2025
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Mary Kouvas recognised for Excellence in Patient Documentation
Behind every accurate medical record is someone making sure the clinical truth is told, and at Northern Health, that someone is Mary Kouvas. Mary, our Clinical Documentation Integrity/Improvement (CDI) Coordinator, has been named Clinical Documentation Specialist of the Year at the 2025 Clinical Documentation Improvement Conference. This national recognition celebrates her extraordinary work in improving
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Honouring ANZAC Day 2025
Earlier today, the annual Northern Health ANZAC Day Service took place at Dianella Hostel, Kilmore District Hospital (KDH). For many years, this service has been deeply rooted in Bundoora Centre. This year, however, marked a new chapter as we united with the residents and staff of KDH to commemorate ANZAC Day. The MC’s were Jennifer
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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,
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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