17.10.2018
Neil Britten, 63, from Buckinghamshire, near London, was first diagnosed with prostate cancer in early 2016. “My PSA then was 16…
Advanced prostate cancer – Neil Britten’s (UK) experience
Patient stories
Our patients talk about their experiences with their cancer treatment at Docrates.
If you have been our patient and want to share your own story, please contact Ella Kirjasniemi, tel. +358 50 500 1838 or Jonna Puisto, tel. +358 50 500 1835.
Prostate cancer: Risto chose radiotherapy instead of surgery
8.1.2019
Risto Laitinen, an active member of the Finnish Prostate Cancer Association, chose radiotherapy instead of surgery. Automation engineer and former…
Lennart’s story, advanced prostate cancer – 59 days from diagnosis to recovery
31.12.2018
How I got my life back thanks to efficient and fast cancer treatments. Personal experience by Lennart Andersson (59) Lidköping,…
Treating advanced prostate cancer – Magnus, 70, tells his story
22.1.2018
How I was diagnosed with and recovered from prostate cancer – a personal story by Magnus Kruse, Göteborg, Sweden It…
Outi’s story: Bilateral breast cancer
31.7.2017
By Anna-Maria Stawreberg Outi Swanljung was 67 years old when she heard the news: she had breast cancer. She wasn’t…
Patient’s story: Metastatic prostate cancer
13.3.2017
Torsten, 88, was treated at Docrates Cancer Center in Helsinki for his prostate cancer: “Today I have been given a…
Patient’s story: Breast cancer care at Docrates Cancer Center
7.3.2017
“For breast cancer patients, Docrates is the best place in the world!” In late 2016, Heli Auranen was on holiday…
Hannu’s story: HDR brachytherapy for prostate cancer at Docrates Cancer Center
7.3.2017
Effective treatment for prostate cancer with minimal adverse effects Hannu Remes, aged 66, visited Docrates for targeted HDR therapy for…
Raymond’s story – Prostate cancer
29.6.2016
Raymond talks about his experience with his cancer treatment at Docrates Cancer Center.
Krista’s story: Breast cancer
18.1.2016
Designing a new life When Krista Jännäri, an art director who runs her own advertising agency, received an invitation for…
Per`s story: Prostate cancer
18.1.2016
Per Fagerlund, 75, from Gothenburg had his PSA value measured when he was 68. PSA is a protein in the…
Maaria’s story: Breast cancer
18.1.2016
A daughter’s story As told by Pauliina, 25 It was a beautiful autumn Thursday in September 2011. I was expecting…
Helge’s and Aud’s story
18.1.2016
Many helping hands Furniture and home electronics shop owner Helge Viken, 61, was vacationing in Spain last autumn when he…
Olavi’s year
18.1.2016
Master of invention For Olavi “Olli” Lehto, who just celebrated his 78th birthday in late August, coming up with solutions to…
Claes’ story
18.1.2016
Men’s health Six months after completing his successful treatment for prostate cancer, Claes Lund opens the door of Docrates Cancer…
Lars Murman’s story
18.1.2016
The life-changing news In the winter of 2013, Lars Murman was stricken with prostate cancer. Lars is a business leader…
Kenneth`s story
18.1.2016
“When I step into Docrates, it feels like coming home to someone; the ambiance is cosy and welcoming.” Thus Kenneth…