Why would you be on a Haematology Ward?

Why would you be on a Haematology Ward?

Haematologists care directly for patients on hospital wards and out patient clinics. Their patients may have a serious life- threatening illness such as leukaemia, lymphoma or myeloma that requires chemotherapy. They also advise GPs about how to care for patients in their homes.

What is a Haematology Ward?

We care for patients undergoing investigations and treatment of blood or bone marrow disorders.

What is Ward 17 in Arrowe Park Hospital?

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ARROWE PARK HOSPITAL Wards Ward Sister
20 Urology Location: 2nd floor Amy Stasiuk
SEU Surgical Emergency Unit Location: 1st floor Jessica Taylor
14 Surgical Ward Location: 1st floor Ellie Moore
17 Surgical Emergency Unit (SEU) Natasha Williams/ Jessica Taylor

What is Ward 22 Arrowe Park Hospital?

Ward 22 Department Of Medicines for the Elderly.

What does haematology department do?

Haematologists diagnose and treat patients with blood and bone marrow disorders. Haematology is an intensive but exciting specialty with both clinical and laboratory practice. It’s a field that is rapidly changing, with great research successes seen in front-line medicine.

What do nurses do on a haematology Ward?

They will be your Key Worker and point of contact throughout your treatment. They can help with, and arrange, psychological, spiritual, financial and social support. They are here to provide information and advice to you and your family in all aspects of your disease, treatment and care.

What is Ward 25 in Arrowe Park Hospital?

The purpose-built facility on Ward 25 has been designed to care for patients who are at risk of spreading harmful bacteria to others and therefore minimising the risk of infection on other hospital wards.

What is Ward 38 Arrowe Park Hospital?

Ward 38 is a 37 bedded respiratory ward with 10 lung support unit beds.

What is Hematology medical Oncology?

A hematologist oncologist is a doctor who specializes in treating cancers of the blood. They have extra training in the blood system, lymphatic system, bone marrow, and cancers. The term “hematologist oncologist” comes from two different types of doctors.

How long does it take to become a hematology nurse?

Those pursuing hematology as a nurse practitioner will typically complete five to six years of education post-high school.

What is Ward 23 at Arrowe Park Hospital?

Ward 23 operates as a Hyper-acute Stroke Unit, offering 24/7 thrombolysis (breakdown of blood clots). Through the use of thrombolysis injections within 4.5 hours of stroke we are able to give the patients a greater chance of survival and help reduce disability.

What is a DME Ward?

The Department of Medicine for the Elderly (DME) is a ward full of vulnerable patients. We admit 70 years old and above with various comorbidities. Usual reasons for being admitted in a DME ward are sepsis, falls, delirium, cognitive/health decline and increase in health care needs which fall under complex discharges.

Who is in charge of Arrowe Park Hospital?

Janelle Holmes, Chief Executive.

Is it serious to be referred to a hematologist?

If your primary care physician has recommended that you see a hematologist, it may be because you are at risk for a condition involving your red or white blood cells, platelets, blood vessels, bone marrow, lymph nodes, or spleen. Some of these conditions are: hemophilia, a disease that prevents your blood from clotting.

What is the most common blood disease?

Common blood disorders include anemia, bleeding disorders such as hemophilia, blood clots, and blood cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.

What happens when you go to see a hematologist?

During this appointment, you will receive a physical exam. The hematologist also will want you to describe your current symptoms and general health. Blood tests will be ordered and when the results are reviewed, the hematologist can begin to diagnose your particular blood disorder or disease.

Why would I be referred to a hematology oncologist?

Oncologists specialize in diagnosing and treating cancers. A hematologist oncologist specializes in both. You might see a hematologist oncologist if you have blood cancer or suspected blood cancer. If blood cancer runs in your family, you might also see one then, too.

Why would my doctor refer me to a hematologist?

Reasons include if you have or might have: Anemia, or low red blood cells. Deep vein thrombosis (blood clots) Leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma (cancers in your bone marrow, lymph nodes, or white blood cells)