Blackburn Public Surgical Centre

19/10/2022

Only two months after the announcement, Blackburn Public Surgical Centre is now fully operational having opened its doors to the first few patients on the 10th of October.

Sarah, the Nurse Unit Manager, is excited to get back into surgical.

"It doesn't matter whether they're public or private patients, they're still patients, so they still need to be cared for. And I think COVID has had a massive impact on surgical patients lists being put on hold, so I think that's thrilling really, that we can help these patients finally get their surgery."

Thanks to all our amazing and agile Eastern Health staff who have made this possible and a warm welcome to our new Blackburn teams.

09/10/2022

08/09/2022

A conversation over a cupcake and a coffee or tea yesterday for RUOK? Day.

Try using these four steps beyond RUOK? Day
* Ask R U OK?
* Listen
* Encourage action
* Check in
Your conversation might even save a life.

ww.ruok.org.au/

07/05/2022

Thanks for doing the impossible, and for making so much possible. This Mother’s Day we celebrate the extraordinary strength, resilience and love of mothers and mothering-figures of all kinds everywhere. We also take a take a quiet moment to keep close those who are missing a mum or motherhood itself today.

Have a special Mother’s Day.

24/04/2022

ANZAC DAY 2022
At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.

Together today we solemnly commemorate those who have served and died in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. We pause to think of those who have served who work or have worked with us, and all who cared for the sick and injured at home and abroad, especially those who gave their lives in that service.

Heliopolis, Egypt. c1915. The interior of the auxiliary hospital with patients from Gallipoli.

17/04/2022

We wish a very happy Easter to all celebrating this special feast. To those working through the public holiday period in our hospital and elsewhere serving the community - our deep appreciation, especially for the time it takes away from your own families and loved ones. For all those who are having a break, stay safe and enjoy.

08/03/2022

Happy International Women’s Day

27/02/2022

We are so pleased to announce that along with the Victorian Government advice allowing elective surgery to increase to 100%, that we are easing hospital visitor restrictions, effective Monday the 28th of February 2022.

At Bellbird Private Hospital:
* One designated visitor is permitted to visit per patient day
* All visitors must be double vaccinated, as a minimum
* Visiting hours are between 2.30pm- 6.00pm daily
* Requirements for masks and screening remain in place.
We suggest that visitors continue to telephone patients via the hospital switchboard or the patient’s direct line outside of the visiting hours.

Thank you,
Bellbird Private Hospital.

01/02/2022

We wish new year happiness and prosperity to all who are celebrating the Lunar New Year today and our best for celebrations through to the Lantern Festival. 

Each year has an animal sign in the Chinese Zodiac, which is based on the moon and a 12-year cycle. There is also a cycle of five elements – wood, fire, earth, metal and water. 2022 brings the year of the Water Tiger and with that, we will leave you with a Chinese Proverb to welcome the Lunar New Year.

“Do not be afraid of moving slowly. Be afraid of standing still.”

01/01/2022

Happy New Year! Thank you to our teams, doctors, families and support networks for ensuring the best care possible for our patients. Wishing you a happy and healthy 2022.