Plans have been released for a new multi-million pound cancer centre which is set to replace one of the oldest buildings in use in the NHS.
The new Sussex Cancer Centre will cost £155 million and will use some of the newest innovations in cancer treatment.
The centre is set to be built in place of the Barry Building at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton.
Dr Sarah Westwell, consultant oncologist and chief of service for cancer at University Hospitals Sussex, said: “The building has been meticulously designed with our patients, their outcomes and wellbeing at the heart of every decision. It will bring state of the art purpose-built facilities, employing novel treatments and technologies, expertise, and research together in an environment that supports improved patient and staff experience.
“Our new cancer centre will bring world-class cancer care to Brighton and Sussex, helping to save lives at a time when one in two of us will get cancer in our lifetime.”
The Barry Building was first opened in 1828 and has treated patients for nearly 200 years.
Plans for the new building include a rendering of the exterior of the building, which will sit next to the new Louisa Martindale Building opened earlier this year.
As well as treating cancer patients the centre will also benefit oncology and haematology departments with state-of-the-art facilities.
The cancer centre is part of plans to improve the hospital which was given the green light in 2012.
A consultation for the plans has now been launched and is available until November 5.
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Robert Cairney, director of Capital Development and Planning for University Hospitals Sussex, said: “Stage 1 of the 3Ts Redevelopment, now known as the Louisa Martindale Building, has completely transformed the clinical environment for more than 30 wards and departments since it opened for patients a few months ago.
“Stage 2 will do the same for our radiotherapy, oncology and haematology departments and provide state-of-the-art facilities for patients receiving treatment for cancer too. “
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