Service

Oncology - Swanage

What does it do?

The service will see patients with cancer.

Service Delivery Area

Swanage Community Hospital.

What are the service opening times?

The clinic is held on the first Tuesday afternoon of every month.

How can I refer?
[For appropriate professional/clinical referrers only - service users please see below]

GP referral to Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust.

What functions/treatment and therapies are offered?

The appointment will consist of an initial discussion with the consultant who will then arrange treatment (usually chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy) at Poole Hospital or Dorset County Hospital.

Which types of illness/medical condition does the service treat?

Adult cancers - prostate and bladder, skin and occasionally breast.

Who will I see?

Dr Crellin.

As a patient, how do I access services?

Your GP can refer you to this service.

How can I get involved / what support groups are available?
Do you have information for Carers?

A range of printed information leaflets is available from the outpatient department.

Where, when and how often are the clinics?

The clinics are held in the outpatient department on the first Tuesday afternoon of each month.

Who can I contact to find out more?

The outpatient department on 01929 475021.