Your Gynaecological referral to the Jessop Wing Sheffield
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Your Gynaecological referral to the Jessop Wing Sheffield Obstetrics & Gynaecology Your health,your life,your choice,our passion patient information
Transcript of Your Gynaecological referral to the Jessop Wing Sheffield
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Your Gynaecological referral to the Jessop Wing Sheffield
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Your health, your life, your choice, our passion
patientinformation
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The purpose of this leaflet is to explain what happens next and why.Your consultant may suspect that you have a gynaecological tumour which may be malignant (cancer). A second opinion will be sought from a team of specialists in Sheffield. Any appointment to see one of them is likely to be at the Jessop Wing at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital in Sheffield. Usually the team have already been contacted by your Consultant in Rotherham, to ensure that you are seen at the earliest opportunity.
Details of any relevant scans and tests that you have had, will be sent to them. This will allow them to formally discuss all aspects of your particular case in a Multi -Disciplinary Team meeting. This is an important meeting where an appropriate treatment plan is designed specifically for you.
SupportThe process of visiting a second, unfamiliar hospital (and the apparent delay in treatment) can be frightening. For this reason, you will be assigned a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to act as your ‘key worker’.
Additional support can be provided by the two CNS also based at the Jessop Wing. You can ask to see them at anytime, if you have any concerns. They act as your temporary key worker whilst you are receiving care at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital or attending the Jessop Wing.
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The CNS all work together to ensure you get the best support at the right time. Their contact details can be found at the end of this leaflet.
Your Key WorkerHer role is to provide information and support to you and your family during this anxious time. She will act as a consistent local link between you and the doctors. She will be present, where ever possible, when you are told about your referral for a second opinion. She will also keep in touch with you throughout your treatment.
You will be given her contact details and if necessary your local CNS can visit you at home.
You will be offered a written record of your consultation should you want one. The CNS can provide you with specific information about your suspected disease, possible treatments and symptom relief. Advice can also be given about where to get financial help and she can organise assistance at home should you need it. Please do not hesitate to ask for help.
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Your AppointmentYou will receive written confirmation of your appointment from Sheffield, but you may have advanced knowledge from your referring consultant or the CNS in Rotherham. Maps showing you how to get to the Royal Hallamshire Hospital can be found at the end of this leaflet.
Please let someone know if you have transport difficulties as soon as possible. At least 2 days notice is required for the hospital to arrange suitable transport for you. Please note transport to include one friend or relative can only be provided for the first appointment.
The Multi Disciplinary Team MeetingMulti Disciplinary Team meetings (MDTs) take place weekly between Cancer Centre (Sheffield) and Rotherham. The meetings are organised specifically to formally discuss each case individually where cancer is known or suspected.
The members of the team specialise in the treatment of gynaecological cancer by surgery, drugs (chemotherapy) or radiation. Also present are experts in the study and examination of diseased tissue (Histopathologists), as well as experts who are able to interpret x-rays and scans (Radiologists). Clinical Nurse Specialists are also part of the team.
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At Your Clinic AppointmentYou may see either a surgeon or a clinical oncologist (a specialist in non surgical treatment of cancer).
It may be useful to write down and bring with you, any questions you may have, a list of your current medication and important dates in your medical history.
You may find it helpful to bring someone with you to support you. There may be lots of important information to take in, and this may be overwhelming, so a second pair of ears can be very useful.
If surgery is indicated you may be given a date for your operation. However, before proceeding with surgery you may need some additional investigations including an appointment to see the anaesthetist.
Specific information will be given to you about the operation itself, including the risks and benefits at this time.
Sometimes a definite diagnosis cannot be made until after surgery has taken place.
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The Role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist at the Centre in Sheffield. There are two Clinical Nurse Specialists based at the Jessop Wing. They will act as your temporary ‘Key Worker’ throughout any further investigations and treatment you receive in Sheffield, even on ward G2, if you have surgery. They will liaise with your CNS at Rotherham, keep her up to date with your progress, and refer you back to her after your operation, for further support if it is needed.
You will be given specific verbal and written information about your operation, condition and treatment by the Centre once a diagnosis is confirmed.
The consultant Medical Team involved in your care are:
Surgical l Mr J Tidy l Mr A M Gillespie l Miss F Kew l Ms J Palmer
Oncology l Dr S D Pledge l Dr J Martin
There are several other doctors, including specialist trainees and registrars who support the consultants in providing your care.
Should you require more information or help, please do not hesitate to contact any of the Clinical Nurse Specialists.
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Local Support GroupsDoncaster Gynaecology Support GroupFor details telephone the Clinical Nurse Specialist on 01302 366666 Ext 4673
Cancer Support Centre23 Northumberland RoadSheffieldS10 2TXTelephone 0114 2265391info@cancersupportcentre.co.ukwww.cancersupportcentre.co.uk
National SupportMacmillan Cancerline89 Albert EmbankmentLondonSE1 7UQFreephone 0808 8082020www.macmillan.org.uk
Cancerbackup3 Bath PlaceRivington StreetLondonEC2A 3JR
Freephone 0808 8001234Monday to Friday 9.00am to [email protected]
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Produced by Cathy Dawson, May 2009.Revised March 2011, May 2012, March 2014. Revision due March 2016. Version: 3.0©The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust 2014. All rights reserved.
Useful contact numbersRotherham Hospital Gynaecology Clinical Nurse SpecialistTelephone 01709 427302
Royal Hallamshire Hospital Clinical Nurse SpecialistTelephone 0114 2268423External pager 07623859968
Outpatients Department at Jessop Wing, Royal Hallamshire HospitalTelephone 0114 2268442
Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service Rotherham HospitalTelephone 01709 427659Macmillan.info.support@ rothgen.nhs.uk
Rotherham Cancer Care Centre Badsley Moor LaneTelephone 01709 483779
NHS 111 Service Telephone 111Health Info Telephone 01709 427190
Stop Smoking Service Telephone 01709 422444 A&ETelephone 01709 424455For GP out of hours, contact your surgery
Useful websiteswww.nhs.ukwww.gov.ukwww.therotherhamft.nhs.uk www.cancerbackup.org.ukwww.cancersupportcentre.co.ukwww.macmillan.org.uk
We value your commentsIf you have any comments or concerns about the care we have provided please let us know, or alternatively you can write to:
Patient Services The Rotherham NHS Foundation TrustRotherham HospitalMoorgate RoadOakwoodRotherhamS60 2UD
Telephone 01709 424461Email [email protected]
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