https://www.nexushospitals.com.au/locations/vermont-private-hospital/

Vermont Private Hospital, Level 2 645-647 Burwood Highway Vermont South, Melbourne (2025)

20/11/2025

☀️ National Skin Cancer Action Week is a timely reminder for all Australians to protect their skin and prioritise regular skin checks.

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world — yet most cases can be prevented by following the five forms of sun protection:
🧴 Slip on sun-protective clothing
🕶️ Slop on SPF30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen
👒 Slap on a wide-brimmed hat
🌳 Seek shade
🌤️ Slide on sunglasses

The health and well-being of our people and patients is always our highest priority. Across our national hospital network, we continue to provide specialised skin surgery services — including dermatology and Mohs surgery, reconstructive plastic surgery and oculoplastic surgery — to deliver the best clinical and cosmetic outcomes for our patients.

Meet our national network of specialists who offer skin surgery services here 👇
https://www.nexushospitals.com.au/specialists/

As summer approaches, it’s a great time to check in on your sun safety habits, book a skin check and encourage others to do the same.

14/11/2025

🌟 Celebrating Perioperative Nurses Week 🌟

This week, we’re celebrating Perioperative Nurses Week and shining a spotlight on our amazing Perioperative Nursing team 💚

From preparing patients for surgery to providing expert care throughout every procedure, our perioperative nurses are the heartbeat of our theatres. Their skill, teamwork, and compassion make a real difference in the lives of our patients every single day.

A huge thank you to our incredible team for everything you do. Your dedication and care never go unnoticed! 👏

11/11/2025

Our hospital joins the nation today in remembering the immense sacrifices made by past generations of servicemen and women.

We also acknowledge the servicemen and women who continue to protect and support our nation to this day.

Lest we forget 🌺

06/11/2025

Each November, people around the world 🌎 unite to raise awareness and funds for men’s health through Movember - focusing on mental health and su***de prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer.

Our hospital is proud to support this important cause. Movember isn’t just about growing a moustache it’s about starting conversations that can save lives and reminding one another that it’s okay to talk about health, both physical and mental.

Across our national hospital network, team members are getting involved by growing a mo, hosting events, and spreading awareness. Whether it’s a freshly sprouted moustache, a walk with colleagues, or a chat over coffee ☕ about mental wellbeing, every action makes a difference.

Here’s how you can join in:
〰️ Grow: Sport your mo proudly this Movember.
〰️ Move: Run, walk, cycle, or swim 60km for the 60 men lost to su***de every hour across the globe.
〰️ Host: Bring people together from morning teas to team challenges to spark meaningful conversations.
〰️ Donate: Support a colleague or contribute directly at movember.com.

Together, we can help change the face of men’s health one conversation, one moustache, and one movement at a time 💚

27/10/2025

We’re delighted to welcome Dr Phaethon Karagiannis, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, to Bondi Junction Private Hospital.✨

Dr Karagiannis is an Australian-trained, FRACS-qualified specialist plastic & reconstructive surgeon with a dedicated focus on aesthetic face and neck surgery.

Special interests/areas of practice:
🌱Deep Plane Facelift Surgery
🌱Liplifts
🌱Brow Lifts
🌱Hairline Lowering Procedures
🌱MACS Lift
🌱Nanofat and Micro Fat Grafting
🌱Deep Neck Reduction
🌱Ocular Rejuvenation
🌱Rhinoplasty

We’re proud to have Dr Karagiannis join our surgical team and look forward to the artistry, precision, and global perspective he brings to Bondi Junction Private Hospital.

Please join us in welcoming Dr Karagiannis to the Bondi Junction hospital team!💚

22/10/2025

Nexus is delighted to welcome Dr Jessica Xiong to the team at Bondi Junction Private Hospital!

