Cancer Institute of I.R. of IRAN (CI ) is developed for all aspects of nationwide fight against cancer. Established in 1334 ASH (1955) by the National Red Cross Foundation (formerly named Shire Khorshid Sorkh), CI is proud to be the first comprehensive cancer center in Iran, working as a national point for diverse programs in prevention, early detection, patient care,   education, cancer registry, community activities and international collaborations. CI is a matrix institution within the Tehran University of Medical Sciences & Health Services.