Oncology and haematology

At the oncology department, you can come for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Cancer is a collective term for many different conditions in which cells grow too quickly and cause damage to surrounding tissue. The haematologists treat patients with diseases of the blood, bone marrow and lymph nodes. These can be both benign and malignant conditions.

What can we help you with?

During a consultation, oncological and haematological problems are examined. This includes a conversation and a clinical examination. If necessary, additional examinations are planned. Any possible treatment is discussed and, where possible, started.

  • Bring a list of the medication you take.
  • Write down questions you want to be sure to ask.
  • Are you coming on referral from your GP? Then don't forget your referral letter.

You can find the oncology and haematology consultation on the second floor of the hospital via ROUTE 454.

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Tailored care

MOC (multidisciplinary oncological consultation)

If you need to undergo oncological treatment, this is always discussed MOC. Doctors from different disciplines come together to work out treatment proposal. Your GP may also participate in this.

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For each patient, we create a personal folder with an overview of the planned treatment, information leaflets and the contact details of our team.


How does your treatment take place?

We have a day hospital and a breast centre to support you as well as possible. Treatment can take place via the outpatient clinic, the day hospital or during a hospital of several days. We draw up an individual treatment plan together with each patient.

  1. On arrival at the hospital, you first register at the kiosk in the entrance hall. Then register at the counter.
  2. Go to the internal day hospital on the third floor, via ROUTE 470.
  3. Once on the ward, sign in at the nursing station desk.
  4. Then you wait in the lounge until your treatment can begin.
  5. You will go to the puncture room, where your parameters (blood pressure, heart rate...) will be checked. If necessary, a blood sample will also be taken.
  6. Before you can start your treatment, you will have a consultation with the doctor. Based on the results from the puncture room, a decision will be made on whether your treatment can go ahead.
  7. You will be seated in the room where your chemotherapy treatment will be administered.
  8. In the afternoon, you will be served a light meal by our volunteers.

Watch the video below for more info.

You can find the internal day hospital (oncology and haematology) on the third floor of the hospital via ROUTE 470.

You will find our nursing ward G2 on the second floor of the hospital via ROUTE 60.

Do you have any questions? Your doctor and support team are of course at your service. The websites of Kom op tegen kanker and stichting tegen kanker also offer a lot of useful information on everything involved in the disease and treatment.

Day hospital

For some treatments or examinations, it may be necessary to be admitted to the day hospital. This is, for example, the case for treatments involving an infusion or for blood transfusions.

Breast centre

Our breast centre is an officially recognised satellite centre for breast cancer care.


What kind of support can you expect?

In addition to your medical treatment, you can count on comprehensive support. You can rely on onco coaches, psychologists and social services, and we organise information sessions to keep you well informed about certain topics. This way, you are not on your own, but are guided step by step by a team that cares about you and your environment.

Multidisciplinary care and quality of life

During your cancer treatment, you are closely monitored by a multidisciplinary team. You will find more information by clicking the link below.

Oncology information sessions and workshops

We regularly organise group information sessions and workshops for cancer patients and their loved ones. Various topics are covered, such as mental wellbeing, facial care and hair loss. Participation is free, but registration is required.

Frequently asked questions

Our visitors car park is located on the left side of the hospital. Do you have a disabled pass? Then you can park in the disabled car park, also on the left of the hospital. Both car parks have the same rate.

Do you need to be in our hospital often? Then it is more advantageous to take a ten-turn card. This card has a fixed amount that allows you to park ten times for an unlimited duration. You buy it at the pay machine in the hospital.

More information can be found on this page.

There is a lot on your mind during a cancer treatment. Looking for financial help? Then be sure to contact our social services department. They will check with you whether you are entitled to any financial benefits. This applies not only to your treatment but also to certain services and other facilities.

Click here for more information about our social services.


Doctors

dr. Elien Dewaele

dr. Elien Dewaele

oncologist
dr. Elke Van Mieghem

dr. Elke Van Mieghem

oncologist
dr. Jolanda Verheezen

dr. Jolanda Verheezen

oncologist
Verfaillie Saartje

dr. Saartje Verfaillie

pulmonologist
Kristof Cuppens

dr. Kristof Cuppens

pulmonologist
Buvé Kristel

dr. Kristel Buvé

hematologist
Charlotte Debergh

dr. Charlotte Debergh

hematologist
Lieselot Smolders

dr. Lieselot Smolders

hematologist

Head nurses

hoofdverpleegkundige G2

Floor Ruelens

Guidance team

Caroline Knapen oncocoach

Caroline Knapen

oncocoach
Carine Scheys oncocoach

Carine Scheys

oncocoach
Hilde Severijns psycholoog

Hilde Severijns

psychologist

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