Dr Xiong brings advanced dual fellowship training in both medical and surgical retinal diseases, with expertise in:
🔹 Age-related macular degeneration
🔹 Diabetic retinopathy
🔹 Complex vitreoretinal disorders
🔹 Secondary intraocular lens implantation

A passionate educator and researcher, Dr Xiong serves as a visiting medical officer at Concord Hospital and as a clinical associate lecturer at the University of Sydney, actively contributing to the future of ophthalmology through teaching, research, publications, and conference presentations.

✨ Fluent in Mandarin and conversational in Cantonese, Dr Xiong warmly welcomes patients from diverse backgrounds. ✨

Please join us in welcoming Dr Xiong to the Bondi Junction Private Hospital team!💚

22/10/2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗

This October, we pause to honour the strength, courage, and resilience of everyone impacted by breast cancer.

We recognise the ongoing efforts of healthcare professionals, researchers, and support networks who are making a difference every day in the fight against this disease.

This month is a time to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and stand together in support of those newly diagnosed, those undergoing treatment, and the families and loved ones who walk alongside them.

At Nexus we remain committed to building a culture of care and compassion, standing in solidarity with all those affected by breast cancer 🎗️

21/10/2025

New Vascular Service at Albany Day Hospital – Welcome Dr Mahmoud Al-Najjar!

Nexus's Albany Day Hospital in WA is delighted to welcome Dr Mahmoud Al-Najjar, a highly experienced Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon with more than 18 years of surgical expertise in Australia and abroad. Originally from Ottawa, Canada, Dr Al-Najjar has trained alongside some of Australia’s most respected vascular pioneers — Professor Paul Norman (Perth), the late Professor Philip Walker (Brisbane), and the late Associate Professor Michael Denton (Melbourne).

In Albany, Dr Al-Najjar now offers patients access to advanced, minimally invasive treatment for varicose veins, including radiofrequency ablation, VenaSeal (glue abolition), and ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy (UGFS) — meaning local patients no longer need to travel to Perth for modern vein care.

Beyond Albany, Dr Al-Najjar also provides specialist care for complex vascular conditions across WA, including aneurysm surgery, angioplasty and stenting, aortic and endovascular procedures, renal access for dialysis, and carotid artery surgery/stenting. He continues to offer services in Geraldton, Bunbury, Perth, and Mandurah, ensuring regional communities have access to high-quality vascular care closer to home.

✨ This new service marks an important step forward in bringing specialist vascular care to the Great Southern community.

Please join us in welcoming Dr Al-Najjar to the Albany Day Hospital team! 💚

21/10/2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗

This October, we pause to honour the strength, courage, and resilience of everyone impacted by breast cancer.

We recognise the ongoing efforts of healthcare professionals, researchers, and support networks who are making a difference every day in the fight against this disease.

This month is a time to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and stand together in support of those newly diagnosed, those undergoing treatment, and the families and loved ones who walk alongside them.

Our hospital remains committed to building a culture of care and compassion, standing in solidarity with all those affected by breast cancer 🎗️

20/10/2025

We’re delighted to welcome Dr Assad Bangash, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, to Westside Private Hospital. ✨

With over 30 years of experience, Dr Bangash offers expertise in a wide range of procedures, including breast reduction, abdominoplasty, facelifts, eyelid and brow surgery, liposuction, and complex hand surgery.

Known for his compassionate care and meticulous technique, Dr Bangash is dedicated to restoring both function and confidence, helping patients achieve outstanding results and improved quality of life. 💚

Special interests/areas of practice:
🔹 Aesthetic Surgery
🔹 Breast Reduction
🔹 Abdominoplasty
🔹 Liposuction
🔹 Facelift
🔹 Blepharoplasty
🔹 Brow Lift
🔹 Skin Malignancies
🔹 Hand Surgery

Please join us in welcoming Dr Assad Bangash to the Westside Private Hospital team! 💚

16/10/2025

🎉 Welcome, Dr Blake Fidock!

