The Wesley Hospital

01/09/2025

GP reminder: Don’t forget to register

Our Essential Gynaecology, Obstetric and Neonatal Updates for GPs event is coming up on Tuesday, 16 September 2025. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Wesley Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Suvi Hyytinen, who will provide an obstetrics update on pre-eclampsia, GDM and first trimester screening, specifically designed for general practitioners.

With a holistic approach to pregnancy care, Dr Hyytinen has worked as a private specialist since 2016. She provides care for general gynaecological issues, as well as obstetrics, and fertility treatment. She also has a special interest in laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery.

🕔 Evening event | 🍽 Complimentary 2-course dinner | 🎓 1.5 CPD hours awarded
Seats are filling quickly – save yours today.

👉 Check out our other speakers and register now: https://bit.ly/4g2Mp6S

01/09/2025

🌸 It’s Women’s Health Week, and this year's theme from our friends at Jean Hailes for Women's Health is 'Say yes to you'!

We asked our Wesley women’s health physiotherapists to answer some common questions about pelvic health and how physiotherapy can help.

Senior Women's Health Physiotherapist Briony says: "For some, seeing a women’s health physio can feel daunting. I personally want women to know it’s a supported and confidential space."

👉 Read more here: https://bit.ly/45Sun3P

Let’s keep the conversation going this Women’s Health Week and empower women with knowledge about their health. 💜

01/09/2025

Check out the latest webinar on coeliac disease and genetics, from our official research partner, the Wesley Research Institute.

Join us for an engaging, evidence-based webinar exploring the latest research on the prevalence of coeliac disease among first-degree relatives and its impac...

30/08/2025

Registrations Open: Calling all GPs!

Join the Wesley's Dr Suvi Hyytinen, Dr Alex Carter, and Dr Sarah Robinson at our September GP Education evening on Essential Gynaecology, Obstetric and Neonatal Updates for GPs. Gain evidence-based, practical insights to enhance patient care.

🗓 Tuesday 16 September 2025
🕔 6.30pm–8.10pm
📍 The Wesley Hospital

Topics:
• Obstetric Updates for GPs: Pre-eclampsia, GDM and first trimester screening.
• Newborns in General Practice: Recognising and managing common concerns.
• Postmenopausal Bleeding.

This event is free for GPs to attend and includes a 2-course dinner. Spaces are limited, so register now to secure your seat!

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/4g2Mp6S

29/08/2025

Today, after 31 years of service to The Wesley Hospital, we farewell Dr Andrew Pearson as he embarks on the next stage of his career.

Dr Pearson has been a dedicated Coronary Care Unit resident, a highly trusted colleague and support to many of our specialists and team members, and will be a familiar face to many of you in our Wesley community.

In addition to providing tremendous support for our cardiologists and care for our patients, Dr Pearson is well-known for his compassionate bedside manner and mentorship to countless junior doctors.

Congratulations Dr Pearson and from all the team at The Wesley we wish you the very best. Please join us in thanking Dr Pearson for his exceptional care and three decades of dedicated service to our patients and hospital.

28/08/2025

Wear it Purple Day 💜🌈

It's Wear it Purple Day, a day for us all to visibly show our support and send a message that our young LGBTQ+ community are seen, supported and respected.

27/08/2025

We were proud to host 14 nursing students from Chungcheong University, located in Cheongju City, South Korea on a visit to The Wesley recently. 🏥✨

During their visit, the students toured the hospital, connected with our team members and current nursing students, and explored what nursing and healthcare look like in an Australian setting. It was a fantastic opportunity for cultural exchange, learning and of course a Tim Tam!

Thank you for visiting, Chungcheong University!

26/08/2025

At The Wesley Hospital, we focus on treating and caring for people with compassion across life's journey. 💙

Our dedicated Pastoral Care team is here to offer emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff — no matter your faith or beliefs. Whether you need a listening ear, a moment of reflection, or someone to pray with, we're here for you.

Learn more about our Pastoral Care services here: https://bit.ly/4aL2QSn

21/08/2025

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible Wesley specialists, local GPs, and dedicated staff for making our latest GP education event a success! 👏

This month we gained expert insights from Neurologist Dr Robert Adam, Geriatrician Dr Mitchell Bourne, and Neurosurgeon Dr Norman Ma on Neurological Disorders.

Special thanks to Amanda Bromley, Head of Allied Health at the Wesley, who chaired the session, alongside members of her team.

🗓️ Save the date! The next GP Evening will be held on 16 September at The Wesley Hospital. If you would like to receive an event invitation, please join our invitation list: https://bit.ly/4oHf0Cs

18/08/2025

🙌 It is a pleasure to announce that Dr Gauri Gogna has been appointed as our new director of Palliative Care, following the recent retirement of Dr Ralph McConaghy.

Dr Gogna is a dedicated physician, specialising in palliative care, and is passionate about providing holistic care for patients in both the community and inpatient settings. She has extensive experience in private palliative care medicine, having played a pivotal role in establishing the palliative care service at Greenslopes Private Hospital, and has worked publicly within Queensland Health at Ipswich Hospital and Gold Coast University Hospital.

Dr Gogna will commence in her role on 6 October 2025.

18/08/2025

🧬 Coeliac Disease & Genetics: What Families Should Know

Our friends at Wesley Research Institute are holding a free, evidence-based webinar where top experts will unpack the latest Australian research on the genetic links to coeliac disease, the importance of early screening, and what it means for children at risk.

📅 Wednesday, 27 August
⏰ 6pm (AEST)
💻 Online – Register now: https://bit.ly/4meOiiN

👨‍⚕️ Featuring:
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Dr Richard Muir, Paediatric Gastroenterologist, The Wesley Hospital
🔬 Dr Paul Wagner, CEO, Forte Biosciences
🎙 Hosted by Dr James Daveson, Coeliac Disease and Immune Health Research Program, Wesley Research Institute

Topics covered:
• Prevalence of coeliac disease in first-degree relatives.
• Why early screening for at-risk children matters.
• Long-term health impacts of undiagnosed coeliac disease.
• Latest treatments and global research updates.

🎯 Don’t miss the interactive Q&A session with leading experts!

This webinar series is proudly supported by Rosalie Martin Event Series. Wesley Research Institute is the official research partner for UnitingCare.

14/08/2025

GP reminder: Don’t forget to register

Our Neurological Disorders event is coming up on Tuesday, 19 August 2025. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Wesley Neurosurgeon Dr Norman Ma, who will provide an update on Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), specifically designed for general practitioners.

Trained in both New Zealand and Australia, Dr Ma has special clinical interests in adult and paediatric neurosurgery and spinal surgery, cranial surgery, neuro-oncology, functional neurosurgery and pain surgery.

🕔 Evening event | 🍽 Complimentary 2-course dinner | 🎓 1.5 CPD hours awarded

Seats are filling quickly – save yours today.

👉 Check out our other speakers and register now: https://bit.ly/4kSwjxd