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Events
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 11 March 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 11 March 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 15 April 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Masks are an important defence against respiratory illness and protection from dust and other airborne hazards.Kallangur Satellite Hospital
9 Stoker Way
KALLANGUR QLD 4503
Phone: (07) 3285 0000
/ MetroNorthHHS
If you've ever felt you can't possibly get up for work, or you feel out of sync with when you're most sleepy, you're not alone! Many people struggle with their chronotype not matching up with life's schedule. 😴
Chronotypes are the body's natural preference to sleep and wake at certain times, and it's not uncommon for night owls and morning larks to find themselves beside each other - or find themselves in a job that doesn't align with their preference. ☀️🌙
"We often see teenagers and young adults fall in the night owl category, which means they are fighting their body clock to get up or concentrate at school," Dr Deanne, Director of the TPCH Sleep Disorders Centre said.
"As we get older, many people naturally wake earlier, so early birds become more common - this is biological, but also environmental, with many parents to young children finding they are woken up regardless of their body clock.
"There is a third type of rare chronograph, known as free running, where people have no pattern. This can affect people who may have loss of sight, as melatonin production in the brain is suppressed by light.
"About 50 per cent of people say they are always tired, so while we suggest strategies to manage your sleep quality including reducing stimulus and blue light before bed, if you're struggling to get through daily tasks, you might need to come see us for some extra support." 💤
Hopefully Metro North will support this with their employees and recognise how to support them in the workplace to best support performance under these Chronotypes. It definitely benefits all to accept that some people can’t work certain times and accept and support this.
My Neurologist, Dr Zara talked about a sleep study there for sleep apnea - so might be seeing you soon.
I’m a night owl..as an RN in a MNHHS hospital, getting up for day shift is a huge challenge and I feel far more tired after a shift 🥱🥱
Why do school hours work in opposition to teenager chronotypes…imagine a 10.30am to 4.30pm school day for teenagers?
You do an amazing job Deanne. Great leadership, helping many
Laurie 🙌🏻
CBD works wonders in this domain my patients tell me
I find some very young psychologists are bizarre in what they think is normal. Many years ago I had a breakdown and I had a young psychologist trying to get me to relax and sleep at time when I was usually busy in my nursing and had been for years. She seems to have these beliefs that everyone slept overnight when as a rural and remote RN I was on call every night and never got regular hours and my body had forgotten what those sleep patterns were. She had no interest in listening to me and all she managed to do was to frustrate me and waste my time. Furthermore, my director of Nursing, all of 25 years of age had no interest in listening to me either. I ended up quitting due to the lack of support and listening skills of everyone involved in my work and health care. I later heard that the DON quit as well as no one would do the shifts that I had done. The agency nurses had made a bee line home back to Brisbane.
From working in a 14-bed cottage hospital in Scotland to leading nurse-run hepatology clinics at Metro North, Val is always dedicated to the patient experience, no matter where she is. 👩⚕️
Val’s day to day at TPCH consists of coordinating care pathways and referrals, collaborating with gastroenterology and pharmacy and leading nurse-run hepatology clinics that manage approximately 140 patients per month to support timely diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment initiation.
“What matters most to me is that patients can access scans, diagnosis, prognosis information, and treatment plans without unnecessary delays,” Val said.
“It’s important that every patient feels informed, supported, and understood.”
Having completed her Master of Nurse Practitioner at the end of 2025, Val is looking forward to some more free time outside of work.
👏 Shoutout Saturday to Val and her fantastic work in TPCH Hepatology.
Good on you Val.
Congratulations Val on completing your NP studies. Pleased to see the nursing progression within TPCH Gastroenterology. 👏🏼
Amazing Val ❤️🥰
Another amazing Nurse Practitioner for Brisbane!
So privileged to be working with her. She's one of the best and my inspiration. TPCH are so lucky having her. Hopefully I get to work with her again someday❤️
Hey Val..great photo.. well done sistah x
Val! You're the bestest!!! Yay NPnow! Congrats ❤️
Val is a wonderful nurse! Congratulations on finishing your studies!!
Val is amazing! TPCH are very lucky to have her ❤️
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Val. Such a strong patient advocate. An amazing nurse and now an NP! 🌟
Every other person looks familiar to me but that can't be right.....("There’s also a psychological thing called “social hunger.” We humans are social creatures, and sometimes when we’re feeling lonely or isolated, our brains might make us think we recognize people as a way of seeking connection[3].") helpdementia.com/why-do-i-sometimes-think-strangers-are-people-i-know/
Whilst many hearts will be won with roses and chocolate today, the Cardiothoracic Surgery team at TPCH are focused on something even more powerful - giving hearts a second chance at life! ❤️
Dr Nikunj, a Cardiothoracic Surgeon at TPCH says that heart transplants make up some of his most complicated yet rewarding work, not only due to the extreme precision required but also the levels of coordination necessary amongst the team.
