Bedford Park at Flinders Private Hospital (Oncology)
Overview
GenesisCare, Bedford Park at Flinders Private Hospital offers access to personalised cancer care services including radiation therapy and allied health support.
The GenesisCare team at the Bedford Park centre at Flinders Private Hospital aim to offer an evidence-based cancer care experience designed to help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes in a comfortable, modern, and relaxing environment.
Patient care is managed by a multidisciplinary team of passionate healthcare professionals with experience in oncology including: radiation oncologists, registered nurses, radiation therapists, physicists, and a dedicated team of support staff.
We aim to offer rapid access to consultation and treatment, delivered using modern radiation therapy technology.
Free on-site patient parking is offered, and transport from GHL accommodation for rural and remote patients staying in Adelaide is available.
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: Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH), External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT),
Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy (SABR), and specialised non-surgical treatment for skin cancer.
Allied Health Services
At GenesisCare, Bedford Park at Flinders Private 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
- Exercise Medicine by Referral to Lift Cancer Care Services
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.
Other Services
- Transport from GHL accommodation for rural and remote patients staying in Adelaide is available.
- Paid onsite parking available through Flinders Private Hospital. Free disabled parking is available. No cost for drop-off and pick-up areas.
- 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.