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  • WA first use of dual-energy focal ablation catheter to treat abnormal heart rhythm 17 September 2026 Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) recently became the first in Western Australia to use a novel dual-energy focal ablation catheter to perform a keyhole cardiac operation to treat rhythmic disturbance of the heart. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common abnormal heart rhythm (arrythmia) in the world, treated by cardiologists trained in electrophysiology. SCGH Cardiology Consultant Doctor Sohail Popal said that an ablation catheter is used to create small areas of scar to block abnormal electrical signals in the heart that trigger AF or other arrhythmias. "The procedure can be done with an ablation catheter that uses either cold (cryo), heat (RF) or high voltage (PFA) energy, with each energy modality having distinct advantages and disadvantages," he said. "The special ablation catheter is a new form of technology that can toggle between heat and high voltage energies to f...
  • Group photo of 2026 GEM Award finalists
    Finalists announced for North Metropolitan Health Services 2026 GEM Awards 03 September 2026 Congratulation to this year’s finalists of the North Metropolitan Health Service Go the Extra Mile (GEM) Awards. The annual awards recognise the outstanding work being done throughout our health service and recognise our ongoing commitment to delivering the best outcomes and highest levels of care for our patients and community. There are 13 awards and every one of this year’s nominations was of a...
  • Jarrod Healey, stroke recovery patient
    Stroke recovery patient Jarrod shares his story 06 August 2026 Jarrod Healey was struck with a major stroke on Boxing Day, where everything changed in an instant. From living an active and independent life, Jarrod was now faced with a life-threatening emergency and an uncertain future. He says that Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) was where his life was saved, due to a radiologist who recognised the seriousness and understood immediate action was critical...
  • KEMH 110 years
    King Edward Memorial Hospital celebrates 110 years of service 24 July 2026 Western Australia's largest tertiary women and newborn hospital, King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), recently celebrated 110 years of providing leading maternity and gynaecology care to Western Australian women.
  • Angela Komninos
    Profile on NMHS Board member Angela Komninos 03 July 2026 Introducing Board member Angela Komninos who is also Deputy State Solicitor. With a wealth of experience, Angela joined the Board as part of her passion for improving healthcare outcomes in Western Australia. The daughter of migrant parents, Angela Komninos finished school unsure what career path to pursue. Initially choosing architecture, Angela swapped to science, then commerce and finally found...

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  • Australian Nurse Practitioner of the Year 2020 Carol Douglas
    Australian Nurse Practitioner of the Year 2020 15 December 2020 Congratulations to our very own Carol Douglas, named the Australian Nurse Practitioner of the Year 2020. What an achievement for Carol in this the International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife. In accepting her award Carol said “I am proud to say that I have been a nurse for over 45 years and of that, a Nurse Practitioner for 9 years. It is safe to say I never expected to be receiving this award, and in the face of one of the most challenging years for nurses all around the world. I am humbled.” Carols’ role included the creation of the Nurse Practitioner led sustainable Residential Care Line (RCL) outreach service model, designed to prevent avoidable presentations to the Emergency Department. Carol is a true example of a dedicated and passionate nurse who works to deliver the best outcomes for her patients. Well done Carol we’re so very proud of you.
  • OPH Speech Pathologists collaborate with people with Parkinson's to help students
    OPH Speech pathologists collaborate with people with Parkinson’s to help students 05 December 2020 The Osborne Park Hospital Parkinson’s Clinic team thanked their clients who recently attended a week-long specialist clinic to help university students. Available to third and fourth year ECU speech pathology students, the clinic was developed to help students gain experience in the delivery of evidence-based communication and swallowing therapies to patients, both face-to-face and via telehealth. The clinic trialled a simultaneous treatment model with some clients present in the room and others at home and online for their communication program. Rachel Bridle, OPH Senior Speech Pathologist said the clinic was successful in achieving group interaction and peer support and the speech pathology team plans to continue offering group therapy in this way. Clients commented on the enjoyment of camaraderie that was gained with the intensive daily therapy format and the consolidation of ...
  • Director of Aboriginal Health Cheryl Smith doing the Welcome to Country at the event
    DonateLife WA hosts Service of Remembrance 24 November 2020 DonateLife WA hosted a Service of Remembrance on Sunday 15 November to honour organ and tissue donors and their families, who selflessly save and transform the lives of others. The service was held in the lead up to 'DonateLife Thank You Day', which was on Sunday 22 November 2020. 'DonateLife Thank You Day' is a national day to acknowledge the generosity of donors and their families. Each year thousands of lives are saved and transformed through the generosity of deceased and living organ and tissue donors and their families. It is important to thank and acknowledge every donor and also their courageous families who honour and respect the wish of a loved one by consenting to organ and tissue donation," said A/State Medical Director, DonateLife WA Dr Simon Towler. “On DonateLife Thank You Day, we encourage all Australians to reflect on the life-changing benefits of organ and tissue ...
  • Hands holding a hand
    16 days in WA – Stop Violence against Women 20 November 2020 NMHS is proud to be taking part in the 16 Days in WA - Stop Violence against Women campaign taking place from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day. In Australia, Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) is the number one contributing factor to the burden of disease for Australian women aged 18-44 years and is a significant public health issue. One in three Australian women have experienced physical or sexual violence and/or emotional abuse by an intimate partner since the age of 15. Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread, persistent and devastating human rights violations in our world today. What is happening around NMHS Check out the Women and Newborn Health Service (WNHS) 16 days in WA Calendar of Events. During the 16 Days you can learn more about FDV, listen to a gripping podcast ...
  • Mural by local artist Brenton See
    Mural transforms wall into a vivid flora and fauna wonderland 20 November 2020 The Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre campus is the latest space to be brightened up with a vibrant mural by local artist Brenton See. Commissioned by the QEIIMC Trust, the aptly named ‘Chase the Colour’ artwork painted on the plain walls of the Western Power Substation displays flora and fauna found in and around the campus. Painted from left to right in the mural you’ll see the Carnaby’s Cockatoo, Pink Fairy Orchid, Motorbike Frog, White-Cheeked Honeyeater, Dancing Spider Orchid, Stinkwood Quenda, Swan River Myrtle, Prickly Moses, Firewood Banksia, and the Red-tailed Black Cockatoo. Brenton has painted murals all across WA that celebrate our incredible local flora and fauna. You can find out more about Brenton and see a gallery of his artwork (external site) on his website. Visit the south-western corner of the QEIIMC campus to enjoy the art!
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Last Updated: 18/10/2023
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