Our Patient and Families
8A is a 32-bed unit comprising a mix of adult patients with hematology/oncology disorders, patients receiving brachytherapy, and bone marrow/stem cell transplant patients Also the unit has an infusion room servicing both the cancer and internal medicine outpatients. The delivery of care is based on a collaborative approach among nursing, medicine and other services. Our highly specialized team promotes optimal care based on high professional standards.

Philosophy of Care
Coordinated Care is a process recently introduced on 8A which involves Nursing, Medicine, and other services, working together collaboratively to evaluate patients' needs and treatment plans. Care is outcome directed, based on goals determined by the patient, family, and healthcare team, and is delivered with an emphasis on efficiency and excellence.

Our Nursing Team
Nursing on 8A is highly skilled and specialized in the practice of bone marrow/stem cell transplant. The 8A environment fosters the professional development of hematology/oncology and bone marrow/stem cell transplant nurses, individually and collectively. It maintains an organizational structure and function that is responsive to the changing needs in the oncology field and the clients it represents.