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Breast Care Nurses
A Breast Care Nurse is a registered nurse who has undergone specialised training in breast cancer nursing.
Our team of breast care nurses at Concord Cancer Centre support people with breast cancer, their family and carers right across the cancer journey. They:
- Provide support, information and education from the time of diagnosis and through each treatment stage including surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and hormone therapy
- Coordinate care and communicate with other health care professionals working within the cancer care team
- Provide emotional support during the hospital admission period
- Manage wound care following surgery or procedures
- Connect people to support services within the hospital and community
- Provide information about clinical trials and treatment options
Contact and referrals
The Breast Care Nurse service is available to all patients and families of those attending Concord Hospital and Concord Cancer Centre. Services are provided Monday to Friday, please listen to the phone message for specific information.
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Outpatient Clinics,
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Patients, families and carers can self-refer to this service. Phone enquiries and face-to-face appointments can be organised without a referral. Early Breast Cancer Care Nurse
Advanced Breast Cancer Care Nurse
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Information for breast cancer patients
Our Breast Care Nurses connect people to evidenced based information, both written and online, to help them understand how to best manage their condition. We also connect people with other support groups.
For more information, please see the resources below or visit our general cancer information page. We recommend you speak with your doctor or health professional about your specific situation.
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Breast Cancer Network Australia
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Information, support, news and events from Australia's leading breast cancer consumer organisation. |
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McGrath Foundation – our nurses
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Further information on finding and working with a breast care nurse. |
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Mummy's wish - practical support for mums with cancer
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Practical, tailored support for mums with cancer during the entire treatment journey. |
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Look good feel better – facing cancer with confidence
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Free, national community service program to help cancer patients learn practical strategies to manage the impacts of cancer treatment. |