Icon Cancer Centre Mackay has proudly delivered world-class, exceptional cancer care close to home for the local North Queensland community since opening in 2018. 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 and treatment for blood disorders. Our dedicated, multidisciplinary team are committed to understanding each patient’s individual needs and supporting them throughout their treatment journey. Our patients are seen by one doctor for the duration of their treatment.
Mackay
07 3547 8498
148 Sams Road,
North Mackay QLD 4740
Monday to Friday - 8.00am to 5.00pm
Monday to Friday
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8.00am to 5.00pm
Monday to Friday - 8.00am to 5.00pm
Getting here
By car
Free on-site parking is provided for patients undergoing treatment. Entrance via Willetts Road.
By public transport
The closest bus stop is located at the Mater Private Hospital [Route 306]. For specific information on public transport options, please visit Translink or phone 13 12 30.
Treatment and care at Icon Cancer Centre Mackay
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
Haematology
- Treatment for malignant and non-malignant blood disorders, including administration of supportive therapies and blood products such as hormone treatments, bisphosphonates and iron infusions
- Minor procedures for diagnostic and prognostic purposes
Radiation oncology
- 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
- 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
- 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
Amenities
- On-site pharmacy and radiology services offering PET-CT and CT scans
- Access to allied health and support services
- Prostate Cancer Foundation Australia Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse available to assist prostate cancer patients
- Free Wi-Fi
Doctors
COVID-19 update
Please note that COVID-19 restrictions are currently in place at Icon Cancer Centre. One support person is permitted who must be aged over 16 years old.
Our centre remains open for all patient treatments and it is important that patients continue with their scheduled visits. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns regarding the current restrictions.