Neuroendocrine cancer treatment near Penrith
Neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) are rare cancers that start in neuroendocrine cells. These cells are found throughout the body, but most commonly in the gastrointestinal tract (gut), lungs and pancreas.
A person with a suspected or confirmed neuroendocrine cancer should:
- have their care overseen by a specialist who is a member of a multidisciplinary cancer care team
- attend their first specialist appointment within two weeks of being referred by the general practitioner (GP).
Who to see
The diagnosis and treatment of neuroendocrine cancer involves a team of specialists.
A referral from a general practitioner (GP) is required for an appointment.
Surgeons
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Dr Christopher Nahm Hepatobiliary Surgeon, Pancreatic Surgeon, Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon in Bella Vista (23.97km)
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Dr Emma Johnston Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Pancreatic Surgeon in Bella Vista (23.97km)
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Dr Lawrence Yuen Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Hepatobiliary Surgeon, Pancreatic Surgeon in Bella Vista (23.97km)
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Prof Michael Hollands Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Pancreatic Surgeon in Bella Vista (23.97km)
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Prof Vincent Lam Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Hepatobiliary Surgeon, Pancreatic Surgeon in Bella Vista (23.97km)
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Prof Henry Pleass Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Hepatobiliary Surgeon, Pancreatic Surgeon in Westmead (27.49km)
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Dr Jothi Murugesan Colorectal Surgeon, General Surgeon in Westmead (27.61km)
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A/Prof Arthur Richardson Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Hepatobiliary Surgeon, Pancreatic Surgeon in Westmead (28.11km)
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Dr Tony Pang Hepatobiliary Surgeon, Pancreatic Surgeon in Castle Hill (28.16km)
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Dr Michelle Smigielski Colorectal Surgeon in Oran Park (28.58km)
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Medical oncologists
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Dr Siobhan O'Neill Medical Oncologist in Blacktown (20.88km)
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A/Prof Adnan Nagrial Medical Oncologist in Blacktown (20.92km)
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Dr Mark Wong Medical Oncologist in Blacktown (20.92km)
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A/Prof Weng Ng Medical Oncologist in Liverpool (28.04km)
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Dr Emilia Ip Cancer Genetic Specialist, Medical Oncologist in Liverpool (29.08km)
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Dr Aflah Roohullah Medical Oncologist in Liverpool (29.09km)
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Dr Wei Chua Medical Oncologist in Liverpool (29.13km)
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Dr Tam Bui Medical Oncologist in Concord West (38.21km)
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Dr Annette Tognela Medical Oncologist in Campbelltown (38.33km)
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Dr Stephanie Lim Medical Oncologist in Campbelltown (38.39km)
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Radiation oncologists
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Dr Jayasingham Jayamohan Radiation Oncologist in Bella Vista (23.9km)
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Dr Meredith Johnston Radiation Oncologist in Liverpool (29.05km)
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Dr Trang Pham Radiation Oncologist in Liverpool (29.1km)
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Dr Mark Lee Radiation Oncologist in Liverpool (29.12km)
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Dr Karen Wong Radiation Oncologist in Liverpool (29.13km)
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Dr Roya Merie Radiation Oncologist in Concord West (38.25km)
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Dr Andrej Bece Radiation Oncologist in Hurstville (44.81km)
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Dr Gina Hesselberg Radiation Oncologist in Kogarah (47.64km)
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Dr Raymond Wu Radiation Oncologist in Camperdown (47.97km)
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Dr Regina Tse Radiation Oncologist in Camperdown (47.98km)
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Other specialists
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Dr Elisa Tyson Endocrinologist in Hornsby (38.9km)
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A/Prof Rory Clifton-Bligh Endocrinologist in St Leonards (46.58km)
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Dr Venessa Tsang Endocrinologist in St Leonards (46.58km)
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Dr Lyndal Tacon Endocrinologist in St Leonards (46.86km)
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A/Prof Diana Learoyd Endocrinologist in St Leonards (47.03km)
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Dr Christopher Rowe Endocrinologist in Charlestown (127.17km)
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Dr Emma Croker Endocrinologist in Charlestown (127.17km)
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Dr Shaun McGrath Endocrinologist in Charlestown (127.17km)
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Dr Sham Acharya Endocrinologist in Kotara (130.29km)
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Dr Tuan Quach Endocrinologist in New Lambton Heights (130.48km)
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Gastroenterologists
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Dr Kieran Longley Gastroenterologist in Westmead (28.1km)
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Dr David Abi-Hanna Gastroenterologist in Liverpool (29.14km)
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A/Prof Miriam Levy Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist in Liverpool (29.25km)
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Dr Scott Davison Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist in Liverpool (29.26km)
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Dr Mark Bonnichsen Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist in Concord West (38.21km)
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Where to have treatment
Treatment for neuroendocrine cancer may include surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Many people with a neuroendocrine cancer have a combination of these treatments.