“Being a part of the most profound act of altruism that the donor has agreed to, often the recipient has run out of all the options medical science has to offer and this is their final hope," he said.
“Not many cardiac surgeons get to do transplants, it is the pinnacle of cardiac surgery.
“You as a donor save one life, but the patient's whole family is impacted, and it improves everyone’s life.”
A big Shoutout Saturday to Dr Nikunj and the TPCH team on their work with our cardiac patients, and to all the organ donors out there. 🫀👏
God Bless you all and Thankyou for what do for the patients their loved ones and and of the the donars and their families too❤️
The best team! Thank you for what you do.
God bless this amazing team
I may not have had heart problems but had surgery for cancer there. Dr Yang as amazing finding every way to see where my cancer was and Dr Nadoo did an amazing surgery removing the top lobe of my right lung. Without this pair of amazing drs at the TPCH I may not be here today. I thank God and them every day. 🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗
From a young age, new graduate Kate always knew she wanted to follow in her dad Nathan's footsteps. Now she is starting her new role in palliative care just like her dad did 20 years ago! 🫶
Kate's decision to go into palliative care was solidified after her placement at TPCH in the specialty.
"I looked up to my dad, making a difference in people's lives, being a part of their life story," she said.
Nathan says how it is special to see his daughter follow the same path through Metro North.
"I'm still at Redcliffe Hospital, they are a great team, and we all support each other and work together to make a difference for our patients and families."
What an inspirational role model Dad must be. It’s a true “work of heart” and it sounds as if the profession is blessed to have you both. Welcome!
Congrats Kate and Nathan
Get it girl!! Miss you already Kate xxxx
Congrats to daughter for following her dad’s footsteps. Good luck and all the best to both of your journey. 💝❤️
Thankyou to you and your family for your service
Look forward to working with you Kate.
So lovely for you Nathan and Kate - a shared passion that brings expertise, passion, care and love to patients at their most vulnerable time.
Thankyou Kate and Nathan. Love your great passion for your work.
Congratulations. What a nice story.
Let's go
Congratulations Kate and Nathan
Congrats Kate! You are going to be a fantastic nurse! Will miss seeing you x
This I love !! Here is my daughter and I heading off to our shift at the Wesley - same unit.
Well done Kate... a wonderful career and you have a wonderful role model of a dad
How wonderful ❤️ We miss seeing your smiling face Nathan, hope you are well 😊
How beautiful! Very proud dad there!
Congratulations,people like you make the world a better place. 🙏
Congratulations Kate. Enjoy your next journey.
Congratulations to you both!❤️
How wonderful...as a Pall care nurse myself I am overjoyed that you both work in this very special area of nursing.x
Congratulations Kate so excited for you !
both amazing
Well done Kate, it’s an area I should’ve branched into years ago and regret not doing so. Enjoy ☺️
“There were eight kids in the family, very adventurous days, and seven of us are still alive. When Dad was working out at Burramine doing fencing, we got a visit, but his work saved us from being part of the stolen generation. We were always in contact with community."
💭 Monday Mantra, TPCH Cardiac patient Clive, a proud Yorta Yorta man.
If you're being admitted to TPCH, one of the first friendly faces you're likely to meet is Michelle! 🎉😍
Michelle has supported patients at the Prince Charles Hospital for 40 years, joining the team fresh out of high school.
She spent time in a number of Units including X-ray, the Ellen Barron Centre, Admissions, and the ED, and has spent the last 25 years in Pre-Admissions, where patients come in for Orthopaedic, General Surgery or Cardiology procedures.
"I have had a lot of “thank you, great work”, “love your smile” and "God Bless you” in my time, and the occasional knitted teddy bear or tea towels," she said, reflecting on her experiences with patients.
"Prince Charles holds a special place in my heart because it was here that I met my late husband, and now years later, our son works here too.
"One day I will retire and relax, babysit, throw in a couple of cruises and look back on my time at Prince Charles with fond memories, life-long friends and a lot of tea towels!"
👏 Shoutout Saturday to one of our long-serving friendly faces, Michelle. 🚢💐
Woohoo 🎉 congratulations on 40 years Michelle. 🏅
My wife Maureen and I had the pleasure of working with you in the early days when your late husband was still with us, and over the years. Congratruations on your recognition.Always kind and smiling.
Yes, she’s helped me several times with admissions and is super friendly and happy and efficient!
Lovely smile, Michelle!
