Meet Liddy and Sarah, two of Peninsula Health’s dedicated nurses working in the Cath Lab at Frankston Hospital, a specialised unit within the Cardiology department that treats patients with heart-related conditions. Working side by side, Liddy and Sarah are essential in ensuring each procedure runs smoothly, taking on key roles as either the scrub nurse …
Driven by a deep passion for advocating for women’s choices during pregnancy, Hazel is making a meaningful return to our health service as one of our newest midwifery graduates. After successfully completing her student placements, she is eager to embark on this new chapter in her career. Reflecting on her time as a student, Hazel …
We welcomed Gender Equality Commissioner Dr Niki Vincent to Frankston Hospital for a conversation on gender equality and intersectionality. The Commissioner provided valuable insights into the role of the Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector and the progress being made under the Gender Equality Act, including the importance of having a Gender Equality …
Last year, Year 10 student Rebecca undertook a week of work experience with our health service in Allied Health, where she had the opportunity to explore her strong interest in psychology. “The best part of this experience was meeting all the different people and seeing the various jobs, because they are all so unique,” Rebecca …
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 …
