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Cancer Care at PMGH
Watch the opening episode of our series about cancer care at Port Moresby General Hospital.
Watch episode 1: Cancer Care at PMGH
Developing Oncology Care in Papua New Guinea
PMGH Comprehensive Cancer Center
We are preparing facilities for advanced radiotherapy and chemotherapy services.
Clinical operations commencing in December 2026. Clinical services have not yet commenced.
Our Legacy
Transforming Cancer Care from the Ground Up.
Development of the PMGH Comprehensive Cancer Center started in mid-2019. The facilities are being developed to support complex treatments previously unavailable in the region. Clinical services have not yet commenced.
"It has been a truly transformational change for cancer care at PMGH, evolving from a humble cancer clinic to a state-of-the-art comprehensive cancer center."
Our Mission
To provide outstanding patient care as a leader of the developing pacific in understanding, preventing, and treating cancer through the integration of clinical research with clinical excellence, while training the FIRST generation of Clinical Oncologists.
Our Vision
Leading the efforts to prevent and cure cancer in Papua New Guinea by providing the highest level of safe, innovative and compassionate care for patients with cancer.
Our Core Principles
Driven by Values
The foundational beliefs that guide every interaction and decision.
Patient Centricity
Putting cancer patients at the centre of our concerns and activities and strive to do the best for them.
Education & Research
Reflecting the very latest scientific knowledge towards education and research, which improves the patient’s quality of life.
Inclusivity & Integration
We believe in the power of combining the efforts of our members and other stakeholders that share our mission, vision and values.
Respect & Value
All our members have a voice in the department and we strive to transcend the interests of any one member.
Accountability
We are committed and accountable for all that we do.
Dedicated Oncology Clinics
Catering exclusively to the needs of cancer patients.
Day Care Chemotherapy Suites
Designed for planned daycare chemotherapy services, including concurrent, adjuvant, and neoadjuvant treatment.
Halcyon Type E Linear Accelerator
Our Halcyon Type E is installed and undergoing commissioning. We will use Identify surface-guided radiotherapy (SGRT) to support patient positioning. IMRT, VMAT and IGRT are planned for December 2026. TrueBeam STx is planned for late 2027.
Dedicated CT Simulator
Exclusive access for cancer patients undergoing external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy planning.
Brachytherapy Suite
Planned for early 2027, including internal radiation treatment for cervical cancer.
News & Updates
News, updates and stories from PMGH Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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Partnering for a Healthier Future
We are committed to reducing the cancer burden in PNG through early detection, advanced treatment, and community support.