St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne

02/04/2026

Celebrating Easter across St Vincent’s Private Melbourne.

Our teams came together to mark the occasion, sharing Easter reflections and enjoying hot cross buns across the hospitals. We even had a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny himself!

These small moments of connection and care are a reminder of the compassion that sits at the heart of everything we do.

Thank you to our amazing staff for the energy, care, and positivity you bring every day. Wishing everyone a peaceful and meaningful Easter.

24/03/2026

Congratulations to our February Values in Practice (VIP) winner, Carolyn Price from Education 🏆

As a Graduate Coordinator, Carolyn brings genuine passion to everything she does - supporting each graduate nurse as an individual, recognising their unique strengths, needs and career aspirations.

Her encouragement doesn’t stop there. Carolyn is also a valued colleague, known for her supportive and uplifting approach across the team. Here she is, accompanied by Education Manager, Ilona Ryan, and Donna Kelly, Director of Patient Experience and Clinical Support.

We’re proud to celebrate Carolyn as our 120th VIP winner, marking 11 years of recognising the incredible people who bring our values to life every day.

Thank you, Carolyn, for the difference you make ✨

11/03/2026

10/03/2026

With the highly anticipated 2026 AFL season officially kicking off over the weekend, sporting injuries remain front of mind 🏈

We sat down with A/Prof. Lukas Ernstbrunner, Orthopaedic Surgeon at St Vincent’s Private Hospital East Melbourne to discuss some of the most common shoulder injuries he sees in professional football players and the treatment options available.

If shoulder concerns – be it sports related or otherwise - are keeping you on the bench, be sure to reach out for a professional opinion today
💻 www.svph.org.au/specialists/a-prof-lukas-ernstbrunner-orthopaedic-surgeon

07/03/2026

Today, on International Women’s Day, we recognise and celebrate the amazing women who make St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne what it is today 💜

From the Sisters of Charity, who laid the very foundations of our organisation over 165 years ago, to the thousands of women we now see leading, researching, providing care, nurturing the next generation of healthcare workers and undertaking essential administrative roles.

Today we say thank-you for the invaluable and diverse work you do to deliver Better and Fairer Care. Always.

Happy International Women’s Day 🙌

03/03/2026

Today, on World Hearing Day, it’s estimated that one in six Australians currently suffer from hearing loss, a figure which is expected to rise to one in four by 2050*

Impacting all aspects of life – from work to home, relationships and self-esteem – the impacts of hearing impairment can be incredibly isolating and difficult to navigate.

For cochlear implant recipients, this advanced technology represents a way to re-connect with their loved ones, the wider community and all of the activities they enjoy.

Here at St Vincent’s Private Hospital East Melbourne, we’re proud to play a small role in what recipients – such as David - often call a truly “life changing” surgery 💙

To find out more about the ENT surgeries offered at St Vincent’s Private visit www.svph.org.au/services/ear-nose-throat?hcode=svphestmlb

*Department of Health and Aged Care, www.health.gov.au/topics/ear-health/about

27/02/2026

A milestone moment for innovation at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Fitzroy 📣

This week, we were proud to host the da Vinci 5 (DV5) Showcase, welcoming our doctors and potential partners to experience the most advanced robotic surgical platform ever developed by Intuitive.

Redesigned from the inside out, the da Vinci 5 supports enhanced precision, improved workflow efficiency and advanced data insights. The platform enables gentler surgery for patients, real-time collaboration, and personalised learning tools to support continuous surgical excellence.

Fitzroy is currently home to one da Vinci robot - and this is just the beginning. Watch this space for more exciting developments in robotic surgery!

24/02/2026

From first impressions to comfort, every detail is considered.

16/02/2026

A huge St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne welcome to our first group of 2026 Graduate Nurse and Midwifes! 👋

We were thrilled to have our new graduates join our team last week! They are about to embark on an incredible journey, gaining hands-on experience across diverse clinical specialty areas at all four sites whilst learning from some of the best in healthcare.

Their energy, fresh perspectives and dedication are exactly what makes St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne special. We can't wait to support them every step of the way as they begin this exciting chapter.

Welcome to the family! 🥰

12/02/2026

A remarkable milestone for Fitzroy 🧠✨

St Vincent’s Private Hospital Fitzroy is proud to be the first hospital in Australia to reach 100 Loop-X cases - and the fastest to do so in just 111 days!

The Loop-X system delivers advanced 2D and 3D intraoperative imaging, supporting exceptional precision in spinal, cranial and functional neurosurgery. With the ability to scan patients before, during and after surgery, this innovative technology helps ensure accuracy and optimal outcomes at every stage.

Congratulations to Dr Yi Yuen Wang, who completed the 100th case, and our outstanding theatre team for leading the way in innovation and excellence in neurosurgery. We are proud to be at the forefront of advanced surgical care.

04/02/2026

Today is World Cancer Day 💛

The Cancer Council advises that almost one in two Australians will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85, the most common types being prostate, breast, melanoma, colorectal (bowel) and lung cancer*

With the disease so common in our community, we sat down with some of our Day Oncology Team including Nurse Practitioner Marisa, Nurse Unit Manager Anita and oncology nurses Lucy, Meabh and Karla to talk about how best to support those undertaking treatment for cancer, be it yourself or someone you love.

*https://www.cancer.org.au/cancer-information/what-is-cancer/facts-and-figures

03/02/2026

🪼 Always a site to behold, our Kids Team go above and beyond, donating their own time, effort, skills and props, to decorate the ward in a different theme every few months.

Designed to distract and delight our smallest patients and their families at what is often a daunting time, their latest theme “Under the Sea” is no exception, reeling in many a compliment, shriek of joy and big beaming smiles 🌊

A big thank-you to 7NEWS Melbourne for stopping by to share and celebrate the incredible work of our nursing teams.