Urology Cancer Patient Support
Whilst in hospital support is given by the ward nursing staff, the Urology Specialist Nurses and, if palliative care is required, by the Macmillan Cancer Support Nurses. The Continence Advisors and Stoma Care Nurses are also available. After discharge support for patient and relatives continues to be available through the Urology Specialist Nurses and the Macmillan Support Centre (01752 763672).
Vanessa Wilcox, Jane Ripley and Anna Wilson are Nurse Specialists for cancer patients, and work closely with all the clinicians and allied health care professionals above. They are the main key workers for all patients and their carers, providing a useful contact point for patients throughout their cancer “journey”. They can provide access to the urological and oncological team, provide patients with a permanent written record of their treatment plan, and provide information on their disease, treatment and supportive services available. Despite being hospital based they can offer support following discharge via telephone link.
Mustard Tree
The Mustard Tree Macmillan Cancer Support Centre is available to anyone affected by cancer. Find out more about The Mustard Tree cancer support.
Chestnut Appeal for Men’s Health
The Chestnut Appeal for Men’s Health offers support, advice and free respite holidays for those who have been diagnosed with or are going through treatment for prostate, testicular or penile cancer.
There are two men's cancer support groups which are open to patients, family and friends. These offer an informal atmosphere where you can meet others who have been through similar experiences but there is no pressure at all to talk.
Contact
The Chestnut Appeal, The Chestnut Urological Investigations Unit at Derriford Hospital
Call 01752 430840 during office hours.
Email: chestnut.appeal@nhs.net
