Gold Coast Private Hospital, 14 Hill Street, Southport (2025)

15/12/2025

Did you know we’ve been helping people avoid hospital for 20 years?

That’s right! Our Hospital In The Home (HITH) service – the only one of its kind on the Gold Coast, provides acute, hospital level-care in the comfort of patients’ homes so they can recover safely with minimal disruptions to daily life.

Nurse Unit Manager Craig Hulsman, who’s been with HITH since it began as a Queensland-first at our old Allamanda Private Hospital, says people really appreciate the service.

“HITH allows suitable patients who need acute hospital treatments to be discharged and treated at home for increased comfort and privacy, and in some cases, they are referred straight from their GP or the emergency department, avoiding a hospital stay altogether,” says Craig.

“As the only service of its kind in Queensland, we also accept patients from other private hospitals and treat people in a range of settings including their workplace, aged-care facility or holiday accommodation.

“We have extremely high patient satisfaction and are very proud of the service we provide to our community.”

Overseen by infectious diseases specialist Dr Andrew Jones, the HITH team includes eight Registered Nurses, two wound and stoma specialists, and doctors from all specialities to provide hospital-level care in the home including post-surgery, intravenous antibiotics and complex wound management.

We’re proud to mark 20 years of delivering hospital care beyond our walls for the health and comfort of our community.

For more information visit https://goldcoastprivatehospital.com.au/services/hospital-home

12/12/2025

Dr Nicholas Whitworth is a locally trained orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in surgery of the lower limb for degenerative (arthritic) and sports conditions. He utilises intra-operative robotics and other technologies with the aim of achieving the best possible outcomes for his patients. His specialises in:

- Total Knee Replacement
- Total Hip Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Robotic surgery
- Knee arthroscopy
- ACL reconstruction
- Meniscal repair
- Surgical management of cartilage injuries
- Osteotomy
- Sports knee surgery (ligaments, meniscus, cartilage)
- Knee preservation surgery
- Trauma

For more info visit https://specialists.healthscope.com.au/dr-nicholas-whitworth

09/12/2025

Our Gynaecologist and robotic-surgery expert Dr. Erlich Sem has returned from Singapore and Indonesia where he shared knowledge gained from over 600 robotic procedures to support other specialists in refining their skills.

"It was a humbling experience to train gynaecologists from across South East Asia in advanced Da Vinci robotic surgery and a fantastic opportunity to connect with respected peers," says Dr Sem.

"Seeing the enthusiasm for robotics from the international community was very rewarding. It’s been great to travel internationally and share my experience in robotic surgery with colleagues abroad, but I’m glad to be home and putting those skills to work at Gold Coast Private."

It's great to have you back, Dr Sem.

09/12/2025

As we wrap up another incredible year, we want to thank our amazing volunteers whose kindness and generosity help shape our hospital.

Your dedication and hard work ensure our days run smoothly and we couldn’t have achieved so much without you.

You are an essential part of our team and our success, and we’re so grateful for the time and energy you’ve given throughout the year.

We hope you enjoyed the morning tea - a small token of our endless appreciation.

08/12/2025

Our Gynaecologist and robotic-surgery expert Dr. Erlich Sem has returned from Singapore and Indonesia where he shared knowledge gained from over 600 robotic procedures to support other specialists in refining their skills.

"It was a humbling experience to train gynaecologists from across South East Asia in advanced Da Vinci robotic surgery and a fantastic opportunity to connect with respected peers," says Dr Sem.

"Seeing the enthusiasm for robotics from the international community was very rewarding. It’s been great to travel internationally and share my experience in robotic surgery with colleagues abroad, but I’m glad to be home and putting those skills to work at Gold Coast Private."

It's great to have you back, Dr Sem.

05/12/2025

Today we proudly donated 50 Bags and 10 suitcases filled with everything from brand-new clothes, pillows and blankets, to journals, water bottles, soft toys and toiletries that will be gifted to children entering foster care.

These suitcases become a 'home' for children to take, no matter where they're sent; a piece of continuity; something permanent in a life of uncertainty.

We also gave more than $2,000 for Hope In A Suitcase to fund more 'traveling homes' (suitcases) with further proceeds donated directly to the charity.

GCP Health Information Services Supervisor Tanya Ray sends a huge thank you to all our staff and everyone who donated, bought and baked to help our cause.