Surgery for neuroendocrine cancer
Hospitals for neuroendocrine cancer surgery are listed below. Results are ordered by distance from Penrith NSW.
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Nepean Cancer & Wellness Centre Public Cancer Centre in Kingswood (2.48km)
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Blacktown Cancer and Haematology Centre Public Cancer Centre in Blacktown (20.97km)
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Norwest Chemotherapy and Day Infusion Centre Private Cancer Service in Bella Vista (24.1km)
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Western Sydney Private Oncology and Infusion Centre Private Cancer Service in Westmead (27.49km)
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Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre Public Cancer Centre in Westmead (28.14km)
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Sydney Southwest Day Oncology Private Cancer Service in Liverpool (28.91km)
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Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre Public Cancer Centre in Liverpool (29.21km)
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Bankstown Cancer Centre Public Cancer Centre in Bankstown (36.68km)
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San Integrated Cancer Centre Private Cancer Centre in Wahroonga (37.53km)
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Icon Cancer Centre Revesby Private Cancer Service in Revesby (37.7km)
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Other treatment centres
NSW Lutate Service
People with a neuroendocrine tumour, for whom a multidisciplinary cancer care team (MDT) has established that Lutate is a valid treatment option, should be referred to one of the two Lutate services:
- Royal North Shore Hospital Neuroendocrine (Lutate) MDT
- St George Cancer Centre Neuroendocrine (Lutate) MDT.
(Lutate is not given to all people with neuroendocrine cancer)
Results are ordered by distance from Penrith NSW.
Radiotherapy centres
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Nepean Cancer & Wellness Centre Public Cancer Centre in Kingswood (2.48km)
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Blacktown Cancer and Haematology Centre Public Cancer Centre in Blacktown (20.97km)
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GenesisCare Norwest Private Cancer Centre in Bella Vista (23.9km)
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Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre Public Cancer Centre in Westmead (28.14km)
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Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre Public Cancer Centre in Liverpool (29.21km)
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Icon Cancer Centre Wahroonga Private Cancer Service in Wahroonga (37.43km)
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Icon Cancer Centre Revesby Private Cancer Service in Revesby (37.7km)
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GenesisCare Concord Private Cancer Service in Concord West (38.06km)
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Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre Public Cancer Centre in Campbelltown (38.44km)
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Icon Cancer Centre Concord Private Cancer Service in Concord West (38.47km)
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Hospitals for cancer surgery
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Concord Repatriation General Hospital Public Hospital in Concord (38.27km)
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Royal North Shore Hospital Public Hospital in St Leonards (46.81km)
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St George Hospital Public Hospital in Kogarah (47.61km)
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Chris O'Brien Lifehouse Public-Private Cancer Centre in Camperdown (47.94km)
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Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Public Hospital in Camperdown (48km)
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Prince of Wales Hospital Public Hospital in Randwick (54.01km)
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Calvary Mater Newcastle Public Hospital in Waratah (134.2km)
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Coffs Harbour Health Campus Public Hospital in Coffs Harbour (443.6km)
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Gold Coast University Hospital (QLD) Public Hospital in Southport (693.16km)
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Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (QLD) Public Hospital in Bowen Hills (735.85km)
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Find a cancer care team
All people with neuroendocrine cancer in NSW should have their treatment overseen by a multidisciplinary cancer care team (MDT).
A multidisciplinary cancer care team is a group of health care professionals who work together to ensure that a patient receives the best care and outcomes.
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Western Sydney Local Health District Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer MDT
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Liverpool-Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre Colorectal Cancer MDT
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Liverpool-Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer MDT
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Concord Cancer Centre Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer MDT
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Royal North Shore Hospital Neuroendocrine Cancer (Lutate) MDT
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St George Cancer Care Centre Neuroendocrine (Lutate) MDT
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Prince of Wales Neuroendocrine Cancer MDT
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John Hunter Endocrine Surgery MDT
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Children and youth services
There are services that provide specialised treatment and support to children and young people with cancer.
- Cancer services for children (0-14 years)
- Cancer services for young people (15-25 years)
Tests and timeframes
National optimal care pathways have been developed to guide recommended care at each stage of the cancer pathway.
Neuroendocrine tumours information
More information about the neuroendocrine tumours optimal care pathway is available in these fact sheets:
- Quick reference guide for health professionals
- Fact sheet for patients in plain English and other languages
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