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Our patients' stories

Our patients tell about their experiences with their cancer treatment at Docrates.

Why choose Docrates?

There are as many reasons as there are patients. What is important to you? The most important thing for us is the satisfaction of our patients. 91 % of them believe in us so much that they would also recommend us to their loved ones. Therefore Docrates.

Individual treatment was designed using genetic research - Jaana Nurmi, who has recovered from breast cancer
Published 13.02.2023

The story of a breast cancer patient: You have to focus on the good things, even if the world keeps spinning

It is December, and the first long year of the pandemic is nearing its end. A couple is sitting in...

Published 13.02.2023

Cancer diagnosis did not stop Mika Piltz: “I’m grateful that quality of life can be improved with the right treatment methods”

Getting diagnosed with prostate cancer turned the world of Mika Piltz, 54, upside down in 2021. His calendar was filled...

Published 18.11.2022

Janos Uotila’s prostate cancer was treated in a private cancer hospital

There's a man in the hospital lobby with a smile on his face. Janos Uotila, 45, has become familiar with...

Published 14.06.2022

Malcolm: Today, I appreciate more time spent with my family

Malcolm Clark, 65, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in late 2017. He didn’t feel sick, so the information about having...

Published 24.02.2022

Mikael: Now I’m going to make the most of every moment

When Mikael Lagström, 67, who had an advanced and aggressive prostate cancer, sought cancer treatment from Docrates, he hoped to...

Published 24.02.2022

Hans received effective treatment for advanced prostate cancer

For 15 years, Hans' situation has varied from desperation to hope. Now he wants to share with us the journey...

Published 20.01.2022

Prostate cancer – Claes’ story

At Docrates Cancer Center Claes' cancer treatments could be adjusted according to his challenging work schedules.

Published 31.12.2021

Jaana, breast cancer survivor: At Docrates, it’s the quality of life that matters, not the statistics

We are meeting with Jaana Nurmi on a couch in Kaffila, a volunteer-run cafe in the community house Bokvillan on...

Published 29.12.2021

The story of a Swedish breast cancer patient: “I didn’t want to wait any longer.”

Merja Kailokari, who lives in Stockholm, Sweden, with her family, was first diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 43...

Published 27.12.2021

Prostate cancer: Risto chose radiotherapy instead of surgery

Risto Laitinen, an active member of the Finnish Prostate Cancer Association, chose radiotherapy instead of surgery. Automation engineer and former...

Published 27.04.2020

Treating advanced prostate cancer – Magnus, 70, tells his story

How I was diagnosed with and recovered from prostate cancer – a personal story by Magnus Kruse, Göteborg, Sweden.

Published 27.04.2020

Outi’s story: Bilateral breast cancer

Outi Swanljung was 67 years old when she heard the news: she had breast cancer. She wasn't surprised. "I was...

Published 27.04.2020

Patient’s story: Metastatic prostate cancer

When Torsten Lundberg was 88 years old, he began his cancer treatment. "I had had cancer for several years without...

Published 27.04.2020

Hannu’s story: HDR brachytherapy for prostate cancer at Docrates Cancer Center

Hannu Remes, aged 66, visited Docrates for targeted HDR therapy for prostate cancer in late 2015.

Published 27.04.2020

Patient’s story: Breast cancer care at Docrates Cancer Center

In late 2016, Heli Auranen was on holiday with her husband when she became concerned about a lump in her...

Published 27.04.2020

Raymond’s story – Prostate cancer

Raymond talks about his experience with his cancer treatment at Docrates Cancer Center.

Published 27.04.2020

Per`s story: Prostate cancer

Per Fagerlund, 75, from Gothenburg had his PSA value measured when he was 68. PSA is a protein in the...

Published 27.04.2020

Lars Murman’s story

In the winter of 2013, Lars Murman was stricken with prostate cancer. Now he has learned much about prostate cancer...

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Individually planned physiotherapy for cancer patients

Physiotherapy offers versatile methods and treatments that improve the quality of life and functional capacity of cancer patients during all...

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The most aggressive cancers: pancreatic, lung and liver cancer show the fastest progression

The most aggressive cancers with the shortest life expectancy from diagnosis are pancreatic cancer, lung cancer and hepatocellular carcinoma or...

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Meet the staff at Docrates Cancer Center – Introducing Chief Physician of Medical Oncology Tuomo Alanko

Tuomo Alanko, specialist in oncology and chemotherapy as well as clinical drug trials, has been a part of the skilled...

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Docrates Cancer Center expands its hospital in Helsinki

June 26, 2023 | Docrates Cancer Center has decided to invest in a considerable expansion of its facilities in Jätkäsaari,...

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Why come to Docrates Cancer Center?

  • Top cancer experts and effective treatments without delay.
  • Individual care. You have your own care team - your doctor and your nurse.
  • Front line cancer treatment. Latest medical technology combined with proven expertise in cancer care.
  • Experience in treating international patients from over 60 countries. Multilingual personnel.
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