Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute
Miami Cancer Institute brings to South Florida access to personalized clinical treatments and comprehensive support services delivered with unparalleled compassion.
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Why Choose Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute
At Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute, you’ll find compassionate experts who understand that cancer care is deeply personal. Every decision we make, from diagnosis through survivorship, is guided by your goals, comfort, and quality of life.
We bring together world-class specialists and the most advanced treatment options available in South Florida. Our multidisciplinary team works side by side under one roof to deliver coordinated, whole-person care so you can focus on healing, not logistics.
What Sets Us Apart
- Comprehensive support for body, mind, and spirit.
- Integrative therapies: acupuncture, massage, exercise, nutrition guidance.
- Patient Navigation helps coordinate personalized cancer care.
- Cancer Connect links patients and survivors across South Florida.
- Survivorship Program focuses on wellness and long-term recovery.
Clinical Trials
Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute can provide access to clinical trials not widely available elsewhere. Clinical trials find new ways to treat and diagnose cancer and are ongoing. If an appropriate trial is available, we will talk to you about the benefits and risks.
Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute Achieves AAHRPP Accreditation
The Association for Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs has recognized Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute for promoting ethically sound and safe human subject research practices.
Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute has been awarded full accreditation by the Association for Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP), after having completed the accreditation process with zero deficiencies. This is a significant achievement and a testament to our commitment to the highest standards in promoting ethically sound and safe human subject research practices.
Top-Notch Cancer Care Near You
We’re Florida's only member of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance. That means our physicians collaborate with national cancer care leaders to give patients the best cancer care, right here at home. We also share knowledge to improve cancer care now and for future generations.
Transforming Cancer Care with Innovation, Expertise, and Compassion
At Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute, we bring together world-class physicians, cutting-edge technology, and pioneering research — all rooted in compassionate, patient-centered care. Our mission is to push the boundaries of what’s possible in cancer treatment and to give every patient access to breakthroughs, hope, and healing.
Dedicated Physicians Delivering Comprehensive Care
Active Clinical Trials Exploring New Therapies
Infusion Visits Annually at Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute
Diagnostic Procedures Performed Each Year
Manuel Ozambela, M.D.
Physician Spotlight
Manuel Ozambela, Jr., M.D., is a urologic surgical oncologist at Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute. He specializes in the treatment of cancers that arise from the genitourinary system (urinary and reproductive systems), including kidney, bladder, prostate, testicular and penile cancers. He is fluent in English and Spanish. Dr. Ozambela is a South Florida native and enjoys spending time with his growing family when not taking care of patients.