Oncology referral

My wife had a pancreatic Whipple procedure 9 weeks ago, she's making very good progress and is currently waiting for chemotherapy or radiotherapy, she was referred from one hospital to the oncology department of another hospital three weeks ago, does anyone know how long these referrals take and whether chemotherapy etc., is still taking place due to the coronavirus, this was such a huge operation and I would hate for the worst to happen due to treatment being late, there's no guarantees anyway, but even less without further treatment.

  • I'm glad that your wife has been recovering well Wireman but I can understand you wanting to know when the next stage of her treatment will begin.

    As you can see here, hospitals are trying to offer treatment where they can but it does seem to differ depending on what part of the country you're in.

    You could try chasing up the hospital that your wife has now been referred to but you're more than welcome to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Best wishes to you both,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator