The resignation of renowned breast cancer specialist surgeon Prof Carol-Ann Benn from the Helen Joseph Hospital has fuelled concerns about the loss of expertise for the public health sector amid existing pressures on cancer services in Gauteng.
According to Ncha, the system in place remains that new patients are seen on a Tuesday for diagnosis and are “booked within a week” for further treatment. She said there are currently between 400 and 550 outpatients and between 20 and 30 patients booked for surgery per month. She said there are no oncology specialists at Helen Joseph as this care is referred to Charlotte Maxeke.
“So much of what is in the clinic we raised money for — from painting the walls and décor to the chairs and furniture in counselling rooms.” Professor Benn’s approach has always been about putting the patient first. She has used her own money to buy things like surgical drains or surgical gloves so she could do her workHowever, she said it was clear the workplace environment had become increasingly untenable for Benn and the foundation’s team.
“Professor Benn’s approach has always been about putting the patient first. She has used her own money to buy things like surgical drains and surgical gloves so she could do her work.
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