STARS is a specialist rehabilitation and surgical service focussed on providing individualised care and exceptional health outcomes.
Located at the Herston Health Precinct, STARS is part of a collaborative community home to more than 30 health facilities, medical research institutes, universities and organisations. The Precinct is made up of 13,000 clinical and non-clinical staff, scientists, researchers and students, working together to deliver excellence in health.
Welcome to STARS
Here is a short video to familiarise yourself with STARS and the easy check-in process.
With 100 beds for rehabilitation, STARS is one of the largest specialist rehabilitation services in the southern hemisphere.
Low complexity, elective, short stay surgical procedures will be available across a range of targeted specialty areas including:
- Ears, Nose and Throat (ENT)
- General surgery
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopaedics
- Urology
Latest news
24 September 2026
Who’s Who in Your Healthcare Team? Meet the Medical Intern
During your hospital stay, a medical intern may be part of your treating team. RBWH’s Dr Pat O’Leary explains their role and how they help care for you.
News , Metro North , RBWH
23 September 2026
A career in harm reduction nursing helps paint people in new light for Brisbane Portrait Prize finalist
Biala Clinical Nurse Jane Booty has been honoured for her Brisbane Portrait Prize piece of her dear colleague of 20 years, Dr Jeremy Hayllar, in line with his retirement.
23 September 2026
Where to turn when dementia reaches crisis point
The Metro North Older Persons Emergency Network Dementia Crisis Service provides expert treatment and support for people with dementia experiencing severe behavioural and psychological symptoms.
17 September 2026
RBWH Reconciliation Action Plan launch honours respected Turrbal Elder
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital has launched its second Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, reinforcing its commitment to advancing health equity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
News , Metro North , RBWH
Masks are an important defence against respiratory illness and protection from dust and other airborne hazards.Be part of the STARS team
We are building a new team to deliver exceptional healthcare at STARS.
Find out what we have to offer motivated health professionals across a range of disciplines.
Download our workforce attraction booklet.