The University of Rochester (N.Y.) Medical Center and Pluta Cancer Center in Rochester, N.Y., announced they have signed a memorandum of understanding that may lead to a merger.
Under the proposed partnership, the treatment, research and clinical trials available at URMC's Wilmot Cancer Center would combine with the patient-centered care at Pluta Cancer Center to enhance cancer care in the community.
Officials from URMC and Pluta Cancer Center said a formal agreement may take several months to finalize, according to the release. The proposed merger would be subject to regulatory approval.
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Under the proposed partnership, the treatment, research and clinical trials available at URMC's Wilmot Cancer Center would combine with the patient-centered care at Pluta Cancer Center to enhance cancer care in the community.
Officials from URMC and Pluta Cancer Center said a formal agreement may take several months to finalize, according to the release. The proposed merger would be subject to regulatory approval.
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