IHBT Support team

The mission of the IHBT Support Team is to provide specialised supportive and palliative care to patients with haematological diseases and their relatives. We focus on improving the quality of life for patients at every stage of their treatment.

We provide expert support to patients in managing the physical and psychological symptoms of the disease, help them navigate through their treatment and support them in important life decisions. We also provide care to patients' family members and loved ones. The support team is also available to the medical staff of the IHBT.

We combine modern medicine with a holistic approach to people and their needs. We believe that every patient deserves an individual approach that respects their values and wishes. We encourage the active involvement of the patient and their loved ones in treatment and care decisions. Our goal is to provide patients with the highest possible quality of life at every stage of their illness.

We promote early integration of supportive care into the treatment process and emphasize teamwork and mutual support. We strive to continuously improve the quality of care at the IHBT.

Our team

Physicians

Jindřich Polívka, M.D., MHA, hematologist and palliative physician, head of the Support Team
Tel.: 221 977 147
Email: jindrich.polivka@uhkt.cz

Nurses

Martina Klejnová, DiS., nurse
Tel.: 776 350 239, 777 852 405
Email: martina.klejnova@uhkt.cz

Monika Vitovičová, nurse
Tel.: 721 614 579
Email: monika.vitovicova@uhkt.cz

Health and Social Worker

Bc. Alice Šimková, DiS., Health Social Worker
Tel.: 774 772 732, 722 617 313
Email: alice.simkova@uhkt.cz

Clinical psychologist

Mgr. Kateřina Rodná, clinical psychologist
Tel: 603 552 519
Email: katerina.rodna@uhkt.cz

Mgr. Marie Zemanová, clinical psychologist
Tel: on request
Email: marie.zemanova@centrum.cz

Chaplain

Mgr. Matěj Hájek Th.D., hospital chaplain
Tel.: 702 147 267
e-mail: matej.hajek@uhkt.cz

PT Administrator

Bc. Kristýna Prouzová, Administrator
Tel.: 771 254 107
e-mail: kristyna.prouzova@uhkt.cz

Experts working with the support team

Clinical ethicist, physiotherapist, nutritionist

When to contact the Support Team?

The patient and their relatives

Need help with symptom management (e.g. pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, nausea)
You are going through a challenging period of treatment and need help and support to cope with a challenging life situation
You are making important decisions about your future treatment
You need help with practical matters (communication with the authorities, state welfare benefits, social and health service brokerage)
You are worried about the future and want to talk about your wishes and ideas
You need support with existential issues and spiritual needs or help finding meaning in a difficult life situation
Need help and support after the loss of a loved one

Health professionals

Complex symptoms and patient needs requiring specialized care
Need support in communicating serious messages
Is the patient care situation ethically challenging for you
You are ending the hospitalization of a patient with complex needs
Are you looking for support in resolving conflict situations
You need help planning future care, including previously expressed wishes
Need to share with another your feelings and thoughts related to your profession

How to contact us:

Concierge service: 24 hours a day

Outpatient: Mon-Fri 8:00-15:30

Tel: 221 977 147, 221 977 440

Email: podpurnytym@uhkt.cz, podpurny_tym@uhkt.c