Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital

As George and his wife Denise were about to get a cab to the airport, George had a haemorrhagic stroke. He needed immediate surgery and was rushed to RBWH. Less than three weeks later George has been making remarkable progress on the ward at STARS.

"At first I couldn't remember even the first few letters of the alphabet. My wife printed it out and put it on my board so I could practise," said George.

"The staff have been amazing. I have daily and sometimes twice daily appointments with the occupational therapists, speech pathologists and physios. They are all helping me get back on track to where I was before the stroke." ... See MoreSee Less

Once upon a time in a bustling RBWH, there were two clinicians — Jessie, a brilliant RMO in Urology, and Ben, a talented Cardiac Sonographer. ✨ Though they worked in different corners of the hospital, their paths were destined to cross.

One magical night, they met at a party, brought together by a friend who unknowingly set the stage for a beautiful love story. From the very first conversation, there was a spark. Through laughter and long shifts, challenges and triumphs, Jessie and Ben discovered the most powerful secret of all — the key to a happy life is to marry your best friend. ❤️

After seven years of love, adventure, and support, Jessie and Ben’s story took a fairytale turn. Last year, they exchanged vows, and so, in the heart of the hospital where it all began, they began their happily ever after. 💍 ... See MoreSee Less

Stella is a pharmacist at RBWH and works primarily with patients with cardiac issues.

"In the Heart Failure Service, we’re dedicated to helping patients improve their heart health. Our team works closely with consultants, nurses, and pharmacists to ensure patients receive the best possible care."

"A key part of our work is titrating heart medication, which involves getting patients to their optimal doses to help improve their heart function."

RBWH is looking for an Advanced Scope Pharmacy Assistant – Clinical Support to help the cardiac pharmacy team, if this sounds like something you are interested in, find out more here! smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RBH618151 ... See MoreSee Less

Heartbreak can be more than just emotional—it can affect your heart physically too! 💔
RBWH Cardiology trainee, Dr Callum explains.

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, better known as "broken heart syndrome" and is a temporary condition that causes the heart muscle to weaken and change shape.

"It's often triggered by intense physical or emotional stress, such as death of a loved one, PTSD or a car crash and can mimic the feelings of a heart attack," said Callum.

The good thing is, it's treatable and most patients make a full recovery! ... See MoreSee Less