If you have been diagnosed with cancer or have a relative or friend that has, it will be important for you to know options available for treatment and how to access them. You may be seeking a second opinion or further understanding of your diagnosis.
At Spire Leicester chemotherapy unit we offer:
- the very best treatment possible
- a comfortable, caring, supportive environment
- dedicated and experienced oncology team and day care unit
Our oncology team
The team consists of five highly experienced oncology consultants and two haematology consultants who all work at the Leicester Royal Infirmary in the NHS.
Other oncology consultants can refer into the hospital to any of the consultants listed to the right.
The chemotherapy service is a consultant led service and therefore the consultant oncologists review patients at each treatment and are available by phone at all times.
The team includes two chemotherapy nurse specialists, two chemotherapy nurses and chemotherapy trained pharmacists.
The service currently delivers approximately 1,200 doses a year, for patients who have private medical insurance and for patients who opt to pay for their treatment.
Our chemotherapy unit provides intravenous and oral chemotherapy, biphosphanates and other anti cancer treatments such as monoclonial antibodies e.g Herceptin, Avastin, Cetuximab.
The chemotherapy service has consultants in pain management and direct links with LOROS and the NHS trust for radiotherapy.
After the first consultation with the oncologist, patients for treatment will also have further discussions with a chemotherapy nurse. The nurse will discuss what treatment is involved, how to manage any side effects and give written information packs including 24 hour contact numbers.
Referrals are made through the G.P or through the hospital consultant. Patients can contact Spire Leicester hospital for further information on our cancer & chemotherapy service.
Spire Leicester Hospital Oncology services take pride in providing high standards of clinical care through a team of highly experienced & qualified staff.
A streamlined safe service is provided through:
- up to date technology and equipment
- in house chemotherapy pharmacy service
- on site pathology
- on site MRI & CT scanners, X-ray and ultrasound
Facilities
The chemotherapy service is based in the Ambulatory day care facility of the Hospital. The facility has 5 pods, 12 beds and a large waiting area. It is situated on the first floor, close to theatres and within easy access of the lift to reach the outpatient consulting rooms and imaging suite on the ground floor. Treatment is given on our high visibility 12 bedded day care unit with instant access to senior doctors at all times.
Imaging
Spire Leicester Hospital provides a wide range of diagnostic imaging and tests on site with a fixed MRI and CT, mammography, ultrasound and plain films available daily.
A team of radiologists cover the imaging department and are able to report in minimal time scales.
Pathology
There is a pathology unit onsite which functions at all times. Blood tests can be taken and the results received within an hour.
Biochemistry, pathology, histopathology are all provided for through the lab on site.
Pharmacy
An onsite pharmacy team, led by Oncology trained pharmacists, clinically review, dispense, check and issue medication in line with prescribed treatment regimes, at a time that suits both the patient and consultant. This includes medication counselling and a review by the consultant as necessary.
Supporting hospital services
As the hospital is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week patients can contact at any time with problems and can be admitted for any necessary treatment very rapidly.
There is a resident medical officer available at all times and so rapid access to medical care.
Spire Leicester Hospital is a colorectal and breast cancer accredited centre. The service also follows local NHS cancer related guidelines.
Spire Leicester Hospital is registered with the Care Quality Commission and is regulated by the HCC through annual inspections. Spire Healthcare also review clinical standards through two provider visits annually.
Benefits of our chemotherapy service:
- Short waiting & convenient times
- Professional experienced staff
- The latest technology-on site
- Pleasant, clean surroundings
- Safe efficient service
For more information regarding chemotherapy at Spire Leicester Hospital click here
You can be treated even if you dont have private medical insurance. With fixed price agreed in advance and through the “ top up” system for additional drugs not available in the NHS e.g Avastin.
For further information please call 0116 265 3021 or email cservice-lc@spirehealthcare.com
