Meet Meredith Ogilvie-Brown, Staff Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine and STARS Staff Council member.
We would like to shine the spotlight on one of our rehabilitation staff and Staff Council members. Meredith is a fantastic example of what is means to provide truly patient centred care and walking the walk with the ‘We are STARS’ behaviours.
How long have you worked in the area of Rehabilitation Medicine?
I have worked as a rehabilitation medicine physician since 2018 but previously worked in rehabilitation units as both a physiotherapist and junior doctor since 2004.
What does a day in the role as a Staff Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine at STARS look like?
The day often starts with multidisciplinary team handover and then ward rounds. I have two outpatient clinics each week including a multidisciplinary spasticity clinic where I assess patients with our physiotherapist and occupational therapist to determine the best management plan for our patients. I inject Botulinum Toxin under ultrasound guidance for both outpatients and inpatients as part of our management of spasticity.
What do you find most satisfying about your job?
I gain a lot of job satisfaction watching people progress through their rehabilitation. To assist someone to reach their goals is very rewarding.
What’s the thing that motivates you the most to come to work each day?
I love working with all the staff at STARS and chatting with everyone in breaks!
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given in your career?
Always check that the patient has everything that they need before you leave the room. Spending a few moments to set them up with their call bell, tv remote and phone can make a huge difference to their comfort on that day.
What stands out the most to you about working at STARS?
It would be working with such dedicated staff. All the staff at STARS are always giving their best for the patients.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
When I’m not chasing after children, I will be out running and cycling, or baking tasty treats! I enjoy spending my holidays at the beach and have horse riding lessons on my bucket list.
Thank you, Meredith – our patients and staff are lucky to have you!