February 2006

Accreditation successAccreditation success

At the end of last year, Mater Health Services underwent a review of its services through the Australian Council on Health Care Standards (ACHS) against nationally benchmarked criteria.

Monday 27 February 2006

Exceptional results at Mater RedlandExceptional results at Mater Redland

Mater Private Hospital Redland is a national leader in patient satisfaction. Results from a recent national patient survey put Mater's Redland facility at the top in two key specialty areas.

Tuesday 21 February 2006

Mater Children's Private Hospital Day Unit redevelopmentMater Children's Private Hospital Day Unit redevelopment

Mater Children's Private Hospital (MCPH) Day Unit is currently being extended to accommodate an increase in beds and a new pre-operative suite, catering for insured and non-insured patients.

Wednesday 15 February 2006

World first clinical trial—A$1.3 million boost give new hope for prostate cancer sufferersWorld first clinical trial—A$1.3 million boost give new hope for prostate cancer sufferers

In a world first, scientists at Brisbane's MMRI are currently trialling a new prostate cancer vaccine—a research development which could potentially revolutionise patient treatment in the future.

Friday 10 February 2006