The St Andrew's Hospital News,Winter 2023

5,500 robotic surgeries and counting

From the CEO

I am so pleased to share with you this edition of the St Andrew’s News.

As this edition is being prepared we are seeing a safe return to relatively normal levels of activity at the hospital, which is really so wonderful to see. Teams have been anticipating and preparing for this, and this return is ushering in renewed energies and opportunities for our staff and volunteers to thrive in their work.

Over this period we have experienced some incredible new growth including reaching a record 5,500 life-saving da Vinci robot surgeries, the new 337 South Terrace development, the return of our much-loved Breast Care Luncheon, our first Reconciliation Action Plan, and the launch of StandOut! along with our

new corporate values. There have also been some significant farewells with the retirements of Dr Peter Sutherland OAM, and Dr Mary Sutherland OAM. Thank you for taking the time to read our stories and to learn more about St Andrew’s. Our community of readership for this newsletter is an important one, and I would like to pay special thanks to the many talented specialists and GPs who work directly and indirectly with St Andrew’s Hospital on a daily basis to ensure our patients receive the best possible care.

Together we are ensuring that care always matters most.

Stephen Walker Chief Executive Officer

Our first Reconciliation Action Plan is approved

An exciting step in a continual journey.

St Andrew’s is committed to forging a better ongoing relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. An important component of this journey is the creation of a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) to guide and chart our progress. We are pleased to have achieved a significant milestone, with the St Andrew’s Reflect RAP document conditionally approved in March 2023 by Reconciliation Australia.

We’d like to highlight the personal hard work and passion of two staff members who have led the process: Alison Sarles, Clinical Education Coordinator, and Tina Donaldson, Quality and Risk Manager. Alison and Tina initiated the RAP process in 2020, after attending Reconciliation SA’s Apology Breakfast and meeting Kaurna Elder, Uncle Tamaru.

What is a RAP?

From the Reconciliation Australia website: “Since 2006, Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) have enabled organisations to sustainably and strategically take meaningful action to advance reconciliation ... RAPs provide tangible and substantive benefits for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, increasing economic equity and supporting First Nations self-determination.”

What has St Andrew’s done so far?

An early step was cultural education workshops for the hospital’s senior staff and executive team, conducted by Tauondi Aboriginal College. It was clear to all that the learning process was just beginning. RAP leader Alison Sarles says, “both our CEO (Stephen Walker) and our Director Nursing and Clinical Services (Jacquie Wiley) attended the workshop and could see the importance in this RAP process. They gave us the full go-ahead, and have been very supportive ever since.”

Tina and Alison assembled a Reconciliation Action Group of St Andrew’s staff who meet regularly and consult with Uncle Tamaru and Reconciliation Australia.

“On key dates, we’ve incorporated things so everyone in the hospital can learn more about reconciliation,” says Alison.

“For example, last NAIDOC Week it was all about learning Kaurna language, like the greeting ‘niina marni’ and people replying with ‘marni’ai’, like ‘hi, how are you going?’ ‘I’m well’. Our Manager of Dietary Services, Paul Smith, had something planned every day for morning tea, with Indigenous ingredients. And the HR team helped with printed cards that explained all about it.

“We

Now the initial RAP is approved, what’s next?

Under the guidance of Uncle Tamaru, the St Andrew’s RAP draft document will now be finessed and submitted for publication on the Reconciliation Australia website. But the work doesn’t stop there. “Our RAP is really in its infancy,” says Alison. “What we have now is a Reflect RAP, where you’re reflecting on yourself, and asking where should we start? We need to report to Reconciliation Australia every year on what we have achieved, and a new RAP needs to be created in 18 months’ time.

“Our reconciliation journey is about improving our relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, having a deeper understanding of what that means, and creating a more tolerant world, really. This is just the start of a journey that’ll go long, long past my time and Tina’s time.”

have an online learning course that talks about our RAP and a dedicated email address so people can ask us questions or give us feedback.”

337 South Terrace

As this edition of St Andrew’s News goes to print, finishing touches are being made to our new, state-of-the-art facilities at 337 South Terrace. The purpose-built centre sits between the main St Andrew’s Hospital at 350 South Terrace and St Andrew’s Medical Centre at 321.

