Chemotherapy
What We Do
Our Chemotherapy Unit is a dedicated oncology and haematology day unit, providing a wide range of treatments for various cancers. We offer care for patients with breast, colorectal, urology, lung, upper GI, and haematology cancers.
Our team works closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure a robust, safe, and effective service for our patients. This includes collaborating with:
- Acute Oncology Nurses: These nurses provide care for inpatients and acutely unwell cancer patients.
- Aseptic Chemotherapy Pharmacy: Our team of specialist Pharmacists, including a Lead Pharmacist for Cancer Services and an Aseptic Services Technical Manager, are an integral part of the unit. They are responsible for preparing all chemotherapy and monoclonal antibody treatments in a sterile environment, and they also support our clinical trials.
The unit has 14 treatment chairs and is staffed by five visiting Oncologists from Queen Elizabeth Hospital, three Hematology Consultants, and two Hematology Nurse Specialists.
Where We Are Based
Hospital route 106
Walsall Manor Hospital
Moat Road
Walsall
West Midlands
WS2 9PS
Service lead
Sharon Hylton, Lead Chemotherapy Nurse
01922 721172 Ext. 7119
Vacant, Ward Manager
01922 721172 Ext. 7119
How to Access the Service
Patients are referred for chemotherapy treatment by other specialties or medical staff via our Oncology service.
Contact Us
- Patients are referred for chemotherapy treatment from other specialties/medical staff via the Oncology service.
- Hours of Operation: The unit is open Monday to Friday, 8am – 6pm
Useful Resources
- Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment that uses medicine to kill cancer cells. Click on this NHS Link for more information.