Cancer Care Noosa officially opened on Tuesday 25 March at 36-40 Hofmann Drive, Noosaville, marking the first of three state-of-the-art oncology centres being built in Queensland, to meet local demand.
With one in two Queenslanders expected to be impacted by cancer, together with the Sunshine Coast having one of Australia’s highest cancer incidence rates, access to local specialists and comprehensive cancer care has never been more critical.
Cancer Care Noosa is the first of three new state-of-the-art planned centres for the Australian owned, Cancer Care Associates group, with Cancer Care Moreton Bay in Caboolture set to open mid-year, followed by a new Brisbane centre.
Damien Williams, chief executive officer of Cancer Care Associates (CCA), says the $60m facility is purpose-built for patient comfort and convenience, eliminating the need for long-distance travel.
“Our expansion into Queensland, starting with Noosa, ensures that patients receive cutting-edge cancer care in the one convenient, supportive environment – closer to home,” he states.
The centre is the first of its kind in the region, with Cancer Care Noosa the only comprehensive oncology centre on the Sunshine Coast offering a range of treatments and services under one roof, including:
– Radiation Oncology – video of the radiation therapy machine delivered here
– Medical Oncology and Immunotherapy
– Oncology Pharmacy and Clinical Trials
– Allied Health & Support Services
“Cancer Care Associates has been dedicated to providing world-class oncology services for 30 years,” he said.
“Cancer Care Noosa offers Sunshine Coast patients affordable, comprehensive and rapid access to consultations and treatment in a state-of-the-art facility.
Radiation Oncologist Dr Debra Furniss, “I am thrilled to be part of this incredible facility. Ensuring high-quality care is available from one location, close to home, is crucial for patients and can help alleviate some of the anxiety and stress associated with a cancer diagnosis.”
Medical oncology treatments can be accessed via private health insurance, while radiation therapy is significantly supported by Medicare and the Safety Net Threshold. Sunshine Coast medical oncologists Dr Michelle Morris and Dr Harry Gasper, have now expanded their practice to offer world-class chemotherapy and immunotherapy from Cancer Care Noosa.
Cancer Care Noosa will provide advanced treatments for most adult cancers, including stereotactic radiation therapy for brain, spine, and lung cancers. A same-day, private breast clinic and comprehensive imaging services are set to open from mid-2025.
In addition to treatment, Cancer Care Noosa is committed to advancing cancer research, the team at Cancer Care Noosa is proud to announce the facility will also host Oncology clinical trials in partnership with the Cancer Care Foundation and the (UniSC), bringing world-class research opportunities to local patients.
Lucas Litewka, Director of UniSC Clinical Trials, says, “This partnership with CCA, holds great potential to expand the opportunity for better access to new clinical trial opportunities in cancer.
“UniSC Clinical Trials is working at the frontline of testing new global medical developments every day, and this is an important step to ensure patients across the Sunshine Coast have access to those trials.
“Noosa will be a great starting point for this collaboration with a strong and established medical team coming together to work on world class research opportunities.”
Understanding the physical and emotional toll of cancer on patients and their families, the centre offers access to extensive support services, including a lymphoedema clinic, counselling, support groups, nutritional advice, and exercise physiotherapy.
