Services
 

Ward

Ward 201 has up to 16 beds for haematology patients who need to be admitted for treatment. Many patients on the ward are receiving inpatient chemotherapy treatments, but treatments for non-cancer conditions such as haemophilia are also provided on the ward when necessary.  Outpatient treatments are provided on the haematology day unit or chemotherapy day unit on ward 202.

Day room

Thanks to some generous fundraising there is a day room where patients can relax in peace.  The room is named after Darren Bailey, a former patient.

Recognised haemophilia centre

The department is a recognised haemophilia centre and provides care for patients with inherited blood clotting disorders. The haemophilia centre director is Dr D Chandra.

Well trained staff and clinical nurse specialists

The staff on Ward 201 have a wealth of experience in looking after haematology patients. The clinical nurse specialists on the ward provide patients and their families with support, information and advice. Within the department they oversee the quality of the service and provide teaching sessions for staff.

Stem cell collection and transplant facilities

The Trust has an accredited stem cell collection and transplant facility. Here, cutting edge procedures are used to treat myeloma and lymphoma. The procedures are carried out by our clinical nurse specialists and other nurses on the wards.

Trials nurse

We have a dedicated trials nurse, who is a member of the oncology trials team.  She provides valuable assistance in the opeining of new clinical trials within the department and also in the administration of trials already running.  Clinical trials can involve testing new procedures, drugs, or pieces of equipment, and their effects on the improvement of the patient's condition. They are important because they help us to assess progress and therefore produce better care based upon the results.