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Radiation oncology

Specialist assessment and guidance to determine if radiation therapy is right for your condition

What we do

Radiation Oncology provides specialist assessment and treatment planning for cancers and certain non‑cancerous conditions using targeted radiation therapy.

The service focuses on evaluating a patient’s diagnosis, reviewing scans, and determining whether radiation therapy is appropriate as part of their treatment plan. 

Who we care for

We care for and treat people with:

  • Diagnosis of Cancer requiring Radiotherapy Consultation
  • Diagnosis of Skin Cancer requiring Radiotherapy Consultation
  • Diagnosis of Benign/Non-Cancer requiring Radiotherapy Consultation  

Exclusions

The following conditions/procedures are not routinely seen at Bayside Health Regional: 

  • Paediatrics - Under the age of 12

Please note: Radiation Therapy Treatment is not provided at Wonthaggi. Following consultation, those suitable for Radiation Therapy will be directed to a suitable location.    

How to access this service

Referral to this service can be made by your general practitioner (GP), another medical specialist or a healthcare professional, as well as hospital-based staff in the emergency department, inpatient wards and other areas of the hospital.

Referrals can be made via the telephone, email, fax or post as follows.

Phone: (03) 5671 3175
Email: access@basscoasthealth.com.au
Fax: (03) 9102 5307
Address: Access Team, P.O. Box 120, Wonthaggi, Vic, 3995

We will contact you within clinically recommended timeframes. If there’s no waiting list, you’ll receive an appointment booking letter or we’ll call to arrange a convenient time.

Clinically recommended guidance and resources for Health Professionals in the Gippsland region are available through Gippsland Pathways.

What to bring with you

Every time you come:

  • Medicare card
  • Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
  • Private health insurance card (if applicable/if you want to use it)
  • Adverse drug alert card (if you have one)
  • Previous X-ray films, scans, ultrasounds or any other test results or reports
  • Medicines you need to take while you are here
  • List of medicines you are currently taking (or the boxes), including medicines you have bought without a prescription, such as herbal supplements and vitamins
  • Glasses, hearing aid(s) and/or walking frame if needed

Bringing these items helps us give you the best care possible and ensures your visit goes smoothly.

Clinic consultants

  • Prof Hany Elsaleh - Director, Radiation Oncology at Bayside Health Alfred
Wonthaggi Hospital
Address

235 Graham St
Wonthaggi VIC 3995

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