Cancer Care Accreditations

American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer Accredited

Our cancer program is proud to be accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC). This national recognition is only awarded to cancer programs that meet the highest standards for quality and comprehensive care.

For our patients, this means:

• Your care is guided by a team of specialists who work together on every step of your treatment plan.

• You have access to advanced treatment options, clinical trials, and supportive services.

• We focus not only on treatment, but also on prevention, early detection, survivorship, and palliative care.

• Our outcomes and quality of care are measured against national benchmarks to ensure the best possible results.

With this accreditation, patients can trust they are receiving cancer care that is both nationally recognized and deeply rooted in compassionate service.

American College of Surgeons Breast Center Accredited

Our Breast Center is accredited by the American College of Surgeons National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). This distinction reflects our mission to heal our patients, inspire wellness, and serve with compassion through:

• Coordinated, team-based breast care

• Access to advanced imaging, treatments, and clinical trials

• Comprehensive support from screening through survivorship

This accreditation ensures every patient receives expert, compassionate care guided by the highest national standards.

Accredited Rectal Cancer Program
Elliot Health System is pleased to announce that it is the first hospital in New Hampshire to achieve accreditation from the American College of Surgeons National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC). The NAPRC requires rectal cancer programs to use a multidisciplinary, holistic approach to improving rectal cancer care. This program is based on international models that lead to better outcomes for patients, including the reduction in recurrence rates, better quality of life, improved function, and increased survival.

DNV Healthcare Accreditation

DNV Healthcare delivers quality accreditation services focused on consistency, collaboration, and continuous improvement which provides healthcare organizations with a clear framework for required compliance of patient safety and quality of care. The DNV accreditation program directly addresses regulatory requirements for hospitals as approved by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) with an approach that integrates proven quality and risk management principles. Additionally, all DNV accredited hospitals must comply with ISO Quality Management principles, raising the bar on hospital accreditation.

ACR Designated Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center 
Elliot Health System is proud to be named an American College of Radiology Designated Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center. Organizations who have earned this distinction have demonstrated excellence in breast imaging by successfully achieving accreditation in mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound, ultrasound-guided breast biopsy and MRI accreditation in the breast module.

American College of Radiology Accredited in Radiation Oncology

Our imaging and oncology services are accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR), recognizing our commitment to the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and quality. This accreditation ensures patients receive trusted, expert care supported by advanced technology and a compassionate team.

ACR Designated Lung Cancer Screening Center 

We are proud to be recognized as an ACR Designated Lung Cancer Screening Center. This designation is awarded to facilities that meet strict requirements for high-quality, safe, and effective lung cancer screening. Patients can be confident they have access to leading-edge imaging and coordinated care that supports early detection and better outcomes.

GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer Screening CoE

Our program is honored to be named a Lung Cancer Screening Center of Excellence by the GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer. This recognition highlights our dedication to early detection, timely diagnosis, and patient-centered care.