Dr. Colum Smith

Hunter New England Health Director of Cancer Services, Colum Smith, said the appointment would stabilise the services offered from Tamworth Hospital, as well as increase the clinics back up to two days per week.
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"We understand that it has been a difficult time for people and we're pleased that our extensive search for a medical oncologist has resulted in Dr Hadley accepting an initial three-month contract," Dr Smith said.
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"I'd like to thank Tamworth Hospital oncology patients, their carers and the wider community for their understanding as we undertake the challenging task of finding a medical oncologist to serve Tamworth Hospital," Dr Smith said.
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Dr Smith said the Area Health Service remained committed to finding long-term solutions for the delivery of ongoing cancer care at Tamworth Hospital for the communities of the New England region.

"The appointment of a full-time permanent medical oncologist to provide services to Tamworth is still our priority, and we'll continue to provide the best service we can through Calvary Mater Newcastle Oncology Department," Dr Smith said.

Area Director of Cancer Services, Dr Colum Smith said the projects focus on a specific area of cancer care and the delivery of improved and more accessible cancer services to people living in the Hunter New England Health region.
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There is also a strong focus on improving the delivery of culturally appropriate cancer care to Indigenous Australians," Dr Colum Smith said.

Area cancer services director Dr Colum Smith said the number of cases diagnosed was 7% lower than the state average."This shows that it's more than likely a case of men not going for screenings," he said.

Hunter New England Health's Director of Cancer Services Dr Colum Smith will officially open the exhibition.