Elizabeth Vale at Calvary Central Districts Hospital (Oncology)
Overview
GenesisCare, Elizabeth Vale at Calvary Central Districts Hospital offers access to evidence-based cancer care services including radiation therapy and allied health support.
The compassionate team at GenesisCare, Elizabeth Vale at Calvary Central Districts Hospital offer access to advanced cancer care services designed to help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes close to home.
We aim to offer rapid access to consultation and treatment, delivered using modern radiation therapy technology in a comfortable and relaxing environment.
Patient care is managed by a multidisciplinary team of dedicated healthcare professionals with experience in oncology including: radiation oncologists, registered nurses, radiation therapists, physicists, and a friendly team of support staff.
Onsite parking is available, and please note there is a drop-off and pick up-point at the front door of the centre.
Adelaide Oncology & Haematology Partnership
GenesisCare has a partnership with Adelaide Oncology & Haematology, who offer access to medical oncology and haematology services. Adelaide Oncology & Haematology’s team is made up of over 28 specialist oncology, haematology, surgical and supportive care physicians, who work across six centres in Adelaide. For further information please click here.
Our treatments and services
Radiation Oncology
Radiation therapy uses high energy X-rays or other particles to treat cancer and can be used at all stages. Radiation therapy techniques can include: Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy (SABR), External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT), Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT), Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH), and specialised non-surgical treatment for skin cancer.
Clinical trials
At GenesisCare, we challenge ourselves every day to help find new and better ways to provide high-quality care, and we aim to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients wherever we can. Our Elizabeth Vale team may be able to offer you access to the GenesisCare global network of clinical trials. For further information on clinical trial participation, please speak with your treating doctor.
Allied health services
At GenesisCare, Elizabeth Vale at Calvary Central Districts Hospital we offer access to a range of Allied health services, all tailored to support your needs. One of your treatment team will discuss the most suitable options with you. Support services offered may include:
- Dietitian
- Prostate Cancer Care Nurse
- Specialist Breast Cancer Care Nurse (via CCDH/Northern Breast Clinic)
- Exercise Physiology (via referral)
Exercise Therapy
Considerable research and clinical evidence has established that exercise may be beneficial for people with cancer; however, there is no one-size-fits-all approach.1,2 Every person’s circumstances are unique and these should be take into account. Tailored exercise programs designed by an exercise professional that include both aerobic and resistance training activities have been shown to provide benefits.3 To learn more about incorporating exercise during your cancer journey, please speak with your doctor and treatment team.
- Campbell KL, Winters-Stone KM, Wiskemann J, et al. Exercise guidelines for cancer survivors: Consensus statement from international multidisciplinary roundtable. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2019;51(11):2375–2390.
- Hayes SC, Newton RU, Spence RR, et al. The Exercise and Sports Science Australia position statement: Exercise medicine in cancer management. J Sci Med Sport 2019;22(11):1175–1199.
- Buffart LM, Kalter J, Sweegers MG, et al. Effects and moderators of exercise on quality of life and physical function in patients with cancer: An individual patient data meta-analysis of 34 RCTs. Cancer Treat Rev 2017;52:91–104.