The pharmacy located in the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre (formerly known as the London Regional Cancer Program, or LRCP) is responsible for preparation of intravenous chemotherapy administered in the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre as well as dispensing of oral chemotherapy and supportive medications. The LRCP Pharmacy is exclusively for patients of the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre.
Chemotherapy orders are computer generated in the cancer centre. Pharmacists in the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre pharmacy review all chemotherapy orders for appropriateness to ensure that the chemotherapy regimen and dose are correct for each patient.
The pharmacists are also involved in maintaining the various chemotherapy regimens used at Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre. They provide answers to drug-related questions from nurses and doctors throughout the cancer centre, coordinate various clinical drug trials operating at the cancer centre, and attend multidisciplinary rounds. Pharmacists also assess any drug interactions and provide counseling to patients on new medications. It is important to bring an up-to-date list of your medications and allergies to every appointment at Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre.
Location, Hours of Operation and Contact information
LRCP Pharmacy, Room A2-800 is located on the second floor of the Verspeeten Family Care Centre.
Hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Hours are subject to change on statutory holidays, please call for more information.
Telephone: 519-685-8606
Fax: 519-685-8604
