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Metro North Health vaccinates community members big and little
With the opening of the Kippa Ring children’s vaccination clinic, our littlest community members can do their bit to help keep everyone safe.
COVID-19 (coronavirus) Fever Clinics and Community Assessment Clinics
Metro North Health is conducting COVID-19 (coronavirus) testing at Fever Clinics and Community Assessment Clinics at a range of locations.
RBWH Stroke Unit selected to host Queensland’s first virtual stroke service
The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Stroke Unit have been selected by Clinical Excellence QLD to host the proposed Queensland Virtual Stroke Service (QVSS).
TeleSleep program set to provide a better night sleep to regional Queenslanders
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital’s new TeleSleep program has recently launched in Rockhampton, allowing people living in regional and remote areas of Queensland to access vital sleep study services in their hometown.
Celebrating our tiniest patients on World Prematurity Day
On 17 November, we celebrated World Prematurity Day and the amazing work of our Neonatology Intensive Care and Special Care Units. The theme of World Prematurity Day for 2021 was “Zero separation: Act now! Keep parents and babies born too soon together”.
Community pharmacy driving new innovative approaches in vaccine rollout – WINNER
The Community and Oral Health Pharmacy Vaccination Services team led by Kerry Feilding having been driving ideas into action through innovative approaches by standing up dozens of vaccination clinics over the last eight months.
Herston Biofabrication Institute celebrates 3D printing day
3 December – International 3D Printing Day – celebrates the invention of the very first 3D printer and strives to create awareness and educate people in this growing, fascinating and fun industry.
RBWH excels at Junior Doctor of the Year Awards
Our junior medical cohort has shone brightly at the Confederation of Postgraduate Medical Education Councils (CPMED) Australia and New Zealand Junior Doctor of the Year Awards, with five RBWH doctors receiving honourable accolades.
Enhancing the deadly smiles of families – WINNER
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community has had access to an innovative mobile oral health screening service.
Community stars shine in vaccination drive – WINNER
Community and Oral Health has been vaccinating Metro North residents closer to home thanks to the opening a host of new community-based and pop-up vaccination clinics over the last eight months.
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Fast asleep and dreaming of milk and cuddles! 💭💓 Baby Harriet was welcomed into the world on Monday 17 January by mum Caitlin and dad Dylan. They had her name picked out for five months before she was born and we think it’s perfect.
“Harriet is our second baby. Our son Ashton who is18 months old is waiting at home to meet his little sister, along with our two golden retrievers Ryan and Bronte,” said Caitlin.
“We can’t wait for Ashton to meet her. He loves looking after the babies at the creche he attends, so we know he will be the same with Harriet.
“She’s been such a good baby so far. She’s been sleeping all day but seems to love having a party at night!”
A big congratulations to Caitlin, Dylan and caring big brother Ashton. We wish you all the best. 🥰 #FeelgoodFriday
Cybil and Austin are straight out of university and into our #TPCH ED this week, as two of our 169 new junior doctors across Metro North. 🏥😄🩺
Both originally international students, who studied completely different undergraduate degrees before moving into medicine, Cybil and Austin have one additional thing in common – an eagerness to dive right into the deep end to help out people in need.
30 year-old Cybil studied journalism first before moving into medicine, admitting both career paths suit her inquisitive nature.
“I’ve always been fascinated by the human body and have wanted to make a difference in people’s lives,” she said.
Meanwhile 33 year-old Austin first studied economics before a trip to Greece where he shadowed a doctor on the island guided him towards his career interest in emergency medicine.
“I saw how this doctor responded to all kinds of medical issues on this tiny island, and my love of emergency was born here,” he said.
“I’m so happy to start in the ED – it’s unprecedented times at the moment but we’re just so happy to be here.”
Welcome to one of the best if not the best hospitals in Queensland - enjoy ❤️🎈
All the best moving forward .👏
Take care and allow yourself to rest. Pace yourself. All the best!
TPCH great place to work
Welcome doctors we sure need you more now than ever 😷
👏👏👏
Cybil Tzy my hero
Welcome! And thank you 🙏🏻
Adam Jeffries new Drs with varied degrees prior to Uni.
Did you know that a person with a burn injury can expend up to twice the amount of energy of a healthy person? That’s why it is vital for burns patients to receive enough calories as they recover.
#RBWH are looking for a superstar research assistant to join the #RBWH Nutrition and Dietetic and Burns Multidisciplinary team to be part of an exciting new project. The research will investigate the use of smart devices to measure calories used in patients with burns. Just like Hannah who is a new graduate currently commencing her PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics, the successful applicant will ideally undertake their PhD as part of the role.
To apply, check the link in the comments. 👇 #WorkforusWednesday
Apply here: bit.ly/3nCrQUO
Welcome to the department of nutrition & Dietetics Hanna
Laura Kane Brianna Pennells thought this project might be of interest to you both x
Hannah O'Connor look at you! 👏🏼
Kelly wanna get your PhD?🤭
Emily O'Bree 😱
Miranda Campbell
Sarah Anderson
Sometimes it's the little things we do that keep us tackling the big things! ☺️ The COVID-19 pandemic continues to dominate most of our lives. Whether you've tested positive to COVID-19 and are recovering, isolating because you're a close contact, or limiting time with friends and family to keep loved ones safe, we all can all feel the effects on our wellbeing.
Save this post and refer back to it when you need to, for a reminder of a few things you can do to put your mind at ease about the pandemic and to stay positive, whether you're COVID-19 positive or not! ➕
And turn off the TV 😁
Health Direct Australia, and the Federal LNP are responsible for children dieing of Omicron and should be barred from running in the next election. Encouraging Anti-vaxxers, working while infectious and scalping RAT kits.
"All you can do is stay positive and do what you can to make yourself happy. My wife and I bought a motor home and we do trips here and there. From inland bush to coastal beaches, getaways take our minds off things and we can relax. It always feels like a weight has been taken off our shoulders and helps us cope with reality."
#MondayMantra 💭 Paul, 63 years old, #TPCH bowel cancer patient. 🏕️
Well done to you and your wife Paul, always wonderful to have something different to look forward to, getting away together, new adventures. Great advice.
Good on you Paul. What a great attitude.
Thank you for your words of wisdom and strength Paul