Chemotherapy is a method of treating cancer by using drugs or medicines. Often a combination of chemotherapy drugs are used, but it depends on the individual and their specific needs. Chemotherapy drugs are used to slow or stop the cancer cells from growing, multiplying or spreading (metastasizing) to other parts of the body, to prepare a patient for other treatments like surgery, or to ease cancer symptoms.
Additional services offered at the Cancer and Medical Care Clinic include: supportive care (follow-up appointments) and coordination of care for the patient.
Staffing for the Unit includes Registered Nurses trained in Chemotherapy, an onsite Internist, Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician along with administrative support.
Location: Stratford General Hospital: West Building, Level 4
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Contact Information: 519-272-8210 ext. 2330 or Toll Free: 1-888-275-1102 ext. 2330
Many people living with cancer experience nausea, diarrhea, and other symptoms and side effects from their treatment or disease. Patient Guides are available from Cancer Care Ontario that provide information about maintaining your well-being as well as:
- Information on how to recognize symptoms and side effects
- What you can do to manage symptoms and side effects at home
- When to call your doctor
Click here to access the guides
The Peer Support Program offers in-person or virtual one-to-one peer support at any point in the cancer journey. Cancer patients, families, and caregivers can be connected with a trained peer support volunteer who has experienced a similar journey and challenges.
All conversations are confidential and tailored to the individual's needs. The program is free of charge and currently available to Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre patients, families and/or caregivers.
Learn more about the program.Request Peer Support