Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit
About
The only public hyperbaric oxygen facility in Queensland outside Brisbane. Treats about 12 patients a day and provides 24/7 emergency cover, particularly for decompression illness. Medical Director Dr Stephan Roehr.
Treatments & Services
Medical
Medical hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Wound Care
Treatment for chronic, non-healing, and infected wounds
Radiation Injury
Supportive treatment for radiation-related tissue injury
Decompression Sickness
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Carbon Monoxide
Emergency hyperbaric treatment for carbon monoxide exposure
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SPUMS
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Frequently asked questions about Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit
What type of hyperbaric chamber does Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit use?+
Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit operates hard-shell and multiplace chambers. Hard-shell chambers reach the higher pressures used for medical indications, while soft-shell chambers run at lower pressures and are generally used for wellness and recovery.
What conditions does Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit treat with HBOT?+
Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit lists hyperbaric oxygen therapy for Medical, Wound Care, Radiation Injury, Decompression Sickness and Carbon Monoxide. Whether HBOT suits a specific condition is a clinical decision — the clinic assesses suitability before starting a course of treatment.
Does Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit accept insurance?+
Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit indicates that it accepts insurance for hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Cover varies by insurer and by the condition being treated, so check which indications your policy reimburses before booking.
What are the opening hours of Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit?+
Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit is open Monday 00:00–23:59, Tuesday 00:00–23:59, Wednesday 00:00–23:59, Thursday 00:00–23:59, Friday 00:00–23:59, Saturday 00:00–23:59, Sunday 00:00–23:59. Hours can change on public holidays, so confirm before travelling.
Where is Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit located?+
Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit is at Western entrance, Townsville University Hospital, 100 Angus Smith Drive, Douglas QLD 4814, Australia. The clinic page on Hyperbaric.app shows its position on a map along with other HBOT providers nearby.
Is Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit accredited?+
Townsville University Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit lists accreditation from SPUMS. Accreditation indicates the facility has been assessed against that body's safety and operating standards for hyperbaric medicine.
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