Gold Coast Health proudly announces its status as the first health service in the Southern Hemisphere to adopt CAS-One IR, an innovative, AI-guided system designed for the ablation of challenging tumours. The system has operated at Gold Coast University Hospital since July 2025 and enables interventional radiologists to accurately target and treat lesions that were previously difficult to access.
The procedure uses advanced 3D imaging, cutting-edge sensors, and real-time comparisons with CT scans to evaluate the success of the treatment as it unfolds. Gold Coast Health has implemented CAS-One IR to enhance clinical outcomes and further its commitment to data infrastructure, privacy-compliant AI, and secure digital healthcare delivery in government settings.
Dr Muddassir Rashid, Director of Interventional Radiology, stated, “We now know on the table whether we got all the lesion, and if we have any concerns, we can treat them immediately.” He noted that in the past, clinicians “wouldn’t know whether they were successful for another 3–6 months.”
A prompt assessment minimises radiation exposure and reduces the need for follow-up surgeries. It also enhances the clinical workflow by streamlining data collection and evaluation in one session. Gold Coast Health has showcased a pioneering example of digital governance by integrating AI into diagnostic and surgical workflows. Robust cloud storage solutions and clinical data governance frameworks support the implementation.
They effectively manage extensive imaging datasets while upholding privacy and cybersecurity standards. A groundbreaking advancement will dismantle enduring data silos in public health by integrating procedural imaging data with real-time analytics. The initiative enhanced data sharing among teams in oncology, radiology and surgery, fostering more effective and collaborative treatment strategies.
“This technology allows us to push the boundaries and treat the more difficult lesions that are harder to see,” he stated. Reflecting on the first procedure using the system, Dr Rashid added, “We have seen a lot of new systems come out and they seem fancy, but when you try them, they don’t necessarily stack up, but this system has been impressive. The very first one we did, it was bang on, hit it in the centre on the first go.”
The system is currently used for liver and kidney tumours, and it will broaden its applications to include lung and bone treatments. Dr Rashid expects 20 cases each year to experience immediate benefits. Projections show an increase as the eligibility criteria expand and AI modelling improves with more data collection. CAS-One IR transforms the approach to technology procurement in the public sector. It highlights practical AI solutions that enhance service delivery and foster sustainable outcomes. The system implementation showcases the Queensland Government’s dedication to advancing digital transformation and enhancing data infrastructure in public services.
This initiative aligns with nationwide efforts to enhance public health frameworks through cutting-edge technology and improved data collaboration. It reinforces goals related to healthcare system integration, precision medicine, and robust citizen-focused data governance. Leaders in the public sector evaluate sustainable investments in artificial intelligence, data privacy, and cloud-based clinical tools. The rollout of CAS-One by Gold Coast Health presents a compelling example that demonstrates how enhanced patient outcomes link directly to operational efficiency, responsible management of data, and collaborative data sharing across disciplines.
“We have seen a lot of new systems come out and they seem fancy, but when you try them, they don’t necessarily stack up,” Dr Rashid stated. “This system has been impressive.”
Gold Coast Health implements CAS-One IR to leverage artificial intelligence and clinical data infrastructure, improving public healthcare services in Australia. The system enhances treatment effectiveness by allowing immediate assessments during procedures, minimising radiation exposure to patients, and eliminating the need for unnecessary follow-up surgeries. Initial results show success in targeting previously unreachable tumours in organs like the liver and kidneys. The service expects around 20 qualifying cases to benefit from the technology each year.
Future applications likely extend to lung and bone tumours as clinical teams improve protocols and increase data collection. This initiative represents a significant shift in digital governance. It emphasises the importance of integrated data management, securing cloud-based clinical systems, and dismantling silos to enhance safety, speed, and collaboration in healthcare delivery.
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