Thank you RRT!
Today, all staff were invited to a free BBQ lunch at the Graham Street Campus thanks to the generosity of Rapid Relief Team AU.News of the tasty burgers spread quickly, leading to a massive turnout for the event.A big thanks to RRT for their support and specifically the 12 volunteers who made sure we didn’t
New Community Advisory Committee members welcomed
At GV Health, we are always working to make our services better, and that starts with listening to our community. One of the ways we do that is through our Community Advisory Committee – a dedicated group of volunteer community members who provide advice and feedback to our operational team and our Board of Directors. Last week
Extension of transition period for Euroa Health acute services transfer to GV Health
The timeline for the transfer of Euroa Health acute services to GV Health will be extended to 12 August 2024, allowing additional time to comply with the complex regulatory requirements associated with transitioning from a private to a public health service. Both GV Health and Euroa Health remain committed to the transition and securing acute
GV Health Partners with Transforming Trauma Victoria on First Pilot
GV Health’s Women’s Recovery Network hospital in the home team is partnering with Transforming Trauma Victoria (TTV) in a capacity-building pilot. This collaboration marks a milestone in the journey towards improving mental health services for trauma-impacted Victorians. Women’s Recovery Network (Wren), aims to provide specialized and inclusive care for women who have experienced trauma,
GV Health Charity Champions Receive Companion Award
On Monday, May 27, the Goulburn Valley Health board presented six worthy recipients with the Companion of GV Health Award. The award was established in 2014 to recognise extraordinary voluntary service to GV Health and the community. All six recipients were recognised for their voluntary service as trustees of the GV Health Foundation, the official
GV Health announces name for acute care campus in Euroa
In recent weeks GV Health has been working with Euroa Health to consult with the local community on the selection of a new name for the Euroa acute care campus, to take effect when the site transitions to GV Health on 1 July 2024. We are pleased to advise that the campus will be named
GV Health pioneers steam therapy for prostate health in regional Victoria
A first for regional Victoria, Goulburn Valley Health is introducing new, groundbreaking technology to diagnose and treat benign prostate enlargements. The treatment — known as Water Vapour Therapy (Rezum) — is a steam treatment which involves steam injected directly into the tissue that’s causing problems, destroying the extra tissue. Rezum is a minimally invasive surgery,
Euroa Health and GV Health Commuity Update
From 1 July, Euroa Health’s acute care services, including hospital-based, urgent care and medical imaging, will transition to GV Health. An update on the current status of the transition implementation activities and what’s happening next is available at Community-update_Euroa-Health-Acute-Services-Transition-to-GV-Health_April-2024.pdf (gvhealth.org.au) For more information, please visit Exploring a Healthy Euroa.
Visit from The Hon. Ingrid Stitt, Minister for Mental Health, Minister for Ageing, and Minister for Multicultural Affairs.
Today, we had a visit from The Hon. Ingrid Stitt, Minister for Mental Health, Minister for Ageing, and Minister for Multicultural Affairs. Ms Stitt interacted with staff in Grutzner House, complimented their work and ability to deliver a high quality of care. Ms Stitt also congratulated staff on the lovely atmosphere of Grutzner House. Accompanying
Tatura Bowls Club raises $3500 for GV Health
The Tatura Bowls Club recently hosted its annual Tatura Hospital Day competition, raising $3500 in support of Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Aged Care Facility. The event drew a crowd of enthusiastic participants, all eager to showcase their skills on the green while contributing to a worthy cause. Co-organiser of the event and Tatura Bowls Club
$10 Million Funding for Accomodation at GV Health
GV Health and the Victorian Government today announced $10 million in new grant funding to support the delivery of 18 new apartments for staff accommodation. The accommodation will be at GV Health’s main campus in Shepparton, funded by the Victorian Government’s Regional Health Infrastructure Fund. We welcomed Minister for Health, Mary-Anne Thomas MP on-site at
Damon Velakoulis of GV Health Nominated for Herald Sun’s Best Regional Dentist Award!
Congratulations to GV Health Dentist, Damon Velakoulis, who has been nominated for Herald Sun’s Best Regional Dentist Competition! Damon began his student placement at GV Health, after obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Doctor of Dental Surgery at Melbourne University. Now, Damon is employed as a full-time dentist at GV Health. “Working at
GV Health Celebrates Harmony Week
GV Health Celebrates Harmony Week! We offer diverse services to accommodate various cultures, religions and languages, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all patients and visitors. Click here for examples of some of the services that GV Health offers, including language services, safe spaces and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and families. Pictured
Welcome 2024 GAP Year Trainees
Starting an exciting journey, we are happy to welcome a new cohort of GAP Year Trainees for 2024. The 10 enthusiastic students are here to bring their energy and enthusiasm to different areas of our Nursing and Allied Health departments. GV Health Chief People Officer Karen Linford said she looked forward to seeing the trainees
International Women’s Day at GV Health
Friday 8 March was International Women’s Day (IWD). At GV Health we celebrated by sharing purple cupcakes, decorating our IWD selfie wall and reflecting on how we are supportive of women’s different needs. The campaign theme for International Women’s Day 2024 is ‘Inspire Inclusion.’ When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we
Leaping For Joy
In an unexpected turn of events, Goulburn Valley Health celebrated the arrival of five precious babies on February 29, a day that graces our calendars only once every four years. Given that GV Health typically welcomes an average of three newborns per day, this leap year brought abundant joy. “It was a very busy day
GV Health launches new GV Doctors initiative
On Thursday 14 March, GV Health launched ‘GV Doctors’ – a new community for all doctors across the Goulburn Valley, supported by GV Health. By uniting medical professionals across the Goulburn Valley, the new initiative aims to enhance medical leadership development, supervision and support for medical staff in the region. ‘GV Doctors’ is spearheaded by