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Len shares his story: An unexpected heart attack

Admitted to Rosebud Hospital in late July, local Rye resident Len Harrison began what would be a four month stay while he received treatment and rehabilitation care for a serious infection. In November, things were looking up for Len, recovery and discharge from hospital were just on the horizon, but then it took a turn …

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Medical Intern Spotlight – Dr Ashleigh Delorenzo

Growing up on a dairy farm in the Gippsland region, Dr Ashleigh Delorenzo moved to the Mornington Peninsula where she studied and worked locally before deciding to pursue a career in medicine. This year, Dr Delorenzo embarks on her 12-month medical internship at Peninsula Health, the final step before working as a clinical doctor. We …

Celebrating our early career team members

We were delighted to celebrate more than 300 early career team members at our multidisciplinary learner awards ceremony, proudly supported by Quest Frankston On the Bay. The event brought together graduates, interns, registrars, and postgraduate students, all of whom showed dedication and commitment to advancing their healthcare careers during 2024. Congratulations to all our learners …

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Welcome 2025 medical interns

On Monday 6 January we we’re thrilled to welcome 46 new medical interns as they begin their 12 month journey with Peninsula Health.  Throughout the year, they’ll gain hands-on experience across a range of specialities at Frankston Hospital, Rosebud Hospital and other Peninsula Health sites, working with our health professionals and experts to grow, learn …

Dr Alison Carver surrounded by greenery

Can our environment influence how we grow older?

Healthy ageing may be more reliant on environmental factors than previously thought, with access to greenery and fresh air becoming more important to maintain a healthy lifestyle as you grow older. A new study led by Dr Alison Carver at the National Centre for Healthy Ageing (NCHA) is seeking to understand how the environment we …

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Simon Patton joins a research team as a consumer advisor

Simon Patton is sharing his consumer insights in a new study looking to understand the consumer experience and perspective of receiving care delivered by Peninsula Health’s allied health assistant workforce. In July 2022, Mr Patton underwent a below-knee amputation following the development of an ulcer that failed to heal. A two-week hospital stay, followed by …

Jack Mazurek, Mr Kevin Johnson, Kerrie, Dr Vanessa Gabriel and twins Jackson and Lilly at Mahogany Rise Primary School.

Paediatricians in Schools Outreach Program making a difference in Frankton North schools

Peninsula Health’s Paediatricians in Schools Outreach Program, funded by Menzies: Caring for Kids, aims to improve health outcomes for children and adolescents in over 40 government schools, including four schools in Frankston North: Mahogany Rise Primary School, Aldercourt Primary School, Kananook Primary School and Monterey College. A generous donation of over $300,000 from Menzies has …

Bayside Health to benefit 1.1 million Victorians

More than one million Victorians will benefit through the formation of the new Bayside Health (working title) – a voluntary merger between Alfred Health, Peninsula Health and Kooweerup Regional Health. Peninsula Health chief executive Helen Cooper said the merger, which will come into effect from 1 January 2026, is an important step in improving health …

Dr Craig Johnston

Q&A with Dr Craig Johnston

Meet Dr Craig Johnston. Dr Johnston is an Intensive Care Specialist at Peninsula Health, where he plays a crucial role in caring for the hospital’s most critically ill patients. He works closely with a dedicated team of nurses, physiotherapists, dietitians, and pharmacists to tackle complex medical challenges and ensure the best possible outcomes for every …

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