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Olly’s a star for staff wellbeing
Olly Haug from Redcliffe Hospital's Occupational Therapy team knows that good patient care starts with staff wellbeing and a strong workplace culture.
New role brings change for First Nations women, children and families
Metro North Health has made history by establishing the first-ever Nursing and Midwifery Director, First Nations Women, Children, and Families (Identified) role in Queensland.
Empowering Elders: New Healthy Ageing Clinic Delivers Vital Care
The launch of a new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Healthy Ageing Clinic (HAC) is offering specialised geriatric care to patients in a culturally safe and supportive environment.
Reflections on decades of service
Redcliffe Hospital's Cassady Distel-Rose is a proud Army Reservist and shares what being in the military and Anzac Day mean to him.
Measles Alert for locations in Brisbane
Metro North Public Health Unit has issued a Measles Alert following a confirmed case of the highly infectious disease in an adult in Brisbane who recently arrived from overseas.
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.
Anton giving voice to Redcliffe Hospital consumers
Redcliffe Hospital's Consumer Representative Group provide feedback and suggestion to improve patient care.
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.
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.
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Syrian born Dr Ammar is one step closer to his dream of being a surgeon with the Metro North Workplace Based Assessment Program. 🩺
In January 2019, Dr Ammar arrived in Australia after fleeing Syria, where he trained in anatomical pathology amid conflict. Determined to rebuild his career, he passed the Australian Medical Council Part 1 and English exams and began volunteering at Redcliffe Hospital’s information desk to improve his language skills.
He landed his first job as a junior doctor in May 2022 where his determination and dedication allowed him to excel in the role. 🙌
In June 2024, Dr Ammar commenced the Workplace Based Assessment (WBA) Program through Metro North at Caboolture Hospital. WBA gives International Medical Graduates like Dr Ammar a real pathway to General Registration - and a future in specialties like General Surgery, his dream.
Balancing work, the pressure of home, and life as a new dad to a five-month-old baby, Dr Ammar is now on the cusp of General Registration.
“The thought of not getting a job was stressful. Now, with the WBA, I feel relieved and like doors are about to finally open.”
📢 Want to learn more? Join the WBA Program Info Webinar on 20 May at 6pm (via TEAMS).
🔗 metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/health-professionals/workplace-based-assessment
I remember Dr Ammar, such a lovely Doctor.
Congraulations ammar. You are amazing
What a legend and an assess to metro north. Fantastic work doc
Such an inspiration and lovely person too. Best wishes on your journey Ammar! 👏👏
Congratulations, Ammar🌷 Well deserved. The untold story about Ammar is that he lost his grandfather, cousin and all of his primary school friends in the Syrian conflict. He also worked in painting and restaurants during COVID and while volunteering at Redcliffe Hospital. All the Syrian community are proud of you🙏
Go Ammar, well done so far and best wishes for the remainder of your journey ❤️
Congratulations, well done!
Well deserved
Wonderful Doctor! congratulations on your journey to General registration Dr Ammar.
Great doctor and was a pleasure to work with. Great asset for metro north community - staff and patients
Well done Ammar. You are an asset to any hospital, we are just lucky to have you at Caboolture.
Congratulations, Ammar! With your intelligence, talent, dedication, and passion, I have no doubt you’ll achieve your dream of becoming a surgeon. May your journey be as bright and fulfilling as your aspirations. Wishing you all the success in the world!
Congratulations Dr. Ammar
Great Story! Well done to you Dr Ammar 🎉🙏
Brilliant news!!! Congratulations Ammar. It just goes to show, hard work and dedication pave the way.
What a great Doctor Ammar, a pleasure to work with, wishing you all the best in the future. Metro North is a great place to work.
Dr. Ammar's inspirational journey is commendable. I wish him continued success in achieving his objectives.
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Roula H Abed
Wow congratulations Dr Ammar !