Love your work…..and your smile myself Michelle!! ❤️
Congratulations ❤️ 🎊 👏 Michelle, and love working with you xx
Gorgous collegue, lovely person to work with
I had the pleasure of working with Michelle during my time at TPCH. Michelle was always so kind and friendly to me.
Always love working with you Michelle. A day in PREAC with you was always a great one.
Michelle Noa you're a gem. Seeing you makes my day. And, no there will be no talk of retirement... not while I'm still around 😝
A breath of fresh air. Always smiling and happy to help.
The most wonderful person and amazing staff member. Michelle was the most amazing support when I worked at TPCH. Thanks Michelle and know that you are loved by all who knows you With much gratitude. Xo
Congratulations Michelle. 💐❤️ I enjoyed our lunches together and the laughs we shared. You are loved by everyone.
Such a beautiful person and someone who brightens the day of those she works with and those she helps ❤️🙌🏻
You always make the world a brighter place Michelle.
Congratulations Michelle Your happy smile is infectious
What a milestone Michelle. Congratulations!!
Congratulations Michelle, a truly beautiful soul and special lady. TPCH and patients are blessed to have you x
We appreciate you Michelle!
So pleased to see your work recognised Michelle, congratulations on 40 years at TPCH beautiful lady. 😘
What an honour and a pleasure it is working with Michelle. A credit to her profession, and a wonderful, lovely person to work alongside. As a nurse, I’d be lost without your guidance and support. Thank you for the last 40 years Michelle x
Yes Michelle is amazing. I’m very proud to call her my colleague.
Lovely Michelle ❤️ Congratulations on 40 years at TPCH.. I always loved seeing you at work or hearing your voice when I rang EPAC.. you are always so kind and caring to everyone.. a beautiful lady xo ❤️❤️❤️
The team at TPCH are getting to the root of dental health problems for our eligible patients! 🦷
A new TPCH Dental Clinic is now open for current inpatients who may have an urgent dental need that are impacting on their medical treatment whilst at TPCH.
One of our main cohorts are cardiac patients who may require sudden heart valve surgery and must be deemed 'dentally fit' before their treatment.
Dr Arnella and Dental Assistant Yuki share why it is important for our cardiac patients to be seen on site before surgery.
“We want to ensure there’s no active infection in the mouth that can go into the bloodstream and affect the new heart valves,” Dr Arnella said.
“Getting patients off campus for treatment is a complicated process, logistically it’s a lot safer to stay on site.”
Such an amazing difference it must make to impatients.Well done TPCH for the great addition to your services.
This is amazing!!!! A great team looking after those in urgent need.
Great job guys 👏 👏
Fantastic initiative 🩷
Such a great team! Well Done Ladies!🦷🪥
I see a familiar face , good work and good hands. Making a difference.
Amazing!!
Great job all! A great service & a great team! 🦷
Great team! Great facilities I heard as well. Lucky patients for having such good care in situ! Well done team!
Wow, what a great team.
The dream 🦷 team 💕
Well done team!!!
Great work
What a great service for those patients.
That’s a great idea!
Brilliant 👏🏻 👏🏻
Beautiful
I so miss Metro North.
👏
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🦷🦷🦷👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Hi Arnella!
Miss you guys.
Latest news
Experts warn against dangers of e-scooters
Brisbane trauma experts are again warning people about the dangers of e-scooters and e-bikes following a rise in serious injuries during the last 12 months.
Getting to the heart of good dental health at The Prince Charles Hospital
Did you know that ensuring good oral health is an important consideration for cardiac patients prior to heart valve surgery?
Events
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 11 March 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Masks are an important defence against respiratory illness and protection from dust and other airborne hazards.
/ MetroNorthHHS
If you've ever felt you can't possibly get up for work, or you feel out of sync with when you're most sleepy, you're not alone! Many people struggle with their chronotype not matching up with life's schedule. 😴
Chronotypes are the body's natural preference to sleep and wake at certain times, and it's not uncommon for night owls and morning larks to find themselves beside each other - or find themselves in a job that doesn't align with their preference. ☀️🌙
"We often see teenagers and young adults fall in the night owl category, which means they are fighting their body clock to get up or concentrate at school," Dr Deanne, Director of the TPCH Sleep Disorders Centre said.
"As we get older, many people naturally wake earlier, so early birds become more common - this is biological, but also environmental, with many parents to young children finding they are woken up regardless of their body clock.
"There is a third type of rare chronograph, known as free running, where people have no pattern. This can affect people who may have loss of sight, as melatonin production in the brain is suppressed by light.
"About 50 per cent of people say they are always tired, so while we suggest strategies to manage your sleep quality including reducing stimulus and blue light before bed, if you're struggling to get through daily tasks, you might need to come see us for some extra support." 💤
Hopefully Metro North will support this with their employees and recognise how to support them in the workplace to best support performance under these Chronotypes. It definitely benefits all to accept that some people can’t work certain times and accept and support this.
