About Icon Cancer Centre Richmond
Icon Cancer Centre Richmond has proudly provided the latest in radiation therapy technology and techniques in a friendly and supportive environment since opening in 2011.
Located on-site at the Epworth Centre, Icon Richmond offers cutting-edge radiation therapy treatment for all cancer types, delivered by an experienced team who are dedicated to ensuring patients and their loved ones receive support and exceptional care every step of the way. Our patients are seen by one doctor for the duration of their treatment.
Phone 03 9936 8277
Fax 03 9978 9427
Email admin.richmond@icon.team
Location
Epworth Centre, Level 4, 32 Erin Street, Richmond VIC 3121 | Find us
Opening hours
Monday to Friday - 8.00am to 5.00pm
Getting here
By car
Free on-site parking is located underneath Epworth Richmond Hospital. Entrance via Bridge Road.
By public transport
Tram lines 48 and 75 provide access to stop 15, directly outside Epworth Hospital. Richmond train station on Swan Street is a 15 minute walk from the hospital. For specific information on public transport, please visit Public Transport Victoria or phone 1800 800 007.
Treatment and care at Icon Cancer Centre Epworth Richmond
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Radiation oncology
Precise radiation therapy treatment for all cancer types using a state-of-the-art Varian linear accelerator
Calypso – A technique that uses radiofrequency transponders to track and adjust radiation treatment beams to natural movements of the body
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
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
Surface Guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT) using Varian’s IDENTIFY system for breast cancer patients – An advanced technology that delivers highly-accurate radiation therapy without the need to have permanent tattoo marks
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
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Cancer research
Access to clinical trials across a wide range of tumour types
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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
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Amenities
Access to allied health, including an on-site social worker
Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse available to assist all patients diagnosed with prostate cancer. Our nurses are provided by Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia
Pharmacy available within Epworth Hospital
Free Wi-Fi
