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
Nick Steele on being Chief Executive, caring for loved ones, and crunching numbers in the NHS
Nick Steele on being Chief Executive, caring for loved ones, and crunching numbers in the NHS.
Nick Steele appointed Chief Executive of Metro North Health
The Metro North Health Board has announced the appointment of Mr Nick Steele as Chief Executive of Metro North Health, Queensland’s largest Hospital and Health Service.
‘How to Make Gravy’ at STARS
Winners of the 2025 Hospitality in Healthcare Culinary Competition, Rajesh and Stephanie have turned their culinary skills to making gravy, in line with Paul Kelly’s iconic song.
Choose the healthcare option that’s right for you
In addition to hospital emergency departments, you can access healthcare advice and treatment close to home, or even without leaving the house!
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.