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catcrazy
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12 years ago

Help Looking For Oncologist

Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can give me names of oncologists in the Newcastle NSW area. I currently go to the Mater Hospital but am wondering how I go about getting a second opinion? I'm not sure if I talk to the hospital would they let mr see another doctor or are oncologists in other places than hospitals? I tried googling but couldnt come up with much. Feeling frantic at the moment after told that now in lungs after being breast just 8 months ago. After declining chemo throughout this whole ordeal Im now told there really is no option. But I have heard all about things such as Gerson Therapy ( all natural foods and vitamins) but this doctor doesnt believe in any of this. This is why I need to ralk to another oncologist asap. Thanks ladies.

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  •  Hi. my Oncologist is in Newcastle. Dr  Lombard, she is just wonderful, she is at the Breast centre at Gateshead op the private hosp. ph number for  her is  0249422600. My e-mail is deb.how@bigpond.com , if I can help anymore let me know?. Debbie

  • Hello catcrazy,

    This is Annie from BCNA's Policy Team. I think it's a great idea to seek a second opinion; this is something I would encourage.

    You can certainly ask the hospital to refer you to another oncologist for a second opinion. You can also talk to your GP or surgeon about your situation, and they can write you a referral to see another oncologist.

    All the best catcrazy,

    ~ Annie