Magic table improving care for older patients
A new “magic” table at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) is harnessing the power of AI to reduce stress and the need for medication for older patients experiencing change behaviours.
Metro North has skin in the game of new research
New world-first research at the University of Queensland (UQ) has seen researchers successfully grow fully functioning human skin in a laboratory, thanks to funding from Metro North Health.
Our stories
Caboolture Hospital Outpatient Services Department Imaging review
Caboolture Hospital has identified a gap in how Specialist Outpatient Department imaging results were recorded and shared, and we’re taking proactive steps to address it.
Wally the Wellness Trolley rolls into Caboolture Hospital’s Emergency Department
Redcliffe Hospital is serious about medication safety, using new technology to get antibiotic dosing right.
Spider venom could hold the key for drug-resistant epilepsy
New research is harnessing the power of spider-venom peptides to provide precision therapy for drug-resistant genetic epilepsies.
Caboolture Hospital Outpatient Services Department Imaging review – Update 30 September 2025
Caboolture Hospital has identified a gap in how Specialist Outpatient Department imaging results were recorded and shared, and we’re taking proactive steps to address it.
Magic table improving care for older patients
A new “magic” table at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) is harnessing the power of AI to reduce stress and the need for medication for older patients experiencing change behaviours.
Patient stories
Patient Geoffrey is a peer supporter and radio STAR
Patient Geoffrey, also known as ‘Wombat’ has been calling STARS home since early January, following the diagnosis of a spinal schwannoma tumour which left him with a spinal cord injury.
Caboolture Hospital midwife gives birth on home turf
Caboolture Hospital midwife gives birth at Caboolture Hospital
Anton giving voice to Redcliffe Hospital consumers
Redcliffe Hospital's Consumer Representative Group provide feedback and suggestion to improve patient care.
Patient Murray receives recognition for service during Cyclone Tracy
STARS’ patient Murray was recently recognised for his service during Cyclone Tracy, as part of the 50-year anniversary commemorations of the disaster in Darwin.
Staff profiles
Taking action early to identify cognitive decline in family members
Identifying and treating cognitive decline in elderly patients can often be tricky and at the time, difficult to reveal for many reasons.
Ruth is raising the bar at STARS
Director of Safety and Quality Ruth King oversees the day-to-day operations within the Safety and Quality Unit and also participates in weight-lifting competitions.
Luke’s family story of resilience and hope
In the lead up to Father’s Day, RBWH Physiotherapist, Luke Berridge, shares his dad’s story of resilience and hope following a life-altering accident.
Podiatrist Ryan’s amazing ultramarathon ‘feet’
STARS Senior Podiatrist Ryan Bonnefin knows a thing or two about feet, which has put him in good stead for one of his chosen sports, ultramarathons.
