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Cheers to 50 years for RBWH PSO Keith Griffin
Patient Support Officer Keith Griffin is celebrating a milestone 50 years of working at Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital.
Queensland first training program for Nuclear Medicine
Metro North Health is helping students to take their first steps toward a career in Nuclear Medicine without them needing to move interstate.
Following four years as Chair of Redcliffe Hospital’s clinical council, Dr Alan Yan takes the lead for Metro North.
Following four years as Chair of Redcliffe Hospital's clinical council, Dr Alan Yan takes the lead for Metro North.
Women add immense value to health
Did you know that women make up more than 75 per cent of the workforce at Caboolture Hospital?
RBWH unites to provide care throughout ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital staff bunkered down at the hospital to ensure safe patient care continued throughout ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
Advocating for inclusion when it comes to neurodiversity
Rosey Holliday, a valued consumer representative on the Metro North Health Disability Services Action Plan Implementation Advisory Group shares her experience with hidden disabilities like neurodiversity.
RBWH Nurse Educator duo leverage different thinking to solve healthcare challenges
Cath Saddler and Adam Turbutt, both Nurse Educators at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, have founded a Nursing and Midwifery Neurodiversity Working Group.
Bat found at Woody Point – risk of Australian Bat Lyssavirus
Metro North Public Health Unit is recommending anyone who had contact with a bat yesterday near Southern Cross Catholic College, King Street Woody Point to seek medical attention.
What you need to know about Japanese Encephalitis Virus after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV) is a flavivirus related to dengue, carried by some types of mosquitoes.
Baby Theodore Alfred heads home after whirlwind few weeks in Caboolture Neonatal Unit
Baby Theodore Alfred, affectionately known as “Teddy,” went home from Caboolture Hospital Neonatal Unit as Tropical Cyclone Alfred arrived.
New podiatry initiative putting CKW on the front foot
A new initiative is aiming to improve outcomes for high-risk foot patients within Caboolture Hospital and Woodford Correctional Health Service.
Valentine’s Day a special occasion for Caboolture Hospital medical intern
Valentine’s Day this year is a special occasion for Caboolture Hospital medical intern Dr Bianca Pang who will share the day at work with her fiancé’.
Caboolture Hospital nurse Colleen Herrmann celebrates 50 years of service
Caboolture Hospital nurse Colleen Herrmann celebrates 50 years of service.
How to keep safe during a heatwave
South East Queensland is currently experiencing heatwave conditions.
Meet Donne Clengan: Advanced Scope Clinical Assistant at Caboolture Hospital
Donne Clengan, an Advanced Scope Clinical Assistant in Caboolture Hospital’s Occupational Therapy Department, plays a crucial role in providing high-quality care for patients with complex needs.
RBWH Trauma team takes top awards at major multi-disciplinary event
The work was presented at the Australia and New Zealand Trauma Society Trauma Conference 2024.
Central Foot Hub highlighting the power of collaboration and bridging a critical gap in care
Since its launch in February 2024, the Hub has achieved significant outcomes, including over 500 occasions of service.
‘A profound desire to give back’: SOAR peer-to-peer burns support program an Australian first
Phoenix SOAR is a program of the US Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, offering one-to-one peer support to burn survivors and their family/carers.
Redcliffe Hospital’s leading role in post-ICU care
The Redcliffe Hospital Post-ICU follow-up clinic is pioneering care of this type in Australia to help manage cases of Post Intensive Care Syndrome in patients.
Redcliffe Hospital says thanks to its volunteers.
Redcliffe Hospital recently held its annual Christmas lunch to thank its army of volunteers for another year of outstanding service.
RBWH anaesthetics debuts reverse recycled artwork
A new artwork is on display at RBWH, made of almost 10,000 pieces of plastic waste from operating theatres.
Redesigning ophthalmology care at STARS
Metro North patients will benefit from a 12-month trial of a new referral process which will increase the number of people eligible for cataract surgery at STARS.
New team of experts improving care for sick kids at Caboolture Hospital
Four new paediatric experts will support improved care at Caboolture Hospital
Rehabilitation Engineering Centre ‘elf’ Alan set to retire after almost 34 years
After almost 34 years with Queensland Health, 18 of those with the Rehabilitation Engineering Centre, one of workshop’s ‘elves’, Alan Bateman is retiring.
Baby Arthur goes home in time for World Prematurity Day
Baby Arthur, born at just over 28 weeks, has been able to go home with the help of the RBWH NeoHOME program.
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Lucy brings comfort and courage to kids at Caboolture Hospital 🤩
🤗 As a Child Life Therapist, Lucy’s role is to support children’s emotional wellbeing during their hospital stay.
“We use medical play to demonstrate to children what’s going to happen and also use positive distraction techniques while they are getting procedures, such as a cannula,” Lucy said.
