Penny Wright, Mt Wilga CEO with Kelly Gerrard, Occupational Therapy Manager. Hollywood CEO Peter Mott, Anne Leach, FNM OAM & Karen Gullick, Director of Clinical Services. The Ramsay Way - 2015 | 02 9 Australian first for Figtree Associate Prof Reyftmann, gynaecologist at Figtree Private Hospital, recently undertook Australia’s first Fertiloscopic Ovarian Drililng for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Fertiloscopy is a minimally-invasive technique for investigating female infertility. It is an alternative to a diagnostic laparoscopy and can be extended to include a therapeutic procedure (ovarian drilling) in the case of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). The patient is put under general anaesthetic, and a small puncture of the vagina allows the introduction of a 4 mm telescope into the pelvic cavity. The presence of instilled fluid allows a detailed, “underwater” examination of the pelvic organs. A special bipolar electrode is used to safely perform the ovarian drilling. As the patient has no scar on the abdomen, the recovery is much quicker than for a laparoscopy and the patient can return to work and physical activity on the following day. The results of the first 6 cases performed were presented in May at the annual meeting of the Australasian Gynecological Endoscopy Society in Melbourne. Key-hole ankle stabilisation – an Australian first for John Flynn Private Flynn Private Hospital was the proud host to the first Australian operation of completely arthroscopic ankle ligament stabilisation – the “ArthroBrostrom” procedure. Dr Hugh Won of the Leg Bones Clinic introduced this procedure after recently completing intensive training in the US. The conventional treatment for chronic instability of the ankle has been an open repair of the lateral ligaments, with prolonged recovery from the repair and also the open surgical dissections required to get to the operative sites. By using purpose designed instruments, the operation can now be done completely through key holes with the same mechanical strength. The post-operative swelling & discomfort is markedly reduced. The risks of soft tissue complications like infections, delayed wound healing and breakdowns are also minimised. 3D printing enhances hip replacements at John Flynn Private In March and April, orthopaedic surgeon Dr Hugh Won completed the first 3 procedures in Queensland of the Medacta MyHip 3D printing-enhanced anterior hip replacements at the John Flynn Private Hospital. Customised, patient-specific 3D moulds are printed from high-definition CT scans, allowing for precise operative planning, exact bone cuts and preparations. Optimal implant sizing and positioning helps to assure leg length matching, virtually eliminating the risk of dislocation, and maximising the function of the hip replacement. Coupled with the anterior muscle-sparing approach, this new application of the 3D technology helps to improve the minimally invasive hip replacement surgery, further boosting patient outcomes, recovery and satisfaction. Mt Wilga finalist for ‘Best Rehabilitation Operator’ RAMSAY’S MT WILGA PRIVATE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL IN HORNSBY, SYDNEY, WAS RECENTLY CHOSEN AS ONE OF SIX FINALISTS IN THE ASIA PACIFIC ELDERCARE INNOVATIONS AWARDS FOR 2015, FOR BEST REHABILITATION OPERATOR. Mt Wilga CEO Penny Wright said the hospital prided itself on ensuring patients were able to achieve quality of life after illness, accident or surgery. “In 2013/14 we had 517 older patients attend our Complex Care Needs Program and over 89% returned to their previous level of accommodation at the end of their hospital stay,” Penny said. “We enjoy seeing a patient return home knowing that they will be safe and that they have renewed confidence to once again manage their lives as independently as possible”. HOLLYWOOD HAS ANNOUNCED ITS NEW WING WILL BE NAMED AFTER WORLD WAR II NURSE, MRS ANNE LEACH. Mrs Leach was a nurse with the Australian Army and has a long association with Hollywood which commenced during World War II and continues to the present day. From 1943 to 1945, Mrs Leach was on the staff of the then-named 110th Australian General Hospital (Hollywood Private Hospital since 1994), as senior sister in charge of the orthopaedic ward, acting also as night superintendent. As a result of her army nursing and community service work with the Red Cross and other organisations, Mrs Leach received the Florence Nightingale Medal (1983) and the Order of Australia Medal (2000). Today, Mrs Leach maintains a close relationship with the hospital, having been involved in Hollywood’s Remembrance Day service for more than 10 years. On hearing the announcement, Mrs Leach who turned 101 in June this year was overwhelmed. “To hear that Hollywood wants to honour my service in this way is very touching. I loved my hospital nursing and Hollywood holds a special place in my heart,” she said. Hollywood CEO Peter Mott said “In a special year in which we commemorate 100 years of ANZAC, it’s an opportunity for us to recognise Mrs Leach’s contribution and service to the community by naming our new hospital wing in her honour.” The Anne Leach Wing is part of the $74.1 million infrastructure project housing six additional state-of-the-art operating theatres, two new wards and a new kitchen. The wing is due for completion later this year. Dr Hugh Won Hollywood dedicates new wing to Anne Leach
The Ramsay Way - Winter 2015
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