Staff Thank You Events were held last week at FMC, Noarlunga Hospital and the Repat Health Precinct, which included BBQ lunches and catering deliveries. Thank you to all staff for your efforts in caring for the communities we serve, always.

SALHN Research Hub’s pool of Clinical Trial Coordinators provide essential support for investigators embarking on clinical research.

👇Kathryn from the Research Hub (R) is working with Neurology Nurse Karalyn on new treatments in diseases including MND & Huntington's Disease.

SALHN Ambassadors showcased the amazing careers available at SALHN attending the Aboriginal Careers Exploration Day & Adelaide Big Meet.

Students & graduates were given an insight to the important work done by SALHN ED teams & discussed their studies & where it could take them.

Did you know the following about FMC’s Intensive & Critical Care Unit?

👉Has 32 beds to provide care for the critically ill
👉Manages over 2,000 patient admissions annually
👉Serves as a state referral hub for critically ill pregnant women
👉Supports cardiac patients from the NT

The FMC Haematology Ward 5G team received a wonderful compliment from a patient’s son, who was cared for by the team recently.

“It meant the world to both of us. From the moment we arrived we were met with kindness and empathy. Staff went above and beyond.'

Well done team!

Demi is an interstate graduate who has joined SALHN as a medical intern this year.

“I'm looking forward to experiencing different medical specialties and figuring out which area of medicine appeals to me most,” Demi said.

The Southern Adelaide Local Health Network’s (SALHN) Research Hub is leading a world first trial that could slow and even reverse the effects of Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

The story appeared on Ch 9 News last night - watch it here: bit.ly/3PNn30A

The Easter Bunny along with the SAPOL Community Engagement Team visited the staff & children on the Paediatric ward at FMC, brightening up their day with yummy chocolate eggs! 🐰

Thank you to all our staff who do a wonderful job making Easter special for consumers in their care.

Volunteers in our FMC ED & ICU are an important support to our consumers & staff.
Interested in becoming an ED or ICU ‘vollie’? To join our team, call the VollieCare Admin Office on 8204 3009.

The SALHN Simulation Service supports continuous safety & quality improvements by running simulation education exercises every 1 to 2 months.

These exercises consist of staff from multiple teams working together to care for a simulated critically ill patient.

Well done team!

Staff at CARE Service at the Repat Health Precinct were delighted to receive these kind words of appreciation, following the opening of their new space recently.

“The whole of my time there was good & I am totally satisfied with every aspect of the service, thank you sincerely.'

Here's your first look at the design of the new Acute Services Building (Tower) at Flinders Medical Centre (FMC)!

As part of the Southern Redevelopment, the FMC Tower will deliver an additional 98 clinical spaces, increasing access to care for the communities we serve.

Senior Consultant, Andrew, retires today after a 30-year career as a gifted & dedicated Intensivist at SALHN.

Andrew has been an integral member of the FMC Intensive & Critical Care Unit, having spent 5 years as Director.

Farewell & happy retirement Andrew!

Additional 24-7 community pharmacies are now available!

The State Government is supporting three community pharmacies to extend their operating hours to open 24 hours, seven days a week, including public holidays.

For more information, visit sahealth.sa.gov.au/communitypharm…

Did you know the health of your mouth is connected to the health of your body? Bacteria in your mouth can spread to other parts of your body, which may cause other diseases. Visiting a dental professional can help with dental problems early before they become more serious! 🦷🦷🦷

Staff from the Flinders Medical Centre Transit Lounge, who assist patients cleared for discharge from hospital, love wearing their colourful scrubs on ‘Fun Scrub Fridays’.

Looking good Team!

The Complex and RestorativE (CARE) Service has improved the way healthcare is delivered for older people.

This week, the CARE Service relocated to a refurbished building at the Repat Health Precinct. A big shout out to all involved in this service move!

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The amazing staff on Ward 3G recently received these very kind words of appreciation from a patient.

SALHN’s new Prevocational Acute & Critical Care Program offers a comprehensive training pathway for future doctors interested in a career in critical care medicine.

It's a great example of SALHN’s commitment to supporting the success of Resident Medical Officers.

Three teams from the FMC Neonatal Unit recently presented quality improvement projects at the Australian & New Zealand Neonatal Network Clinical Practice Improvement Conference, with one of the teams winning the national prize for best presentation!

Great work Neonatal team 🤩