Immunotherapy | Cancer Second Opinion

Three questions to ask about targeted therapies and immunotherapies for your cancer.

Dr Hawson Immunotherapy, Targeted therapies November 18, 2017April 22, 2019Cancer, Immunotherapy, targeted therapies

Questions about targeted therapies in Australia

Q1 Are there any targeted therapies or immunotherapies for my cancer? Q2 Are these available to me in Australia? Q3 Are these cancer therapies available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme or do I have to pay the full cost? Why

I am registered as a Medical Oncologist, Clinical Haematologist and Palliative Care Physician, and have over 40 years medical experience including as Director of Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care at large public hospitals in Brisbane, Redcliffe and the Sunshine Coast, as well as in private practice. In 2008 I was awarded Eminent Specialist by Queensland Health and have been an Associate Professor with the University of Queensland since 1993. I have treated a broad range of cancers, including of the breast, bowel, lung, pancreas, prostate and liver. I have contributed to research trials on the most effective cancer treatments, and helped train many cancer specialists. I am particularly interested in mind body wellness and offer medical hypnosis for cancer-related symptoms such as pain and nausea and hot flushes in chemotherapy-induced menopause.