CCCB – Hilo Benioff Medical Center

Aloha! We appreciate your interest in our organization!

Here is some information to help you with your decision.

For more information, please contact our Provider Recruiter.

Our Location

We are located in beautiful Hilo, Hawaii. A family oriented, seaside town located on the Eastside of Hawaii Island. Known as a working man’s town, Hilo’s primary industry is not tourism, but rather industrial contribution to our rapidly growing island. Hilo is known for its focus on family events, sports, agricultural farming, open farmers markets, art, delicious family-owned restaurants and small businesses.

• EHH Cancer Center is located in Hilo, Hawaii and services patients within a 90 mile radius.

• East Hawaii Health is the outpatient branch of Hilo Benioff Medical Center, which is also located in Hilo,
Hawaii.

• Population of Hawaii Island: 200,629 as of 2020.

• Outdoor Activities: soccer, baseball, football, canoe paddling, kayaking, sailing, surfing, hiking, diving,
snorkeling, swimming, horseback riding, hunting, yoga, track and field.

• Attractions: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, Waipio Valley, Pololu Valley,
Hapuna Beach, Mauna Kea Beach.

• Housing: We would be happy to set you up with a guided housing tour to help find the perfect
neighborhood for you.

• Shopping in Hilo: Target, Walmart, Safeway, KTA Superstore, Foodland, Home Depot, True Value, other
retail stores for both essential and non-essential needs.

• Shopping in Kona (located 1 hour from Hilo): Costco, Home Depot, Lowes, Target, Walmart.

• Weather: Lush and beautiful most of the year, Hilo is a rainforest that receives an annual rainfall of around
130 inches . The good news is that within a 60 minute drive you can experience a completely different echo
system like sunny beaches, grassy tundra’s, dry deserts, etc. We have 9 different echo systems to choose
from.

•	EHH Cancer Center is located in Hilo, Hawaii and services patients within a 90 mile radius.
•	East Hawaii Health is the outpatient branch of Hilo Benioff Medical Center, which is also located in Hilo, Hawaii.
•	Population of Hawaii Island: 200,629 as of 2020.
•	Outdoor Activities: soccer, baseball, football, canoe paddling, kayaking, sailing, surfing, hiking, diving, snorkeling, swimming, horseback riding, hunting, yoga, track and field.
•	Attractions: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, Waipio Valley, Pololu Valley, Hapuna Beach, Mauna Kea Beach.
•	Housing: We would be happy to set you up with a guided housing tour to help find the perfect neighborhood for you.
•	Shopping in Hilo: Target, Walmart, Safeway, KTA Superstore, Foodland, Home Depot, True Value, other retail stores for both essential and non-essential needs.
•	Shopping in Kona (located 1 hour from Hilo): Costco, Home Depot, Lowes, Target, Walmart.
•	Weather: Lush and beautiful most of the year, Hilo is a rainforest that receives an annual rainfall of around 130 inches . The good news is that within a 60 minute drive you can experience a completely different echo system like sunny beaches, grassy tundra’s, dry deserts, etc. We have 9 different echo systems to choose from.

Known for its abundant natural beauty, this island is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the great outdoors. Hawaii Island offers a simpler way of life that is less focused on material possessions and more on experiences that connect people with nature. It’s the perfect place for families and individuals who want to explore the wonders of nature and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.

View of Honolii Beach Park, a local favorite surf spot and a neighborhood where some of our providers call home. Photo Credit: Hawaii Tourism Authority

View of Hilo and Hamakua Coast, located minutes from the hospital.
Photo Credit: Hawaii Tourism Authority

Hapuna Beach, ranked the most beautiful beach in America is located 1 hour from Hilo, Hawaii. Photo Credit: Hawaii Tourism Authority

About Our Program

We are the only independently accredited Commission on Cancer (CoC) program on Hawaii Island, where we offer
comprehensive Medical Oncology, Hematology and Radiation Oncology Services.

Medical Oncology/ Hematology

Average number of patients per day: 15-18
Inpatient: 1:3 weekly rotation and shared responsibility
Clinic Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30AM – 4:00PM
Board Certified Medical Oncologists/Hematologists
3 APP’s Medical Oncology/Hematology
18 private treatment bays
ONS certified nursing team
MA’s, LPN’s support for providers
Nurse Navigator
Genetic Counseling
Onsite pharmacy (chemotherapy/immunotherapy mixed onsite)
Onsite CT SIM machine
Onsite laboratory services
PET scans are not currently available on Hawaii Island and are completed on Oahu.
Patient Demographics: Asian, Pacific Islander, Caucasian

Radiation Oncology

Clinic Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30AM – 4:00PM
3 Board Certified Radiation Oncologists
4 Radiation Therapists
1 Dosimetrist
1 Medical Physicist
Nursing and Medical Assistants
1 Varian TrueBeam LINAC
- 3D
- IMRT
- SBRT
- IGRT
- Respiratory Gating