The 337 vision began when two adjacent blocks became available on South Terrace. St Andrew’s Hospital collaborated with developers Cambridge Medical Property and key

providers GenesisCare and Jones Radiology, to design a world-class facility for South Australians. Starting from scratch has allowed the creation of a very special environment that marries

form with function, sits in harmony with the parkland setting and provides a nurturing and uplifting atmosphere for patients and staff alike.

St Andrew’s Wellbeing Centre

Sharing the third floor with Cancer Research SA (CRSA) at 337 is a brand new initiative for patient wellbeing, made possible by the St Andrew’s Hospital Foundation. It’s a flexible space with floor-to-ceiling windows looking across to the parklands’ magnificent eucalypt canopy. Here we’ll welcome patients with services and resources including exercise classes, a meeting and social space, reference library and connection to support services and groups.

St Andrew’s Foundation Director Jenny Parsons says, “Stephen Walker, the Hospital CEO, brought this idea to the Foundation Board to deepen the care offerings at St Andrew’s. His view was that a non-clinical, nurturing and supportive community-based space would significantly extend the pre- and post- care options the hospital can provide to cancer and cardiac patients, and their families.

“As a Foundation, this is such an exciting way that we can enable our hospital to help even more people. The Foundation is providing a donation to the hospital so that it can establish the Wellbeing Centre, and we will also be providing a volunteer service, in coordination with the clinical team.”

For over 20 years the St Andrew’s Foundation, with the generous support of donors, has supported a wide range of projects including Nursing and Leadership Scholarships, upgrades of staff and patient spaces and significant equipment purchases. Jenny says; “The most common wish from our donors is that they are grateful for the care they’ve had, and they want to say thank you, and they ask us to please keep supporting the hospital. This is exactly what we do and will continue to do.”

To donate please visit www.stand.org.au/donate

5 Star NABERS rating for environmental performance

Sustainability has been a core guiding principle of the build at 337 South Terrace. This means not just during the construction phase but also for the life of the building. Thanks to meticulous systems, materials use and environmental design, the development has achieved above the 5 Stars rating (out of a possible 6) from the National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS). The system rates commercial and public buildings on a building’s efficiency on energy, water, waste and indoor environment.

James Arsenikakis of Cambridge Medical Property says, “for example, almost every light in the building is a sensor light. So if you step out, it will turn off after a time. Good insulation is critical, and the windows are all double glazed. The heating, ventilation and air conditioning system (HVAC), which is the single biggest power usage in most buildings, has been designed to never run unnecessarily.”

The NABERS organisation states: “At NABERS, we know that environmentally friendly buildings are not only better for the planet, but they also make happier and healthier spaces that we can all thrive in.”

A single cancer care facility for a patient’s full journey

337’s primary purpose is a centre for excellence in cancer diagnosis, treatment and research, with breast cancer a specialty. Jones Radiology and GenesisCare are moving from their current St Andrew’s facilities into 337, alongside a host of complementary services.

The St Andrew’s precinct on South Terrace will now be home to a complete suite of expert cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities. Processes are streamlined, and patients are able to return to a familiar environment and staff, easing their journey through serious health challenges.

Australia’s only suspended radiation chambers

On 337’s first floor, twin insulated chambers are home to GenesisCare’s LINAC (Linear Accelerator) machines, for the delivery of targeted radiation therapy for cancers. Frequently this type of treatment takes place deep in basement bunkers, owing to the extreme protective insulation required to ensure safety. Psychologically, to bring patients up to a lightfilled first floor suite for radiation treatment is quite literally a lift.

James Arsenikakis of Cambridge Medical Property says, “it’s about better patient wellbeing, so you’re not having to send people into the depths of a basement for treatment. It also makes for the most effective use of space on the footprint of the site, to make it as usable as possible for the patients, doctors and other healthcare workers.

The new home of Cancer Research SA

Research partnerships are integral to St Andrew’s dedication to clinical excellence. The third floor at 337 is the new home of Cancer Research SA, a team of oncologists and researchers dedicated to rigorous and continual advancement of cancer care in our state.

“Suspending the structure was a real technical feat. We engaged the best engineers and physicists, and used steel as well as concrete to insulate, which also reduced its emissions profile during construction.”

In acknowledgement of the Kaurna land which is home to all of St Andrew’s including 337, Kaurna Elder Uncle Tamaru was invited to perform a smoking ceremony inside the LINAC chambers. It’s a symbol of welcome, cleansing and healing, to promote the protection and wellbeing of visitors.

