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STARS five green star hospital performance rating
The Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) located at the Herston Health Precinct has received a five green star performance rating by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) for its excellence in building operations.
Pride in Metro North launch
Pride in Metro North Executive Sponsor Grant Carey-Ide welcomes the Pride in Metro North initiative and the support it will provide to the Metro North LGBTQIA+ community.
From pastry chef to nurse, Barry’s second career takes the cake.
Despite appearing worlds apart, Barry has found that his pastry chef career shares some similarities with being a health professional.
It’s a walk in the park for Caboolture occupational therapist Katie
For Caboolture Hospital occupational therapist Katie, her career as a professional race walker comes in handy as she walks the hallways visiting and treating patients
The Rehabilitation Engineering Centre help Christopher to take to the sky
The Rehabilitation Engineering Centre at STARS assisted Christopher Hills in managing his cerebral palsy related pain so he could continue his work flying drones.
Staff Profile: Paul Justice
Paul Justice is part of the Metro North Mental Health Peer workforce, working as a Peer Assistant in DIR Recovery Support.
Inclusive approach brings out the best
Michelle is neurodiverse and celebrates her Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) as her superpower. It often is. However, traditional job interviews have long been her kryptonite.
Kim’s a champion for diversity
Kim Walker is a champion for diversity.
Dr Emilia finds balance in a career in anaesthetics
Dr Emilia Reece is currently Acting Clinical Director of Anaesthetics, ensuring safe and high-quality care within procedural services at STARS.
Why is there a surge in Ross River virus and what do you need to know if you’ve been infected?
Epidemic polyarthritis, commonly known as Ross River virus, is a disease spread by the bite of infected mosquitos.
Meet Michelle Stute, Allied Health Director STARS
Michelle Stute brings a wealth of experience to her new role as STARS Allied Health Director.
Peter Slattery celebrates an amazing career in rehabilitation engineering at Metro North
Director of Rehabilitation Engineering Centre, Peter Slattery is hanging up the tools after 38 years of creating custom equipment for Queenslanders with disabilities.
STARS patient Joy joins elite centenarian club
Joy Harvey celebrated turning 100 years old during her in-patient stay at the Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) in February surrounded by family, friends and staff.
Beat the heat with what you eat
When it’s hot, we feel less hungry, but research tells us that our body’s hunger hormones and signals don’t change, so it’s important to still eat in the heat.
Louise is part of a growing number of young stroke survivors
Louise Cumberland, aged 42 and mum of two primary school-aged daughters, is one of the increasing numbers of younger patients affected by a stroke.
STARS patient Ben celebrates Christmas at home in Barcaldine
STARS patient Ben, his wife Jayde, and their four children had a very special Christmas together thanks to the teams at STARS and Central West Hospital and Health Service.
Crafty idea benefits persistent pain patients
A crafty initiative from the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital’s (RBWH) Tess Cramond Pain and Research Centre is helping patients with persistent and chronic pain re-engage in daily activities.
Holiday care options
Holiday accidents and illnesses happen.
From virtual care to the Emergency Department, we have you covered.
STARS Goes Troppo for Christmas
STARS Christmas Decorating Competition takes on a tropical theme this year with palm trees, flamingos, and pineapples!
New gold standard gastroenterology procedure takes place at STARS
The Oesophageal Function Testing Service at STARS is identifying swallowing and digestive issues with high-resolution oesophageal impedance manometry (HRIM) procedure.
STARS Post-Operative Discharge Support Service (PODSS) reassuring patients after surgery
STARS is piloting a new Post-Operative Discharge Support Service (PODSS), a telehealth pathway for patients who are discharged and have post-operative concerns or questions.
Christmas cheer comes to STARS
RBWH Foundation has recently installed a wonderful Christmas tree in the ground floor foyer of STARS.
CHAT program is a “stroke of genius!” for John and Bridget
Husband and wife duo of 53-years John and Bridget Noble are some of Metro North Health’s Comprehensive High-dose Aphasia Treatment (CHAT) program's biggest advocates, following John’s stroke event in February 2021.
Meet the artist bringing colour and meaning to STARS
The Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) is home to an exciting and diverse collection of artworks, curated by Lynne Seear, Art Consultant and Manager of the Arts in Health Program for Children’s Health Queensland. The collection includes a significant number of works by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists.
Influencers lend a hygienic hand at STARS
The Safety and Quality team at STARS have enlisted Hand Hygiene Influencers to promote hand hygiene to the broader STARS staff team.
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Belinda started her dental assistant career around 30 years ago after being asked to help at a dental clinic when they were short staffed, and since that day, she has never looked back. 🦷🪥
Belinda is now a senior dental assistant at the Kallangur Dental Clinic located at the Satellite Hospital, which supports dentists’ and orthodontists’ delivery of oral health care to many patients each day.
On average the Kallangur Dental Clinic sees around 450 adult patients each month.
"Having a good smile is very important to our patients as it can impact people's level of self-esteem and give them confidence required for daily tasks and also assists with their mental health and wellbeing," Belinda said. 😁
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![Belinda started her dental assistant career around 30 years ago after being asked to help at a dental clinic when they were short staffed, and since that day, she has never looked back. 🦷🪥
Belinda is now a senior dental assistant at the Kallangur Dental Clinic located at the Satellite Hospital, which supports dentists’ and orthodontists’ delivery of oral health care to many patients each day.
On average the Kallangur Dental Clinic sees around 450 adult patients each month.
Having a good smile is very important to our patients as it can impact peoples level of self-esteem and give them confidence required for daily tasks and also assists with their mental health and wellbeing, Belinda said. 😁
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I’ve had the pleasure of working with Belinda and she is a true asset to our service. A wonderful leader to her team, and a kind and caring person!
Wonderful dental nurse Always a pleasure to work with
Well done Belinda 🎉
Good job Belinda
Belinda always has a beautiful big friendly smile!
Great work B!
#healthcarehero 💕