Cancer treatment specialists – what we do

Radiation Therapy | Icon SA

Radiation Therapy

Icon has 28 accredited radiotherapy facilities with 32 state-of-the-art linear accelerators (linacs) across South Africa, and some partner facilities in Africa.

Caring for our patients in these facilities are nearly 300 expert clinical oncology-focused professionals, dedicated to providing quality, cost-effective care to you.

Chemo Therapy

Chemotherapy

​Icon has 59 affiliated chemotherapy base units in South Africa. 46 of these focus on chemotherapy only, while 13 provide both chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatments

We also have 22 satellite units, and 3 haematology units, equipping us to ensure you get the right treatment.

Managed Care | Icon SA

Managed Care

Icon Oncology is the leading value-based and care-driven organisation in South Africa. In an environment of escalating healthcare costs that disadvantage the majority of patients, many cancer patients are still not gaining access to quality cancer treatment fast enough. Our business model puts the patient at the centre of care, reduces wastage and costs and improves outcomes.

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At the centre of patient-centric care

Icon Oncology and our national network of oncologists offer comprehensive cancer care to our patients. We have developed treatment protocols and a medicines formulary which deliver the best possible care within the limits of your medical scheme benefits. 

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Contracted to most medical schemes in South Africa.

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Highest quality of care within the financial limits of medical schemes

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Pre-approval for most treatment plans – ensuring you can start treatment as soon as possible.

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Wide access to private oncology care services

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Cost-effective care in both curative and palliative settings

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A dedicated oncology specialist network

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PAIA compliance (Icon complies with Section 51 of the Promotion of Access to Information Act).

At the centre of patient-centric care

Icon Oncology and our national network of oncologists offer comprehensive cancer care to our patients. We have developed treatment protocols and a medicines formulary which deliver the best possible care within the limits of your medical scheme benefits. 

N

Contracted to most medical schemes in South Africa.

N

Highest quality of care within the financial limits of medical schemes

N

Pre-approval for most treatment plans – ensuring you can start treatment as soon as possible.

N

Wide access to private oncology care services

N

Cost-effective care in both curative and palliative settings

N

A dedicated oncology specialist network

N

PAIA compliance (Icon complies with Section 51 of the Promotion of Access to Information Act).

Number of Oncologists

Number of Treatment Units

Number of Patients Treated

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To help our patients through their cancer journeys, we have established an integrated network of oncologists, radiotherapists, chemotherapy nurses and social workers. Icon Oncology represents 80% of oncologists in private practice.

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