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Our patients' stories

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

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...

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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.

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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...

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Raymond’s story – Prostate cancer

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

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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...

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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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The number of Norwegian patients increased in 2023

Docrates Cancer Center has been treating Finnish and international patients in Helsinki for more than 15 years. In 2023, the...

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Docrates’ new workwear improves work satisfaction and patient safety

Docrates Cancer Center joined forces with Medanta, a pioneer in healthcare workwear, to create a more functional workwear collection for...

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New interview methodologies help cancer patients and their spouses deal with challenging circumstances

Riikka Talsi, M.Sc. (Tech), who defended her doctoral thesis at Aalto University School of Science, Department of Industrial Engineering and...

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When suspecting cancer, a prompt diagnosis and support is important – our oncologists are here to help

Cancer. The word alone makes the heart beat faster and fills people's minds with questions. What if I have cancer?...

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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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