About Icon Cancer Centre Herston
Icon Cancer Centre Herston proudly delivers world-class cancer care, close to home for the South East Queensland community.
As Queensland’s first private centre to offer Leksell Gamma Knife® technology, we provide advanced, non-invasive treatment for brain and neurological conditions. This advanced therapy is delivered by our highly experienced care team who are dedicated to supporting patients and their loved ones every step of the way.
The centre is conveniently located within Herston Private Hospital.
Phone 07 3524 7410
Fax 07 3544 3031
Email admin.herston@icon.team
Location
7 Wren Street Bowen Hills QLD 4006 | Find us
Opening hours
Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 5:00pm
Getting here
By car
Car parking is available within the grounds of Herston Private Hospital (hourly rates apply). Street parking is available for limited hours only (check restrictions prior to leaving your vehicle).
By public transport
The 309-bus service stops directly at O’Connell Terrace near Bowen Bridge Road, which is a 3-minute walk to Herston Private Hospital. For specific information on public transport, please visit Translink.
Treatment and care at Icon Cancer Centre Herston
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Gamma Knife® treatment
Precise stereotactic radiosurgery for cranial, brain and neurological conditions using the state-of-the-art Leksell Gamma Knife® system
Pinpoint accuracy – Almost 200 beams of focused radiation target the affected area with sub-millimetre precision while sparing healthy tissue
Outpatient procedure – Safe, painless treatment with no incision or hospital stay
Shorter treatment course – Most patients require only 1–5 sessions, compared to up to 30 with other forms of radiation therapy
Dedicated radiation therapy planning CT scanner available on-site, allowing patients to have their planning sessions and treatment in one location
No private health insurance required with a valid Medicare card
Up to 90% of the scheduled fee covered by Medicare through standard rebates and Medicare Safety Nets
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Amenities (support services)
Access to allied health and support services, including dietetics, physiotherapy and an on-site social worker
Free on-site parking
Free Wi-Fi