Diagnosed with cancer in Mallorca: what happens next and where to find support
After a cancer diagnosis in Mallorca, ask the clinician who gave you the result to explain what is known so far, who is responsible for the next step and when you should hear from them. Write down the contact details and ask what to do if the appointment or call doesn’t come. You can take someone with you if the clinic allows it.
Get clear about the next appointment
Depending on the cancer and the tests already done, your team may arrange more tests, refer you to a specialist or discuss the case in a multidisciplinary meeting. Ask which team will see you, whether you need to do anything to book, and whom to contact about symptoms or concerns while you wait. Son Espases has a medical oncology service. The right hospital and specialty for you depend on your referral and clinical needs.
Keep your records and check your cover
Ask for copies of any available clinic letters, pathology or biopsy reports, scan reports and images. Keep a current list of medicines and allergies. If you need interpreting or a translated explanation, raise it when the appointment is booked so you can plan how to get help.
If you’re using private insurance, ask about the specialist network, authorisation and which tests or treatments your policy covers. If you have access to public care and want to move from private to public care, contact your assigned public health centre or clinical team to ask how to submit reports and arrange a referral. If you’re visiting Mallorca, contact your insurer and the treating team about cover and whether onward care or travel is appropriate.
Where to find support in Mallorca
Cancer Support Mallorca offers practical and emotional support to patients and people close to them. Ask the charity about counselling, hospital drop-ins and available practical help, such as language support or transport. Its Mallorca number is +34 659 887 455, and it accepts WhatsApp messages. Contact the charity to confirm availability.
In our podcast interview, Bronwen Griffiths talks about navigating appointments, getting help with paperwork and what the charity can do for families. If you’ve already started treatment, keep your clinical team’s urgent contact instructions handy and use the number they give you if you’re unwell. For a medical emergency call 112 or 061.
Useful vocabulary in English, Spanish and Catalan
| English | Spanish | Catalan |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosis | diagnóstico | diagnòstic |
| Referral | derivación | derivació |
| Biopsy | biopsia | biòpsia |
| Pathology report | informe de anatomía patológica | informe d’anatomia patològica |
| Oncology | oncología | oncologia |
| Treatment plan | plan de tratamiento | pla de tractament |
| Who should I call if I feel unwell? | ¿A quién debo llamar si me encuentro mal? | A qui he de telefonar si em trob malament? |
Frequently asked questions
Will I be treated at Son Espases?
Your referral and clinical needs determine which hospital or specialist sees you. Ask your referring team where your next appointment will be and when to expect it.
Can Cancer Support Mallorca help family members too?
Yes. The charity offers support for people affected by cancer, including those close to someone with a diagnosis. Ask about the services currently available.
What should I bring to my first specialist appointment?
Bring identification and health cover details, your medicines and allergies list, and any reports or images you’ve been given. Ask the clinic what else it needs.
Official information and useful links
- Listen to Bronwen Griffiths on Cancer Support Mallorca
- Cancer Support Mallorca’s services
- Contact Cancer Support Mallorca
- Son Espases medical oncology service
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