Thyroid cancer treatment near Woodford

A person with a suspected or confirmed thyroid cancer should:

  • have their care overseen by a specialist who is a member of a multidisciplinary cancer care team
  • attend their first specialist appointment within two weeks of being referred by the general practitioner (GP).
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Who to see

The diagnosis and treatment of thyroid cancer involves a team of specialists.

A referral from a general practitioner (GP) is required for an appointment.

Where to have treatment

Treatment for thyroid cancer may include surgery, hormone therapy, radioactive iodine or, in some cases, radiotherapy. Many people with thyroid cancer have surgery and hormone therapy.

Surgery for thyroid cancer

Hospitals for thyroid cancer surgery are listed below. Results are ordered by distance from Woodford NSW.

Other treatment centres

Results are ordered by distance from Woodford NSW.

Find a cancer care team

All people with thyroid cancer in NSW should have their treatment overseen by a multidisciplinary cancer care team (MDT).

A multidisciplinary cancer care team is a group of health care professionals who work together to ensure that a patient receives the best care and outcomes. 

Children and youth services

There are services that provide specialised treatment and support to children and young people with cancer.

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