2025
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Inspiring Futures: Assumption College Careers Expo
Northern Health was proud to participate in the recent Careers Expo at Assumption College Kilmore. For Northern Health, it was more than just a day of presentations – it was a meaningful opportunity to connect, inspire, and share the passion behind healthcare careers. Simone Cariss, Allied Health Workforce Manager, described the day as “a fantastic
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Get to know: Daniella Chapkoun
#WeAreNorthern Meet Daniella Chapkoun, Clinical Informatics Advisor, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Northern Health. Q: First, let’s start with your coffee order? A: Always a latte. And while we’re here – let me help everyone out with my surname, which often causes a bit of confusion. It’s Chapkoun, like Napkin… but with a twist! Q: Tell
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GEM@Home celebrates 10 years of innovative care
Northern Health’s Geriatric Evaluation and Management at Home (GEM@Home) program has recently marked its 10-year milestone, celebrating a decade of delivering innovative, hospital-level care to older patients in the comfort of their own homes. The program was established to ensure frail older people with multiple and complex needs have access to specialist assessment, diagnostic and
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Care beyond walls: How the Virtual Observation Ward is transforming Hospital at Home
Since the inception of the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED) in 2020, Northern Health’s virtual services have continued to expand across the full continuum of care. One of the newest innovations, the Virtual Observation Ward (VOW), launched on 6 May 2024, is helping patients receive hospital-level care in their own homes. Recognising an opportunity to
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Leadership and innovation in anaesthesia
Northern Health’s Department of Anaesthetics, Perioperative Medicine and Pain made an impressive mark at the 2025 ANZCA (Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists) Annual Scientific Meeting, showcasing the depth of innovation, expertise, and clinical leadership within our service. Dr Hosim Prasai Thapa presented “Making Blocks Accessible”, highlighting the groundbreaking model at Northern Health where
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Get up, get moving, get better
Today, Northern Health launched the “Get up, get moving, get better” campaign across Ward 4 at Northern Hospital Epping and Unit 1 and PCW at Bundoora Centre. “Get up, get moving, get better” is a proactive initiative designed to combat hospital-acquired functional decline and promote faster, safer recovery for our patients. Hospital stays, while essential
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Get to know: Colin Bourke
#WeAre Northern Meet Colin Bourke, a Senior Social Worker, marriage celebrant, marathon runner, and mentor to many. After 20 years of dedicated service, he is preparing to retire at the end of June. Q: First, let’s start with your coffee order? I much prefer an orange, tomato and carrots smoothie. Q: Tell us
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Healthy choices, healthier futures at Northern Health
Northern Health’s continued commitment to align with the Victorian Government’s Healthy Choices Policy means staff and visitors have greater access to healthier food options. The Healthy Choices Policy Directive aims to improve health and wellbeing by supporting and promoting the availability of nutritious food and drink options in vending machines, staff catering, and in-house food