Toowoomba Haematology and Oncology Clinic

15/07/2025

10/07/2025

We’re excited to let you know that from Monday, 14 July, we’ll be relocating to our new rooms within St Andrew's Toowoomba Hospital.

📍 Our new address:
Suite 50, Level 2, Building 2

It’s just a short move, but one we’re really looking forward to! We can’t wait to welcome you to our new rooms at your next appointment.

Thank you for your continued support 💚

03/07/2025

At Toowoomba Haematology and Oncology Clinic, we understand that caring for someone with a serious illness goes far beyond treating the disease itself. That’s where palliative care plays a vital role — supporting patients and families with comfort, dignity, and clarity through all stages of illness.

We are proud to have Dr Eva Harizaj, Palliative Care Physician, and Nurse Practitioner Olivia O'Dempsey as part of our team. Together, they provide expert, compassionate care for patients navigating complex medical journeys — whether they are receiving treatment, living with advanced cancer, or approaching end-of-life care.

Palliative care is not just for the final stages of life. It focuses on relieving symptoms such as pain, fatigue, nausea, anxiety, and breathlessness, while supporting emotional wellbeing, improving quality of life, and helping patients make informed decisions about their care.

Dr Eva and Olivia work closely with our team and their families to ensure care is not only clinically sound, but truly patient-centred. Their experience and empathy bring a sense of calm and confidence to patients during some of life’s most challenging moments.

General Haematology Bleeding, clotting, myeloproliferative Haematology Oncology Medical Oncology Palliative and Symptom Care Iron, Anaemia and Infusions Venesection  Clinic Leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MGUS Breast, bowel, lung, skin, genitourinary, brain cancers Haemochromatosis, iron overload, po...

03/07/2025

Cancer is a complex disease that requires expert, coordinated care — and at the centre of that care is the medical oncologist.

Dr Haakan Jakobsson, medical oncologist at Toowoomba Haematology and Oncology Clinic, brings years of experience in the personalised treatment of a wide range of cancers. He specialises in the use of systemic therapies — including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and hormone treatments — to help control cancer, relieve symptoms, and improve quality of life.

Dr Jakobsson has worked in some of Australia’s leading cancer centres and is known for his thorough, compassionate approach. He works closely with surgeons, radiation oncologists, haematologists, GPs, and palliative care teams to deliver fully integrated care — tailored to each patient’s needs, goals, and circumstances.

At Toowoomba Haematology and Oncology Clinic, Dr Jakobsson is committed to offering regional patients access to world-class cancer care, close to home. He ensures every patient is heard, understood, and supported at every step of their journey.

When it comes to cancer care, experience and empathy matter.

General Haematology Bleeding, clotting, myeloproliferative Haematology Oncology Medical Oncology Palliative and Symptom Care Iron, Anaemia and Infusions Venesection  Clinic Leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MGUS Breast, bowel, lung, skin, genitourinary, brain cancers Haemochromatosis, iron overload, po...

01/07/2025

Blood Cancers & the Vital Role of Haematologists

When it comes to diagnosing and treating blood cancers, there is no substitute for specialist care.

Haematologists are doctors trained in managing diseases of the blood and bone marrow — including serious and life-changing conditions like leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. These cancers are complex, often requiring long term management and a coordinated, highly skilled approach.

At Toowoomba Haematology and Oncology Clinic, we are proud to have a team of three highly experienced haematologists:
Dr Joel Collins, Dr Marcus Dickey, and Dr Stephanie Wallwork.

Together, they bring decades of combined expertise, developed through years of practice in some of Australia’s largest and most respected hospitals.

From diagnosis, to advanced therapies, transfusion support, and long-term care — our haematologists provide thoughtful, evidence-based treatment with a patient-first approach.

In addition to their focus on blood cancers, our haematologists expertly diagnose and treat a broad spectrum of blood disorders, including iron deficiency, anaemia, clotting and bleeding conditions, and immune-related blood diseases — all requiring specialised knowledge and careful management.

Expert, compassionate haematology care — right here in Toowoomba.

Specialists in rural and regional haematology and oncology care

26/06/2025

What Is a Venesection — and Why Might You Need One?

At Toowoomba Haematology and Oncology Clinic, our expert team of haematologists offers venesection procedures right here in our Toowoomba clinic.

A venesection (also known as therapeutic phlebotomy) is a simple, safe procedure where a small amount of blood is removed to reduce iron levels or blood thickness.