My Neurologist, Dr Zara talked about a sleep study there for sleep apnea - so might be seeing you soon.
I’m a night owl..as an RN in a MNHHS hospital, getting up for day shift is a huge challenge and I feel far more tired after a shift 🥱🥱
Why do school hours work in opposition to teenager chronotypes…imagine a 10.30am to 4.30pm school day for teenagers?
You do an amazing job Deanne. Great leadership, helping many
Laurie 🙌🏻
CBD works wonders in this domain my patients tell me
I find some very young psychologists are bizarre in what they think is normal. Many years ago I had a breakdown and I had a young psychologist trying to get me to relax and sleep at time when I was usually busy in my nursing and had been for years. She seems to have these beliefs that everyone slept overnight when as a rural and remote RN I was on call every night and never got regular hours and my body had forgotten what those sleep patterns were. She had no interest in listening to me and all she managed to do was to frustrate me and waste my time. Furthermore, my director of Nursing, all of 25 years of age had no interest in listening to me either. I ended up quitting due to the lack of support and listening skills of everyone involved in my work and health care. I later heard that the DON quit as well as no one would do the shifts that I had done. The agency nurses had made a bee line home back to Brisbane.
From working in a 14-bed cottage hospital in Scotland to leading nurse-run hepatology clinics at Metro North, Val is always dedicated to the patient experience, no matter where she is. 👩⚕️
Val’s day to day at TPCH consists of coordinating care pathways and referrals, collaborating with gastroenterology and pharmacy and leading nurse-run hepatology clinics that manage approximately 140 patients per month to support timely diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment initiation.
“What matters most to me is that patients can access scans, diagnosis, prognosis information, and treatment plans without unnecessary delays,” Val said.
“It’s important that every patient feels informed, supported, and understood.”
Having completed her Master of Nurse Practitioner at the end of 2025, Val is looking forward to some more free time outside of work.
👏 Shoutout Saturday to Val and her fantastic work in TPCH Hepatology.
Good on you Val.
Congratulations Val on completing your NP studies. Pleased to see the nursing progression within TPCH Gastroenterology. 👏🏼
Amazing Val ❤️🥰
Another amazing Nurse Practitioner for Brisbane!
So privileged to be working with her. She's one of the best and my inspiration. TPCH are so lucky having her. Hopefully I get to work with her again someday❤️
Hey Val..great photo.. well done sistah x
Val! You're the bestest!!! Yay NPnow! Congrats ❤️
Val is a wonderful nurse! Congratulations on finishing your studies!!
Val is amazing! TPCH are very lucky to have her ❤️
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Val. Such a strong patient advocate. An amazing nurse and now an NP! 🌟
Every other person looks familiar to me but that can't be right.....("There’s also a psychological thing called “social hunger.” We humans are social creatures, and sometimes when we’re feeling lonely or isolated, our brains might make us think we recognize people as a way of seeking connection[3].") helpdementia.com/why-do-i-sometimes-think-strangers-are-people-i-know/
Whilst many hearts will be won with roses and chocolate today, the Cardiothoracic Surgery team at TPCH are focused on something even more powerful - giving hearts a second chance at life! ❤️
Dr Nikunj, a Cardiothoracic Surgeon at TPCH says that heart transplants make up some of his most complicated yet rewarding work, not only due to the extreme precision required but also the levels of coordination necessary amongst the team.
“Being a part of the most profound act of altruism that the donor has agreed to, often the recipient has run out of all the options medical science has to offer and this is their final hope," he said.
“Not many cardiac surgeons get to do transplants, it is the pinnacle of cardiac surgery.
“You as a donor save one life, but the patient's whole family is impacted, and it improves everyone’s life.”
A big Shoutout Saturday to Dr Nikunj and the TPCH team on their work with our cardiac patients, and to all the organ donors out there. 🫀👏
God Bless you all and Thankyou for what do for the patients their loved ones and and of the the donars and their families too❤️
The best team! Thank you for what you do.
God bless this amazing team
I may not have had heart problems but had surgery for cancer there. Dr Yang as amazing finding every way to see where my cancer was and Dr Nadoo did an amazing surgery removing the top lobe of my right lung. Without this pair of amazing drs at the TPCH I may not be here today. I thank God and them every day. 🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗
From a young age, new graduate Kate always knew she wanted to follow in her dad Nathan's footsteps. Now she is starting her new role in palliative care just like her dad did 20 years ago! 🫶
Kate's decision to go into palliative care was solidified after her placement at TPCH in the specialty.
"I looked up to my dad, making a difference in people's lives, being a part of their life story," she said.
