About Icon Cancer Centre Hobart
Icon Cancer Centre Hobart has proudly delivered world-class cancer care close to home for the Tasmanian community since opening in 2017.
Led by a team of highly experienced cancer specialists, we provide a wide range of advanced treatment options including radiation therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.
Our patients are seen by one doctor for the duration of their treatment, ensuring continuity of care and a trusted relationship throughout their cancer journey.
As Tasmania’s first private cancer clinical trials unit, Icon Hobart is also committed to advancing cancer care through research. By embedding clinical trials into everyday treatment, we give our patients the opportunity to access emerging therapies locally, without the need to travel interstate. Our centre is conveniently located just 500m from Hobart Private Hospital.
Cancer research
Access to clinical trials across a wide range of tumour types and phases
More than 20 trials activated since 2021, with over 200 patient trial visits completed
Phone 03 6240 2600
Fax 03 9086 7990
Email admin.hobart@icon.team
Location
2 Melville Street, Hobart TAS 7000 | Find us
Opening hours
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
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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
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
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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
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Cancer research
Access to clinical trials across a wide range of tumour types and phases
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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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Genetic counselling
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
