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Coming to the Cancer Centre for the first time might feel scary. It’s normal to feel anxious or nervous before your first visit.

When you get here, know that there will be volunteers and staff ready to greet you and help you find your way. You can ask for help at any time.

Consult

  • A first visit with Health Care Provider (HCP): doctor, pharmacist, dietitian etc.
  • They will ask you questions about your medical history, symptoms & Concerns.
  • The HCP will give you information and create a plan with you.

Follow-Up

  • Visit your HCP to go over how you are doing after you had your 1st consult.
  • This might take place after you start a new medication, treatment or care plan.
  • You will have a chance to ask more questions or address concerns.

Lab

  • These appointments are to get your blood work done.
  • Blood work can help your HCPs monitor your health and response to treatments.
  • Results are sent to the doctor who ordered your blood work.

Treatment

  • Appointments will be in person if you are getting radiation, systemic therapy or other physical services (e.g., IV treatments, fluids, or medicine).
  • You will often be booked in advance for these visits. They will show up on your itinerary.

Where will I have my 1st appointment?

You might have your 1st appointment (sometimes called "consult") at:

WRHN Cancer Centre @ Midtown

Cambridge Memorial Hospital

Both of these locations have medical oncologists and radiation oncologists on staff to support your cancer care. The location of your first appointment is often based on where you live and/or the type of cancer you have (certain oncologists treat certain types of cancer).

The Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program aims to provide care closer to home. This means that we want you to have your cancer appointments and treatments at our partner sites that are closest to you. Learn more about care closer to home.