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MSK Community Engagement
MSK is Committed to Our Communities
MSK is ending cancer for life through research, care, and education. To help end cancer care disparities and build healthier communities, MSK is creating innovative partnerships and programs throughout New York City, New Jersey, Westchester, and Long Island.
Advancing Health Equity
MSK programs address health disparities and improve cancer care outcomes for all.
We offer case management services for immigrants with cancer at hospitals in New York City, and conduct research to identify and alleviate the most significant barriers to obtaining cancer treatment.
The AcT program proactively addresses patient portalprogram proactively addresses patient portal, telehealth, and other telemedicine barriers for vulnerable breast cancer and other patients, in their own language.
Learn how the MSK Ralph Lauren Center brings high-quality cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment to residents of Harlem and surrounding communities.
Engaging Our Neighbors
MSK provides resources, education, and referrals for the community.
Through meaningful engagement with community stakeholders and neighbors and a deep data review, we can identify and prioritize the health needs of the communities MSK serves.
The community mural is displayed on portions of East 66th and 67th Streets and York Avenue, surrounding The Kenneth C. Griffin Pavilion construction site.
The Ratner Early Detection Initiative draws from MSK’s deep experience in cancer science and discovery, community engagement, and compassionate patient care.
MSK is a proud supporter of HealthyNYC, New York City’s vision for improving life expectancy among residents.
MSK President and CEO on Achieving Health Equity
Dr. Selwyn Vickers, President and CEO of MSK, shares his vision of a future with equal access and better outcomes for all. In this podcast, Dr. Vickers’ shares his philosophy on achieving health equity, from restoring trust in the system, to overcoming racial bias, to improving people’s access to top hospitals like MSK.
