Kate Nichols

Cancer Care Coordinator, Icon Cancer Centre Wesley Hospital, Queensland

Kate Nichols served as a dedicated Cancer Care Coordinator at Icon Wesley, where her primary focus lies in providing comprehensive support to adolescents and young adults battling osteosarcoma. With an extensive background spanning eighteen years in oncology, Kate brings a wealth of experience across various specialties, including haematology, stem cell transplant, medical oncology, and radiation oncology.

Her commitment to enhancing patient care and support was recognized in 2022 when she was honoured as a runner-up in the Queensland Cancer Council Nurse of the Year Awards, specifically in the clinical care category. This recognition was a testament to her pioneering efforts in developing and implementing the inaugural full-time cancer care coordinator role at Icon.

Kate's unwavering dedication, coupled with her specialized expertise, continues to make a profound impact on the lives of those she serves, embodying compassion and excellence in cancer care.