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New technique saving lives one liver at a time 24 March 2026 Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) has a new liver perfusion machine helping surgical teams save lives by increasing the rate of liver transplants in WA. The technologyof the machine uses amethodcalled cold and warm perfusion which revitalises the donated liver better than ever. SCGH is the first in Australia to utilise this technology of combined cold and warm liver perfusion. Transplant Surgeon at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Dr Arul Suthananthan said this process is leading edge. “Liverslikethiswouldn'thavebeenabletobeusedinthepast.Thetechnologyallows the liver to be rejuvenated; in turn, increasing the capacity of donation," he said. “Thecoldperfusioninfusescoldoxygenated fluid intotheliver,recoverstheliverandpreventscomplications,especiallyinthebileducts. “This is followed by warmperfusion,which infuses oxygenated blood at body temperature allowingsurgeonstofurt... -
Meet registered nurses Kathy and Josie 18 March 2026 With a range of nursing opportunities currently available at Sir Charles Gardiner (SCGH) and Osborne Park Hospitals (OPH), registered nurses Kathy and Josie shared what they love about working in the SCGH Coronary Care Unit. Kathy and Josie have been working in the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) for 20 years which has given them both the opportunity to continually grow with clinical knowledge and compassion. Kathy said the CCU is a great place to work, allowing us to make a real difference in patients' lives during their most critical moments. Josie said the CCU has a strong team environment, supportive colleagues, and lots of opportunities for professional development. The CCU is part of the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, which provides advanced management of elective and emergency acute and chronic heart disease conditions. SCGH and OPH currently have enrolled and registered nursing ... -
Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Intern of the Year 27 January 2026 Congratulations to Dr Marrion, who was recently awarded the Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) Schneider Award for Intern of the Year for 2025. The award is presented to a first-year doctor who displays great care and compassion in the practice of medicine, based on nominations by our consultants, registrars, allied health and nursing staff. Consistently nominated each term in 2025, Dr Marrion was recognised for exceeding expectations across every domain, with his leadership and communication skills standing out in particular. SCGH General Surgery Consultant Dr Hodder said that after being a consultant for 20 years, he has not come across a better intern and Dr Marrion was clear candidate to win the prize. "Dr Marrion had always made extra time to do extra teaching for the medical students and nurses, and all allied health members immensely enjoyed having him around," Dr Hodder said. "... -
Miracle recovery at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital 14 January 2026 The amazing expertise of Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital staff has led to a patient going from being critically unwell and deaf from a severe middle ear infection to now being able to hear in both ears with the help of cochlear implants. After developing meningitisand encephalitis (swelling in the brain) from a middle ear infection, Shellie became critically unwell and was admitted into our intensive care unit. She was unable to hear out of both ears and could only communicate via a tablet. After an infection in the inner ear, the inner ear rapidly develops scar tissue andbonygrowth and closes off the channels in the cochlea within weeks. The clinical team recommended to implant cochlear implants in both ears as soon as possible, even though the chance of success was minimal due to inflammation and scarring - but they remained hopeful. Shellie said she was keen to take this chancebecause s... -
Marr Mooditj students attend excursion at SCGH 12 January 2026 A student excursion was recently held at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital for Aboriginal Health Practitioner students to support their studies and give them greater insight into the clinical service environment. Fifteen students from the Marr Mooditj Aboriginal Health Practitioner course attended with their educators to find out more about the clinical environment and working in a hospital. "The day was informative, interesting and I hope to take what I learn to the communities and to inform our mob," said one of the students. The students met with nurses, doctors, Aboriginal Health Liaison Officers and our Aboriginal Employment Unit, with the visit aimed to give students exposure to the clinical service environment, including the complex area of renal. The visit included a Yarning session, morning tea, and interactive demonstrations, with the chance to chat with a chronic kidney disease pa...
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12/04/2021