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  • Professor Joshua Lewis1
    AI breakthrough in heart disease began at Charlies 19 May 2026 A Western Australian researcher and his global team have shown that artificial intelligence (AI) can detect telltale signs of heart disease from low dose bone scans, potentially unlocking a new defence against one of Australia’s leading causes of death. Edith Cowan University Professor Joshua Lewis began as a research fellow at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital in 2009, where he first explored using DEXA bone density scans combined with AI to detect heart disease long before symptoms appear. The AI algorithm analyses DEXA scans, typically used to assess osteoporosis, to identify calcium build-up in the abdominal aorta, a key early sign of cardiovascular disease that may be detected years before a heart attack. Currently, detecting calcification is only limited to a specialist review, which can be expensive and time consuming. Professor Lewis said the results could mean that about 700,0...
  • Osborne Park Hospital Occupational Therapy (OT) clinic volunteer Teresa
    Meet a volunteer during National Volunteer Week 18 May 2026 In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we are profiling one of our fantastic Occupational Therapy Clinic volunteers from Osborne Park Hospital, Teresa.
  • From left to right, Professor Rajesh Thomas, Minister Stephen Dawson, Sandra Ditmanis, Dr Dhaval Thakker, Sir Charles Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group Acting Executive Director Renee de Prazer standing together in an operating theatre in Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital with the new bronchoscopy robot.
    Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital bronchoscopy robot reaches 100 patient milestone 14 May 2026 Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) has reached an impressive 100‑patient milestone with its new robotic bronchoscopy. This groundbreaking technology is helping clinicians diagnose and remove small cancerous nodules in the peripheral lung, where conventional biopsy tools face limitations. Minister of Health for Medical Research, the Hon Stephen Dawson, visited SCGH to acknowledge the milestone an...
  • Patient, Paul, shaking hands with an individual from his medical care team.
    Celebrating the patient journey for Patient Experience Week 01 May 2026 As Patient Experience Week comes to an end, we’re reflecting on how everyday moments of compassion, professionalism and teamwork make a meaningful difference for our patients every week. Paul recently shared how the care he received while spending 22 days in our hospitals made all the difference and is the reason 'he left hospital with his right foot'. After attending our Osborne Park Hospital Pod...
  • Attendees at the Cancer Network Forum
    Join us at the Cancer Network Forum 25 March 2026 Join us for the Cancer Network WA forum this May, to discuss and explore what’s shaping the future of cancer research and care. This one-day forum recognises the collective efforts of organisations contributing to cancer care and celebrates 20 years of our Cancer Network WA delivering state-wide cancer services. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, share and learn new insight...

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  • The badge winners
    The badge winners are here 17 December 2021 It’s official – we have some amazingly creative staff members who are now part of our SGOPHCG history! The following clever people have helped create a series of six specially-designed badges that all our staff can wear with pride for weeks/months/years to come. Surgical Registrar Amelia (Milly) Davis (submitted three winning entries) DD Block Clerk Jane Brown QEIIMC Trust Customer Liaison Officer Samantha Cochrane The winning slogans, alongside the clever creative designs developed by Graphic Designer Anita Dening, proudly communicate our vaccination status with our patients and their visitors. Thank you to all those who submitted a slogan – there were more than 150 of you!
  • Heather Chitty
    51 years of service! 14 December 2021 Congratulations to Heather Chitty who has just retired after 51 years of service to our health service. Heather started at SCGH in 1970, then studied midwifery in NSW before returning to Charlies to work in the coronary care unit (CCU). After more training in coronary care she was promoted to Charge Nurse of the CCU at SCGH in 1977. Heather went on to work as a clinical instructor for the student nurse program and joined the Army Reserve as a Nursing Officer, continuing to work with them right up until she retired as a Major in 2017. Heather played a significant role in the CCU, in particular the transfer of the old unit into the brand-new location in G Block. Continuing her education at WAIT, receiving a WK Kellogg Fellowship to study at the Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY and finishing her studies with a Masters, Heather proves that you are never too far in your career to b...
  • Commissioner for Fire and Emergency Services Darren Klemm AFSM, and the Minister for Fire and Emergency Services the Honourable Reece Whitby, MLA and Cora Benkenschneider
    SCGH wins VERA for supporting DFES vollies 10 December 2021 Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital was recently awarded a Volunteer Employer Recognition Award (VERA) in the Medical Division category for Cancer, Imaging & Clinical Services (Ward G-51). The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) VERAs recognise businesses that provide flexible work arrangements. The Hon. Reece Whitby MLA, Minister for Emergency Services, and Emergency Services Commissioner Darren Klemm presented the award which is for employers and their support of volunteers in allowing them to attend emergency incidents and training during work hours. Iris Matheson, Nurse Manager, heard of the award nomination from Cora Babenschneider, Clinical Nurse, who volunteers for both the Two Rocks Bushfire Brigade and Yanchep Fire and Rescue. “We are proud of the work our State volunteers do and, of course, a little bit extra of our own staff who are part of that. Cora nominat...
  • Andrea Higson, Admin Assistant and team
    Celebrating our dedicated staff! 02 December 2021 Congratulations to SCGOPHCG Employee of the Month Andrea Higson, Admin Assistant for the whole Patient Support Services team. Andrea was nominated by her manager Linda Davies for the award with a glowing review of her positive approach to helping the whole team. Described as the 'glue' that holds the whole team together, Andrea is known to always be helpful, professional and kind. “She is efficient and proactive and is well known for going above and beyond her daily duties,” said Linda. “Because she is so hard working and approachable the whole department benefits from her work ethic; in fact, the entire team can focus on providing excellent service to patients and customers because of Andrea’s support.” Andrea clearly demonstrates each of the five values of North Metro and is a worthy recipient of the $150 gift voucher from our generous sponsors. A special...
  • PRIDE 2021 team
    Proud to be part of PRIDE in 2021 30 November 2021 Saturday was an opportune time for us to demonstrate our commitment to diversity and inclusion as more than 50 of our staff participated in the first ever NMHS Pride Parade Float as part of the annual PRIDE parade in the city. This year the theme was R.E.S.P.E.C.T and the NMHS contingent walked as queer, trans, intersex and ally healthcare professionals, encouraging all communities to respect and love themselves. “It was great to see and be part of such an inclusive family event that was supported by not only NMHS, but all other HSPs,” said Jodi Graham, Executive Director, Women and Newborns Health Service & Pride participant. “I’m proud to be part of a health service that is committed to supporting a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture that values the diversity of our people and patients.” For the Pride Parade organising committee, it meant ...
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