Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital

"I had my first seizure at 18 months; it was mostly manageable until we moved to Australia in my 30's. I had a shunt put in, in 2019, but my condition deteriorated, and I was having on average 30 seizures a week. I couldn't work or hold down a job because of this, which affected me greatly. I had my last seizure on the day that I had drug resistant focal epilepsy surgery and have been seizure free ever since. During my time as a patient, I would watch the health teams and realised that the work they do every day really matters. It's incredibly important and it became my goal to work here at the hospital. With help from some of the neurology team, I now work as an advocate and AO, working through seven departments here at RBWH, including neurology. I love this hospital."

💭 Monday Mantra, former RBWH Neurology patient and current staff member Neil. ... See MoreSee Less

The Eat Walk Engage team are celebrating 10 years of service since their humble beginnings at RBWH, with the program now helping thousands of patients in their recovery across the state. 🔟🥳

Program managers Prue, Karen and Margaret have been with the team since its inception in 2015, supporting clinical staff in initiatives that get patients moving, nourished and connected whilst in hospital.

"By listening to our patients talk about their experience and guiding their recovery, we've been able to improve our care practices and introduce some pretty exciting initiatives," shares Margaret.

"From music concerts, interactions with Kindy kids, visits from the Delta Dogs and inter-hospital ward challenges, the program that started right here is now internationally recognised.

"We've taken our healthcare teams on a journey of improvement, making changes to the physical environment and motivating everyone along the way."

Congratulations to the Eat Walk Engage team on their remarkable 10 years of care! 🎂 ... See MoreSee Less

As we reflect on Remembrance Day, we are reminded of the countless lives touched by ex-serving men and women who have made sacrifices in the line of duty.

Many Metro North Health staff have a military connection, including Professor Michael Reade, an Intensive Care Physician at RBWH and Brigadier, Defence Professor of Military Medicine and Surgery.

Michael’s prelude to the minute's silence will be heard throughout the RBWH today, leading patients, staff and families to reflect on the lives lost.

"Much like Anzac Day when we reflect and remember our Australian and New Zealand comrades, Remembrance Day reminds us to honour those all around the world who gave their lives in service,” Michael said.

"We’re the custodians of the institutions built by those who returned, such as our great public hospitals.

“Their dedication and sacrifices give us the opportunities of a healthier and fairer society, which is why it’s so important to honour them on days like this.”

Metro North Health acknowledges the dedication of all serving and ex-serving men and women on this special day.

Lest We Forget. 💗 ... See MoreSee Less

“I worked in childcare when I was younger in Sydney looking after babies and young children. I lived on a farm in West Wyalong, but these days I call Carbrook home. I enjoyed a cruise down the Blue Danube from the Netherlands to Budapest and really enjoyed the German countryside. When I’m at home I enjoy gardening and dog minding, and I’m looking forward to seeing the dogs again when I head home. I’ve been here for three months and the ward team give me lots of resources and activities to keep me busy. Cherie from Eat Walk Engage visits me every day; when I’m down she spends time with me, and she’s always encouraging and confident, not just to me but to everybody. Her brightness makes a difference.”

💭 Monday Mantra, Rita, 78 RBWH Ward 8AN, heading home soon after 3 months in hospital! ... See MoreSee Less

Living with chronic pain can be debilitating, but for those who take advantage of the Re-engage In Occupation (RIO) treatment program, the results can be delightful. ☺️

Consumers like Mich (right, pictured with Pain Clinic Assistant Jolenta,) who present with chronic pain, learn how to re-engage in occupation. They find strategies that turn their challenging conditions into opportunities to build both their confidence and wellbeing.

The RIO market stall held at RBWH features pieces made by consumers, providing an opportunity to be creative whilst improving their engagement and social connections. 🎁

"I've always been creative, but never pursued it as a career," shares Mich, who makes unique sea glass and pebble art pieces.

"I never thought creating these pieces would make other people happy; seeing their happiness has been addictive."

Proceeds from sales at the market, to be held this coming Monday and Wednesday, support the Tess Cramond Pain and Research Centre. ... See MoreSee Less