Murtha Cancer Center - Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Oncology (Cancer Care) • Oakland, MD
About
Summary: - The John P. Murtha Cancer Center is part of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, which itself operates under the TRICARE system. - The Murtha Center focuses on comprehensive, tailored cancer care for service members, veterans, and beneficiaries, aligning treatment with patients’ military-connected needs. - Recent highlights emphasize survivorship support, personalized oncology care, and the Center’s commitment to resilience and unity (as reflected in observances like Cancer Survivorship Day and Juneteenth-related messaging). Note: The provided page is a general TRICARE/Walter Reed site reference and does not indicate Oakland-specific facilities or programs. If you’re seeking Murtha Center services in Oakland, please confirm whether you’re looking for information on a specific facility, remote/telehealth options, or transfer/appointment pathways, and I can refine with targeted details.
Clinic Type
Oncology (Cancer Care)
Address
Murtha Cancer Center America Zone, Building 19, Level 3 8901 Rockville Pike Bethesda, MD 20889
Phone
Breast Care Center: 301-295-3899; Breast Imaging: 301-319-8502; Cancer Genetics: 301-319-2376; Dermatologic Oncology: 301-295-4551; Gynecologic Oncology: 301-400-1258; Hematology Oncology: 301-319-2100; Infusion Room: 301-319-2170; Orthopaedic Oncology: 301-319-8712; Pediatric Oncology: 301-400-1664; Prostate Oncology: 301-319-2900; Radiation Oncology: 301-295-5000; Surgical Oncology: 301-319-2316; Urologic Oncology: 301-295-1784
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Opening Hours
Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What accreditations does the John P. Murtha Cancer Center hold?
The center holds six accreditations across all aspects of the cancer center, including Commission on Cancer (Academic Comprehensive Cancer Center), National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) with maximum years renewal, FACT, CAP Biorepository Accreditation, Breast Imaging Center of Excellence (American College of Radiology), and Testicular and Germ Cell Cancer Center of Excellence.
What are the Murtha Cancer Center’s patient care hours?
Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where is the Murtha Cancer Center located?
Murtha Cancer Center America Zone, Building 19, Level 3, 8901 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20889
Awards & Accreditations
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD (John P Murtha Cancer Center At Walter Reed Bethesda): No patient reviews / rating not available (shows “Be the first to leave a review” and 0 polls) (0)
- VitalS (John P Murtha Cancer Center At Walter Reed Bethesda): No overall patient rating shown (prompts “Be first to leave a review”) (Not provided)
- U.S. News (Oncologists at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center): Patient Experience: 4 / 5 (19 reviews)
Patients praise
- Patient stories describing care as excellent/amazing and teams that listen to questions and concerns
- Recognition/accreditations and a patient-centered approach claimed by the center
- Second-opinion experience described as collaborative and supportive
Common complaints
- No substantial complaint themes found in the provided sources; WebMD/Vitals pages indicate no patient reviews were available to analyze
"“The team approach sat well with me, along with the entire team listening to my questions, ideas for care and their willingness to try alternative care options like acupuncture for symptom management.”"
— DVIDS article about a Walter Reed breast cancer survivor’s second opinion at the John P. Murtha Cancer Center"Melinda DeLoatch-Speight described her care as “amazing” from her multi-disciplinary team at the John P. Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center."
— DVIDS article celebrating cancer survivors and “presidential care”"“Be your own advocate, make lists to help keep you on track…”"
— DVIDS article (same as first quote)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- The Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed Receives Commission on Cancer Accreditation Certificate > Walter Reed National Military Medical Center > Articles — Jan 20, 2026
- Walter Reed's Murtha Center Receives Commission on Cancer Accreditation Certificate — Jan 21, 2026
- Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed hosts Blood Cancer Summit > Walter Reed National Military Medical Center > Articles — Feb 9, 2026
- Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed: Leaders in ovarian disease treatment, research - DHA.mil — Dec 9, 2025
- Cancer summit at Walter Reed focuses on prevention, warrior readiness > Walter Reed National Military Medical Center > Articles — Dec 18, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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