EHHC Cancer Center Building

Treatment bay overlooking garden

Seimens CT Machine conveniently located in EHH Cancer Center

EHHC Cancer Center Pharmacy where chemotherapy is mixed onsite

Cancer Center Waiting Room

Overhead view of treatment room/bays

Varian TrueBeam LINAC

Exam Room in Medical Oncology

Our Organization & Partnerships

East Hawaii Health is the trusted outpatient branch that operates under the umbrella of Hilo Benioff Medical Center. As a non-profit organization, we rely on funding from the State of Hawaii to provide top-notch healthcare services to our community. Recently, we were fortunate to receive a generous donation of $50 million from Marc and Lynne Benioff. This donation will go towards expanding our ICU, a new family birthing center, and establish a neurosurgery program which will be a new service for our organization and island. With these funds, we have also been able to establish new partnerships with Honolulu-based Straub Benioff Medical Center and San Francisco-based UCSF Health to enhance access to specialty care, including oncology and neurosurgery. We are grateful for the support of the community and are committed to providing the best possible care to our patients.

About Hilo Benioff Medical Center

Hilo Benioff Medical Center is a Level III Trauma Center in Hawaii that offers exceptional care to patients in need. Our emergency room is one of the busiest in the state, providing 24-hour care to over 55,000 patients every year. Our medical facility is licensed for 166 acute care beds and 45 long-term care beds. With a team of 1,500 dedicated employees and a medical staff of 250 community physicians, physician assistants, and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, we offer a wide range of services in 33 specialties. Our primary and specialty care clinics are managed under the East Hawaii Health network, which has expanded over the years to better serve our community.

View of Hilo Benioff Medical Center.

About East Hawaii Health

At the East Hawaii Health Clinics, conveniently located on the 20-acre campus of Hilo Benioff Medical Center, we offer a wide range of medical services. From Urgent Care to Primary Care, and specialty care services like Medical Oncology/ Hematology, Radiation Oncology, Gynecologic Surgery, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Orthopedic Surgery, Neurology, Pulmonology, Vascular Surgery, Otolaryngology (ENT), Urology, OB/GYN, Plastic Surgery, and Dermatology. Our team of experienced medical professionals is committed to providing our community with the best possible care in a safe and comfortable environment.

We have the only two cath labs on Hawaii Island, where we
provide life saving interventional services .

Providers Employed with East Hawaii Medical Group

At East Hawaii Health, our providers are more than just employees; they are part of the heart of our organization. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package through our private, non-profit branch, East Hawaii Medical Group (EHMG). Our competitive salaries, health insurance for our providers and their families, and matching 401K all show our commitment to their well-being. Learn more about how we support our team with generous PTO and benefits.

Our Da Vinci robot, fondly named Optimus Prime by our team, is pictured here hard at work. We provide state-of-the-art surgical procedures, including Da Vinci robotic procedures and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.

Leadership Team

Our dedicated leadership team is fully committed to enhancing comprehensive cancer care in East Hawaii. We have demonstrated this commitment by expanding the physical footprint of our EHH Cancer Center, increasing the number of providers on our care team, and hiring additional staff to support them. In addition, we are proud to have achieved Commission on Cancer accreditation, which further validates our commitment to providing the highest quality of care to our patients.

Hospital Leadership

Dan Brinkman, RN, MPA	Chief Executive Officer
Lisa Shiroma, BBA, MBA	Chief Administrative Officer
Stephen Reidy, MD	Chief Physician Executive
Kathleen Katt, MD	Chief Medical Officer & Physician Recruitment

Cancer Center Leadership

Brad Stout, MS, MBA, CRHCP	Clinic Administrator
Kevin Wilcox, MD	Medical Director
Lianne Kaetsu, RN, BSN, OCN	Nurse Manager

Hospital Leadership

Dan Brinkman, RN, MPA – Chief Executive Officer

Lisa Shiroma, BBA, MBA – Chief Administrative Officer

Stephen Reidy, MD – Chief Physician Executive

Kathleen Katt, MD – Chief Medical Officer & Physician Recruitment

Cancer Center Leadership

Brad Stout, MS, MBA, CRHCP – Clinic Administrator

Kevin Wilcox, MD – Medical Director

Lianne Kaetsu, RN, BSN, OCN – Nurse Manager

Benefits

At East Hawaii Health Clinic and East Hawaii Medical Group (EHMG), we believe in providing our employees with not only a supportive work environment, but with a comprehensive benefits package as well. Part of that package includes medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and your dependents.

Our benefits for EHMG extend beyond just healthcare coverage. We also offer 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO), 5 days of Continuing Medical Education (CME), Hawaii State and Federal holidays, and a matching 401K.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and want to ensure that our employees have the time and resources to enjoy all that Hawaii has to offer. If you feel that this opportunity is the right fit for you, please don’t hesitate to contact our Provider Recruiter for more information.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Recruitment Message & Virtual Tour

Take a Virtual Tour

Experience a virtual tour of our state-of-the-art EHH Cancer Center, guided by our Cancer Center Director. You’ll get an inside look at all our top-of-the-line facilities, including our Medical Oncology/ Hematology, Radiation Oncology, CT SIM, Pharmacy and our 18-bay treatment room. Join us now for an immersive and informative tour of our Cancer Center. E komo mai (welcome)! If at the end of the tour you would like more information about joining our team, please contact our Provider Recruiter.