Cancer Specialist (Medical)
Cancer Specialists are located in the Capital District Health Authority at the Nova Scotia Cancer Centre in Halifax, and in the Cape Breton District Health Authority at the Cape Breton Cancer Centre in Sydney.
The Cancer Centres also provide satellite services in various hospital locations throughout the province.
| Location(s) | Wait Time |
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| Cape Breton | 29 |
| Capital Health | 38 |
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Unit: Average calendar days Data Source: Cape Breton Cancer Centre and Nova Scotia Cancer Centre Data Period: September 2009 Next update: End of November 2009 |
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What is a Medical Cancer Specialist?
Medical Cancer Specialist is doctor who diagnose and treat people with cancer, mainly using chemotherapy (medications) or hormone therapy.
How do we measure wait times for Medical Cancer Specialists?
Wait times are currently measured by counting the number of calendar days from the day the referral arrives in the cancer centre to the day the specialist appointment takes place.