Having an operation, or surgery, was the first treatment used for many types of cancer. It is still the most common way to treat many cancers. What are your questions? Please ask. We are here to help you. Some people only have surgery. Other people have surgery and systemic therapy (also called chemo) and/ or radiation therapy.
When your surgery is booked you will be advised about any preparation you will need to do.
Your surgeon will discuss your follow up care.
Visit our Nova Scotia Health Authority Cancer Care Program patient information site here.
A referral is required to have surgery.
Tel: 902-752-7600
A referral is required to have surgery.
Tel: 902 567-7771
A referral is required to have surgery.
Tel: 902 893-5554
A referral is required to have surgery.
Tel: 902-667-3361
A referral is required to have surgery.
Tel: 902-258-2100
A referral is required to have surgery.
Tel: 902-473-6067
Surgery is the most common treatment for cancer. The type of surgery depends on the type of cancer and where it is. This pamphlet gives basic information on how the surgery works, the side effects, how to cope, and questions to ask your health care team.
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