"It's heartening to see how many of our wonderful team got behind this initiative, generously donating items to brighten the lives of some of our most vulnerable community members," says Tanya.

"On top of personal goods for suitcases, staff donated raffle prizes while the executive team put on a bake-sale to donate the proceeds. We also donated a portion of funds raised at our Inaugural Christmas Market. It's been a hospital-wide effort and we thank each and everyone of our team for their support."

If you'd like to donate or find out more information visit - https://www.hiasc.org.au

04/12/2025

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! From sparkling wards and decorating competitions, to festive scrubs and our annual staff celebration, the silly season is in full-swing here at Gold Coast Private.

Our inaugural Christmas Market was a huge success, cementing itself as a strong contender to become a GCP Christmas tradition.

A huge thank you to everyone who stitched and sewed, baked and built, sold and shopped in what was a wonderful day of kinship and camaraderie. What a way to kickstart our Christmas celebrations!

03/12/2025

As a child, our nurse Jacinta entered foster care and for years she moved between homes.

Later in life, she discovered In A Suitcase-Australia – a charity that provides children entering foster care with a suitcase filled with essentials and comfort items of their very own. With the support of her community, Jacinta packed eight full suitcases, and now we want to help do the same.

“More than wanting to help financially, I wanted to send a clear message that these children are valued and worthy of love,” says Jacinta.

Her story has inspired us to get behind this incredible cause. If it moves you too, here’s how you can help - https://www.hiasc.org.au

01/12/2025

Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove provided the backdrop for our Clinical Education Day where specialists delivered practical, up-to-date insights for General Practitioners on topics including:

Spine and Orthopaedics:
- Periprosthetic fractures in the ageing population
- Rehabilitation and medical management of osteoporotic fractures
- Acute knee injuries

Women’s Health:
- GDM screening and management
- Understanding adenomyosis
- Osteoporotic spinal fractures from a neurosurgical perspective

Heart and Lung:
- ECG interpretation for general practice
- Cardiology red flags every GP should recognise
- Snoring to sleep apnoea – what GPs need to know

This event formed part of our RACGP-accredited CPD program that delivers high-quality, ongoing education for GPs, strengthening clinical knowledge and supporting the health of our community.

19/11/2025

Australian First: VELYS Robotic-Assisted Unicondylar Knee Replacement.

We are thrilled to announce a milestone in orthopaedic surgery. In June of this year, Dr David Liu here at Gold Coast Private Hospital performed the first Unicondylar Knee Replacement using the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution in Australia.

This achievement marks an exciting step forward in the evolution of precision joint replacement and highlights the power of advanced technology in supporting surgeons to deliver high-quality, personalised care.

A huge congratulations to Dr Liu and the team.

14/11/2025

Diabetes is more than blood sugar. It’s a complex condition that requires individualised care, ongoing support and the right tools.

Specialist General Physician Dr Mark Forbes says while new medications and technologies play an important role, lifestyle is still the strongest medicine.

“Diabetes management is a long game that requires consistency, not perfection,” says Dr Forbes.

“Every effort counts - every walk, every glucose check, every meal choice adds up. In my experience, people succeed when they understand their condition, know how their choices affect it and feel supported.”

Dr Forbes says people living with diabetes should prioritise:

- Diet - focus on whole foods, consistent carb intake and limiting ultra-processed foods.

- Exercise - a mix of aerobic and resistance training improves insulin sensitivity and mental wellbeing.

- Sleep, stress and mental health all influence glucose control. Management must be holistic.

Today we recognise World Diabetes Day as we work towards the goal of helping every person with diabetes live well, avoid complications and feel empowered to manage their health.

12/11/2025

Celebrating our much-loved Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon Dr Lee (Liqun) Yang, who has now completed more than 1,000 keyhole spine surgeries here at Gold Coast Private Hospital.

Dr Yang is renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery, precision aneurysm and brain tumour surgery, and deep brain stimulation surgery for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor.

The combination of international experience, state-of-the-art facilities and the latest technology means Dr Yang is equipped to push the boundaries of modern neurosurgery, delivering world-class care here on the Gold Coast.

Congratulations, Dr Yang on this remarkable milestone. It's a testament to your ongoing commitment to innovation and your genuine desire for exceptional patient outcomes.

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