Dr Noel Aherne

Dr Noel Aherne is a highly respected Specialist Radiation Oncologist practising in Toowoomba, Australia. Dedicated to delivering compassionate and patient-centred care, he specialises in the management of all cancer types. Dr Aherne is particularly recognised for his clinical focus on treating prostate, breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. As an active member of several multidisciplinary cancer care teams, he works collaboratively with other medical specialists to ensure each patient receives a comprehensive, co-ordinated, and highly personalised treatment plan.

In his clinical practice, Dr Aherne utilises state-of-the-art technology and advanced radiation therapy techniques to achieve the best possible patient outcomes. He employs high-precision methods, including Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) and Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) as standard care. Additionally, he uses four-dimensional computed tomography (4DCT) for thoracic and upper abdominal tumours, Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH) for selected breast cancer patients, and stereotactic radiation techniques for primary and metastatic tumours of the brain, lung, and spine. His focus remains on delivering targeted treatment while minimising side effects and preserving his patients' quality of life.

Dr Aherne completed his primary medical education in Ireland, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and Bachelor of Obstetrics (MB BCh BAO). Committed to professional excellence, he obtained an Associate Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (AFRCSI) and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (FRANZCR). Alongside his clinical work, Dr Aherne holds an academic appointment as an Associate Professor, actively contributing to clinical research, oncology trials, and the education of future medical professionals.