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Remarkable people doing powerful work – there’s a lot happening at BRHS.
Community consultation open for Strategic Plan
Have your say on our Strategic Plan here: https://bit.ly/BRHSPlan At Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, we’re starting work on our next Strategic Plan and we want to hear from the people we care for. Great healthcare isn’t just about buildings or services, it’s about how people experience care when they
BRHS opens its doors to East Gippslanders more than ever
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) has released a summer snapshot of Emergency Department activity, highlighting sustained demand, more complex patient presentations, and the continued delivery of safe, high-quality care for the East Gippsland community. Between 25 December and 27 January, the Emergency Department cared for 2,412 people, which is
BRHS Welcomes Our 2026 Interns
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service has proudly welcomed our 2026 interns - a dynamic and diverse group of early-career doctors beginning their journey in rural medicine.
Full of heart: Registered Nurse Kim Burke brings joy to Christmas discharges at BRHS
Pictured left: Bronwyn Hamilton, BRHS Complex Discharge Coordinator.Picture right: Kim Burke, BRHS Registered Nurse As Bairnsdale Regional Health Service prepares for its busiest time of year, one registered nurse has found a new way to make a big difference and bring a smile to patients along the way. Kim
Support BRHS Emergency Ward Fundraiser
Metung Bloodhounds Launch 2026 Calendar Fundraiser in Support of Bairnsdale Regional Health Service Emergency Ward Bairnsdale, VIC — The Metung Bloodhounds have launched a new fundraising initiative for Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS), with proceeds supporting vital Emergency Ward improvements. The Metung Bloodhounds, a spirited volunteer organisation formed in
From Bed to Lounge: A New Step in Patient Care
BRHS has launched a trial Patient Discharge Lounge to provide a more comfortable transition for patients ready to go home, while improving hospital flow and reducing wait times.
With his stoma, Lindsay’s the leader of the band
For Lindsay Hammond, BRHS stoma specialist support nurse Kylie Antonopoulos is a key to his independence. Lindsay was diagnosed with bowel cancer in late 2020 and subsequently had a section of his bowel removed. He has a stoma, a surgically-created opening in his abdomen that bypasses his bowel and
BRHS stronger thanks to new board appointments
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is welcoming Board appointments that continue to strengthen the health service’s skills and connection to the community. Well-known Paynesville resident and Acting CEO of Workways, Karly McCaskill, has been reappointed to the Board for another term, starting 1 July. Since her appointment in 2019, Karly
Hospital CEOs welcome new Gippsland Local Health Service Network
The following is a joint statement from Bairnsdale Regional Health Service CEO Peter Abraham, Omeo District Health CEO Daniel Cziperle and Orbost Regional Health CEO Vicki Farthing: Today marks a little piece of history in healthcare for our region. The new Gippsland Local Health Network officially comes into being
New BRHS CEO Peter welcomed as we farewell Acting CEO Kathy
New Chief Executive Officer Peter Abraham has started work at Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS). Peter, who has served as the CEO at Swan Hill District Health since 2019 and in several other health CEO roles in regional Victoria, replaces Acting Chief Executive Officer Kathy Kinrade, who leaves BRHS
BRHS Life Governorship for Auntie Helen Morgan
Pioneering Aboriginal healthcare worker Auntie Helen Morgan will be honoured with a Bairnsdale Regional Health Service Life Governorship at its NAIDOC Week community celebration next week. The award-winning work of the BRHS Aboriginal Health Unit can be traced back to Auntie Helen. Previously a cleaner at the hospital, the
Carolyn’s vision after shock eye cancer diagnosis
Carolyn Alkemade planned to cap off her recent 30th wedding anniversary with her husband Mick over a special dinner and a show in East Gippsland. Instead, courtesy of a simple eye test, she found herself at Melbourne’s Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital dealing with a horrifying diagnosis. Still,
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