Icon Cancer Centre Hobart has proudly delivered world-class, exceptional cancer care close to home for the local Tasmanian community since opening in 2017. The centre is led by a team of highly experienced cancer specialists who provide a wide range of cutting-edge treatment options including radiation therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy. Our dedicated, multidisciplinary team are committed to understanding each patient’s individual needs and supporting them throughout their treatment journey. Icon Hobart is conveniently located 500m from Hobart Private Hospital. Our patients are seen by one doctor for the duration of their treatment.
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Existing patient or referral
03 6240 2600
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03 6240 2600
03 9086 7990
2 Melville Street (Entrance via 98 Campbell Street),
Hobart TAS 7000
Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 5:00pm
Getting here
By car
Car park entrance via Campbell Street or Melville Street. Pedestrian entrance to the Centre is via Campbell Street
By public transport
Bus stops are located close to the centre on Argyle Street and Campbell Street. For specific information on public transport options, please visit Metro Tasmania or phone 13 22 01.
Treatment and care at Icon Cancer Centre Hobart
- Precise radiation therapy treatment for all cancer types using a state-of-the-art Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator
- Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH) – A technique for breast cancer patients that reduces the potential impact of radiation on the heart
- HyperArc – An advanced technique that precisely target multiple intra-cranial metastases with high doses of radiation whilst minimising doses to surrounding healthy brain tissue
- IDENTIFY Surface Guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT) – An advanced technology that delivers highly-accurate radiation therapy without the need to have permanent tattoo marks
- Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) – A technique that utilises advanced imaging equipment and computer software (including MRI, CT and x-ray) to precisely target a tumour with radiation beams
- Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) – A technique that delivers high dose radiation therapy to cancerous tumours, while limiting the impact of radiation on healthy surrounding tissue
- Stereotactic Radiation Therapy – An advanced technique that delivers pinpoint precise radiation therapy to treat small tumours with well-defined edges, including tumours that have spread from a primary cancer
- Triggered Imaging – A technique unique to the TrueBeam linear accelerator which enables visual verification that a tumour is being accurately and precisely targeted
- Volumetric Modulated Radiation Therapy (VMAT) – A technique that delivers radiation therapy beams in a series of arcs or angles by a rotating machine to allow for greater access to a cancerous tumour
- No private health insurance required; up to 90% of fee covered by Medicare
Medical oncology
- Eight chair day oncology hospital, offering chemotherapy, targeted therapies and immunotherapy
- Scalp cooling system – Cooling cap available to help reduce hair loss during chemotherapy treatment
Cancer research
- Access to clinical trials across a wide range of tumour types and phases
Lymphoedema screening and early intervention service
- Screening for lymphoedema risk using a SOZO machine, the latest in technology for cancer-related lymphoedema
- Service includes ongoing monitoring of the development and/or progression of lymphoedema
Cancer risk assessment, genetic testing and advice
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Amenities
- On-site pathology, pharmacy and radiology services offering PET-CT and CT scans
- Co-located with Cancer Council Tasmania
- Access to allied health and support services
- Specialist Bowel Care Nurse available to assist all patients diagnosed with colorectal cancers. Our nurses are provided by Bowel Cancer Australia
- Cancer Survivorship Program available to support our patients through their transition to wellness and recovery after treatment
- Free Wi-Fi
