Cancer Support at Angliss

Angliss Hospital has the facility to provide care and support for cancer patients both pre and post treatment. We have a link with other Eastern Health Hospitals to provide care for patients who are admitted with complications from chemotherapy or radiotherapy treatment.

Angliss has trained a number of nursing staff to recognize oncology emergencies. The Emergency Department provides twenty four hour treatment for all patients. Nursing mentors in this department have specific oncology knowledge.

There is a dedicated nurse who specializes in Breast Care and Stomal Therapy.

We also have the support of Dr Lionel Lim, Oncologist.

Angliss nurses have knowledge of symptom management in palliative care and have links to Eastern Palliative Care and Hospices.

Other services available include:

Chaplaincy

Chaplains provide pastoral care to patients, their families and staff, assisting us to develop our personal resources.

Dietitian

The Dietitian can provide advice on managing symptoms and maximizing your dietary intake. They can provide samples of various supplements to increase energy, protein, vitamin and mineral intake. Menu varieties are available for In Patients.

Speech Therapy

Speech therapists can provide advice on swallowing difficulties and mouth care.

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapists have unique skills in the assessment and treatment of a person's function, advising and providing equipment to enhance independence and safety.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists help patients to regain and maintain their physical independence through exercise programs, and the appropriate use of walking and other aids.

Social Work

Social Workers are committed to helping patients and their families maximise the benefits of treatment and care through counselling, grief and bereavement support and linking patients to services in the community that can provide ongoing assistance.

For further information contact:

Key Oncology Mentor Ronnie Knowles on Ward 2 West, or one of the other mentors on duty at the time.

Phone 9764 6355