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Media Alert: Groote Schuur Hospital to unveil new halcyon radiotherapy machine

1 October 2019

On 2 October 2019, Groote Schuur Hospital will unveil its new halcyon radiotherapy machine. This is the latest innovation in the Hospital’s Oncology Department following the construction of a new bunker, the installation of two radiotherapy machines, and the addition of a new state-of-the-art brachytherapy machine. This halcyon radiotherapy machine will enable the Hospital to deliver high-quality treatments, and reduce patient waiting times.

On the day, Head of Radiation Oncology Professor Jeannette Parkes will highlight the machine’s key features. There will also be a testimony of the first patient who recently used the machine.
 

Date:       Wednesday, 2 October 2019

Venue:    Radiation Oncology Department, Lecture Theatre D-floor, Groote Schuur Hospital

Time:       13:00 – 14:30

Media Enquiries: 

Alaric Jacobs
Principal Communications Officer
Groote Schuur Hospital
Tel: +27 (0)21 404 2188
Cell: +27 (0)83 412 5608
Email : Alaric.jacobs@westerncape.gov.za