CRSA’s aim is to provide compassionate, state-ofthe-art care for the cancer patient of today, and ongoing advancements in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure of cancer in the future. It is the hope of CRSA that every South Australian affected by cancer has an opportunity to discuss and participate in a clinical trial.

Cancer patients at St Andrew’s will be offered access to the latest CRSA clinical trials, receiving advanced care and contributing to life-saving medical progress.

Robotic urology pioneer Dr Peter Sutherland retires

St Andrew’s extends its very best wishes to Dr Peter Sutherland OAM, who retired from surgical practice at the end of 2022. He has been an outstanding leader in da Vinci robotic surgery at the hospital, performing more than 2,500 procedures and training surgeons from across Australia and the world.

Dr Sutherland trained in Australia, the USA and the UK. He was Head of Urology at the Royal Adelaide Hospital for 25 years and was instrumental in leading the first surgical team to introduce robotic radical

Dr Mary Sutherland retires from our Board

St Andrew’s offers its very best wishes and sincere thanks to long-time Board member Dr Mary Sutherland OAM, on her retirement as of November 2022. Dr Sutherland practiced as an anaesthetist for three decades, served on our Board for 15 years and Chaired the hospital’s Peer Review Committee for over 20 years.

Mary entered her medical career at a time when women were in a definite minority, but modestly rejects the title of trailblazer. She reflects that she was fortunate to have

prostatectomy into the Australian public health system.

Peter is a strong advocate for prostate removal to treat early prostate cancer, but when he was first practicing this in the mid 1980s, he says “men had a large cut in the belly, they would frequently need a major blood transfusion to get them through surgery, and end up in ICU for often 24 to 48 hours.”

When he first witnessed da Vinci surgery, Peter says, “for me, it was just like the light turned on. It was just an absolute miracle moment

... the keyhole nature of the surgery would enable the patient to be out of hospital in no time, with barely more than a box of paracetamol for pain relief. Blood transfusions are almost never needed. And the outcomes in regard to potency and continence are dramatically better.”

St Andrew’s is immensely grateful to Dr Sutherland for his leadership in establishing da Vinci robotic surgery at our hospital, for changing thousands of lives and for mentoring the next generation of surgeons. We miss him tremendously.

many women mentors.

“Anaesthetics is a field that a lot of women have gravitated to in the past because it incorporated the ability to work part time.”

Of her Board tenure, Mary says that the Eastern Clinical Development, completed in 2019, and the construction of 337 South Terrace, have been highlights increasing the hospital’s capacity, whilst ensuring construction was sensitive to the largely residential corner of the city.

spending more time with family including husband Dr Peter Sutherland, Mary is still devoting wisdom and energy to governance. She has been on the Board of Ngutu College, now in its third year of operation, since before it was constructed in Woodville North. “It’s a new, independent school for ATSI children and non-Indigenous children,” Mary explains.

“When we began, we had a headmaster, a vision and that was it. And now we have over 200 students, from reception to year nine. It’s been a great joy working with good people on something from vision to fruition.”

“And it’s been a complete and utter pleasure to work with a CEO who is I think, within the city, without peer.” Whilst retired from St Andrew’s and enjoying

The Board and staff of St Andrew’s sincerely thanks Dr Mary Sutherland for her many years of outstanding contribution to the hospital.

“The board has been an excellent, robust, collegiate, fantastic board,” says Mary.

Meet the surgeon with four arms

Since 2013, skilled surgeons at St Andrew’s have performed over 5,500 intricate surgeries using our leading edge da Vinci robotic system.

The da Vinci robot is a powerful marriage of sophisticated technology with the judgement and care of human hands. A surgeon sits at a console within the operating theatre, with a magnified view of the operating site and highly sensitive hand controls. Across the room, the fourarmed robot responds to the surgeon’s manipulations, to operate on the patient.

The da Vinci’s specialty is laparoscopic (‘keyhole’) surgery, a minimally invasive technique using small incisions to access inner parts of the body with cameras and small-scale instruments.

The goal, of course, is better patient outcomes. The da Vinci allows us to achieve this in a number of ways: smaller incisions and less invasive access to internal surgical sites means less pain and blood loss, leading to far shorter hospital stays and recovery times.

