Peninsula Health

Peninsula Health Providing world-class healthcare. Peninsula Health employs over 6000 people and is supported by more than 750 volunteers and auxiliary members.

Peninsula Health provides:

• Acute care at Frankston Hospital and Rosebud Hospital
• Sub acute care at Frankston, Mornington and Rosebud
• Residential care at Frankston, Mornington and Rosebud
• Mental Health services at Frankston, Hastings and Rosebud
• Community Health services at Frankston, Hastings, Mornington and Rosebud. These services include acute medical, paediatric, surgical and maternity care, critical care, mental health services, aged care, rehabilitation and geriatric evaluation and assessment, palliative care, residential care, community health, health education and promotion, outpatient services, aged care and assessment, investigative and medical support services, allied health, and clinical training.

30/12/2025

🎥 Watch as A/Prof Kerryn Rubin highlights Peninsula University Hospital’s new Mental Health Unit – featuring private, individual rooms designed to better reflect life outside the hospital environment.

The impact of the physical space on people experiencing mental health challenges is significant. This purpose-designed environment will enhance the high-quality care already being delivered.

A mosquito bite is usually just an itchy nuisance but sometimes, it can be much more.For 91-year-old Peninsula Health pa...
29/12/2025

A mosquito bite is usually just an itchy nuisance but sometimes, it can be much more.

For 91-year-old Peninsula Health patient Karl, what appeared to be a harmless bite turned into something far more serious.

Karl is now undergoing treatment for his fourth Buruli ulcer – a rare and aggressive flesh-eating bacterial infection that can cause significant tissue damage if left untreated and is thought to be spread by mosquitoes.

Dr Peter Kelley, an Infectious Diseases Specialist at Peninsula Health, says it is important to treat any cuts or scratches you get whilst gardening.

“Cleaning any new abrasions with soap and water, treating them with antiseptic and covering them is important.”

While Karl is on the mend now, he is using his experience to urge others to wear long, loose clothing and apply mosquito repellent before heading out doors.

If you have a cut or scratch you are unsure about, or one that is worsening, please visit your GP or Urgent Care Centre for a consultation.

📣 Calling all holiday makers and residents on the Mornington Peninsula.This is traditionally a very busy time for the Ro...
26/12/2025

📣 Calling all holiday makers and residents on the Mornington Peninsula.

This is traditionally a very busy time for the Rosebud Hospital Emergency Department.

There will always be unavoidable medical emergencies - but you can help us out by:
🚗 driving safely
🛥️ being mindful of water and boat safety
😎 being sun-smart
🚰keeping hydrated
🍾 using alcohol and other drugs responsibly
👵 checking in on older family members/neighbours during heatwaves
🧑‍🧒 closely supervising children

Let's have a safe and happy holiday season.

Cake decorator Tigga Mac – Tegan McCormack - will spend Christmas with family and friends after a huge year of chemother...
24/12/2025

Cake decorator Tigga Mac – Tegan McCormack - will spend Christmas with family and friends after a huge year of chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer at Peninsula Health.

“I didn’t realise how much it was going to take a toll on me—or that with the drug I was on, I was pretty much guaranteed to lose my hair,” explains Tegan.

You can support local cancer services this Christmas and help provide comfort and joy for people undergoing cancer treatment through our Christmas Appeal.

Find out more:
https://donations.peninsulahealth.org.au/donate/49-give-the-gift-of-cancer-care-this-christmas

23/12/2025

🎥 Hear from Medical Intern Dr Yash Patwardhan as he reflects on his 2025 journey with Peninsula Health and what he enjoyed most about working with us.

23/12/2025

Peninsula University Hospital’s beautiful new artwork, displayed across all 12 levels of the tower, is inspired by nature and helps create a welcoming and culturally safe space for local Aboriginal communities.

🎥 Watch as Nadine, Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer, shares the story behind the artwork on the maternity level, featuring meaningful elements such as possum skin and imagery that connects families back to Country.

22/12/2025

The Christmas spirit is shining bright across our health service ✨🎄

Decked out with sparkling tinsel, glowing lights and colourful bows, our spaces have been transformed into festive scenes – from reindeer stables and Whoville to delightful gingerbread villages.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed. Your efforts help create a joyful and welcoming atmosphere for patients, visitors and staff this Christmas.

20/12/2025

🎄 The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear 🎶

Our staff at The Mornington Centre continued the decade-long tradition this week of performing “roaming carols” for inpatients.

Check it out (and don’t forget to turn sound on!) 👇

19/12/2025

The local community has had its first sneak peek inside the new Peninsula University Hospital.

Now it’s your turn. Take a look and tell us what you think in the comments below. 👇

And stay tuned for the official opening on 20 January 2026.

Peninsula Health was recently acknowledged at a state-wide forum for our work in reducing the amount of time our patient...
17/12/2025

Peninsula Health was recently acknowledged at a state-wide forum for our work in reducing the amount of time our patients spend in hospital. The team has achieved an impressive 13% reduction in inpatient length of stay — surpassing our target of 10%. That equates to more than 16 hours or 2 whole nursing shifts.

It's fantastic to see such a great example of our staff working together to make a difference in the lives of the local community.

We celebrated more than 330 early-career team members at our Multidisciplinary Learner Awards Ceremony, proudly supporte...
17/12/2025

We celebrated more than 330 early-career team members at our Multidisciplinary Learner Awards Ceremony, proudly supported by Quest Frankston on the Bay.

With learners completing programs across nursing, midwifery, allied health, pharmacy, medical imaging and medicine, the event recognised their dedication and growth throughout 2025.

We presented 27 Awards of Excellence, honouring outstanding learners and supervisors who exemplify Peninsula Health’s values.

Congratulations to all our learners and award recipients – your achievements strengthen the future of healthcare in our community.

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2 Hastings Road
Frankston, VIC
3199

Website

http://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/

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