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Austin Health Chief Executive Officer appointed
20 December 2024 - A new Chief Executive Officer has today been announced for Austin Health, heralding a new era for the service. Following an extensive national and international search attracting an exceptional field of candidates, Ms Jodie Geissler has been appointed as the next Austin Health Chief Executive Officer. Jodie will start her term in March 2025.
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Meet Dr Yuto Shimamura
20 December 2024 - Austin Health is proud to welcome Dr Yuto Shimamura to our Advanced Endoscopy team! A gastroenterologist and endoscopist with a passion for innovation, Dr Shimamura brings a wealth of international expertise to our organisation.
Celebrating Years of Service milestones!
13 December 2024 - We hosted our annual Years of Service Awards to honour 720 staff members who have reached significant milestones in their careers, marking 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, and 50 years of service.
Championing Aboriginal health and cultural connection
5 December 2024 - Meet Wendy, our new Wendy, our new Senior Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer. Wendy brings a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and a profound dedication to her role. Born in Naarm/Melbourne, Wendy’s ancestry weaves through Australian, New Zealand Māori, Scottish, Irish, and English roots on her mother’s side, and deep connections to Darrajayin/Beagle Bay Mission and the Torres Strait Islands on her father’s side.
We spoke to Wendy about her role and what she hopes to achieve.
New study on Angiotensin II: A potential game-changer in shock treatment
2 December 2024 - In our relentless pursuit to improve the care of critically ill patients, we are conducting a groundbreaking study on the use of Angiotensin II as a primary treatment for shock.