Of the machine’s four arms, one holds a miniaturised surgical camera that gives the surgeon a magnified view in high-definition 3-D. The remaining three arms are equipped with interchangeable precision tools including scalpels, lasers, suction and irrigation tools and forceps. It has an accuracy of movement and degree of manipulation deep inside the body that

would be impossible with traditional hand-held tools.

St Andrew’s was the first private hospital in South Australia to install the da Vinci system, and ours is currently the busiest in all of the Asia-Pacific region. In fact we’re on our second model, the Xi, ensuring our practice remains at the leading edge of the technology.

St Andrew’s CEO Stephen Walker explains that the scope of work on the da Vinci includes paediatric procedures and surgical training.

“We undertake approximately 740 procedures each year, mainly in urology but also

in ear, nose and throat surgery, general surgery, gynaecological surgery and colorectal surgery. We also undertake the majority of the public robotic work including paediatric patients from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital here in Adelaide.

“We have a highly skilled and experienced robotic team, including surgeons, nursing staff, robotic surgical assistants, and anaesthetists; their level of expertise is outstanding.

“St Andrew’s also prides itself on helping surgeons learn to use the da Vinci surgical robot, with the addition of a second console for education and training. The difference in patient experience and recovery, in many instances, can be dramatic. Jacquie Wiley, Director Nursing and Clinical Services, explains, “for example if you had cancer in your throat, surgeons traditionally had to split the jaw, and open it up to get to the cancer. Now with the robot, the surgeon can go in via the throat.”

Alongside physical benefits, the psychological impacts of surgery can be improved, explains Jacquie. Particularly with paediatric patients, shorter hospital stays and the avoidance of disfiguring procedures can contribute significantly to positive outcomes.

We would like to gratefully acknowledge Mr Gordon Pickard AM for his very generous and ongoing support of the da Vinci Surgical Robot program at St Andrew’s Hospital.

Surgeons explain da Vinci benefits

performed almost 2,000 robotic surgeries to date. He mentions not only the facilities but also the staff expertise as standout features at St Andrew’s.

“We are very fortunate at St Andrew’s to have world class robotic facilities and staff,” says Dr Fuller.

Dr JC Hodge, ENT specialist, was an early adopter of trans-oral robotic surgery (TORS), performing his first da Vinci procedure in 2009. He was mentored by Professor Suren Krishnan at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, where together they formed Australia’s first Head & Neck TORS program. “The majority of the UK’s ENT TORS surgeons have been trained here at the RAH and St Andrew’s Hospital,” Dr Hodge says.

"The Da Vinci technology has allowed trans-oral access for surgery that previously required long and complex operations such as jawbone splits. It’s led to the de-escalation of toxic adjuvant treatments such as radiation and chemotherapy for head and neck cancers, as well as shorter hospital admissions and better functional outcomes."

Dr Andrew Fuller, Urologist, began using the da Vinci system in 2010 and has

“The dual console da Vinci Xi system is unique to St Andrew’s, and facilitates teaching of trainee surgeons and collaboration between experienced surgeons in more complex cases.

“The Urological robotic program is well established as one of the busiest in Australia and allows minimally invasive treatment for patients requiring treatment for prostate, renal and bladder cancers.”

Farewell to Reverend Peter Morel

On May 5 we bid farewell to Rev. Peter Morel, who has provided wisdom, guidance and solace to our Hospital community as Chaplain for 15 years. Peter leaves us to take up the position of Moderator of the Uniting Church in South Australia. Peter has contributed enormously to the culture and wellbeing of patients and staff at St Andrew’s, with his warm and inclusive spiritual care. He has also supplied valuable counsel on management matters including our Human, Ethics and Research

Committee, and been part of our Reconciliation Action Group. Peter’s support has even extended beyond our hospital walls. He has visited patients who have moved to palliative care, conducted funerals and even had the joyful task of officiating at staff weddings.

We thank Rev. Morel for his years of outstanding dedication to St Andrew’s, and wish him all the very best for his new position.

The key to enduring client partnerships

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The partnerships we build with clients and their families ensures we can provide investment solutions that remain in step with their changing needs over time.

Outstanding nursing staff nominated in state awards

The vital role of nursing in healthcare has probably never been more appreciated than in the past few years. At St Andrew’s we are incredibly proud of all our nursing staff, who embody our values of working together, caring for others and delivering excellence.

