Kurralta Park (Oncology)
Overview
GenesisCare, Kurralta Park offers access to evidence-based cancer care services including radiation therapy.
At GenesisCare, Kurralta Park we strive to provide a personalised care experience designed to help patients achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. Our team is dedicated to offering rapid access to consultation and treatment, delivered using modern radiation therapy technology, 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 friendly team of support staff.
The centre offers onsite parking, and transport from GHL accommodation for remote patients staying in Adelaide.
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 may include: External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT), Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH), Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy (SABR), Brachytherapy, and specialised non-surgical treatment for skin cancer.
Allied health services
At GenesisCare, Kurralta Park we offer you 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.
- 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.