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  • Lung cancer

    When you are under investigation for or diagnosed with lung cancer, you will be under a team of specialist doctors and nurses. Our team covers North Tyneside and Northumberland. Anyone can develop…

  • Meet the Team in Berwick - Louise Melvin

    Meet the Team in Berwick - Louise Melvin   How long have you worked at/done a clinic at Berwick Infirmary? I started working on ward 1 at Berwick Infirmary in 2021 when I relocated back…

  • Meet the team in Berwick - Gareth Hicks

    Meet some of the staff working in Berwick and hear their thoughts on the construction of the new hospital.

  • Cancer of unknown primary (CUP)

    If cancer has spread in your body without an obvious primary (the site where the cancer started), we call this a cancer of unknown primary (CUP). Sometimes we can find the original cancer with…

  • Frequently Asked Questions

      What if I do not speak English? If English is not your first language, do not worry. We can book an interpreter to come to your appointment. Please ring us on 0344 728 0554, so we can book…

  • Stop smoking support

    Ready to go smoke free? Congratulations on your decision to stop smoking - you’ve made a big step. Once you know the risks of smoking, and all the benefits of quitting, you’ll know…

  • Triggers and how to manage them

    There will be times during your journey to becoming a successful quitter when you crave a cigarette. Cravings usually last between 5-10 minutes and can be managed…

  • Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital

  • How to make a complaint

    If you are unhappy with the treatment or service you have received, you have the right to make a complaint, have it investigated and receive a response. Care will be taken to ensure your complaint…

  • Medical Day Case Unit / Discharge Lounge

    Location North Tyneside General Hospital Ward Name / Number Medical Day Unit/Discharge Lounge (formerly ward 18)…