Three St Andrew’s staff members were nominated for the 2023 Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards, in recognition of their exceptional work. The winners were announced at a Gala Dinner at the Adelaide Convention Centre on 12 May, and we are delighted to congratulate Fiona Bolton on winning her category. Meet our nominees, who also showcase the variety of nursing roles in our hospital.

Innovations in Quality and Safety, says, “Fiona epitomises generosity, as demonstrated by the volunteer hours required as President of AASTN, providing workshops around the state and education to staff at St Andrew’s Hospital.”

her new role but extends herself to ensure others are welcomed into the fold, and has undertaken mentorship of new staff.”

Lisa Walter, Clinical Manager, Cardiac Ward

Nominee, Excellence in Leadership and Governance

Fiona Bolton, Stomal Therapist

Winner, Excellence in PracticeRegistered Nurse

Fiona specialises in the care of patients who have a stoma, where the small intestine, colon or ureter is surgically redirected to the abdominal wall. She has been a member of the Australian Association of Stomal Therapy Nurses (AASTN) for 15 years and President since 2021. Fiona discovered there was limited evidence-based literature around support garments in the prevention of parastomal hernia (PSH). She was instrumental in new research, and her expertise has seen her invited to the USA by medical device company Convatec to assist with stoma appliance design.

Dr Tamara Page, Associate Professor of Nursing,

Chelsea Clark, Registered Nurse

Finalist, Excellence in PracticeEarly Career Nurse/Midwife

Chelsea completed her Bachelor of Nursing at the University of Adelaide in 2020. She began her career during a very trying period for healthcare staff and has handled this with grace and warm professionalism. She has worked primarily in the operating theatre and patient recovery areas, and has recently enrolled in post graduate studies in anaesthetics and recovery nursing, to deepen her knowledge in these areas.

Dr Page says, “when senior staff were asked if there was an early career nurse who stood out, there was no hesitation in Chelsea’s name being put forward. Chelsea has not only adjusted to being accountable in

Lisa has worked across private and public hospitals, including the UK’s NHS. She began working at St Andrew’s in 2008 and has been instrumental in the establishment of our Cardiac Ward and Chest Pain Clinic. Lisa likens her leadership style to that of a netball coach: identifying who is good at which position and encouraging staff in their areas of strength, whilst also ensuring they work on those areas that can be improved. In March 2023

Lisa moved into the position of Associate Director of Nursing at St Andrew’s.

Dr Page says, “Lisa can make considered and precise decisions when faced with a crisis situation. She can remain calm but has the ability to act quickly and coordinate solutions.”

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The Gift of Gratitude Annual Appeal

Do you wish to express gratitude for the care that was given to you, or a family member, at St Andrew’s Hospital?

Our Gift of Gratitude program is raising funds so we can continue to provide you and your loved ones with both clinical excellence and heartfelt care.

There are many reasons to give the gift of gratitude, and each patient’s journey is different. You may want to thank a remarkable nurse who supported you or your family member through one of the most difficult times in their life, a volunteer who helped make your stay comfortable, or support staff who assisted you.

With our Gift of Gratitude program, we seek to

honour the gratitude that our patients and their families wish to convey. Your feedback and generosity will support and encourage work that saves lives and improves wellbeing for thousands of South Australians.

Donations to the Gift of Gratitude program may be made in honour of a particular area of care, or the Hospital as a whole. Funds are managed by the St Andrew’s Foundation, which ensures your gift is used directly by the hospital in the provision of outstanding care and facilities.

‘Where care matters most’ is a motto we strive to live up to every day at St Andrew’s.

You expect, of course, the highest standards of medical care. Beyond that, it’s a sense of personal attentiveness and genuine warmth that sets our hospital apart.

Donate today to honour a caregiver and make a difference in the lives of others.

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The Foundation raises funds to support medical and surgical excellence at St Andrew’s Hospital through community activity, volunteers and the promotion of philanthropy. The Foundation provides scholarships and runs events, while our volunteers staff the hospital coffee shop and participate in the Patient Transport Service, among other vital contributions to St. Andrew’s Hospital.

The Foundation Board

Our Board of Directors consists of volunteer community leaders, philanthropists, and strategic advisers who are united in their efforts to expand and enrich the support network around St Andrew’s Hospital. The Board and Foundation team members seek to attract, encourage and honour acts of generosity by creating and nurturing relationships that will be beneficial to the future success of the Hospital.