Lucy’s passion for the role comes from previous work experience as a paediatric occupational therapist, where she worked with neurodiverse children.
“I know how difficult it can be, so my goal is to make it a little easier for the children and their parents during such a stressful time in an unfamiliar environment.”
As well as supporting children, Lucy knows the toll having a child in hospital can have on parents.
"The emotional wellbeing of parents is often overlooked. As well as supporting children, I also provide strategies and tools for parents and other family members to manage what can be a difficult time."
Lucy has recently become a permanent member of the Caboolture Hospital team thanks to funding from The Common Good Au
Best wishes, Lucy👍 Thanks for continued support to The Common Good Au, believing the power of Child Life Therapist service to turn tears into curiosity, and fear into resilience. ❤️
This is amazing! Such a great service
We were proud to fund the very first Child Life Therapist at The Prince Charles Hospital in 2022, and we’re equally proud to now extend support of that role into Caboolture Hospital. A huge thank you to our amazing and generous community of supporters who help make this possible! ❤️ If you'd like to help us do even more across TPCH and CAB, you can donate at tcg.org.au/donate
Such a vital role that's often overlooked, misunderstood and underutilised. Thanks for the amazing work you do!
Welcome, it’s great to have you Lucy!
Well done community .. Congratulations.
What a wonderful role!! Would be great to see these roles across the HHS but also available for our adults with disabilities
This is cool Liz Green
Ashlee Hanley
Donation Specialist Nurse, Barb knows that conversations about death can be difficult, but has seen firsthand how they sometimes lead to the ultimate gift of kindness for others. ❤️🩹
Barb is a nurse of 36 years, starting her journey as a student. Over the years, she has built many relationships with patients and their loved ones at Redcliffe and Caboolture hospitals. 🥰
"My main role is supporting families and staff within the ICU when we can offer organ donation," she shares.
"I have talked with many families and heard stories of their loved ones' wish to donate."
"It warms my heart when I can help a family as they move through their own grief to give consent for organ and tissue donation."
💞 Steve made the decision to donate his wife's organs after they had conversations before her untimely passing in 2022, and he continues to advocate for this important cause.
"Around eight in ten families say yes to donation when they know their family member is on the donor register, but this drops to four in ten when they don't know if their family member wanted to donate," Steve says.
"It's so important to have the conversation with your family, as well as registering, because while four in five people support organ donation, only one in three are registered."
"I've been humbled by the support our family have received from the Donate Life team and encourage everyone to have the conversation today."
Click here for more information www.donatelife.gov.au/
Barb ❤️
Honoured to have worked with you Barb!
Nicely done Steve and the always fabulous Barb 👏👏👏 DonateLife 🩷
Barb is both Wonderful and inspiring.
Organ donation means a lot to me and my family as my father donated his organs earlier in the year. We received incredible support from the donate life team at SCUH
Absolute legends! Always have the conversation. It's so important
Did my Training with Barbara Williams she’s a fab person to have on the team ❤️
Lovely story Barb they are very lucky to have you on the team 🥰💕
💕🌹🌷💐🌺💜🙏
😇 Angles
This is a conversation everyone should have with loved ones. I wish Australia would adopt an Opt Out policy so that donation was a given, respecting the rights of people to opt out if they so desired. Think of how many more lives could be saved by this simple act. 
Celebrity Barbara!!!!
Legend Barb, great work ❤️
Thanks Barb. I friend of mine recently received an organ donation and it's changed her life. Thank you to all donors and their families xx
Fantastic work Barb Barbara Williams 💕
Thank you for all you do Barb Barbara Williams 😘😘
Barbara Williams 💕💕💕💕
Steve Pardey 💎
Barb is an amazing asset to our team. It takes very special people to be able to have these conversations. Thank you to all the donation specialists nurses.
Jayne McRostie
Still got it Barb! Thanks for your long time dedication!
It’s Barbara!!!! Amazing work ❤️❤️
What a wonderful role you play in supporting & changing lives of those in your care. You’re amazing!
Barbara Williams ♥️
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🦴 When it comes to healthy skeletons, RBWH registrar Dr Lachie makes no bones about looking after yours as a top priority, especially as our population ages.
During his term with the Geriatric Evaluation and Management Service (GEMS) team at Caboolture Hospital, Dr Lachie saw a number of patients whose undiagnosed osteoporosis was contributing to preventable injuries and possibly landing them in hospital.
🩺 Dr Lachie's interests in prevention as well as community-based rehabilitation play an important part in a patient's recovery, and he believes that prevention is the best medicine.
"Fractures from small falls are considered minimal trauma, and these falls from a standing height are sometimes the first indication of osteoporosis," he says.
"While treatment is easily managed, prevention is a much better way to avoid long-term problems."