Please join us in warmly welcoming Dr Blake Fidock, an experienced orthopaedic surgeon, to the team at Westside Private Hospital! 👨‍⚕️

Dr Fidock is the newest orthopaedic surgeon to join Westside Private’s No-Gap Joint Replacement Program for eligible Medibank members (terms & conditions apply).

He is committed to providing streamlined, high-quality care for patients with joint, musculoskeletal, and trauma-related conditions.

His expertise includes:

🟢 Hip and Knee Replacement
🟢 ACL Reconstruction and Meniscus Injuries
🟢 Sports Injuries
🟢 Orthopaedic Trauma and Soft Tissue Injuries

With a strong background in orthopaedic trauma, Dr Fidock provides general practitioners with a trusted referral pathway for patients requiring timely surgical intervention and comprehensive management.

We’re proud to have Dr Fidock join our team and look forward to the exceptional care he will provide to patients and referrers across Queensland! ✨

View Dr Fidock's full bio here: 👇 https://www.westsideprivate.com.au/our_specialists/dr-blake-fidock/

📍 Appointments & Enquiries
Ortho ARC
19 Longland St, Newstead, QLD
📞 (07) 3193 7714
📧 admin@orthoarc.com.au

14/10/2025

We’re delighted to welcome Penelope Marshall to the Nexus Hospitals Executive Team as our new Chief Nurse Officer and Director of Clinical Governance.

Penelope brings more than 22 years of experience in nursing and midwifery leadership, including over eight years in senior executive roles at Ramsay Health Care and across three private hospitals. She most recently held the position of National Director, Nursing Governance at Healthscope Operations.

Her career spans both acute and aged care sectors, with a proven track record in clinical governance, patient safety, quality improvement, and operational leadership. Penelope also served as Executive General Manager, Clinical Governance, Risk and Innovation for Victoria’s largest aged care provider.

She holds two master’s degrees in Health Care Leadership and Management and Health and Medical Law and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. In addition to her executive experience, Penelope is the Victorian Practitioner Member on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA), playing a vital role in shaping the future of nursing nationally.

Penelope is passionate about leading high-performing teams, mentoring future clinical leaders, and ensuring safe, person-centred care across the healthcare system.

Please join us in warmly welcoming Penelope to Nexus Hospitals we’re excited for the expertise and leadership she brings to this important role. 👏

View Penelope's full bio here:
https://www.nexushospitals.com.au/staff/penelope-marshall/

09/10/2025

Today, the world’s attention turns to World Sight Day 👁️ – a global initiative dedicated to eye care awareness and equitable access.

This year’s theme, 💚 encourages everyone to prioritise their eye health — at home, at work, and in everyday life.

Protecting your vision can be as simple as:

〰️ Taking regular screen breaks by following the 20-20-20 rule – every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds
〰️ Wearing sunglasses and a hat for UV protection
〰️ Eating a balanced diet rich in antioxidants, omega-3s, vitamins, and minerals to help slow macular degeneration and diabetes-related vision loss
〰️ Quitting smoking
〰️ Wearing safety glasses in hazardous environments
〰️ Scheduling routine eye checks every two years, or more often if you’re at risk

Our hospital is proud to support better eye health by providing high-quality ophthalmic care to our local community.

Take time to love your eyes this World Sight Day 💙. Book an eye test 👓 if your vision has changed, and encourage others to do the same.

09/10/2025

Today, the world’s attention turns to World Sight Day 👁️ – a global initiative dedicated to eye care awareness and equitable access.

This year’s theme, 💚 encourages everyone to prioritise their eye health — at home, at work, and in everyday life.

