Follow @Bronxvoice1 Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center (MECCC) continues to rank among the nation’s top cancer centers, earning Three-Year Accreditation once again from the Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). One of the most respected and prestigious designations for cancer care, this continuous accreditation builds on MECCC earning comprehensive status from the National Cancer Institute in 2023. The CoC surveyor noted MECCC as “exceptional,” providing top marks for commitment to research, surgical excellence and nursing continuing education—all critical components to providing the very best cancer care. Established in 1922 by the American College of Surgeons, the CoC is a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving patient outcomes and quality of life for cancer patients. To earn CoC accreditation, a center must meet or exceed 38 quality care standards, be evaluated e...