February 2025
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Get to know: Terri Fiorenza
#WeAreNorthern Meet Terri Fiorenza, Director – Electronic Medical Record (EMR), Digital Health. Q: Terri, could I start with your coffee order please? A: A small skinny latte is my go-to, however I also have an espresso after dinner as well. Q: You are the Director of EMR – what does the job entail? A: I
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Northern Health Foundation launches its new website
Northern Health Foundation is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website. The updated site is designed to make it easier for staff and the northern community to engage with the work of the Foundation, donate, and read inspiring stories about the people and programs that make a difference across our community. The
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Revolutionising sexual healthcare delivery for LGBTIQA+ individuals
The Virtual Sexual Health Collaborative Consult service is addressing a gap in sexual healthcare access for LGBTIQA+ individuals. The service, which is part of Northern Health’s Victorian Virtual Specialist Consults (VVSC), provides free, virtual video consultations to LGBTIQA+ individuals living in regional areas. A targeted outreach clinic of the VVSC, the sexual health clinic partnered
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This February, let’s talk about ovarian cancer
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, serving as a vital reminder of the impact of this disease on women. With ovarian cancer often referred to as the “silent killer” due to its vague symptoms, awareness and early detection are crucial in improving survival rates. Ovarian cancer begins in the ovaries and can quickly spread to
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First WellAhead Open Day at Kilmore District Hospital
This Wednesday, 26 February, the first WellAhead Open Day will be held at Kilmore District Hospital. It is a half day of activities, from qigong and yoga to card making, Japanese Braiding, a ‘Book Chat’ and a Sound Bath. The activities have been carefully designed for those living with and beyond cancer. This includes patients,
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Get to know: Joby Philip
#WeAreNorthern Today we chat to someone keen to make a positive impact on our consumers lives, however small. Meet Joby Philip, Manager of the Addiction Psychiatry and Toxicology team (APT), and Project Manager Alcohol and Other Drugs, (AOD) Mental Health Division. Q: Firstly, your coffee order please, Joby? A: I love a medium skinny flat
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Empowering the next generation of doctors
Since 2012, the Early Careers Mentoring Program at Northern Health has been a cornerstone in nurturing the growth and development of young doctors. Designed to guide interns through their first year of practice, this initiative pairs each intern with an experienced consultant who offers invaluable support, guidance, and mentorship. This year, the program was launched
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Northern Health Values: Promoting positive outcomes
The potential impact that Northern Health’s values of ‘Safe, Kind, Together’ can have on our patients and colleagues, reaches far deeper than you might expect. While delivering outstanding healthcare is at the forefront of what we do, sometimes seemingly insignificant actions are what remain as an indelible impression. A nervous hand held, a calming word