St Stephen Health Care Hospital Paarl

St Stephen Health Care – Leading Oncology Treatment in Paarl

About St Stephen Health Care

At St Stephen Health Care, we walk alongside our patients from the moment of diagnosis, providing compassionate and professional support throughout their treatment journey. Our dedicated doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals ensure that each patient receives holistic, evidence-based care tailored to their individual needs.

Our focus is not only on treating cancer but also on empowering patients to understand their diagnosis and actively participate in their healing process. With state-of-the-art technology and a patient-centred approach, we strive to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients and their families.

Our Services

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy plays a key role in cancer treatment, either on its own or combined with other therapies such as radiation or surgery. It works by targeting and destroying rapidly dividing cancer cells, helping to slow or stop the spread of the disease. Our experienced team carefully customises chemotherapy plans to ensure effective and safe treatment while managing side effects.

Radiation Oncology

Radiation therapy, or radiotherapy, is a vital tool in cancer care. Our radiation oncologists use high-energy radiation to target and destroy cancer cells while minimising damage to surrounding healthy tissue.

We specialise in External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT), a highly effective and non-invasive treatment. EBRT is often used in combination with chemotherapy, hormone therapy, or surgery, depending on the type and stage of cancer.

Key features of our radiation therapy:

• Painless and non-invasive – similar to having an x-ray
• Delivered in daily sessions (Monday to Friday) over several weeks
• Customised treatment plans based on the patient’s diagnosis, age, and overall health
• Safe for family interaction – radiation does not make patients radioactive

At St Stephen Health Care, we utilise the Unique™ Performance Linear Accelerator from Varian Oncology Systems, an industry leader in radiation therapy. This advanced system allows for high precision, imaging, and speed, ensuring effective treatment with minimal side effects.

Our Values

We are committed to providing care that reflects our core values:

• Integrity – Upholding the highest ethical standards in medical treatment
• Professionalism – Delivering expert, evidence-based care
• Humanity – Treating every patient with dignity and compassion
• Caring – Offering continuous support to patients and their families

Additional Information

Personalised Treatment Plans

Each patient receives a customised course of treatment designed to address their unique condition. Factors such as the location and stage of cancer, type of disease, age, and general health all play a role in determining the most effective therapy.

Outpatient Services

Many of our treatments, including radiation therapy, are provided as outpatient services, allowing patients to continue their daily activities while receiving care.