Acute Oncology Service
This service provides access to specialist oncology advice and assessment for patients presenting with acute cancer - related problems needing unplanned and sometimes emergency treatment.
The benefit of the service is that patients with cancer related problems admitted to A&E and to the wards can be seen more quickly and feel more reassured that their care and correct treatment is being planned and delivered.
Palliative Care
‘Palliative care is an approach that improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life threatening illness, through the prevention and relief of suffering by means of early identification and impeccable assessment and treatment of pain and other problems, physical, psychological and spiritual.’ (World Health Organisation 2002)
Referral to specialist palliative care services in the hospital or in the community may be facilitated by your Key worker, GP or Consultant.
Macmillan Resource Room
This room is located in St Peter’s outpatients’ department, area 2. It offers a quiet place for people to sit. It has a variety of information that you may find helpful, from financial planning to healthy eating.
- Macmillan financial advice line - Are able to offer advice regarding benefits that you may be entitled to. Telephone: 0808 808 0000
Spiritual Support
The Hospital Chaplain holds contact details of all the recognised bodies offering spiritual care, across the Trust. Patients and their families who feel this input would be helpful can contact them via the hospital switchboard - 01932 872000. The small multi-faith chapel situated on level 2 welcomes everyone.
Interpreters / Translation
Interpreters / translation services can be available for non-English speaking, Deaf and hard of hearing, or visually impaired patients if required.
Written information can also be obtained as required.
Chaperone’s can also be made available before a consultation or procedure if requested by the patient.
