Amenities
In addition to convenience and collaboration, the Duke Cancer Center was designed with patient comfort and healing in mind.

Outside the Duke Cancer Center
Seese-Thornton Garden of Tranquility
Offers patients and families an outdoor space for meditative thought and reflection. The garden is located in front of the Duke Cancer Center. Seating is available.
Bernstein Family Garden
An outdoor rooftop garden area where patients -- based on their treatment regimen -- can receive chemotherapy outdoors.
Level 0 (Main Level)
The Patient Resource Center
Our Patient Resource Center supports cancer patients, your families, and caregivers by offering reliable information, practical assistance, and psychosocial resources throughout the cancer journey. Our volunteers give an overview of the many resources and education available and help direct your questions. This community space provides a peaceful environment for relaxation between appointments and a comfortable, welcoming setting.
- Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm (based on volunteer availability)
The Duke Cancer Center Specialty Pharmacy
Provides a convenient location for filling prescriptions as well as purchasing over-the-counter medications. For more information, call 919-613-3990.
- Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Belk Boutique
The 1,000-square-foot Belk Boutique offers the latest trends in wigs, hats, caps, scarves, self-image and sexual health products, post-surgical garments, and prosthetics -- items and resources cancer patients need as you journey toward recovery. Private consultation rooms are available.
- The Belk Boutique is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more information, call 919-613-1906 or visit Self-Image Services.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Located on Level 0 of the Duke Cancer Center to the right of the main entrance.
- Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Sunday: Closed
Online ordering is available through the Tropical Smoothies app.
Quiet Room
Provides a tranquil space where patients and their families can take time to reflect, relax, meditate, or pray. The Quiet Room inspires peace, quiet, and spiritual meditation for individuals of all faiths.
Throughout the Duke Cancer Center
- Beginning in the soaring central atrium, the Duke Cancer Center’s common spaces foster offer comfort and relaxation.
- Clinics offer spacious, comfortable waiting areas featuring large windows and natural light.
- Host stations can be found in waiting areas where volunteers provide beverages and information about patient resources.
- Large infusion rooms give patients the option to sit with others or receive treatment in private.
- Dedicated spaces offer patients the opportunity to speak with research nurses about clinical trials.
Additional Services
Learn about additional patient resources provided at the Duke Cancer Center.