Protecting your vision can be as simple as:

〰️ Take screen breaks by following the 20-20-20 rule – every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds to relax your eye muscles
〰️ Wearing sunglasses and a hat for UV protection
〰️ Eating a balanced diet rich in antioxidants, omega-3s, vitamins, and minerals to help slow macular degeneration and diabetes-related vision loss
〰️ Quitting smoking
〰️ Wearing safety glasses in hazardous environments
〰️ Scheduling routine eye checks every two years, or more often if you’re at risk

At Nexus Hospitals, we’re proud to support better eye health, with 19 hospitals nationwide providing high-quality ophthalmic care to local communities. Meet our national network of ophthalmologists here:
https://www.nexushospitals.com.au/specialists/

Take time to love your eyes this World Sight Day 💙. Book an eye test 👓 if your vision has changed, and encourage others to do the same.

26/09/2025

🎉 Welcome, Dr Jason Hockings!

Nexus is delighted to welcome Dr Jason Hockings to the team at Insight Private Hospital in New South Wales! 👨‍⚕️

Dr Hockings completed his medical degree at the University of Queensland, followed by orthopaedic training in Victoria and advanced fellowships in Melbourne, Edinburgh, and the NSW Central Coast.

He provides comprehensive orthopaedic surgery, with expertise in:
🟢 Direct anterior approach hip replacement
🟢 Hip arthroscopy
🟢 Kinematically aligned knee replacement via the subvastus (muscle-sparing) approach
🟢 ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair
🟢 Revision hip and knee replacement
🟢 Shoulder surgery and endoscopic carpal tunnel release
🟢 Upper and lower limb trauma surgery

We are excited to have Dr Hockings on board and look forward to the exceptional care he will bring to patients and the broader Albury Wodonga region. ✨

25/09/2025

This week we acknowledge the retirement of Dr Joe Tarpy, with his final day at North Lakes Day Hospital taking place last week.

Dr Tarpy has been an important part of the hospital for more than a decade, working alongside Dr Terrence Alexander and Dr Mohammad Mansour since the introduction of oral and maxillofacial surgery at North Lakes Day Hospital.

Highly regarded for his professionalism, patient focus, and commitment to teaching, Dr Tarpy has made a lasting contribution to the hospital and to the many clinicians he has supported throughout his career.

As he enters retirement, Dr Tarpy looks forward to travelling overseas and, on his return, continuing to contribute through volunteer work in his local community.

We thank Dr Tarpy for his service and wish him every success in this next chapter 💚

24/09/2025

Welcome A/Prof Simon Skalicky to Windsor Private Hospital! 👁️

A/Prof Skalicky is a highly respected ophthalmologist 👨‍⚕️ with subspecialty expertise in glaucoma and cataract surgery. He completed his fellowship at Cambridge in the UK 🇬🇧 and brings extensive clinical, surgical, and academic experience 📚.

Currently an associate professor at the University of Melbourne 🎓 and a consultant at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital 🏥, he is also a leading figure in Glaucoma Australia, the World Glaucoma Association, and the Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Society. His contributions to the field have garnered widespread recognition, with over 50 peer-reviewed publications 📝.

A/Prof Skalicky’s surgical expertise spans laser, minimally invasive, and advanced procedures for managing glaucoma at all stages, along with precision cataract surgery. ⁣

He is also pioneering digital innovation in ophthalmology 💻 as the founder of Eyeonic—a Microsoft-supported platform providing online perimetry testing for patients 📱.

We’re excited to have A/Prof Skalicky on board at Windsor Private Hospital, where his commitment to personalised care and innovation will benefit patients and referrers alike 🌟.

22/09/2025

🎗️ September is International Pain Awareness Month

Chronic pain affects more than 1 in 5 adults worldwide – yet it’s often invisible, hard to describe, and sometimes goes unrecognised or undertreated. Living with pain can be exhausting, but you don’t have to face it alone.

Our hospital has a dedicated team of pain specialists who deliver evidence-based treatments and coordinated care pathways, working with GPs, physiotherapists and allied health to tailor care for each patient. The focus is on creating the right care pathway for every individual – so they can find relief and improvements in daily life.

If you’re living with ongoing pain, we encourage you to speak to your doctor. You deserve support, understanding, and care.

