Ivy Tauhinu says Haere rā to Middlemore after 54 years of service
Ivy Tauhinu says Haere rā to Middlemore after 54 years of service. Starting her journey in 1969, Ivy has seen the hospital undergo many changes, from uniform fashions to building renovations. She has been steadfast in her job working as an orderly.
New Medical Bariatric Service for Counties Manukau
Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau is setting up a new specialist weight management service to support healthy living and combat obesity in the South Auckland community.
Top Award for Middlemore Paediatrician
Dr Ross Nicholson, one of our doctors has been awarded a top honour by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. The prestigious Mentor of the Year Award is given annually to the College Member who has demonstrated an outstanding and lasting contribution to the training and education of trainees.
Clinical News with Dr Andrew Connolly
Kia Ora koutou It’s pleasing to be able to report growing instances of co-operation between the three Auckland m e tro districts – Waitematā, Te Toka Tumai Auckland, and Counties Manukau, in ways that are benefitting patients.
The first 2000 days of life helps shape your future
The first 2000 days of a child’s life are instrumental in their health and wellbeing - what they experience sets the trajectory for their development.
Accessibility group opening doors
This week (13-19 March) is Neurodiversity Awareness Week and a fitting time to launch the Counties Accessibility Network known as CAN Do! CAN do is a group of dedicated staff members who advocate and action positive change to help build an inclusive workplace culture that will enable all employees…
Local taane life saved by bowel test
After undergoing a life-saving operation for bowel cancer, Ben Cullen is happy to be spending time with his family. But the 65-year-old says his decision to send in a screening test after being prompted by his wife was key to him discovering he had the disease and getting treatment.
Which health service is right for you?
Many people don’t know where to turn when they’re worried about their own or a loved one’s health but there are a number of options open to you.
Cleaning job helps with focus
This week is Neurodiversity Awareness Week and it's also the week we officially launch the Counties Accessibility Network - CAN do. CAN do is a staff-led group dedicated to continuing to improve our work environment so that is inclusive and accessible to all.
Clinical News with Dr Andrew Connolly
Kia ora Tatou There’ve been a couple of news items in recent weeks which reflect the challenges facing our services. Dr Pete Watson, Te Whatu Ora National Director of Medical, has spoken about the issue of stubbornly high waiting lists in hospitals throughout the country.