Non-Specific Symptoms (NSS) Clinic

What we do

We see patients who may have a suspected cancer.

Our patients may have been referred to us by their GP because they have symptoms or test results which may be related to a possible underlying cancer.

We either confirm or rule out a cancer ideally within 28 days of being referred to us by their GP. Most patients referred to us do not have a cancer diagnosis, so we might instead diagnose a non-cancerous condition and, where appropriate, will provide a plan, referring the patient to a specialist team or to their GP.

When a possible cancer is identified, we will refer the patient to the site-specific cancer team to continue investigating and discuss treatment.

Who we are

Clinical leads

Dr Jo Kirkcaldy
Dr Juliet Bailey

We both share the clinical leadership of the service, and we both offer a clinic once a week also.

Clinical nurse specialists

Emma
Tessa
Laura

Our experienced cancer nurse specialists will support you after your first appointment.

Care navigator

Helen Louth
Tel: 01803 655568
Email: NSS care navigator

Please contact Helen if you have any questions about the service, referrals, investigation and clinic appointments.