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  • Australian first surgery for lung cancer 03 February 2026 An Australian first surgery at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) has enabled a patient with suspected lung cancer to have biopsies taken, cancer confirmed and removed all in one operation, under one anaesthetic. SCGH Executive Director Dr Jodi Graham thanked our innovative Respiratory Team for their dedication to enhance clinical care for lung cancer patients and identifying groundbreaking opportunities through evolving technology and precision medicine. “Our team is pioneering enhanced patient outcomes and I congratulate them on their vision of diagnosing and removing cancer within one anaesthetic,” Dr Graham said. Respiratory Medicine Consultant Dr Dhaval Thakkar led the ground-breaking surgery detecting the cancer deep in the lungs, before carrying out precision tissue sampling, and then highlighting the cancer with a glowing marker for a thoracic surgeon to easily loca...
  • Cutting-edge treatment option for early-stage primary liver cancer 29 January 2026 Congratulations to A/Professor Colin Tang, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Radiation Oncology Consultant and Investigator, who recently presented at the Accuray Australasian Symposium on a cutting-edge treatment option for early-stage primary liver cancer. Prof Tang said his work explores whether stereotactic ablative body radiotherapy (SABR) could offer a safer, more effective treatment option for ...
  • Dr Barry Vieira
    Dr Barry Vieira awarded Parkinsons WA award 23 January 2026 Dr Barry Vieira has recently been awarded the 2025 Janet McLeod Health Professional Award from Parkinsons WA, for the development of the Parkinsons Service at Osborne Park Hospital. Our Parkinsons Service covers statewide referrals and provides a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and managing Parkinsons in older adults. The Janet McLeod Health Professional Award is awarded annually to a health ...
  • Graylands volunteer turns 100
    Graylands Hospital volunteer legend Edna celebrates 100th birthday 19 January 2026 Long-serving Graylands Hospital volunteer Edna Prosser recently celebrated her 100th birthday, with a morning tea ceremony held in her honour. Edna has been volunteering with us for an amazing 48 years, for which we are extremely grateful. She continues to volunteer weekly and remains dedicated to serving the hospital community and the many patients and friends she has made over the years. A morn...
  • Sue Morey
    Farewell to Sue Morey 14 January 2026 After many years of dedicated service, Sue Morey retired from her role as nurse practitioner at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) the end of 2025. Sue will be greatly missed, especially for her unwavering commitment to patients and open-door approach to care. Sue is the longest serving registered nurse at SCGH, and her focus on putting patients first and fostering a supportive environment has...

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  • Volunteers required for the Emergency Department 11 October 2023 Do you know someone interested in emergency health care and looking to gain exposure within a dynamic hospital environment? We are looking for volunteers to play a key role in assisting patients and families or carers within the Emergency Department at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. Volunteers will direct patients to the triage area and act as the key facilitator between families or carers and triage staff. They will provide general support within the Emergency Department and provide patient updates to waiting family members or carers. Volunteers will liaise with nursing and administrative staff to escort families or carers to the correct patient once triaging is complete. Requirements The Emergency Department is a fast paced and challenging environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills are required along with a consumer engagement focus. No previous experience is necessary b...
  • WANMEA winners
    Congratulations to our WA Nursing and Midwifery Awards (WANMEA) winners 09 October 2023 We're extremely proud to announce our 2023 WA Nursing and Midwifery Awards (WANMEA) winners: Sandra Vinciguerra, Jodie Atkinson and Dr Zoe Bradfield. Sandra Vinciguerra was the winner of the highly prestigious Nurse of the Year award as well as the Excellence in Primary, Public and Community Care award. Sandra's outstanding work as part of the COVID-19 Vaccination Program at North Metropolitan Health Service contributed significantly to the WA health system's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sandra has broken down barriers to vaccination ensuring her clients are informed of the risks and benefits and delivers the vaccine in a safe and non-threatening environment. She provided more than 600 vaccinations, from the local park to remote areas across WA to support the community. She was recognised for being an excellent clinician who has fostered a special rapport with vulnerable and dive...
  • Ian and Claudette in surgery
    Fitzroy Dental Service a labour of love 02 October 2023 Ian and Claudette Davison moved to the remote Kimberley region 11 years ago to run the Fitzroy Crossing Government Dental Clinic after immigrating to Australia the year before – and have not looked back. The husband and wife team has since devoted their lives to improving dental health within the local community and surrounding region, travelling to remote areas to provide dental services. Earlier this year Ian was recognised by the 2023 Community Citizen of the Year Awards receiving a Certificate of Appreciation. Ian said he was shocked and humbled to receive the award. "I had no idea I had been nominated. It was such a surprise when I was presented with the certificate at the dental clinic," Ian said. "It's not always easy providing the much-needed services, but we feel it is our calling to do so and not a job. "Before we moved here, nobody had stayed in the position for mor...
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    Opportunity for Consumer on North Executive Team Committee 29 September 2023 The North Metropolitan Health Service North Executive Team (NET) Committee is the principle advisory body to the Chief Executive and is currently recruiting for a consumer representative role. The committee provides high level strategic and operational advice to the Chief Executive and is a collaborative leadership team with collective accountability. The Executive Committee Consumer Representative role requires specific skills beyond their individual experience, and must be capable of accurately reflecting the viewpoints and concerns of collective consumers or carers. Consumer and carer representatives interested in being on the Executive Committee are invited to apply by addressing the selection criteria and providing a letter of support from a relevant consumer or carer organisation. View further information about the consumer representative role (PDF) or contact Dr Christina Bert...
  • Dental Clinical Assistant Lisa Daw
    Celebrating our dedicated staff 29 September 2023 Congratulations to Dental Clinical Assistant Lisa Daw who has been nominated as Employee of the Season for Makuru. Lisa was recognised for her dedication, understanding and experience and support with projects. She recently organised the relocation of the Newman Dental Clinic. This was a major task, which provided logistical challenges because of the remote location. Lisa packed the existing clinic then unpacked at the new location reprocessing instruments and other equipment as well as orientating new staff. Lisa has since relocated to Albany and was presented with her award at a morning tea staff meeting.
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