Nathan says how it is special to see his daughter follow the same path through Metro North.
"I'm still at Redcliffe Hospital, they are a great team, and we all support each other and work together to make a difference for our patients and families."
What an inspirational role model Dad must be. It’s a true “work of heart” and it sounds as if the profession is blessed to have you both. Welcome!
Congrats Kate and Nathan
Get it girl!! Miss you already Kate xxxx
Congrats to daughter for following her dad’s footsteps. Good luck and all the best to both of your journey. 💝❤️
Thankyou to you and your family for your service
Look forward to working with you Kate.
So lovely for you Nathan and Kate - a shared passion that brings expertise, passion, care and love to patients at their most vulnerable time.
Thankyou Kate and Nathan. Love your great passion for your work.
Congratulations. What a nice story.
Let's go
Congratulations Kate and Nathan
Congrats Kate! You are going to be a fantastic nurse! Will miss seeing you x
This I love !! Here is my daughter and I heading off to our shift at the Wesley - same unit.
Well done Kate... a wonderful career and you have a wonderful role model of a dad
How wonderful ❤️ We miss seeing your smiling face Nathan, hope you are well 😊
How beautiful! Very proud dad there!
Congratulations,people like you make the world a better place. 🙏
Congratulations Kate. Enjoy your next journey.
Congratulations to you both!❤️
How wonderful...as a Pall care nurse myself I am overjoyed that you both work in this very special area of nursing.x
Congratulations Kate so excited for you !
both amazing
Well done Kate, it’s an area I should’ve branched into years ago and regret not doing so. Enjoy ☺️
“There were eight kids in the family, very adventurous days, and seven of us are still alive. When Dad was working out at Burramine doing fencing, we got a visit, but his work saved us from being part of the stolen generation. We were always in contact with community."
💭 Monday Mantra, TPCH Cardiac patient Clive, a proud Yorta Yorta man.
If you're being admitted to TPCH, one of the first friendly faces you're likely to meet is Michelle! 🎉😍
Michelle has supported patients at the Prince Charles Hospital for 40 years, joining the team fresh out of high school.
She spent time in a number of Units including X-ray, the Ellen Barron Centre, Admissions, and the ED, and has spent the last 25 years in Pre-Admissions, where patients come in for Orthopaedic, General Surgery or Cardiology procedures.
"I have had a lot of “thank you, great work”, “love your smile” and "God Bless you” in my time, and the occasional knitted teddy bear or tea towels," she said, reflecting on her experiences with patients.
"Prince Charles holds a special place in my heart because it was here that I met my late husband, and now years later, our son works here too.
"One day I will retire and relax, babysit, throw in a couple of cruises and look back on my time at Prince Charles with fond memories, life-long friends and a lot of tea towels!"
👏 Shoutout Saturday to one of our long-serving friendly faces, Michelle. 🚢💐
Woohoo 🎉 congratulations on 40 years Michelle. 🏅
My wife Maureen and I had the pleasure of working with you in the early days when your late husband was still with us, and over the years. Congratruations on your recognition.Always kind and smiling.
Yes, she’s helped me several times with admissions and is super friendly and happy and efficient!
Lovely smile, Michelle!
Love your work…..and your smile myself Michelle!! ❤️
Congratulations ❤️ 🎊 👏 Michelle, and love working with you xx
Gorgous collegue, lovely person to work with
I had the pleasure of working with Michelle during my time at TPCH. Michelle was always so kind and friendly to me.
Always love working with you Michelle. A day in PREAC with you was always a great one.
Michelle Noa you're a gem. Seeing you makes my day. And, no there will be no talk of retirement... not while I'm still around 😝
A breath of fresh air. Always smiling and happy to help.
The most wonderful person and amazing staff member. Michelle was the most amazing support when I worked at TPCH. Thanks Michelle and know that you are loved by all who knows you With much gratitude. Xo
Congratulations Michelle. 💐❤️ I enjoyed our lunches together and the laughs we shared. You are loved by everyone.
Such a beautiful person and someone who brightens the day of those she works with and those she helps ❤️🙌🏻
You always make the world a brighter place Michelle.
Congratulations Michelle Your happy smile is infectious
What a milestone Michelle. Congratulations!!
Congratulations Michelle, a truly beautiful soul and special lady. TPCH and patients are blessed to have you x
We appreciate you Michelle!
So pleased to see your work recognised Michelle, congratulations on 40 years at TPCH beautiful lady. 😘
What an honour and a pleasure it is working with Michelle. A credit to her profession, and a wonderful, lovely person to work alongside. As a nurse, I’d be lost without your guidance and support. Thank you for the last 40 years Michelle x
Yes Michelle is amazing. I’m very proud to call her my colleague.
