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Northeast Cancer Centre

Cancer research and clinical trials Cancer treatment programs Genetics Nutrition Rehabilitation and exercise

Eligibility

Adults, adolescents and children diagnosed with cancer (and their families) may come to the North East Cancer Centre of Health Sciences North for consultation, cancer treatment or follow-up services. A doctor referral, a pre-booked appointment and a valid Ontario Health card are required.

Description:

The the Shirley & Jim Fielding Northeast Cancer Centre provides radiation therapy, chemotherapy and supportive care services to residents of Northeastern Ontario who are referred to our centre. Children with cancer can receive treatment and support closer to home. An Aboriginal Navigator is available to help patients and families through the treatment journey.  

Clinical Trials: Clinical trials are research studies that test possible new ways to prevent, detect, treat or manage cancer. Most of the standard cancer treatments used today were first shown to be effective through clinical trials. Participation in a clinical trial may be an option for a person with cancer or someone at risk for developing cancer.

Dental Oncology Clinic: Provides dental services to patients registered with the Northeast Cancer Centre. Referrals may be made by oncologists, family doctors or nurses, or patients may also self refer.

Drug Assistance, Financial: Patients who require assistance with drug costs can visit the Drug Reimbursement Coordinator.

Genetics Counseling: Genetic counseling services are available.

Screening, Treatment: Available services include: breast cancer screening, chemotherapy and radiation therapy and supportive care services.

Supportive Care,  Nutrition: Services available include neuropsychology, nutrition, psychology, Pediatric Interlink nursing, physiotherapy, social work, speech language pathology and an Aboriginal Navigator for First Nations, Inuit and Metis people.

Tobacco Cessation Support: A Tobacco Dependence Nurse can help patients reduce or quit smoking.

Service type

Service for

First Nations, Inuit, Metis communities

Fees

No

Language

More English French

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