Welcome to the Velindre Radiotherapy Unit at Nevill Hall Hospital
Opening in 2025, our new £38 million Radiotherapy Unit at Nevill Hall will increase our capacity to deliver radiotherapy services to the patients of south east Wales.
What We Offer:
- Two Advanced Linac Machines: These state-of-the-art machines will provide precise and effective radiotherapy treatments.
- Radiotherapy Planning: Tailored treatment plans to meet your specific needs.
- On-Treatment Review: Regular check-ins to monitor your progress and adjust treatments as necessary.
- On-Treatment Education: Information and support to help you understand your treatment and manage side effects.
- CT Simulator: Advanced imaging to ensure accurate treatment delivery.
Why This Centre Matters:
Our goal is to create a world-class facility that offers high-quality care for cancer patients in south east Wales. Once fully operational, the Radiotherapy Unit at Nevill Hall will increase our capacity to deliver radiotherapy treatments by 20%. Staffed by a dedicated team of Velindre Cancer Service experts, the Unit will operate as an extension of Velindre Cancer Centre in Whitchurch.
Benefits for You:
- Access to treatment: Increased capacity means you should be able to start your treatment sooner.
- Comprehensive Care: Access a full range of radiotherapy services in one place.
- Improved Outcomes: Benefit from quicker, more targeted treatments.
- Support and Education: Get the information and support you need throughout your treatment.
Who is this for?
The Satellite Radiotherapy Unit will increase Velindre's ability to deliver radiotherapy, helping us see more patients each week and reduce waiting times. The increased capacity will benefit patients at the Satellite Radiotherapy Unit and at Velindre Cancer Centre.
Initially, the Unit will see Breast and Prostate cancer patients who meet our clinical criteria. Over time, the Unit may start to treat patients with other cancers.
Patients from across south east Wales who are referred to Velindre for their radiotherapy treatment will be assigned to either Velindre Cancer Centre in Whitchurch or the Velindre Radiotherapy Unit at Nevill Hall.
The decision on which location a patient is referred will be based on several factors, including:
- Availability of appointments: Our priority is to help patients start their treatment as soon as we can. This means you will be offered treatment at the location that can see you soonest.
- Medical need: Every patient referred for radiotherapy with us is different. Upon referral into our care, we will assess your medical needs and assign you to the location that is most suitable for you.
- Location: Where there are appointments available at the Cancer Centre in Whitchurch and at the Satellite Radiotherapy Unit in Nevill Hall, we will try to refer you to the one which is closest to your home.
Our Commitment:
We are dedicated to working with health boards in south east Wales to ensure you receive the best possible care. This centre is part of our ongoing effort to improve cancer services and outcomes for our community.
Looking Ahead:
The Radiotherapy Unit is set to open by summer 2025. We are excited to bring these advanced services to you and support your journey to recovery.
If you have any questions or need more information, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help you every step of the way.
Getting to the Velindre Radiotherapy Unit at Nevill Hall
Nevill Hall Hospital
Brecon Road
Abergavenny
NP7 7EG
By Car: Please view Google Maps for directions. On-site parking is available for patients receiving radiotherapy.
By Bus: View: Bus Times
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