Thank you Amanda Seaton

Amanda Seaton retired from the Foundation Board on 17 February 2023. Amanda has been a generous and passionate contributor to the Foundation for over ten years and her legacy is significant to so much of what we’ve achieved.

Breast Care Luncheon

In October last year over 170 breast cancer patients, their families, friends, nurses and special support services gathered at Adelaide Oval for our much loved Breast Care Luncheon. After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, it was an absolute joy to see the return of this event during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The Breast Care Luncheon has for over 25 years created the opportunity to bring our patients together, with their loved ones, so they can reflect, learn, laugh and share while being inspired by each other’s journeys. Kate Collins, Nine News presenter, graciously and seamlessly acted as our MC, and proud Kaurna woman Jess Davies warmly welcomed us to her Country. Special guest speaker Dr Charlotte Tottman, a clinical psychologist on cancerrelated distress, shared a wealth of personal and professional informationas well as a link to her 10part podcast series, Upfront

About Breast CancerWhat You Don’t Know Until You Do.

The highlight of the day was the lingerie fashion parade where six amazing women gathered the courage to display custom-made lingerie and swimwear, enabling women postmastectomy to celebrate themselves and not the disease.

Our next Breast Care Luncheon is in October 2023. If you’d like to support the event, please contact:

foundation@stand.org.au

Patron | Mrs Lan Le Chair | Eric Granger

Susy Daw | William Esau | Tabitha Healey Kristen Raison | Jennifer Rees

Dr Tamara Page

An appointment dedicated to nursing research and excellence.

In November 2021, St Andrew’s welcomed Dr Tamara Page to a new position, in partnership with the University of Adelaide. As Associate Professor of Nursing, Innovations in Quality and Safety, Dr Page splits her time between research and teaching at the university, and supporting St Andrew’s in delivering the highest quality nursing care.

Dr Page spent almost 30 years in clinical practice at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, including as Nursing Quality Manager, and completed her PhD specialising in wound care. She has taught Bachelor and Post Graduate nursing students since 2012.

At St Andrew’s, Dr Page is particularly interested in supporting our nursing staff in their own professional enquiry. For example, she explains, there was a project that she helped bring to fruition after COVID delays, examining thermoregulation and the use of blood during urology surgery.

“Anecdotally, there appeared to be increased blood usage on patients undergoing urology surgery,” says Dr Page. “When data was collected, it seemed we were looking at people who were hypothermic. So how can we keep them warm so ultimately, they might not need a blood transfusion?”

Dr Page is also ensuring our research results are made available to the whole profession. In this case, a report has been submitted for publication, and a presentation submitted for

the International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare, Melbourne in November 2023.

For our Foundation Wellbeing Centre at 337 South Terrace (see story on page 5), Dr Page will be surveying patients diagnosed with breast cancer, to understand which services and resources can be most useful. She has applied to the Cancer Australia Supporting People With Cancer Grant Initiative, and will guide the development of the Wellbeing Centre timetable.

Dr Page is also working with Stomal Therapy Nurse Fiona Bolton (see story on page 11), who has been researching nurse knowledge and education about parastomal hernia (PSH). In development is a risk assessment tool that can be used throughout the field.

says, “one of the nursing orientation sessions at St Andrew’s is taking you on a patient journey, showing how safety and quality standards are met each step of the way. I’ve incorporated that into a workshop with the students.”

St Andrew’s is a very supportive environment for nurses who wish to further their studies. Dr Page’s expertise and academic connections are providing extra support. “If someone needs to find up-to-date literature, I can access that for them,” she explains. “Or help with the best way to run a search to find information.” And if someone has an idea to initiate research, Dr Page is the go-to. “If a nurse feels there’s an area we could be looking into, they can come to me and we’ll investigate.”

In her teaching at the University of Adelaide, Dr Page incorporates the latest clinical knowledge from our hospital to prepare her students for nursing practice. “For example,” she

St Andrew’s recognises that in order to provide the best nursing care for patients, we need to provide the best support for our exceptional nursing staff. The work of Dr Tamara Page brings an exciting new phase to nursing progress and recognition at our hospital.

“With any nursing research and enquiry at St Andrew’s, I’m encouraging staff to write journal articles and present about their findings at conferences. I’m making awards submissions, and helping the work gain more recognition.”

StandOut nominations

We have received hundreds of StandOut nominations, recognising our staff for living St Andrew’s values. Here are a few:

Julie works hard to accommodate the needs of the patients as well as the organisation. Thankyou for always being accommodating to our needs in CCU.

