The Service Specification of Acute Oncology Services (AOS) for the NHS in Wales has been developed in direct response to recommendations from the 2018 AOS Peer Review, and has been a collaborative effort involving specialists, associated services, and patients to establish unified care standards across local Health Boards and Velindre NHS Trust.
Aligned with the Welsh Government's 'Six Goals for Urgent Emergency Care,' this framework prioritises comprehensive care for cancer patients, focusing on treatment and supportive strategies. By emphasising eight core principles, it champions patient-centred care and decision making, aiming to minimise admissions, shorten hospital stays, minimise inequalities, and synchronize with broader NHS Wales improvement strategies.
The Cancer Network is grateful to the many patients and professionals across Wales who contributed to the development of the Service Specification, and look forward to working with Acute Oncology Services to support its implementation.
Service Specification of AOS for the NHS in Wales (English)
Manyleg Gwasanaeth ar gyfer AOS y GIG yng Nhymru (Cymraeg)