New law supports advance care directives
10 March, 2018From 12 March, Victorian patients will be able to create legally binding advance care directives.
On your best behaviour: new conduct codes commence
06 March, 2018As at 1 March, new codes of conduct came into effect for all nurses and midwives in Australia.
In Conversation... with Dr Keith Ooi
06 March, 2018Dr Ooi, and his colleague Dr Michael Coffey, are seeking to revolutionise the way medical students learn... through gaming.
A woman of stature
05 March, 2018 by Laini BennettGS1 Australia CEO Maria Palazzolo talks about her career, her advice for women seeking leadership roles and her proudest moments.
Minimising the risk of bullying
19 February, 2018Surprisingly few managers know how to deal with bullying. There are also misconceptions as to what constitutes bullying. We set the record straight.
Doctor convicted, fined $100,000
13 February, 2018A Melbourne doctor was convicted and fined after being found guilty of continuing to practise medicine while unregistered and under suspension.
A framework for success
13 February, 2018 by Dr Andrew P Howard*The Digital Hospitals Handbook is the first of its kind in the world. It is designed to provide a solid framework to maximise the chances of success of a digital hospital program.
Putting patients at ease with smart and effective technology
01 February, 2018 | Supplied by: Brother International (Aust) Pty LtdWhen thinking about hospitals and the day-to-day technology that staff use to look after patients, it is easy to focus on larger equipment like an MRI or CT Scanner.
One machine for all people
19 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Brother International (Aust) Pty LtdFrom chaotic emergency rooms to quiet waiting rooms, the healthcare industry relies on technology to perform its tasks reliably so carers can focus on the health of patients rather than the health of their IT equipment.
Enhance clinical nursing practice and leadership with Australia's leading university
11 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Graduate OnlineThere is a growing demand for registered nurses to demonstrate advanced knowledge and clinical skills in a range of acute and clinical settings.
New free e-learning module on communicating risk
21 December, 2017The new ACSQHC module will help clinicians develop their skills in communicating risks and benefits with their patients.
Women need to stop sabotaging themselves!
12 December, 2017 by Avril Henry*Women who want to climb the leadership ladder should follow these golden rules...
Health, aged care workers taking on too much work
30 November, 2017The situation is likely to worsen as the population ages.
NSQHS Standards: second edition now available
29 November, 2017 by Margaret Banks*Incorporating feedback on the first edition, the second editon promotes better, safer health care.
Medtech agreement with government an opportunity for reform
24 November, 2017 by Ian Burgess, CEO, Medical Technology Association of AustraliaA new agreement should ensure patients save money in insurance costs.
![](https://d1v1e13ebw3o15.cloudfront.net/data/92274/wfmedia_thumb/..jpg "Hospital’s "recovery at work" collaborative approach proves a winning model")