Mark is hard working and kind to all patients and colleagues. His paediatric knowledge is incredible and he has been invaluable to my learning paediatric recovery.

Trudy had sound clinical skills that I’m happy to be working closely to as she mentors me. I’m proud to be in the same team as Trudy.

Angela has recently stepped into a new role in patient services and she has really excelled. She’s helped our department and made it a better place to work.

I would like to nominate ALL the WARD ORDERLIES. Every single one of them work consistently hard and are always willing to help the whole hospital.

Kat is an exceptional and dedicated nurse who is an asset to our team. Her sunny personality is a delight to work with and she shows diligence and compassion to all her patients.

Maria is always ready to help anyone in Dietary Services area and does it cheerfully and enthusiastically. As a new person to the kitchen I am impressed that she will always ask if I need help and will take on any task.

Exceptional leadership skills, and commitment to team. Lisa sets the example of providing excellent patient care, and promotes an environment where staff are valued, and encouraged.

Dom always takes care of the staff in the anaesthetics/ recovery area by ensuring there is enough staff and good skill mix on the floor to give the best patient care. He is always there when you need him.

Business Government & Law celebration

After the hiatus of prizegiving ceremonies since 2020 due to COVID-19, this year the College of Business Government & Law at Flinders University hosted a new event to celebrate the academic excellence of their students.

Ms Jacquie Wiley (Director Nursing and Clinical Services) attended the inaugural BGL Celebration of Academic Excellence on Tuesday 2 May, at Alere in the Flinders University campus.

The event recognised and celebrated the accomplishments of the University’s highest achieving students.

St Andrew’s Hospital sponsored two prizes; Prize for Academic Excellence and Prize in Health Administration. Ms Wiley had the opportunity to spend time with a number of the prize winners, and of significance, one of our sponsored prize winners Ms Vivienne Maxwell who won the Prize in Health Administration. Vivienne has partnered with St Andrew’s for a number

of years, providing an outstanding physiotherapy service with her business partner, Ms Dashi Soodan and their team of highly skilled physiotherapists. This provided synergy between Vivienne’s academic achievements and the care she provides to St Andrew’s patients; a true demonstration of the clinical excellence St Andrew’s is known for.

The event provided a unique platform to share knowledge and experience with students eager to learn from industry professionals in the format of curated ‘speed networking’, of which there were three rounds, each providing the chance to meet and chat informally with several students, including our prize recipient, and other industry representatives.

Prize in Health Administration

Vivienne Maxwell (as pictured with Director Nursing and Clinical Services, Ms Jacquie Wiley)

Foundation volunteers

Thank you to all our volunteers who are so generous in giving their time to support the St Andrew’s community. Without you we couldn’t do what we do.

Lauri Benton

Sharon Bernhardt

Ann Boehm

Denise Brockhouse

Margaret Brown

Caroline Bryant

Garry Burchell

Christine Burgess

Ada Byford

Marisa Cheese

Colleen Cleland

Nicholas Correll

Denise Cotterill

Jennifer Coulls

Kaye Darcy

Barbara Dunstan

Anne Eastwood

Julienne Elbe

Alison Evans

Tara Evans

Lynlee Fox

Mark Fullerton

Jennifer Gilliland

Judy Greenway

William Grierson

Ros Griffiths

Geof Gutte

Eleanor Harding

Pamela Hughes

Marcia Hyde

Brenda Kroning

Geoffrey Lake

Anna Lawrence

Neville Lawrence

Retirements

Sandra Lindop

Robyn Macpherson

Jo Maddern

Margaret Marslen

Bronte McGair

Mark McKeever

Bob Morgan

Suzanne Moyle

Judi Noblet

Kathleen O’Connell

Robyn Octoman

Susan Oke

Jessica Ortega

Villafranca

Jenni O’Sullivan

Shirley Pearce

Rebecca Poon

Rene Potter

Janet Rawcliffe

Del Reed

Barbara Richards

Heather Roach

John Roach

Cheryl Russell

Robyn Shilcock

Maggie Sutherland

Carol Swarbrick

Raelene Thorpe

Valerie Turnbull

Lorraine & Brian Venn

Michael Venning

Kevin Whitby

Mary Withers

We offer our thanks and best wishes to our recent retirees.