Lovely Michelle ❤️ Congratulations on 40 years at TPCH.. I always loved seeing you at work or hearing your voice when I rang EPAC.. you are always so kind and caring to everyone.. a beautiful lady xo ❤️❤️❤️
The team at TPCH are getting to the root of dental health problems for our eligible patients! 🦷
A new TPCH Dental Clinic is now open for current inpatients who may have an urgent dental need that are impacting on their medical treatment whilst at TPCH.
One of our main cohorts are cardiac patients who may require sudden heart valve surgery and must be deemed 'dentally fit' before their treatment.
Dr Arnella and Dental Assistant Yuki share why it is important for our cardiac patients to be seen on site before surgery.
“We want to ensure there’s no active infection in the mouth that can go into the bloodstream and affect the new heart valves,” Dr Arnella said.
“Getting patients off campus for treatment is a complicated process, logistically it’s a lot safer to stay on site.”
Such an amazing difference it must make to impatients.Well done TPCH for the great addition to your services.
This is amazing!!!! A great team looking after those in urgent need.
Great job guys 👏 👏
Fantastic initiative 🩷
Such a great team! Well Done Ladies!🦷🪥
I see a familiar face , good work and good hands. Making a difference.
Amazing!!
Great job all! A great service & a great team! 🦷
Great team! Great facilities I heard as well. Lucky patients for having such good care in situ! Well done team!
Wow, what a great team.
The dream 🦷 team 💕
Well done team!!!
Great work
What a great service for those patients.
That’s a great idea!
Brilliant 👏🏻 👏🏻
Beautiful
I so miss Metro North.
👏
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🦷🦷🦷👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Hi Arnella!
Miss you guys.
Masks are an important defence against respiratory illness and protection from dust and other airborne hazards.Latest news
Experts warn against dangers of e-scooters
Brisbane trauma experts are again warning people about the dangers of e-scooters and e-bikes following a rise in serious injuries during the last 12 months.
Events
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 11 March 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
/ MetroNorthHHS
If you've ever felt you can't possibly get up for work, or you feel out of sync with when you're most sleepy, you're not alone! Many people struggle with their chronotype not matching up with life's schedule. 😴
Chronotypes are the body's natural preference to sleep and wake at certain times, and it's not uncommon for night owls and morning larks to find themselves beside each other - or find themselves in a job that doesn't align with their preference. ☀️🌙
"We often see teenagers and young adults fall in the night owl category, which means they are fighting their body clock to get up or concentrate at school," Dr Deanne, Director of the TPCH Sleep Disorders Centre said.
"As we get older, many people naturally wake earlier, so early birds become more common - this is biological, but also environmental, with many parents to young children finding they are woken up regardless of their body clock.
"There is a third type of rare chronograph, known as free running, where people have no pattern. This can affect people who may have loss of sight, as melatonin production in the brain is suppressed by light.
"About 50 per cent of people say they are always tired, so while we suggest strategies to manage your sleep quality including reducing stimulus and blue light before bed, if you're struggling to get through daily tasks, you might need to come see us for some extra support." 💤
Hopefully Metro North will support this with their employees and recognise how to support them in the workplace to best support performance under these Chronotypes. It definitely benefits all to accept that some people can’t work certain times and accept and support this.
My Neurologist, Dr Zara talked about a sleep study there for sleep apnea - so might be seeing you soon.
I’m a night owl..as an RN in a MNHHS hospital, getting up for day shift is a huge challenge and I feel far more tired after a shift 🥱🥱
Why do school hours work in opposition to teenager chronotypes…imagine a 10.30am to 4.30pm school day for teenagers?
You do an amazing job Deanne. Great leadership, helping many
Laurie 🙌🏻
CBD works wonders in this domain my patients tell me
I find some very young psychologists are bizarre in what they think is normal. Many years ago I had a breakdown and I had a young psychologist trying to get me to relax and sleep at time when I was usually busy in my nursing and had been for years. She seems to have these beliefs that everyone slept overnight when as a rural and remote RN I was on call every night and never got regular hours and my body had forgotten what those sleep patterns were. She had no interest in listening to me and all she managed to do was to frustrate me and waste my time. Furthermore, my director of Nursing, all of 25 years of age had no interest in listening to me either. I ended up quitting due to the lack of support and listening skills of everyone involved in my work and health care. I later heard that the DON quit as well as no one would do the shifts that I had done. The agency nurses had made a bee line home back to Brisbane.
From working in a 14-bed cottage hospital in Scotland to leading nurse-run hepatology clinics at Metro North, Val is always dedicated to the patient experience, no matter where she is. 👩⚕️
Val’s day to day at TPCH consists of coordinating care pathways and referrals, collaborating with gastroenterology and pharmacy and leading nurse-run hepatology clinics that manage approximately 140 patients per month to support timely diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment initiation.
