique integration creates an exceptional platform for your career, allowing you to deliver cutting-edge care while maintaining meaningful connections with patients and colleagues.
The Marshall Cancer Center represents a significant investment in bringing comprehensive cancer care to El Dorado County, designed with both patient comfort and clinical excellence in mind. As you walk through the facility, you'll immediately notice the thoughtful layout that integrates all aspects of cancer care under one roof – from diagnosis and treatment to supportive services. This integrated approach eliminates the fragmented experience common in many cancer programs and creates a seamless journey for patients during a challenging time in their lives.
Your practice will be connected to the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Network, one of only about 56 cancer centers in the U.S. designated as "comprehensive" by the National Cancer Institute. The Marshall Cancer Center is an integral part of this network, offering patients access to cutting-edge treatments and clinical trials while remaining close to home.
The Marshall Cancer Center is part of Marshall Medical Center, an independent, non-profit, community-owned healthcare system that has served El Dorado County since 1959. The 125-bed hospital in Placerville (just 12 miles from the Cancer Center) provides a full range of services including emergency, critical care, surgical services, and inpatient care.
Unlike facilities owned by large corporate healthcare systems, Marshall Medical Center is governed by a local board of directors consisting of community members, ensuring that decisions are made with the community's best interests in mind. The hospital's independent status allows for local decision-making and responsiveness to physician and patient needs without layers of corporate bureaucracy. At the same time, the affiliation with UC Davis provides access to the resources of an academic medical center, creating an ideal balance of community focus and clinical sophistication.
UC Davis Health is recognized for its commitment to innovation, quality, and inclusivity. As part of this forward-thinking organization, you'll have opportunities to participate in groundbreaking initiatives while delivering exceptional patient care.
What makes the Marshall Cancer Center truly special is the integration of comprehensive support services that address all aspects of cancer care. Two nurse navigators guide patients through their cancer journey, while social workers, financial navigators, and a dietitian provide specialized support. The center offers numerous supportive programs including support groups, art therapy, sound bowl therapy, and Pilates classes designed specifically for cancer patients. This holistic approach to cancer care creates an environment where patients feel supported throughout their journey.
By joining the UC Davis Health team at Marshall Cancer Center, you'll practice in a facility that perfectly combines the best of community cancer care with academic resources, allowing you to provide comprehensive, personalized care in a setting designed for both clinical excellence and human connection, while being part of a healthcare system that truly combines the best of academic medicine with community-centered care.