Ms Jana Gazarek joins Peninsula Health as Executive Director, Operations (Chief Operating Officer)
Stories
Amplifying the voices of our people with a disability and their leaders
For people living with a disability access and inclusion within our healthcare service and community is of the highest importance. On International Day of People with a Disability, we are inspired by the voices of the team members who live with disabilities and our leaders within our organisation who have shared their insights to help …
In the ED: Social Workers at the forefront of gender violence
In the bustling environment of the emergency department, our invaluable team of senior social workers are on hand, ready to respond at a moment’s notice to individuals experiencing crisis. Jess, Laura, and Jana are among the team members helping bridge the gap between medical treatment and a patients’ social, emotional, and practical needs. “We are …
Jubilee Park Stadium: A New Era of Healthy Eating at Frankston’s Sporting Hub
Jubilee Park Stadium (JPS) is a newly developed sporting hub within Frankston, offering a variety of sporting opportunities including netball, cricket, volleyball and basketball. Beyond the courts, Frankston District Netball Association (FDNA) have been reviewing the range of food, snacks and drinks they have available for purchase in their cafe. Thanks to their participation in …
Peninsula Health’s At Home Initiative Further Advances Care For Older People
The At Home initiative has enhanced care for older people across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, by introducing comprehensive services directly into the community. Peninsula Health is now strengthened with a specialised geriatrician as part of the At Home Clinical Response Service, significantly improving the quality of care for older residents. This service supports people to manage complex health …
Advanced treatments helping asthma patients breathe easy again
Severe asthma patients can breathe a sigh of relief as advanced treatments become available to people who experience daily difficulties with the chronic lung disease. More than 2.7 million Australians have asthma, a disease that can range from mild through to severe and is commonly managed through the use of an inhaler. “Throughout the last …
Faces of Peninsula Health: Cindy Siggs
Committed to advocating for patients with cancer, Clinical Nurse Specialist Cindy Siggs is helping ensure they receive the best care and support throughout their treatment journey. “After completing my university studies, I found myself unsure about which career path to pursue,” shares Cindy. “When the chance to join Peninsula Health presented itself, I embraced it …
A dip in the bay for cancer services across the Peninsula
What began as an offhand remark has led to a group of doctors, nurses, support staff and consumers taking an icy plunge into Port Phillip Bay in an effort to raise funds for Peninsula Health’s Take a Break for Cancer appeal. Nine keen dippers made the mad dash into the water on Thursday 22August. …
Cultural Immersion Tours – Enriching Staff Understanding of Aboriginal Heritage
Throughout July and August, our health service hosted several Cultural Immersion Tours. These tours offered a unique and authentic insight into Aboriginal culture, history, and practices, enabling staff to experience the rich heritage and traditions of the local Aboriginal community on the Mornington Peninsula. Each session provided opportunities to learn, reflect, and engage in meaningful …
Peninsula Health recruits 100 study participants marking key milestone
Peninsula Health is making a significant contribution to a major international study aimed at improving recovery outcomes for patients after surgery. The SNaPP (Sugammadex, Neostigmine and Postoperative Pulmonary Complications) study is a large, four-year clinical trial examining the effects of different drugs used to reverse muscle relaxation after surgery. Peninsula Health is proud to have …