Queensland Youth Cancer Services: for health professionals
Queensland Youth Cancer Service (QYCS) is for young people with cancer, aged between 15 to 25 years. The service also supports health professionals and community support services that care for young people living with cancer.
We can provide:
- information about national guidelines and resources.
- details of Queensland-specific support services, resources, and clinical pathways.
- capacity and capability training tailored to AYA specialist care for health professionals.
- access to the QYCS professional development program, including in-service programs, workshops, webinars and virtual Grand Rounds.
- research and quality improvement support.
- information about available and accessible clinical trials for your young people.
Referrals
We also welcome referrals from:
- General Practitioners (GP)
- hospital cancer services
- nursing, social work, psychology, medical, or other health professional team members
- schools
Young people and their families can also contact us directly. If they do, we will ask for the contact details of their treating specialist or GP.
To refer a patient, use the referral form (PDF 158 KB).
If you have any medical questions or would like information about referrals, contact our Clinical Nurse Consultant:
- on 07 3068 5090 or 0427 828 068
- at QYCS@health.qld.gov.au
They are available on Monday to Friday, except Public Holidays.
Resources for health professionals
- Queensland Youth Cancer Service Community Resource Guide (PDF 725 KB) - information about community-based organisations who provide assistance for young people living with cancer.
- Thinking Ahead - Your guide to school, study and work (PDF 5.7 MB) - information to help young people get back on track with school, study and work after a cancer diagnosis.
- MDT Procedure (PDF 168 KB) - guide for health professionals trained and involved in the treatment and care of young people living with cancer.
- Psychosocial Assessment (PDF 286 KB) - adolescent and young adult oncology screening tool.
- Fertility Referral – adolescent and young adult fertility preservation.
- Adolescent and Young Adult Optimal Care Pathways