Patients and carers
Patients, families and carers are at the centre of everything we do. At Peter Mac you will receive world-class cancer care and treatment, informed by the latest research. We will empower you with information and support throughout your cancer journey.
Health professionals
We work closely with clinicians to deliver the best cancer detection, treatment and care. Refer a patient, find out about our treatments and services and access high quality resources.
Research
We are Australia’s largest cancer research centre. More than 700 laboratory and clinical researchers are improving treatment and care and finding cures for cancer. Learn more about our researchers and their ground-breaking work.
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Evusheld is an extra COVID-19 medication that provides added protection for vulnerable patients. Peter Mac is recommending this medication for patients with blood cancer, or cancer patients who are immunosuppressed. A clinic at Peter Mac's Parkville location will be administering doses of Evusheld between 27 June and 29 July, 2022. Evusheld protects against all variants of COVID-19 that have been identified to date. Research studies have shown that it may help reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection for at least 6 months. Ask your doctor about whether Evusheld is suitable for you. You can watch a patient information video about Evusheld below, or click here to download the Evusheld Patient Guide. Evusheld is made up of two medications designed to work together against COVID-19. These medications can prevent the virus from entering human cells and reduce the chance of becoming seriously ill due to COVID-19 infection. Evusheld is given in addition to COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters and is not a replacement for them.
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We offer care that goes beyond treatment
Peter Mac has a wellbeing approach to care. We base this on a fundamental belief that the best cancer care treats the person and the disease. The Wellbeing Centre is a sanctuary for patients, their families and carers. It is a gathering place that is open, accepting and welcoming for all.
Cancer can be hard to deal with and we know that getting treatment is only part of it. You might have other challenges and need help with them. We offer many kinds of help for you, your loved ones, and your carers. Each resource can help you deal with how cancer affects your body, emotions and money.
The Victorian Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Service is a team of health and other professionals who specialise in the care of young people aged 15 to 25. We work with you and your healthcare team to support you at all stages of the cancer journey, anywhere in Victoria.
You are a carer if you’re taking care of someone with cancer. You might be a family member, friend or neighbour. Our wonderful volunteer service is here to help to make things a little easier for you and the person you’re caring for. They offer a range of support, resources, and items to help you.
The Psychosocial Oncology Program is a multidisciplinary team. This includes clinical psychologists, social workers, PCLNs, and psychiatrists/psychiatric registrars. They assess patients at risk of mental health problems. They will also assess and treat those with current mental health problems.