Jacquie Furmage Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit • 25 years | Yvonne Magnusson Registered Nurse, Procedural Suite • 24 years | Liv Khammash Accounts Payable Officer • 17 years | Kathy Wright

Enrolled Nurse, SACS and 3rd Floor • 15 years

Long service

Over the past year, many St Andrew’s staff members have reached significant work milestones.

50 years Lynlee Moses Registered Nurse, CCU | 35 years Francine Murphy Patient Services Officer | Marie Beard Clinical Educator, Theatre | Christine Cunnew Registered Nurse, CCU | 30 years Karen Turrell Registered Nurse, 2nd Floor | 25 years Rachel Caudoux Registered Nurse, Procedural Suite | Marelle Jackson, Enrolled Nurse, 3rd Floor | 20 years Jenny Roberts Case Manager | Coula Cokkinos

Dietary Services Assistant | Marisa Belperio Registered Nurse, Pre-admission Clinic | Julie Downie

Medical Officer, Emergency Services | Renee Mchugh Clinical Manager, Theatre | Heather Crosby

Clinical Nurse, Theatre | Melanie Law Registered Nurse, Recovery & Anaesthetics | Kerie Hawkes

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit | 15 years Chris Herbert Secretary - Engineering | Andrew Hodge

Warehouse Team Leader | Rosa Neto Dietary Services Assistant | Michelle Brunt Dietary Services

Assistant | Claire Brigham Patient Services Officer | Emma Baker Clinical Manager, CCU | Tiffany

Heinrich, Clinical Nurse, Recovery & Anaesthetics | Silvana Bonin Ward Clerk | Jason Potts Registered Nurse, SACS | Iolanda Scalzi Claims Assessment Officer | 10 years Michael Berkefeld Dietary Services

Assistant | Anita Ritzau Registered Nurse, Pre-admission Clinic | Cathryn Tang Clinical Coder | Brydie

Milligan Clinical Nurse, Theatre | Liliana Santos Registered Nurse, Recovery & Anaesthetics | Angeline

Koe Registered Nurse, Recovery & Anaesthetics | Kellie Cheers Registered Nurse, 2nd Floor | Jose

Achandy Sterilisation Technician

Chef Matthew's vegetable and lentil curry

Our signature curry is one of the most popular dishes in the St Andrew’s Hospital staff cafeteria. It has a long list of ingredients but it’s simple to make, hearty and delicious.

Ingredients

1/2 tsp black mustard seeds

1/2 tsp brown cumin seeds

1/2 tsp fresh curry leaves

50g Clive’s curry powder

10g fresh garlic

10g fresh ginger

1 diced onion

2 small whole tomatoes, chopped

400ml tin coconut milk

400ml tin brown lentils

1 x medium sweet potato, peeled + cubed

150g potato, peeled + cubed

100g pumpkin, peeled + cubed

100g small cauliflower florets

100g green beans

100g red capsicum strips

Method

1. Heat a little olive oil and fry seeds and curry leaves until they crackle, about 30 seconds. Set aside.

2. Sauté onion, garlic and ginger until golden brown, then add curry powder and cook for 30 seconds.

3. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they have broken down.

4. Add coconut milk and stir to combine, making the base sauce.

5. Steam sweet potato and potato until just tender, not overcooked.

6. Steam beans, cauliflower and capsicum for 4 minutes.

7. Add steamed veggies to the base sauce, along with the drained tin of lentils.

8. Lastly, add curry leaf and seeds that were previously crackled.

9. Thicken slightly with cornflour/water mix to your liking.

10. Serve with basmati rice and fresh coriander.

Save time, book online

Bookings for general and specialised pathology tests available from August at clinpath.com.au

You can also visit us, no booking required, at: 321 South Terrace (St Andrews Medical Centre) 337 South Terrace (opening soon)

All locations and opening hours available at clinpath.com.au/locations or via the QR code.

Volunteer Coffee Shop at St Andrew’s Hospital

Our Coffee Shop is perfectly located just as you enter St Andrew’s main foyer. Over 50 volunteers, many of which have volunteered with us for decades, help to make this welcoming coffee shop possible.

Relax and enjoy a variety of tasty local hot and cold food, barista made coffee, assorted teas and a range of cold beverages.

You can also find a specially curated selection of gifts, stationery, confectionary, and teddies.

OPENING HOURS

Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Closed Public Holidays

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