MDT meeting and what next

Hi My Dad has just been given the news that he has liver and pancreas cancer and there is nothing they can do for him and has at least 6 months, I just don't know what to do next, will someone be in touch with my mum, will we need to contact people, really don't know where to start. Any advice would be helpful.

Thank you 

lynne 

  • Hello LynneyD

    I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's diagnosis. It's obviously a very difficult time for you all and it's understandable that you're feeling overwhelmed by things. 

    Presumably, the hospital team will have been in touch with your local palliative care service or Macmillan team and they should be in touch soon. If you've not had any confirmation about things then I'd suggest getting in touch with your Dad's GP as the first point of call or giving the Constulant's secretary a call to ask if they have referred your Dad onwards for support. 

    If you'd like to chat with one of our team of nurses for some advice and support you're most welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm. I'm sure they will do what they can to help point you in the right direction. 

    Best wishes. 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator