November 2007

Case by Case

Bryonie is now eight years old. She has a complex congenital deformity of her neck and thoracic spine which has rapidly deteriorated as she has grown.

Tuesday 20 November 2007

Mater Mothers' Hospitals appoint key staff in lead up to opening

As the new mothers’ hospitals continue to take shape, three key staff members have been appointed to guide and grow the clinical services of the new facility.

With a collaborative approach to the provision of premium patient care, each staff member provides an integral service within the women’s health services.

Monday 19 November 2007

Queensland scientists link gene to stomach bacteria

Building on a Nobel Prize winning discovery, Queensland scientists have found the chink in our armour that allows a bacteria known to cause stomach ulcers and gastric cancer to infect us.

Friday 16 November 2007

Award for HR excellence

On 4 September, Mater Private Hospitals Brisbane and Redland won two state awards for People Management and HR Leadership Consultants at the 2007 Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) Awards for Excellence.

Thursday 15 November 2007

New breastfeeding support service

In August this year Mater Mothers’ Hospital Breastfeeding Support Centre officially launched its services to the community, as part of international Breastfeeding Week.

Wednesday 14 November 2007