Clinical Nurse Specialists

The clinical nurse specialists and key workers for gynaecology cancer are Julie Robertson and Linda Hassall. Julie and Linda's role is to provide support to each patient as they progress through their care pathway. They will walk you through each step of your journey and are dedicated to providing you with a personal service. Julie and Linda are also there to provide you with relevant written information on your condition, to explain your treatment and to answer any questions you may have.

The Clinical Nurse Specialists work in partnership with ward staff to ensure referrals to other services, such as local community cancer and palliative care teams, are made. They can discuss clinical information or supply patient information leaflets and booklets. They can also discuss a variety of issues, including:

•          Surgery

•          Radiotherapy and chemotherapy

•          Benefits/financial entitlement

•          Other support services including social services, home and hospice care

•          Emotional and psychological support and counselling

•          Symptom management

•          Fatigue management

•          Employment

•          Driving and holiday travel

•          Help with adaptations for the home/environmental aids

•          Medications

•          Local and national support groups

•          Contact point for other member so the team 

   

Julie and Linda work from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (an answer machine service is also available)

Contact Information
 

Tel: 01782 552742 (answer machine service a out of the office)

Pager via Hospital Switchboard: 01782 715 444

Email: julie.robertson@uhns.nhs.uk or Linda.hassall@uhns.nhs.uk