Portsmouth
+44(0)2392 471 966
Overview
Centre leader
Jimmy Kwok
"Providing seamless, fast access to innovative cancer treatments and the highest standards of patient care"
Treatment available
Integrative cancer care available
Centre brochure
Portsmouth centre for world-class treatment
At our Portsmouth specialist outpatient cancer centre, our highly experienced team is here to change the way people experience cancer care – from symptoms to survivorship.
People come to GenesisCare oncology center in Portsmouth from all over South East England and beyond for the latest cancer diagnostics and treatments, our state-of-the-art facilities and our expert medical teams, including consultants practicing at local and nationally recognised hospitals.
We’re open and continuing to treat cancer without delay. Additional measures are in place at our centre to ensure your safety during your visit.
Why choose GenesisCare in Portsmouth?
- Advanced cancer care as standard - with cutting-edge treatments, we offer some of the UK’s most advanced cancer therapies
- Fast and easy access - no waiting lists means treatment can start five days from referral or even the same day. You can self-pay or use insurance, and we can help guide you through the process
- Expert doctors - our team comprises some of the most experienced clinicians in their field who are proud to support you through your personal cancer journey
- Personalised care - your complete care plan is designed to support you physically and emotionally, including exercise medicine and wellbeing therapies in partnership with Penny Brohn UK
You not only made me feel welcome but reassured at every step of the way
-Patient, Portsmouth
What we offer
We provide the latest diagnostic modalities and appointments from 24 hours. Our rapid access services diagnose any condition which is causing your symptoms and will ensure you have the treatment you need as quickly as possible.
We invest in the latest technologies so we can offer many of the most up-to-date types of radiotherapy for all adult cancer types. Your treatment will be personalised to you, and we use special techniques that can reduce side effects.
We have partnered with the charity Penny Brohn UK to provide a unique and evidence-informed approach to supporting your emotional and physical wellbeing during your cancer treatment and beyond. Our on-site Penny Brohn wellbeing consultant is available to you throughout your time as one of our patients.
Our patient stories
If you want to learn more about what our patients say about us, the care they received and their advice to others, you can find articles and videos from some of our patients covering their experiences on our stories page.
How was your experience with us?
If you’ve been a patient with us at GenesisCare in Portsmouth, whether for a consultation, test, scan or treatment, we’d like to hear from you. We strive to provide all of our patients with world-class treatment, and your feedback is extremely important to help us do that.
You can quickly and easily leave us a review here.
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By car
By train
We are located just off the B2149, take the A27 and take the exit towards B2149 Havant/Hayling Island. From the A3M, exit at junction 2 and follow signs to Emsworth for approximately 4 miles.
We are a short taxi ride away from Havant station, which has frequent connections with London Victoria, London Waterloo, Portsmouth Harbour and Southampton Central stations.
Car parking
Difficulty getting to us?
There is plenty of free on-site parking.
When required, we’ll help our patients with transport depending on treatment and locations. Please enquire for more details.
Our patient administration team will call you to confirm your appointment details with you and answer any questions you may have.
Your care team will let you know if there’s anything you need to do to prepare for your appointment, for example if you need to avoid eating before or what to bring with you.
When you arrive, you’ll see our Portsmouth cancer centre and car park on your left. We are situated next door to Spire Portsmouth.
One of our receptionists will check you in and show you our comfortable waiting room before your appointment. We have free tea and coffee facilities for all visitors. Just let us know if there’s anything else you need.
At your first consultation, your doctor will discuss what to expect during any tests, scans or treatments you need. They’ll ask you to complete a consent form before any procedures or treatment. This is a standard requirement and helps make sure you understand exactly what to expect. If you’re unsure of anything, please just ask. Your consultant will take the time to explain and provide additional resources for you if needed.
You can also ask your care team questions at any time if you have any queries or need advice. They’re here to help you throughout your treatment and beyond.
Your care team will give you plenty of advice about what to expect following your appointment. We have plenty of resources such as brochures and webpages to help you, from what’ll happen during your treatment sessions to nutritional advice to help manage symptoms.
For diagnostic tests and scans, we’ll let you know when you can expect your results. We always aim to get these back to your doctor as soon as possible so you don’t have to wait long.
If you’re having treatment, you’ll be given advice about aftercare, what to do once you’re home and any potential side effects and how to manage them. We’ll arrange follow-ups with you to check how you’re doing and that the treatment is working as expected.
Doctors
Dr Anne Suovuori
Specialist in Radiotherapy and Oncology The University of Turku, Finland 1993
Clinical Oncologist
Portsmouth
