PA Research Foundation

20/02/2026

Thanks to those who choose us as their place to give, Professor Fiona Simpson and her research team at the University of Queensland Frazer Institute's Simpson lab are currently conducting research into several types of breast cancer.

More on how when you donate to the Foundation you empower researchers to find new treatments and approaches to beating cancer here: https://www.pafoundation.org.au/blog/donors-driving-breast-cancer-research

18/02/2026

Can cancer patients whose disease has metastasized to the brain get better outcomes if they undergo Gamma Knife Surgery prior to having their tumour removed?
New research made possible by people like you who choose the Foundation as your place to give will aim to answer that question.

More on the research by PA Hospital's Dr Kimberley Budgen here: https://www.pafoundation.org.au/blog/gamma-knife-study-aims-to-improve-outcomes

15/02/2026

Beloved by his patients, Dr Alexander Lehn (pictured seated second from left) is a clinician–researcher at the PA whose work is focused on improving the diagnosis, understanding and treatment of complex movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease and Functional Neurological Disorders. Get to know more about Dr Lehn is our latest Friends of the Foundation feature.

https://www.pafoundation.org.au/blog/advancing-care-for-people-living-with-movement-disorders

12/02/2026

Did you know that PA Hospital’s Audiology Department runs a hearing aid bank for patients who have hearing loss that meet the criteria for crisis intervention who don’t qualify for hearing services but could still benefit from a hearing aid. They are always in need of donations of over the ear hearing aids, assisted listening devices and hearing aid batteries 675, 312 and P13.

More on this great service, who it helps and how you can help here: https://www.pafoundation.org.au/blog/donations-needed-for-audiology-department

30/01/2026

Without deep brain stimulation surgery for Parkinson's Disease and the ongoing care of the PA Hospital Peter Hoar would not be able to enjoy life with his wife Kim on their small farm at Esk.

It's because people like you give that patients like Peter benefit from the latest and greatest care.

More here: https://www.pafoundation.org.au/blog/a-quality-life--thanks-to-the-pa

28/01/2026

Huge thanks to the champions from the North Brisbane Blood Bowl League who held a doubles tournament at The Dice Spot to raise money for cancer research at the PA!

In a super fun day of tabletop action and community more than $2,260 was raised!

Thanks again to all the players and organisers for choosing the Foundation as their place to give and raise funds.

25/01/2026

What matters most to head and neck cancer patients in terms of their care post treatment? a new research study made possible by you, our amazing supporters, aims to find out so that cancer patients have improved outcomes and quality of life.

More here: https://www.pafoundation.org.au/blog/cancer-care-that-matters

23/01/2026

Wishing all these superstars the very best!

We're excited to introduce PA Hospital's new medical interns for 2026! 🩺

These junior doctors will receive high-quality training over the 12-month program, gaining valuable hands-on experience through clinical rotations in a range of areas.

PA Hospital is proud to offer a supportive and rewarding environment to help nurture the next generation of doctors.

A huge welcome to all of our incredible interns for 2026! 🌟

We wish you all the best as you embark on this milestone moment in your medical career.

15/01/2026

Jay O'Callaghan is a published author who's now planning his second book. An accomplishment he would not have dreamed possible prior to deep brain stimulation surgery for Parkinson's Disease at the PA Hospital which freed him from a life of pain.

Jay's neurologist Dr Alex Lehn and neurosurgeon Associate Professor Sarah Olson have both received funding to help patients from incredible donors and supporters like you.

Read Jay's story here: https://www.pafoundation.org.au/blog/pa--s-care-makes-all-the-difference

You can support more patients to have better quality of life through the very best healthcare by making the PA your place to give via our website www.pafoundation.org.au

11/01/2026

Shout out to the legends from the North Brisbane Blood Bowl League who are hosting a two day Blood Bowl (Tabletop game) tournament to raise funds for cancer research at the PA.
The tournament was inspired by fellow gamer Lee Hobbins (pictured here with his family) who is a patient of the PA Hospital and has held his own tournaments to raise funds for the Foundation and cancer research.
You can find more info on the tournament and how to get involved here: https://www.facebook.com/events/24729323976762138/