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SCGH Neurologist attracts grant for innovative research on dystonia 09 March 2026 SCGH Consultant Neurologist Dr Wai Yan (Wayne)Yau has received a $100,000 grant for his research on genetic causes of dystonia in Australian families. He received the grant from the 2025-26 WA Government's Future Health Research and Innovation Fund's Near Miss Awards: Emerging Leaders Program. Dystonia is a severely disabling neurological movement disorder that causes muscle spasms that can lead to abnormal posture, involuntary movements,painand significant physical disability. “More than 80 genes are associated withthisdisorder,but fewer than 25 per cent of individuals with primary dystonia receive a genetic diagnosis,” Dr Yau said. “A genetic diagnosis provides patients and their families with crucial informationabouttheir disease to inform prognosis, familyplanningand potential for pre-gestational diagnosis. “Improved understanding of underlying dystonia mechan... -
New opportunity for consumer or carer representative for North Executive Team 06 March 2026 North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) is seeking expressions of interest for a consumer representative to contribute to one of two committees as part of the North Executive Team (NET). Applications are open for a consumer or carer representative to join the following committees: Safety, Quality and Consumer Engagement Committee Strategy, People and Digital Committee Angela O'Connor, Director Safety & Quality at NMHS, said consumer and carer input on these committees will be vital in ensuring our services and strategies remain person‑centred and aligned with community expectations. "People with lived experience as consumers and carers bring valuable insight to help us ensure the diverse needs and perspectives of our community are at the forefront of care planning," said Angela. The NMHS NET serves as the principal advisory body to the Chief Executive, providing high-leve... -
Orthopaedic robotic-assisted surgery now at OPH 06 March 2026 In a first for North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS), robotic-assisted surgical system is now being used in performing joint replacements of the hip, knee and shoulder at our Osborne Park Hospital (OPH). OPH Consultant Surgeon Dr Piet Rogers said the orthopaedic robot provides a way of accurately carrying out an exact plan to execute these replacements in patients who show worn out joints due to arthritis of varying kinds. "Joint replacements are a common but challenging operation that a lot of orthopaedic surgeons provide for their patients," Dr Rogers said. The MAKO machine uses a 3D CT image to capture each patient's unique anatomy, which allows for more correct implant positioning when compared to traditional techniques. It provides the opportunity to assess soft tissue tolerances and adjust the placement of implants to achieve the final position before cuts. "The robotic systems ... -
Welcome graduate dentists and oral health practitioners 26 February 2026 A warm welcome to our 2026 Graduate Development Program (GDP) cohort of 14 graduate dentists and oral health therapists (OHTs), who recently began their professional careers at Dental Health Services. Our GDP is specifically designed to support graduates develop into confident practitioners, providing the ideal program for those wanting to progress from university into clinical practice. Graduate development program facilitator Ellen Rogers has seen firsthand how providing a supportive foundation enables graduates to flourish into thriving practitioners. "Building mentor-mentee relationships, developing reflecting learning skills, and giving new graduates a wide and varied experience within their first year of their career sets them up for what will hopefully be a long and sustainable career serving the community's oral health needs," Ellen said. Over a 12-month period, graduates gain ha... -
Liver Cancer Collaborative receives grant 17 February 2026 The Liver Cancer Collaborative (LCC) has been extended for another four years, following $7.8 million funding for its innovative research program that aims to beat primary liver cancer. Led by clinicians from the Hepatology Department at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH), LCC was established in July 2020 and brings together more than 50 researchers, clinicians and data specialists who bring multidimensional perspectives. Coordinated through the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, the research project, known as Defeating Primary Liver Cancer, includes clinicians at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Royal Perth Hospital and Fiona Stanley Hospital. SCGH Hepatologist Clinical A/Professor Michael Wallace said that with sustained support and strong partnerships, the Liver Cancer Collaborative would drive a new era of precision medicine. “LCC has built a world-leading biobank of ...
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18/10/2023