"Having a good, continuous relationship with your GP and getting regular health checks as well as keeping active are the best preventative measures."
Agree with all the above comments and more ! Well done Dr Vipin
Great bloke! Great doctor!
Oh my gosh, this is the most beautiful, wholesome bunch of comments I’ve ever seen on a fb post! So refreshing. Dr Lachie sounds amazing and very much loved 🥰
What a legend!
Smashing goals Lachie. Patients in your hands are blessed and you are an asset to your team.
He's the man. It's as simple as that 🙌🙌
Loved working with you at Caboolture, Lauchie, such a compassionate doctor xxx
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A great Reg indeed. Lachie continues to passionately contribute what is best for Geriatric population. Hope he comes back to Caboolture Hospital someday.
Oh wondered where you had gone. Your missed at Caboolture Hospital. What a great asset RBWH has gained. Thanks for being prompt and kind to us Logistics nurses.
Brittany Carina did you steal lachie from us ?
Lachie is the best!!!! Love working with you.
Awesome work
Awesome! Thanks for all your efforts!
Yiu are so missed on the GEM ward at Caboolture. One of the best young doctors I have met. Goes above and beyond not only for patients but for colleagues as well.
You’re sorely missed Lachie!
Y'all at CABH can't have him back. RBWH Renal have stolen him! Such a great Reg to work with 🙌
Lachie, Thank you for your dedication and services in keeping our community safe! We miss you at Cobbo!
Lachie your a star ⭐️ A very inclusive doctor who treats everyone with respect and kindness. We miss you at Caboolture ❤️
One of the best doctors, We miss you Dr Lachie!
We really miss you at Caboolture hospital… hoping you will join here again
Dear Dr Paterson, your absence at Caboolture has been noted by multiple nursing staff - please return to Caboolture hospital as soon as practical. Thank you for your prompt compliance. We miss you 😊
One of the best & nicest Dr I have worked with! 🫡
If you've been a patient at Caboolture Hospital in recent weeks, you may have been lucky enough to spend time in the recently relocated Transit Lounge with one of these friendly faces. 🧳
Acting Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Bianca, and Clinical Nurse and Complex Discharge Planner Taylor have spent a collective total of 25 years at Caboolture Hospital and have witnessed many changes as the facility has expanded.
👋 During her years at Caboolture, Bianca has been a friendly face in several wards throughout the hospital including acting Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) at the Transit Lounge. She feels immensely proud the teams she's worked in throughout the changes to the facility.
"The Caboolture team has a dedication and kindness that ensures our patients and community are cared for to a high standard," Bianca shares.
Taylor was a school-based trainee at Caboolture Hospital 15 years ago and now ensures patients receive high-quality care beyond their hospital stay as a Discharge Planner. She equips patients with knowledge and resources to empower and support their ongoing care and was also a part of the planning team that developed the Caboolture Hospital expansions. 🏗️
"I've given birth to my three children in the maternity ward here and have been fortunate enough to provide support and care to families I grew up with during some of their darkest days."
"That will always bring me a great sense of pride."
Thank you to our Metro North Health heroes Bianca and Taylor for the great work you're doing for our Caboolture community members. 💕
Well look at you two now..... !! Congrats xox
Well done Ladies
This is so great Bianca Howard loved working with you🥰
Well done girls xx
Well done to you beautiful ladies xo Both deserve recognition
Well done Bianca Howard Miss working together 😊
Yay. Bianca Howard you are now facebook famous.
You both are truly making a difference in the lives of others! Your dedication and compassion are an inspiration to us all! 💕. Great work legends Taylor Robertson & Bianca Howard 👏
Two of the very best 🥰
Super ladies, super nurses 👏🏻🤩👏🏻
Amazing achievement Bianca, you're an amazing nurse x
Hi from Ivan &Colleen Kirk. Great Job You Both Doing Thank You 😊
Bianca and Taylor are amazing nurses 💕
Leah Robbie Adam Licari
Yes that’s for sure. Taylor is amazing at her job. Very caring. And Bianca… well she is a legend with her own following. Definitely they give our hospital a good experience to work with them. ♥️👌🌈
Well done to both of you for providing amazing care for the community. Miss working with both of you.
Great work Taylor & Bianca! 👏🏼💕
All the nurses at Caboolture Hospital are Angel's especially the Recovery Nurses ❤
These two nurses have the biggest hearts and have such great professionalism. So proud to work along side them both. Well deserved praise.
Bianca Howard best nurse Bianca!!!! Love seeing you celebrated in this way. You deserve all the praise 👏 🙌 🙏
You're amazing! 💕
Both are amazing ladies to work with! 🎈🎊🎉
Awww hello Bianca Howard 🥳
Great work Taylor!
Love Taylor Robertson your in the best hands