Dr David Newsome is committed to delivering thoughtful, evidence-based cancer care tailored to each patient’s individual needs. As a local who grew up in the region, he brings a deep understanding and connection to the community he serves. He takes pride in fostering meaningful relationships with his patients, providing clear communication, compassion and support throughout every stage of their treatment journey.
Biography
Dr David Newsome is a radiation oncologist at Icon Cancer Centre Canberra. He graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) with distinction from Monash University in 2014, following the completion of a Bachelor of Science (BSc) at the University of Melbourne, where he majored in physiology and neuroscience. Dr Newsome was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (FRANZCR) in 2024 after completing specialist radiation oncology training at Canberra Hospital and St George Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Newsome has previously held staff specialist positions at Illawarra Cancer Care Centre in Wollongong, where he developed comprehensive clinical expertise across a wide range of tumour types including genitourinary, gastrointestinal, breast, lung, skin, head and neck, sarcoma, and haematologic malignancies. He is actively involved in multidisciplinary care, clinical governance, and education, and has contributed to registrar supervision and to teaching for the RANZCR Radiation Oncology training program.
He maintains a strong commitment to research and medical education. With a strong academic background, Dr Newsome has authored several published papers and had work presented at both national and international conferences, including ESTRO 2024 in Glasgow. His research interests include diagnostic approaches for radiation necrosis and personalised treatment strategies for hepatocellular carcinoma. He is passionate about mentoring the next generation of medical professionals and has been actively involved in teaching medical students across multiple programs. Dr Newsome values collaborative, patient-centred care and is committed to continuous learning, innovation, and driving quality improvement in cancer treatment.