In-Hospital Chemotherapy for Sarcoma

You will be admitted to the inpatient chemotherapy unit. The inpatient chemotherapy unit is next to the surgical ward where you may have a biopsy, surgery and postoperative recovery. Members of our interprofessional care team will care for you throughout your treatment. 

What to expect

On the day of your scheduled treatment, you will check in at the Cancer Care Clinic where you will be given an armband and blood labels. 

After checking in, you proceed to the inpatient chemotherapy unit where you will wait for your blood results.

Once your blood results are available, you will be called for your appointment with a medical oncologist. The oncologist will review your blood results with you and confirm if you are able to receive chemotherapy on that day.

If you are receiving chemotherapy that same day, you will then be directed to the admitting department on the main level to register and receive your inpatient wristband.

You will be assigned a room on the inpatient chemotherapy unit to receive your chemotherapy.

After receiving chemotherapy for two to five days, you will be ready for discharge. Discharge times vary depending on your treatment protocol, but are likely to be in the late evening. Your nurse will tell you your estimated discharge time. 

What to bring

• Health (OHIP) card or valid health-care coverage
• Hospital card
• A list of any current medications, herbal remedies or supplements (prescription and non-prescription)  
• Any recent test results you received before coming to Mount Sinai Hospital
• A list of your current physicians  
• A notepad and pen  
• The name, address and phone number of your drug store
• Snacks and drinks are welcome; we have a fridge you can use
• Comfort items from home, such as pillows and blankets
• Books or a tablet with headphones (we have free Wi-Fi)
• A support person, if desired