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TPCH anaesthetists make a clinical sustainable switch for a greener future
The Prince Charles Hospital is Queensland’s first hospital, and the first large tertiary hospital in Australia, to decommission its use of reticulated nitrous oxide anaesthetic gas for environmental purposes.
Hyperbaric supervisor Bob takes patients on a ‘deep dive’
After a decorated naval career, Bob Campbell is still using his diving skills as a senior hyperbaric chamber supervisor at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
Ben’s equipped for patient care
When it comes to solving complex problems relating to medical equipment, Ben Potts is the go-to person.
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.
Making health care personal
For Aldi Mehicic, empowering patients to share their preferences for future health care is central to providing high quality personalised care.
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.
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
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.
Faster treatment for heart failure
Patients with heart failure can now access early treatment and avoid hospital admission following the introduction of a new Rapid Access Heart Failure Service at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH).
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.
Medicine for the heart
Junior doctor couple Poppy Heffernan and Nick Thompson have their hearts in the right place. The two budding medics decided to devote their lives to caring for others through medicine.
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.
Memory lane helping older patients speed up road to recovery
A new historical photographic display at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) is allowing older patients to take a trip down memory lane to help improve their recovery.
Staff shine at Excellence Awards
Care of older people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those with heart and lung disease were in spotlight on Friday 15 December as Metro North Health celebrated its annual Staff Excellence Awards.
Charlie’s Village improving dementia patient journey
Patient Neville Ross enjoys a meal with his daughter Michelle and granddaughter, Alexis at the new Charlies Village hotel accompanied by members of the CAM Unit team.
Construction of 1500 more car park spaces underway
Construction of 1500 more car park spaces underway. More car parking at the hospital campus is being delivered by Multiplex for healthcare workers, patients and visitors and to support the growth of The Prince Charles Hospital.
Keeping nursing in the family
For brothers Jared and Nathaniel Ah-Leong, caring for others is part of their DNA.
60 years of better lung health
Thousands of patients have been through TPCH Respiratory Investigations Unit and undergone vital lung testing for improved health since its inception.
Hospital superheroes celebrate birthday
Staff at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) recently replaced their scrubs with superhero outfits to celebrate the hospital’s upcoming birthday.
Master hospital chefs improving nutrition for patients
For hospital chef duo Peter Wright-Hofmeister and Rahul Raj, improving the experience of patients at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) through nutritious and interesting meals is a passion.
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Queenslanders know there's no place like home. Luckily for students studying to become Nuclear Medicine Scientists, they now have an opportunity to complete their studies in the sunshine state. 🏠💓
Queensland Health has partnered with @rmituniversity to offer Queensland students studying Nuclear Medicine opportunities with three Metro North Health teams as part of the Embedded Students Program.
RBWH Technical Director of Nuclear Medicine Travis is excited to provide training and cutting-edge healthcare opportunities for students, with RBWH and TPCH currently taking applications for the 2026 program.
"We're excited to open the doors to Queenslanders who haven't been able to undertake Nuclear Medicine studies previously due to geographical limitations," Travis shared.
"Both school leavers and mature aged students have had no choice but to be away from their families in the past, which is a hard decision to make."
Alexander from TPCH understands the need for a local workforce to have access to the program, especially as the demand for services and the aging population increases.
"We've been looking at ways to improve access for students and recruit locals, as we want to train people who want to work in their community."
Scholarships of up to $15,000 per year are available for eligible students enrolled in the program. Click here for more information: www.health.qld.gov.au/ahwac/html/cet/nms-embedded-student-program
Such an exciting opportunity! One of the most innovative and rapidly advancing areas of medicine 🤩.
When it comes to leadership in nursing, having a shared vision and delivering exceptional care are important attributes to learn. ❤️🩹
A group of Metro North Nurse and Midwifery Unit Managers are taking part in the I-CARE #BraverLeaders Program, led by the renowned Professor Brian Dolan OBE, a nursing expert with a 30+ year career in healthcare.
🚶➡️ Professor Brian is the originator of the @endpjparalysis campaign and the #Last1000days concept and has created a social movement in healthcare providing leadership strategies for health professionals.
ICU Nurse Unit Managers Gary from Redcliffe Hospital and Liz from TPCH were lucky to take part in the Braver Leaders program and to spend time with Professor Brian as he shared important guidance and strategies. 🤗
"Patient's time is the most valuable currency in healthcare," Professor Dolan shared.
"Let's make very minute count."
Fabulous Liz & Gary you both are wonderful leaders.
Brian Dolan - love ❤️ your work!
Great work Liz!! ❤️
Ahh Brian - keep up the good work
Great opportunity for all - wonderful to see Liz and Gary enjoying the program . Always wonderful to see Brian Dolan.
Well done Liz & Gary!
So lucky Brian Dolan loves Metro North Health and keeps on agreeing to come back, always amazing insights and ideas to share. Thankyou!
Legends ❤️
Great leaders deserve great opportunity. Cream of the crop in MN. So pleased to have Brian Dolan join us!!