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Professor Vera Morgan wins prestigious mental health award 06 November 2020 Mental Health, Public Health and Dental Services (MHPHDS) epidemiologist, Professor Vera Morgan, has been awarded the prestigious '2020 Society for Mental Health Research Founders Medal'. Vera (pictured) has been a psychiatric epidemiologist with MHPHDS for 12 years, and has a special interest in schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. Her cross-disciplinary approach to the study of psychotic illnesses along with her strong desire to help unravel the complex nature of these disorders has resulted in improved patient outcomes. The 'Society for Mental Health Research Founders Medal' recognises Vera’s excellence in research, the impact it has had, and her leadership and contribution to mental health research in Australia and New Zealand. The awards are run by the Society for Mental Health Research, the peak national body for psychiatric and mental health research in Australia an... -
Celebrating our staff! 26 October 2020 Congratulations to NMHS Corporate Communications Graphic Designer Cameron Pretsel on being named NMHS Corporate Employee of the Quarter! On top of Cam's already monumental task-load including creating new and updating existing NMHS publications, in the last six months Cam has created and implemented the new NMHS Style Guide. The new NMHS Style Guide is fresh and modern and Corporate Communications has received many compliments on the "new look". The flow-on effect of the new style created extra work for Cam that is always received with his pleasant and welcoming can-do attitude. He always seeks the best for the "client", fellow NMHS employees, and in doing so nothing is too much trouble for him. Cam was also recently tasked with assisting with the NMHS Annual Report and Strategic Plan documents, two very detailed and important pieces for the health service. Cam managed to re-prioritise ... -
IF Success - Anxiety reducing images for patients having ECT 23 October 2020 Anxiety related to receiving Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is very common with 14%-75% of patients affected. There are very few interventions that have been implemented to reduce the management of this form of anxiety. Patients who present to the Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Day Procedure Unit to undergo ECT experience varying levels of anxiety that is often exacerbated upon entering the treatment room. This can be overwhelming for the patient and can complicate the effectiveness of the procedure on efficacy and complexity domains. There is an existing welcoming environment in the reception area with aromatherapy and visual distractions to provide a comfortable and therapeutic environment while patients are being prepared for their procedure. There is also a similar environment in recovery. As part of extending anxiety management approaches into the treatment room while maintaining co... -
Telehealth continues to benefit patients 16 October 2020 Telehealth has become a major player in the public health system and the benefits to patients and consumers has been none more evident than in the case of Claire Murray. Claire, who lives in Karratha is a mother of three and has type 1 diabetes. Claire has been a Telehealth patient for over five years since she was originally referred to King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH) for pre-conception care in the lead up to her first pregnancy. As Karratha Hospital is unable to provide the obstetric or neonatal care that would be needed of a woman with type 1 diabetes Claire would need to be in Perth for the delivery of her baby. Telehealth meant that Claire was able to stay at home in Karratha and her care was shared between Karratha Hospital and KEMH with Telehealth consults between appointments to assist with her diabetes control and to coordinate appointments. The shared care continued till C... -
Celebrating our dedicated staff! 17 September 2020 Congratulations to Sobira Abdul Hadee, RN at Osborne Park Hospital Older Adult Mental Health Services, who has been awarded the MHPHDS Employee of the Quarter. Sobira was recognised by her colleagues for her commitment to NMHS values by displaying a consistently high standard of nursing care which is truly patient centered. Furthermore, her "can do" attitude ;motivates the team she works with and her professionalism serves as an example for her colleagues. Sobira was presented with a certificate and prizes from our sponsors. Congratulations to Sobira! A special thanks to our generous sponsors: HESTA, Paywise, Smartsalary and Aware Super. If you've had a great experience with one of our staff members why not put them forward for an award? Next time you are onsite ask how you can submit a nomination.
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18/10/2023