We are tackling childhood cancer.
Crayon is a specialist Paediatric, Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology unit based in the Northern suburbs of the Cape Metropole. We offer an integrated service with a dedicated multidisciplinary team devoted to delivering the best possible care and outcomes for our young patients.
Crayon stands for (Childhood, Radiation, Adolescent, Young Adult, Oncology Network) and is a collaboration between Icon Oncology the leading network of oncologists in South Africa and Cancercare a trusted oncology service provider in the Western and Eastern Cape.
Together we are tackling childhood cancer. Taking fear out of treatment and ensuring a positive journey to better health for our young patients.
Real strength is a child fighting cancer with a smile on their face.
Our areas of cancer treatment focus
Paediatric
Oncology (0 -9 years)
The treatment of young children with cancer can be overwhelming for patients, parents, siblings and caretakers. Even the treatment team involved in providing care for little patients can find the process taxing. Crayon provides specialist paediatric radiation oncology services at our unit. All in a non-threatening and friendly environment.
Adolescent
Oncology (10 -19 years)
Teenagers living with cancer require tailored support that addresses their specific medical, emotional, social, and developmental needs. Crayon provides both medical and radiation oncology services at our unit. All in a safe, welcoming and accessible environment.
Young Adult
Oncology (20 - 39 years)
Young adults between the ages 20 and 39 years have very different needs to older patients. At Crayon we provide both medical and radiation oncology services, all in an age-appropriate environment which caters for medical, emotional and social needs.
A multi-disciplinary team of doctors.
Dr Gertjie Rossouw
MBChB, MMed(Paediatric), MPhil(Neonatology)
Dr Johann Riedemann
MBChB, MSc, FCRadOnc, MMed, PhD
Dr Annemie Burke
MBChB, FCA(Anes), MMed(US),DCH,DA
We focus on getting through treatment safely and with maximum efficacy. At the same time, we establish a platform for continuity of care, survivorship and potential consequences associated with cancer treatment.
Our stories and our latest news
Crayon and Icon Oncology Host a Cuppa For CANSA.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Let’s Enjoy a Cup of Tea to Raise Funds for CANSA! Crayon, a specialist Paediatric, Adolescent, and Young Adult
Specialist team celebrates the opening of Crayon Oncology Unit!
Winners announced for Crayon High School Art Competition which honours young cancer warriors. Crayon, a specialist Paediatric, Adolescent, and Young Adult Oncology unit based in
Illustrate ‘Dreams and Wishes’ of children fighting cancer and win!
Crayon art competition – great prizes for talented young artists September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Crayon has launched an exciting art competition in which it invites High
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