“What matters most to me is that patients can access scans, diagnosis, prognosis information, and treatment plans without unnecessary delays,” Val said.
“It’s important that every patient feels informed, supported, and understood.”
Having completed her Master of Nurse Practitioner at the end of 2025, Val is looking forward to some more free time outside of work.
👏 Shoutout Saturday to Val and her fantastic work in TPCH Hepatology.
Good on you Val.
Congratulations Val on completing your NP studies. Pleased to see the nursing progression within TPCH Gastroenterology. 👏🏼
Amazing Val ❤️🥰
Another amazing Nurse Practitioner for Brisbane!
So privileged to be working with her. She's one of the best and my inspiration. TPCH are so lucky having her. Hopefully I get to work with her again someday❤️
Hey Val..great photo.. well done sistah x
Val! You're the bestest!!! Yay NPnow! Congrats ❤️
Val is a wonderful nurse! Congratulations on finishing your studies!!
Val is amazing! TPCH are very lucky to have her ❤️
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Val. Such a strong patient advocate. An amazing nurse and now an NP! 🌟
Every other person looks familiar to me but that can't be right.....("There’s also a psychological thing called “social hunger.” We humans are social creatures, and sometimes when we’re feeling lonely or isolated, our brains might make us think we recognize people as a way of seeking connection[3].") helpdementia.com/why-do-i-sometimes-think-strangers-are-people-i-know/
Whilst many hearts will be won with roses and chocolate today, the Cardiothoracic Surgery team at TPCH are focused on something even more powerful - giving hearts a second chance at life! ❤️
Dr Nikunj, a Cardiothoracic Surgeon at TPCH says that heart transplants make up some of his most complicated yet rewarding work, not only due to the extreme precision required but also the levels of coordination necessary amongst the team.
“Being a part of the most profound act of altruism that the donor has agreed to, often the recipient has run out of all the options medical science has to offer and this is their final hope," he said.
“Not many cardiac surgeons get to do transplants, it is the pinnacle of cardiac surgery.
“You as a donor save one life, but the patient's whole family is impacted, and it improves everyone’s life.”
A big Shoutout Saturday to Dr Nikunj and the TPCH team on their work with our cardiac patients, and to all the organ donors out there. 🫀👏
God Bless you all and Thankyou for what do for the patients their loved ones and and of the the donars and their families too❤️
The best team! Thank you for what you do.
God bless this amazing team
I may not have had heart problems but had surgery for cancer there. Dr Yang as amazing finding every way to see where my cancer was and Dr Nadoo did an amazing surgery removing the top lobe of my right lung. Without this pair of amazing drs at the TPCH I may not be here today. I thank God and them every day. 🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗
From a young age, new graduate Kate always knew she wanted to follow in her dad Nathan's footsteps. Now she is starting her new role in palliative care just like her dad did 20 years ago! 🫶
Kate's decision to go into palliative care was solidified after her placement at TPCH in the specialty.
"I looked up to my dad, making a difference in people's lives, being a part of their life story," she said.
Nathan says how it is special to see his daughter follow the same path through Metro North.
"I'm still at Redcliffe Hospital, they are a great team, and we all support each other and work together to make a difference for our patients and families."
What an inspirational role model Dad must be. It’s a true “work of heart” and it sounds as if the profession is blessed to have you both. Welcome!
Congrats Kate and Nathan
Get it girl!! Miss you already Kate xxxx
Congrats to daughter for following her dad’s footsteps. Good luck and all the best to both of your journey. 💝❤️
Thankyou to you and your family for your service
Look forward to working with you Kate.
So lovely for you Nathan and Kate - a shared passion that brings expertise, passion, care and love to patients at their most vulnerable time.
Thankyou Kate and Nathan. Love your great passion for your work.
Congratulations. What a nice story.
Let's go
Congratulations Kate and Nathan
Congrats Kate! You are going to be a fantastic nurse! Will miss seeing you x
This I love !! Here is my daughter and I heading off to our shift at the Wesley - same unit.
Well done Kate... a wonderful career and you have a wonderful role model of a dad
How wonderful ❤️ We miss seeing your smiling face Nathan, hope you are well 😊
How beautiful! Very proud dad there!
Congratulations,people like you make the world a better place. 🙏
Congratulations Kate. Enjoy your next journey.
Congratulations to you both!❤️
How wonderful...as a Pall care nurse myself I am overjoyed that you both work in this very special area of nursing.x
Congratulations Kate so excited for you !
both amazing
Well done Kate, it’s an area I should’ve branched into years ago and regret not doing so. Enjoy ☺️
“There were eight kids in the family, very adventurous days, and seven of us are still alive. When Dad was working out at Burramine doing fencing, we got a visit, but his work saved us from being part of the stolen generation. We were always in contact with community."
