George Kannourakis is an oncologist based in Ballarat, VIC, looking after adults and people with different types of cancer and related conditions. He works with patients through the whole journey, from early talks about what might be going on, to treatment planning and ongoing support.
In oncology, no two cases are exactly the same. George sees people with cancers such as breast cancer, brain tumours including astrocytoma and glioma, and more aggressive types like glioblastoma. He also helps manage symptoms and complications that can come with cancer, including fluid build-up such as ascites.
Not all problems in his clinic are “just” cancer. He also works with some rarer conditions, including forms of histiocytosis like Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis and other histiocytic conditions such as reticulohistiocytoma. At times, he may also help manage lung and breathing issues linked to conditions like acute interstitial pneumonia.
George’s approach is practical and calm. He focuses on making sure people understand their options, what the next steps look like, and how treatment can affect day-to-day life. In many cases, that means talking through imaging results, blood tests, and treatment goals in plain language. People can ask questions, take their time, and come back with more thoughts later.
Over time, oncology care often becomes a mix of treatments and supportive care. George works alongside the wider oncology team, so care stays coordinated. That can include planning treatment, monitoring progress, and adjusting when things don’t go as expected.
When it’s appropriate, George also supports discussions about research and new treatments. Clinical trials can be an option for some people, depending on their situation and eligibility. If a trial might be relevant, he helps explain what that could mean, so patients can decide what feels right for them.
George is based in Ballarat and aims to make appointments feel manageable. The day-to-day side matters too—help with understanding what’s happening, what to watch for, and where to go if concerns come up. For many people, having one consistent oncologist to talk to makes the process feel a little less overwhelming.
