Emergency
Grand River Hospital's (GRH) oncology program consists of the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre (GRRCC) and inpatient oncology.
The GRRCC is located in the Balsillie Family Building, next to GRH’s KW Campus at 835 King Street West in Kitchener. We are open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
We are a full service cancer treatment and research centre. Our specialized areas of care include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, clinical trials, supportive care, inpatient oncology and palliative care.
Parking
Our KW Campus has several parking options for you depending on the length of your cancer treatment and/or hospital stay. Click here to view our various parking options.
Contact Us
If you’re a patient and would like to make an appointment change or need to contact a member of your health care team, please call us at 519-749-4380.
If you have a medical emergency after 4 pm, on a weekend or on a holiday, please go directly to the emergency department at Grand River Hospital or to your local hospital.
Patient and Family Advisory Council
Are you a former patient and looking to help transform the patient experience? Learn more about our Patient and Family Advisory Council and how you can make a difference in the care we provide.
Inpatient Oncology
The inpatient oncology unit is located on the sixth floor of Grand River Hospital’s KW Campus (with access to the cancer centre).
Patients sometimes need to be admitted to the inpatient oncology unit for their cancer treatment or because of the side effects related to their treatment or cancer. The length of stay will depend on the needs of each patient.
The inpatient oncology unit has a team of health care professionals including physicians, specialized oncology nurses, pharmacists, social workers, physical and occupational therapists, CCAC workers, dietitians, a spiritual care provider and clerical support.
Contact
You can reach the inpatient oncology unit by calling 519-749-4300, extension 2175.
Visiting
News and stories from GRH's cancer program
Medical oncologist Dr. Stacey Hubay wins GRH award of excellence
January 20, 2017Medical oncologist Dr. Stacey Hubay has won the latest GRH award of excellence for her compassionate care of patients facing very difficult diagnoses
Terry Leis: supporting patient care through purchasing
December 14, 2016Terry Leis may not provide direct patient care, but he has a strong stake in the success of Grand River Hospital.
New report shows cancer screening participation in Waterloo Wellington could be improved
December 7, 2016The number of people newly diagnosed with cancer in Ontario has increased over the last two decades and will continue to rise, largely due to an aging population. Certain cancers can be prevented or detected earlier by regular screening, but according to a new report released today by Cancer Care Ontario, many eligible Ontarians aren’t up to date with their screening tests.
GRH donors get great results during November blood drive
December 5, 2016When asked to roll up their sleeves in a special bid to support the blood supply, GRH’s people responded in a great way!
GRH receives awards for support of blood, organ and tissue donation
December 1, 2016Grand River Hospital has received accolades for its commitment to organ, tissue and blood donation from Canadian Blood Services and Trillium Gift of Life Network.
Discount parking available
GRH offers discount parking for patients and families who may have longer stays in the hospital.
Find out more about parking discounts.