Does Oncology mean cancer?
Oncology is the study of cancer. An oncologist is a doctor who treats cancer and provides medical care for a person diagnosed with cancer.
What is the oncology ward?
On the Oncology Ward we deliver medical oncology care. This means that most of our patients present to us with complications of anti-cancer treatment, tumour overgrowth or end of life care. Their care needs are often complex and can be emotionally demanding.
What is acute oncology?
Acute Oncology is the study and treatment of serious cancer.
Will a doctor tell you if they suspect cancer?
Doctors need the information about grade and stage to plan your treatment. It may take a few days before your doctor has the results of all the tests. They will then be able to tell you whether you have cancer, and talk with you about your treatment options.
What happens when you are referred to oncology?
What to expect. The first oncology appointment may last for only a few hours. During the first appointment, the oncologist will spend time gathering information about the patient’s health. The oncologist is still likely to conduct a physical exam even if the primary care doctor performed one.
How has acute oncology improved care for patients?
The acute oncology clinicians are able to make timely, difficult decisions about the fitness of patients for investigations and treatment, and they identify the individuals who should receive best supportive care, rather than aggressive treatment, allowing patients to leave hospital quicker.
What kind of patients are in an oncology unit?
The Medical Oncology Unit is an inpatient oncology and medical stepdown unit. The Unit brings patients with cancer together with specialized nursing care. This allows nurses to care for patients with a newly diagnosed cancer, active cancer diagnosis, or patients with a history of cancer.
What is the role of an acute oncology nurse?
The responsibilities of the acute oncology nurse include: • Assessing patients and providing advice on further management, including helping to facilitate appropriate investigations, biopsies and referrals. Team members also act as MSCC co-ordinators.
Why would a doctor refer you to an oncologist?
Generally speaking, you might see an oncologist if you talk to your primary care physician about a change in your body and they recommend you have some preliminary tests. You likely will be referred to an oncologist if your tests indicate you have cancer.
Are there any oncologist services in Liverpool 2170?
The following Oncologist services are available in LIVERPOOL, NSW 2170. Showing 1-5 of 50 results. These are the Oncologist services in the area of LIVERPOOL, NSW 2170. Please select one of the results listed above to see contact details, opening hours, billing services and other information.
How do I contact the Liverpool cancer therapy centre?
(02) 8738 5188 0 2. 8 7 3 8. 5 1 8 8. The Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre has chemotherapy and radiation therapy, as well as providing haematological and cancer genetic services. Information about additional cancer services including surgery and cancer genetic services can be found at Liverpool Hospital.
What services does Liverpool University Hospital offer?
Liverpool Hospital School Medical Administration Medical Oncology Mental Health Microbiology & Infectious Diseases Multiple Sclerosis Clinic & Services Neurology Neurophysiology Neurosurgery Newborn Care (NICU) NSW Refugee Health Service
What does our oncology services treat?
Our oncology services are world renowned and we treat most types of cancer. Cancer services works in collaboration with many of our other departments and services within the Trust, and also with other treatment centres such as Clatterbridge, to deliver the most up-to-date care for cancer patients.