Day medical patients include those undergoing chemotherapy, radiation oncology and renal dialysis.
Chemotherapy
Patients are usually referred by their doctor who has prescribed treatment as a day only patient. The Patricia Ritchie Centre for Cancer Care and Research at the Mater Hospital is designed for the comfort and safety of patients who need medical procedures that require observation for some time but not an overnight stay.
Highly trained and experienced nursing staff care for our patients while they are in the centre. Other members of the treatment and support team include pharmacists, physiotherapists, breast care nurses, pastoral carers, counsellors/clinical psychologists and/or relaxation therapists. read more…
Radiation oncology
Radiotherapy is primarily used in the management of cancer. It can also be used for certain non-cancerous or benign conditions. At the Mater, radiotherapy is provided by Radiation Oncology Associates Pty Ltd..
Renal dialysis
The Mater's Renal Dialysis Unit, in association with Fresenius Australia, offers the most modern techniques of dialysis and monitoring to ensure safe and comfortable treatment. Experienced and qualified nurses staff the renal unit and nephrologists are present for each dialysis.
Managed by Fresenius Australia, the unit has the latest technology, including hi-flux dialysers, haemodiafiltration and state-of-the-art Fresenius machines.
Many overseas patients who require dialysis while visiting Sydney attend the Mater and comment on its outstanding service and care.
The unit is situated at 272 Pacific Highway, Crows Nest. Light meals and refreshments are provided and a range of personalised treatments make this a preferred unit for many patients.
Hours of treatment are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 6.30am until 8pm as well as Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 6am until 2pm
