Support during your cancer treatment

A cancer diagnosis does not only bring medical challenges. It can also have an emotional and physical impact on you and those close to you. That is why our hospital offers various forms of support, tailored to your personal needs.

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Multidisciplinary care

During your treatment, you will come into contact with many healthcare professionals. In addition to your doctor, you will be supported by a team of nurses, psychologists, dieticians, physiotherapists and social workers.

Oncocoaches

Oncocoaches are nurses specialised in oncology. They will visit you for an introductory conversation, after which you can turn to them for personal guidance and support.

You can contact your oncocoach for, among other things:

  • Individual follow-up before, during and after your admission and treatment
  • More information about examinations, treatment, side effects, etc.
  • Follow-up of (wound) care
  • Discussion of possible side effects of treatment
  • Preventive tips and treatment of side effects
  • Oral laser treatment for oral mucositis and ulcers
  • Planning a pampering session in the hospital's pampering room
  • Info sessions on various topics
  • ...

Available Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Caroline Knapen
011 69 96 98
caroline.knapen@stzh.be

Carine Scheys
011 69 96 94
carine.scheys@stzh.be

Sofie Kinders
011 69 96 97
sofie.kinders@stzh.be

Quality of life

Pain clinic

Chronic pain can have a major impact on your quality of life. Our pain clinic works in a multidisciplinary way and offers both medication-based and additional treatments. The focus is on reducing pain and improving your ability to function in everyday life.

More information about the pain clinic

 

Pastoral care service

The pastoral care service is available for anyone who needs spiritual or emotional support. Our pastoral carers listen to your story, offer comfort and are there to reflect with you on life questions that may arise during your treatment. Whether you are religious or simply looking for a listening ear, you are always welcome.

More information about the pastoral care service

 

Palliative Support Team

Sometimes treatment is no longer aimed at recovery. In that case, you can rely on our palliative support team. Both you and your loved ones can turn to them for guidance and advice. They help you with symptom control and provide support in dealing with the emotional and psychological impact of the illness.

The team also supports you in making choices about medical treatments and the organisation of the final phase of life. This may include drawing up an advance directive or a palliative care plan.

More information about the Palliative Support Team

 

Department

Would you like more information or to make an appointment? If so, please contact the department of oncology.
Oncology and haematology

Plan your appointment

Call for an appointment 011 69 96 00