We are pleased to welcome Emily, one of Peninsula Health’s newest nursing graduates, who will be joining our health service for the next 12 months. Emily’s decision to pursue her career with Peninsula Health was influenced by her positive experience during her placement hours as a student nurse. “Peninsula Health has always stood out to …
Dr Krystle Chong, Peninsula Health Obstetrics and Gynaecology Registrar and Researcher, has recently co-authored a groundbreaking primer on ectopic pregnancy for Nature Reviews Disease Primers, alongside Professor Ben Mol and an international cohort of academics and healthcare professionals from the UK, Europe, and Africa. Nature Reviews Disease Primers is part of the prestigious Nature portfolio …
Thank you to those who joined us on Sunday 2 February to celebrate the return of Peninsula Health at the Midsumma Pride March. Our community, consisting of Peninsula Health team members, consumers and friends and family, braved the heat for a day full of celebration. As the first Rainbow Tick Accredited health service, we were …
Do you know a student in year 10 – 12 who is looking for a work experience program in health? Applications for our Work Experience Program are now open! Students who apply will have the opportunity to observe and learn about various career pathways in health. Who can apply for work experience placements? Departments that …
Retired Peninsula Health nurse, Judi McKee, has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the 2025 Australia Day Honours, in recognition of her exceptional service to the community. With a career spanning over three decades, Judi’s commitment to healthcare has left a lasting impact on Peninsula Health. As a registered division …
You might recognise the friendly face of Dr Akshay Soni. After moving to Australia from India in 2017 to study science and medicine, Dr Soni’s medical studies brought him to Peninsula Health for his clinical training during the completion of his Doctor of Medicine at Monash University. This year, Dr Soni returns to Peninsula Health …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