💭 Monday Mantra, TPCH Cardiac patient Clive, a proud Yorta Yorta man.
If you're being admitted to TPCH, one of the first friendly faces you're likely to meet is Michelle! 🎉😍
Michelle has supported patients at the Prince Charles Hospital for 40 years, joining the team fresh out of high school.
She spent time in a number of Units including X-ray, the Ellen Barron Centre, Admissions, and the ED, and has spent the last 25 years in Pre-Admissions, where patients come in for Orthopaedic, General Surgery or Cardiology procedures.
"I have had a lot of “thank you, great work”, “love your smile” and "God Bless you” in my time, and the occasional knitted teddy bear or tea towels," she said, reflecting on her experiences with patients.
"Prince Charles holds a special place in my heart because it was here that I met my late husband, and now years later, our son works here too.
"One day I will retire and relax, babysit, throw in a couple of cruises and look back on my time at Prince Charles with fond memories, life-long friends and a lot of tea towels!"
👏 Shoutout Saturday to one of our long-serving friendly faces, Michelle. 🚢💐
Woohoo 🎉 congratulations on 40 years Michelle. 🏅
My wife Maureen and I had the pleasure of working with you in the early days when your late husband was still with us, and over the years. Congratruations on your recognition.Always kind and smiling.
Yes, she’s helped me several times with admissions and is super friendly and happy and efficient!
Lovely smile, Michelle!
Love your work…..and your smile myself Michelle!! ❤️
Congratulations ❤️ 🎊 👏 Michelle, and love working with you xx
Gorgous collegue, lovely person to work with
I had the pleasure of working with Michelle during my time at TPCH. Michelle was always so kind and friendly to me.
Always love working with you Michelle. A day in PREAC with you was always a great one.
Michelle Noa you're a gem. Seeing you makes my day. And, no there will be no talk of retirement... not while I'm still around 😝
A breath of fresh air. Always smiling and happy to help.
The most wonderful person and amazing staff member. Michelle was the most amazing support when I worked at TPCH. Thanks Michelle and know that you are loved by all who knows you With much gratitude. Xo
Congratulations Michelle. 💐❤️ I enjoyed our lunches together and the laughs we shared. You are loved by everyone.
Such a beautiful person and someone who brightens the day of those she works with and those she helps ❤️🙌🏻
You always make the world a brighter place Michelle.
Congratulations Michelle Your happy smile is infectious
What a milestone Michelle. Congratulations!!
Congratulations Michelle, a truly beautiful soul and special lady. TPCH and patients are blessed to have you x
We appreciate you Michelle!
So pleased to see your work recognised Michelle, congratulations on 40 years at TPCH beautiful lady. 😘
What an honour and a pleasure it is working with Michelle. A credit to her profession, and a wonderful, lovely person to work alongside. As a nurse, I’d be lost without your guidance and support. Thank you for the last 40 years Michelle x
Yes Michelle is amazing. I’m very proud to call her my colleague.
Lovely Michelle ❤️ Congratulations on 40 years at TPCH.. I always loved seeing you at work or hearing your voice when I rang EPAC.. you are always so kind and caring to everyone.. a beautiful lady xo ❤️❤️❤️
The team at TPCH are getting to the root of dental health problems for our eligible patients! 🦷
A new TPCH Dental Clinic is now open for current inpatients who may have an urgent dental need that are impacting on their medical treatment whilst at TPCH.
One of our main cohorts are cardiac patients who may require sudden heart valve surgery and must be deemed 'dentally fit' before their treatment.
Dr Arnella and Dental Assistant Yuki share why it is important for our cardiac patients to be seen on site before surgery.
“We want to ensure there’s no active infection in the mouth that can go into the bloodstream and affect the new heart valves,” Dr Arnella said.
“Getting patients off campus for treatment is a complicated process, logistically it’s a lot safer to stay on site.”
Such an amazing difference it must make to impatients.Well done TPCH for the great addition to your services.
This is amazing!!!! A great team looking after those in urgent need.
Great job guys 👏 👏
Fantastic initiative 🩷
Such a great team! Well Done Ladies!🦷🪥
I see a familiar face , good work and good hands. Making a difference.
Amazing!!
Great job all! A great service & a great team! 🦷
Great team! Great facilities I heard as well. Lucky patients for having such good care in situ! Well done team!
Wow, what a great team.
The dream 🦷 team 💕
Well done team!!!
Great work
What a great service for those patients.
That’s a great idea!
Brilliant 👏🏻 👏🏻
Beautiful
I so miss Metro North.
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Hi Arnella!
Miss you guys.
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