FROM THE CEO From the CEO Trish Hogan CEO Pindara Private Hospital It feels like each year passes more quickly than the last and 2016 has been no different. This year marked the 45th year Pindara Private Hospital has been caring for the community and after reflecting back on how far we have come, it is amazing to think that the hospital is still growing and changing as much today as it ever has. The biggest project this year has been the completion of the $12 million Emergency department expansion project. The newly-built extension and full refurbishment of the luxurious Emergency Department and South Coast Radiology facility is part of the Stage 3 project and was officially opened by Shadow Minister for Health & Ambulance Services, John-Paul Langbroek MP on 2 December. The Department has grown to three times its original size, including 27 spacious treatment bays and an exceptional paediatric area. We are proud to say that with all this new construction, we have not compromised on delivering high-quality patient care. The new department is fully equipped with the latest technology to help our specialised and experienced emergency team provide the very best care. Part of this new technology is incorporated into the tranquil Patients’ Waiting Lounge with a new interactive children’s area as well as a screen which is updated in real time allowing patients to see the expected wait time, the doctors on duty and the latest developments at the Hospital. The inclusion of iPads also allows patients to access –and even email themselves – a range of resources at the touch of a button. Pindara was the first private hospital to open an Accident and Emergency Centre in 1987 and I am delighted to say it is now one of the biggest, and certainly the newest, in the country. Another major project within the last year was the rollout of the luxury catering service now available. The Dining Host system has an attendant located on the ward to assist patients with ordering meals and ensure efficient and personalised service. Dining hosts are also available to serve light refreshments throughout the day to patients and visitors. It has been great to see the positive feedback we have been receiving from this innovative service. Research continues to be a core priority at Pindara. Earlier this year, Ramsay Health Care joined with the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM). Part of this alliance included a Pindara study to track the outcomes of spinal surgery as reported by patients having received treatment for low back pain. This study has received a lot of interest and has now almost reached its 100th patient. This is just one of the research projects at Pindara, an area we will be expanding in 2017. However, it has been a hard year for some and I know everyone at Pindara was deeply affected by the tragedy at Dreamworld. Pindara Private Hospital, along with John Flynn Hospital, donated $10,000 to the Gold Coast Appeal to support the families of this tragedy. Anyone also looking to support the families affected by this tragic incident can donate through the Red Cross approved portal: http://www.givit.org.au Another worthwhile charity that Pindara is pleased to be supporting this year is the Gold Coast Community Fund. The annual staff raffle raised $2050 for the Community Fund’s 2016 Stocking Appeal. Executive management matched this amount and also donated a further $5000, resulting in a total of $9100 donated by the Hospital. The 2016 Stocking Appeal is giving 100% of funds raised back into the community to assist Gold Coasters in need at this time of year. You can find out more and at www.gccommunityfund.org During the holidays, Pindara will be operating as usual. The Emergency Department, as always, will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. At this busy time of year, it is also a good idea to make time to visit relatives and loved ones who may be in hospital during the holiday season. Don’t forget to like our Facebook page and our Maternity Facebook and Instagram pages to keep up with all the latest news at Pindara (#Pindaramaternity). Until next time, take care Warm regards Trish Hogan 2016 Pindara Private Hospital Trish Hogan CEO Pindara Private Hospital Katriya De Vincentiis Nude Publishing Executive Group Editor Published by Nude Publishing a division of Nude Creative Pty Ltd www.nudepublishing.com.au Art Direction, Editorial & Production Nude Creative hello@nudecreative.com.au www.nudecreative.com.au National Advertising Manager Peter Wastie peter@nudepublishing.com.au Assistant Editor Elizabeth Kennedy Marketing Coordinator Pindara Private Hospital MEDICAL CONTRIBUTORS A/Professor Andrew Teodorczuk, School of Medicine, Griffith University Dr Benjamin Walters, Director Emergency Medicine, Pindara Private Hospital Dr Chris Mirakian, General Practitioner Dr Christian Schwindack, Neurosurgeon Dr Christopher Vertullo, Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Dilip Gahankari, Plastic Surgeon Dr Erlich Sem, O & G Specialist Dr Jorrie Jordaan, General Surgeon Dr Julien de Jager, Rheumatologist Dr Marco Matos, Medical Oncologist Dr Michael Murray, Interventional Gastroenterologist Dr Mohamed Khafaji, Nephrologist Dr Suhad Hassan, O & G Specialist EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Peter Harback Stacey Grims Disclaimer. No part of this publication may be reproduced or copied in any form by any means without prior written permission from the Publisher. Opinions expressed in this magazine are those of the authors and not necessarily those of Pindara Private Hospital or Nude Publishing. Every issue of Pindara Magazine is prepared with careful attention to accuracy. Please use this magazine as a general guide. Pindara Magazine expresses the views of the authors and is based on the information available at the time of publication and it is not to be taken as advice. All prices quoted in this publication are correct at time of printing. All editorial material is accepted in good faith. We welcome editorial and photographic contributions. 6 Pindara Magazine 2016
Pindara Private Hospital Magazine - Issue Nine
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