Celebrating the holidays at MD Anderson

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At MD Anderson, you're considered a cancer survivor the moment you receive a cancer diagnosis. And, we consider caregivers survivors, too. This National Cancer Survivors' Day, our employees share messages for our survivors to honor their strength, courage and resilience. Learn how MD Anderson is celebrating cancer survivors with a week of special virtual events: Request an appointment at MD Anderson by calling 1-877-632-6789 or online:

MD Anderson's employee choir performs holiday songs, bringing the joy of the season to our patients, volunteers and employees. Request an appointment at MD Anderson by calling 1-877-632-6789 or online:

Each year, MD Anderson Cancer Center employees design wreaths for auction Proceeds benefit the Adopt-a-Patient/Family Program that supports MD Anderson patients and their families during cancer treatment. In 2022, designers crafted more than 130 wreaths of all shapes, sizes and themes, from Disney and holiday treats to Star Wars and the Astros. Some come with swag, including sports memorabilia, collector’s items, special holiday ornaments, gift cards and jewelry. View all of the wreaths and bid on your favorites until noon on Friday, Dec. 9:

The MD Anderson employee choir remotely sings “Deck, Deck the Halls” to spread some holiday cheer during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The choir features more than 100 singers from all over MD Anderson who give their time and talent through several performances every year. Request an appointment at MD Anderson by calling 1-877-632-6789 or online at:

MD Anderson’s 2020 Adopt-a-Patient/Family Wreath Auction raises money to support MD Anderson patients in need. All wreaths up for auction were designed by MD Anderson employees. Last year, 206 wreaths raised more than $28,000 for our Adopt-a-Patient/Family Program. The top wreath, Tiffany Blue Bow Box Wreath, went for $1,355. Visit mdanderson.org/wreathauction to view the wreaths online and place your bid before noon on Friday, Dec. 11.

Each year, MD Anderson Cancer Center employees design wreaths for auction Proceeds benefit the Adopt-a-Patient/Family Program that supports MD Anderson patients and their families during cancer treatment. In 2019, employees crafted more than 200 wreaths of all shapes, sizes and themes, from Frozen and football to Pokemon and puppies. Some come with swag, including hand-crafted silver belt buckles, gift cards and jewelry. View all of the wreaths and bid on your favorites until noon on Friday, Dec. 13:

MD Anderson Cancer Center and MD Anderson Children’s Art Project wish you and your loved ones a holiday season filled with peace, hope and love. Learn about MD Anderson Children’s Art Project: ChildrensArt.org

As we embark on 2019, MD Anderson Cancer Center wishes our patients, survivors, caregivers, donors, friends, supporters and employees a happy New Year. May your 2019 be filled with love, peace, happiness and good health. Request an appointment at MD Anderson by calling 1-877-632-6789 or by completing an online self-referral:

From president Peter WT Pisters, M.D., and all of us at MD Anderson Cancer Center: we wish you and your loved ones a safe, restful and happy holiday season. We are grateful for our 22,000 employees, as well as our donors, supporters, and the patients and families who trust us with their care. Request an appointment at MD Anderson by calling 1-877-632-6789 or online: