Arriving at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre
At your first visit you will need to register at the Main Reception Desk in the front lobby of the Cancer Centre. After you have registered, a volunteer will guide you to your clinic appointment. You will then be seated until the doctor is ready to see you. At each subsequent visit you must check in at Main Reception.
Meeting The Oncologist and Supportive Care Coordinator
When it is your turn to see the doctor, you will be called into an examination room. We encourage you to bring a family member or a friend to support you during your appointment. It is at this time that you will meet your Oncologist and your Supportive Care Coordinator. You will likely be examined and then they will talk to you about treatment options.
It may be possible for you to reach a decision about your treatment plan at this visit, or you and the Oncologist may need more time to decide on the best treatment plan for you. We want to make sure that you have a clear understanding of your diagnosis and the recommended treatment plan.
Once a treatment plan is established, you will be asked to sign a Verification of Treatment Form, also known as a consent form. This form verifies that you understand the treatment risks, benefits, and alternatives, and that you agree to have the treatment. You may withdraw your consent for treatment at any time if you change your mind.