Reach out and start the conversation today 💜

22/09/2025

September Is International Pain Awareness Month

Chronic pain affects more than 1 in 5 adults worldwide and is often under-recognised and undertreated. Barriers such as cost, geography and low awareness can make best practice care hard to access, sometimes leading to over-reliance on medication.

At Nexus Hospitals, we’re fortunate to partner with pain specialists across six of our hospitals nationwide. Together we deliver evidence-based treatments and coordinated care pathways, working with GPs, physiotherapists and allied health to tailor care for each patient.

Thank you to our pain specialists and to the teams in pre-admissions, theatres, recovery and bookings whose expertise and compassion make this care possible every day.

17/09/2025

🧡 World Patient Safety Day – Teamwork in Action

Today is World Patient Safety Day, and at our hospital we’re highlighting the importance of surgical safety through the power of teamwork.

A key part of this is Team Time Out – a brief pause before surgery where the team confirms the patient’s identity, the procedure, and the surgical site. This critical step which forms part of the World Health Organisation’s Surgical Safety Checklist enhances communication, prevents errors, and keeps patient safety front of mind.

This July marked the fifth year of Time Out audits across our hospital network, and it was our biggest and best yet! Every one of our 22 hospitals participated, with 462 doctors audited by Nexus Hospitals nursing champions – the highest level of engagement to date – further strengthening the compliance and collaboration across our theatres.

A huge thank you to our doctors and employees who made this year such a success, and our Chief Medical Officer Anthony Chambers for leading this important initiative. Patient safety starts with our teams around the table and together we’re making every check count.

11/09/2025

💛 Today is R U OK? Day 💛

Caring for people is at the heart of everything we do not just for our patients, but for each other.

R U OK? Day is an important reminder to check in with the people around us. A simple, genuine “Are you okay?” can open the door to a conversation that makes all the difference.

In healthcare, we’re often busy giving our best to others, and it’s easy to miss the small signs that a colleague or friend might be struggling. You don’t need to have all the answers - just being present, listening without judgment, and encouraging support can truly help.

We encourage everyone today, and every day, to:
✔️ Check in with someone you care about
✔️ Listen with empathy
✔️ Encourage seeking help when needed
✔️ Take time to look after your own wellbeing too

Our hospital is committed to building a culture of kindness, compassion, and connection. Thank you to our incredible team for all that you do not just today, but every day.

Let's keep the conversations going. 💛

03/09/2025

💗 Women’s Health Week: Say yes to your health, it’s worth it.

This week we're proud to support Women’s Health Week and encourage our clinicians, staff, and patients to put their well-being first. It’s more than awareness—it’s your reminder to prioritise your health.

This week’s focus:

✅ Every check matters: Stay up-to-date with routine checks and screenings.
🧭 Take the lead: Come prepared—use the right info and tools to get more from your appointments.
❤️ Heart smart: Heart disease affects women in ways often overlooked—let’s talk about it.
🦋 Pain to power: Pain isn’t “just part of being a woman.” You don’t have to push through it alone.
🧠 Be kind to your mind: Caring for mental health is just as important as caring for your body.

Our commitment:

🩺 Encouraging regular health checks and early screening
🧠 Providing confidential mental health support through TELUS Health
🌱 Supporting wellness programs across our national hospital network
🗣️ Fostering a workplace where women feel safe to speak up, seek support and be recognised

To all the women in our hospital and local community: your health matters. We celebrate you, we stand beside you, and we’re here for you. 💗

08/08/2025

Today we celebrate World Ophthalmologist Day. 👁️✨

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible ophthalmologists 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️ who operate across our Nexus Hospitals network. Your dedication to preserving and restoring sight through expert diagnosis and surgical care changes lives every day.

We also extend our thanks to the wonderful surgical nurses, anaesthetists, and theatre teams 👏 who support this vital work behind the scenes. Your precision, care, and teamwork make exceptional outcomes possible.

Together, you are the reason so many patients enjoy a clearer, brighter future 💚

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