April 2025
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Bev Carman racing for a good cause with Northern Health Foundation
On Saturday, 5 April 2025, the Kilmore Racing Club hosted the annual Bev Carman’s Race Day at Kilmore Racing Club, blending the excitement of country racing with heartfelt community support. The event aimed to raise funds for cancer services at Northern Health, a cause deeply personal to Bev and her family. Thanks to Bev’s dedication, and the support of the northern community, the event was able to raise an incredible $10,000 towards Bev’s cause. Bev is a dedicated community figure and patron of Northern Health Foundation, and has long been instrumental in organising this charitable race day. Her commitment stems…
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Northern Health named top contributor in global emergency care study
Northern Hospital Epping’s dedication to advancing global health has been recently recognised on an international stage. The AlliGatOr Project, a groundbreaking study focused on improving emergency care systems worldwide, has acknowledged our team as one of the top five per cent of data contributors. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our healthcare professionals, who have played a crucial role in reaching nearly 1,000 patient entries – an impressive milestone for the project. The AlliGatOr Project is an international prospective cohort study that uses appendicitis as a model to identify areas for improvement in…
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Get to know: Matt Hood
#WeAreNorthern Meet Matt Hood, Web Developer, Digital Health, Northern Health. Q: Matt, could I start with your coffee order, please? A: I go for a magic (double ristretto + equal parts milk) if I’m in Melbourne, and when I’m away, I order a flat white. Q: What do you like most about your role at Northern Health? A: I still feel relatively new at Northern Health, having joined early last year as a web developer. I’m part of the Digital Health development team alongside Andrew, Justin, and Mehdi, where we’ve built and continue to maintain the new registration portal for…
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Phone apps to improve wellbeing
Looking after your wellbeing has never been easier, with two apps designed to support staff mental health and overall wellbeing. Whether you need quick access to professional support or self-guided tools to improve your day-to-day psychological health, these apps can help. Northern Health’s Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing Program (EAP) provider, Converge, has a dedicated app that makes accessing confidential support easier than ever. Through the Converge app, staff can book EAP sessions directly, without needing to make a phone call, access a range of wellbeing resources, including articles and self-help tools, and contact professional counsellors for confidential support. In…
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Bula Boss: Dr Sela Koyamaibole’s journey to becoming Fiji’s first vascular surgeon
The first thing you’ll notice about Dr Sela Koyamaibole is his presence. Tall and broad-shouldered, he has the build of a rugby player but the heart of a healer. Despite his stature, there is a gentleness about him, a warmth that radiates in every interaction. Referred to by some as the ‘Gentle Giant’ of the Vascular Surgery Unit, his name is spoken with both affection and admiration. Originally from Fiji – a country facing a growing burden of vascular disease – Dr Sela arrived at Northern Health through the Global Vascular Companionship (GVC), eager to refine his skills and deepen…
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World Music Therapy Week: Music to support rest, healing and wellbeing
“When we hear music, it can switch our brain from fight-flight, problem-solving mode into relaxation-mode, and help promote feelings of calm, safety and wellbeing, all of which can help support good rest” – Senior Music Therapist, Dr Lucy Forrest. World Music Therapy Week is celebrated annually from 10 to 15 April. The week shines a spotlight on the vital work of music therapists, the lives they touch, and the transformative impact they make. Northern’s Senior Music Therapist, Dr Lucy Forrest, is using this week to focus attention on how music can support rest and healing for people in the hospital.…
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Code Brown preparedness
In response to changes within the organisation, Northern Health has completed a comprehensive review of its Code Brown procedures, forms, and action cards. This overhaul is aimed at enhancing the health service’s readiness for major incidents and disasters, with a specific focus on improving the support provided by each department during emergencies. The review process incorporated extensive feedback from various sources, including: Code brown simulations conducted by the Simulation and Safety Team Major Incident Medical Management and Support (MIMMS) training course Emergency Department Disaster Working Group Departmental changes and feedback Benchmarking with a number of major health services across Victoria.…
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Get to know: Mary Stojanoski
#WeAreNorthern Meet Mary Stojanoski, Director, Human Resources & Talent Acquisition, Northern Health. Q: First, let’s start with your coffee order? A: Almond latte, and I also love a Turkish coffee when I’m at home. Q: Tell us about your journey at Northern Health? A: I started at Northern Health on a part-time fixed term contract in a project role and 10 years later I’m still here! My current position is the Director Human Resources & Talent Acquisition. The Talent team work with hiring managers to find, identify, attract, and hire qualified candidates, ensuring Northern Health continue its growth trajectory with…