The Royal Marsden - Private Care

Pancreatic cancer can be difficult to treat. Treatment options may be impacted by factors such as the cancer’s location, size, spread, and general health. However, there are a range of treatment options available to either get rid of the disease or help manage symptoms and control it. In our latest blog, we look at what pancreatic cancer is, the various treatment options available, and whether it can be prevented. Read it now: https://bit.ly/4f3PfGj

Our very popular GP Education series is back! Our next event is on common cancers in women, and will take place on 5 February. Join us at our interactive and educational in-person event and be empowered with the latest insights, diagnostic tools and treatment options to confidently identify and refer your patients. Hosted by world-class specialists, including Miss Rachel O'Connell (pictured), you will also have the opportunity to network with world-leading Royal Marsden consultants and like-minded GP colleagues. Places at the venue are limited, so secure your place today. Book your free place: https://bit.ly/49oA5Kw

We are proud to announce the opening of our brand new, purpose-built Nuclear Therapy Centre in Sutton. The centre has four new treatment rooms, each with its own unique design and facilities, allowing us to provide treatment for more patients than ever before. With the opening of the Nuclear Therapy Centre, it is now possible to deliver an innovative therapy called Lutetium-177 PSMA (Lu PSMA). The therapy is used to treat castration resistant prostate cancer. It works by reducing the tumour size, while helping to improve the symptoms the tumours might cause. Jude Lucas, Divisional Director for Clinical Services, said: “The Royal Marsden is one of the largest and most experienced Nuclear Medicine Therapy centres in the UK, with over 10 years’ clinical experience in providing a wide range of therapy services, including Lu PSMA. Therapy is managed and administered by our highly specialised multidisciplinary team who work together to ensure patients receive optimum treatment and care. “We are extremely proud to now be opening our brand new, purpose-built Nuclear Medicine Therapy Centre in Sutton. Patients will enjoy peace and quiet whilst receiving treatment in a relaxing environment. The new centre also enhances the hospital’s nuclear medicine capacity, allowing us to treat more patients.” Our multidisciplinary Nuclear Medicine team is made up of consultant clinicians, specialised Nuclear Medicine nurses, Nuclear Medicine technologists and Nuclear Medicine physicists. The team work together to ensure the best treatment and care for our patients. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3Ou8WfF

Finding lung cancer early means that treatment is far more likely to be successful. Yet only around half of patients with lung cancer receive their diagnosis at an early stage. Our fast-tracked lung health screening service aims to detect lung cancer early and increase survival rates. Patients’ lung cancer risk will be assessed by Dr Richard Lee, our Champion for Early Cancer Diagnosis and Consultant Respiratory Physician. Those with an identified risk of lung cancer will be given a low-dose CT scan, usually the same day, and will receive their results within two weeks. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4eOOu3X #LungCancerAwarenessMonth

🏆 The Royal Marsden has been named Hospital of the Year at the LaingBuisson Events Awards 🏆 In the Hospital of the Year category, the judges said, “The market-leading genomic work at The Royal Marsden sets a new standard for the future of cancer care. ⭐ Sarah Adomah, Lead Breast Clinical Nurse Specialist, also won the prestigious Rising Star Award ⭐ Sarah was praised for her work developing the first skin tone appropriate softies for post-mastectomy patients. The judges said, "In a competitive category, Sarah's work stands out for addressing inequalities head-on. The trailblazing effort of the softies initiative has transformed care for women of colour and inspired similar staff-led projects, making her an outstanding candidate for the Rising Star Award. "Sarah's leadership and commitment to equity, along with a continuous pursuit of learning, position her as a powerful advocate for healthcare inclusivity and excellence, setting a new standard for diversity and representation in the sector. Her contributions not only improve patient care but also demonstrate the true essence of compassionate care.” Congratulations to Sarah and our teams for these brilliant achievements 👏 #RoyalMarsden #LaingBuisson2024

This evening, members of the Royal Marsden Haematology Department will be attending the prestigious Laing Buisson Awards where they have been shortlisted for the Nursing Team of the Year Award. The Royal Marsden is proud to be a finalist in four categories, including: 🤝 Nursing Team of the Year 💕 Best Outcomes 🏥 Hospital of the Year ⭐ Sarah Adomah, Lead Breast Clinical Nurse Specialist, for the 'Rising Star' Award. Haematological cancers are recognised as some of the most complex cancers to treat and treatment causes significant side effects for patients. The Royal Marsden Haematology Department offers one of the largest portfolios of research trials across our sites. Our Haematology Research Nurses – who work collaboratively alongside scientists, clinicians and allied health professionals – make it possible for patients to receive cutting edge new treatments alongside supportive care. Tommy Brown, Lead Clinical Research Nurse in Haemato-Oncology, said, “I am proud to work in a team that is not only committed to delivering the very best standard of care for our patients, but also makes significant contributions to the wider haematology research community. “We work at the forefront of medical research and patient care, and we currently offer 70 clinical trials – making it the second largest portfolio across The Royal Marsden. “To be shortlisted for the Laing Buisson Nursing Team of the Year award is recognition of our long-term investment in research that is embedded into our clinical practice. Through our research projects, we are making advances in our understanding of haematological cancers, improving patient care and setting new standards in clinical practice and innovation." Good luck to the team and all the finalists this evening! #LaingBuisson2024

Mouth cancer can cause many symptoms, some more obvious than others. Like all cancers, the earlier mouth cancer can be detected, the easier it is to treat. We've broken down some key signs to be aware of if you feel you may be at risk or are experiencing issues with your mouth. Our Head and Neck Unit is one of the largest in Europe. Our team of highly specialized consultants can immediately investigate unusual symptoms and diagnose swiftly. Check out our blog here: https://bit.ly/3YK1zFB #MouthCancerAwarenessMonth

Dr Shreerang Bhide leads the Head and Neck Unit and is Honorary Reader at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust and The Institute of Cancer Research. He leads a research programme investigating the role of circulating HPV DNA in HPV related cancers. He also leads the MR-Linac implementation for head and neck cancers at The Royal Marsden. Dr Bhide is the co-investigator on several national and international trials, investigating state-of-art radiation techniques and novel drug/radiation combinations, including immunotherapy in head and neck cancer. He has published over 80 papers in peer-reviewed journals and has been awarded competitive research fellowships, as well as international prizes for his research. Read Dr Bhide's profile: https://bit.ly/4eI1UPn #LikeNoOther #MouthCancerAwarenessMonth

Lung cancer is far more treatable if it's caught early. But symptoms of lung cancer can often be mistaken for other conditions like flu or asthma, so it’s important to be aware of the key signs if you do start to develop symptoms. We've broken down 5 of the most common signs of lung cancer you should be aware of. Read it here: https://bit.ly/3O1RBKI #LungCancerAwarenessMonth

Tomorrow, we're hosting our next GP Education Event in Sutton. These regular events give general practitioners the opportunity to learn from and engage with our world-class specialists. At tomorrow's event, our speakers will be presenting on 'Cancer diagnosis and personalised treatments' across: ▶️ genomics ▶️ haemoto-oncology ▶️ head and neck cancers ▶️ skin cancers There's still time to sign up for in-person or virtual attendance. Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/3YRXG2S