It’s commonly used to manage conditions such as:
🔹 Haemochromatosis (iron overload)
🔹 Polycythaemia vera (increased red blood cell count)
🔹 Porphyria cutanea tarda (a rare skin condition)
🔹 Other iron or blood-related disorders

Performed under the care of our specialist haematologists, venesections at our clinic are part of a personalised management plan tailored to your condition and overall health.

✅ Local care, no hospital admission needed
✅ Experienced medical team
✅ Comfortable, professional setting

If you've been referred for a venesection — or suspect you may need one — we're here to help.

📍 Book an appointment with our Toowoomba team today:
https://thoc.com.au/

24/06/2025

Iron deficiency in teenage girls is more common than many parents realise. As one of Australia’s largest providers of iron infusions, we see countless teens each year battling symptoms often mistaken for stress, school fatigue, or mood swings, including:

🔹 Constant tiredness
🔹 Difficulty concentrating
🔹 Frequent headaches
🔹 Low mood or poor memory
🔹 Struggling to keep up at school or in sport

Why are teenage girls more at risk?
🔸 Menstruation
🔸 Rapid growth during puberty
🔸 Dietary changes or restricted eating
🔸 High levels of physical activity

At our clinic, your daughter’s care is guided by a Consultant Haematologist (Blood Specialist) and delivered by a supportive, experienced team. Every iron infusion is part of a personalised treatment plan that looks beyond the symptoms — helping to uncover and address the root cause of iron deficiency.

School holidays are the perfect time to prioritise your daughter's health.

We provide:

✅ Short wait times
✅ Rapid turnaround
✅ Compassionate, expert care
✅ A focus on long-term health, not just a quick fix

Help your daughter start next term strong, energised, and mentally sharp.

27/05/2025

We’re proud to work alongside the exceptional team at St Andrew's Toowoomba Hospital, supporting patients on their cancer journey with expert haematology and oncology care.

This powerful video marks 25 years of cancer care at St Andrew’s—a milestone that honours the courage of patients, the dedication of staff, and the strength of our community.

We’re honoured to contribute to the ongoing legacy of care by providing personalised, compassionate support right here in Toowoomba.

22/05/2025

If you’ve ever walked through our doors, chances are you’ve been greeted by the warm smile and kind heart of Chloe, our much-loved receptionist.

Chloe has been more than just a friendly face, she’s been a calm, caring presence for our patients, a huge support to our clinicians, and an important part of our team.

With three little ones keeping her busy at home, Chloe has made the decision to take a step back and spend more time with her beautiful family.

Chloe, thank you for everything you’ve brought to the clinic over the years—your compassion, laughter, and dedication will be missed. We hope this next chapter brings you joy, fun, and hopefully a bit more sleep too!

You’ll always be part of the THOC family 💚

22/05/2025

Today we joined thousands around the country in supporting the Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea.

At THOC, we’re proud to care for patients through every stage of their cancer journey—from diagnosis and treatment to palliative care and survivorship. All in one place, with one incredible team, always putting our patients first.

We celebrated with a delicious morning tea, shared plenty of laughs, and even enjoyed some extra special baby cuddles thanks to Haylee, who popped in on maternity leave to join us (we miss you, Haylee!).

We really do have the best team—kind, dedicated, and always there for each other and our patients.

24/12/2024

🎄✨ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! ✨🎄

On behalf of the entire THOC team, we want to wish you and your loved ones a joyful festive season filled with love, laughter, and good health.

Thank you for your incredible support throughout 2024. We’re so grateful to be a part of this amazing community and look forward to continuing to care for you in the year ahead.

Stay safe, enjoy the holidays, and we’ll see you in 2025!

20/12/2024

Exciting times at Toowoomba Haematology and Oncology Clinic (THOC)! Our new signage went up today, marking a proud milestone for our team.

Founded in 2017 by Dr Joel Collins, THOC was created with a vision: to provide patients in the Darling Downs region with access to the same high level of care found in a capital city, so patients and their families could stay closer together.

From treating leukaemia patients locally with curative intent since 2020, to becoming one of Australia’s busiest iron infusion clinics, and now expanding to include oncology and palliative care in 2024, our mission has always been the same: to deliver exceptional care, right here at home, for patients across regional Queensland and New South Wales.

Thank you for your continued support as we continue this journey together!