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Providing leading healthcare for the people of Melbourne and Victoria. Alfred Health is a leading metropolitan health service in Melbourne, Australia.

For all the latest information about The Alfred, Sandringham Hospital and Caulfield Hospital, please visit www.alfredhealth.org.au We pride ourselves on giving our patients and our community the best possible health outcomes by integrating clinical practice with research and education. Alfred Health provides a comprehensive range of specialist services including Australia's busiest trauma centre. We also operate one the largest and most advanced intensive care units (ICU) in the southern hemisphere. Alfred Health offers almost ever form of medical treatment across our three locations at The Alfred, Caulfield Hospital and Sandringham Hospital. Recognised as a national leader in health care, Alfred Health has a commitment to biomedical research. We are also known for excellence in training for medical, nursing, allied health and other support staff. This is further enhanced through partnerships with Monash University, La Trobe University, and several internationally recognised medical research organisations such as the Burnet Institute.

01/01/2026

From today, Bayside Health officially comes to life, bringing five health services together so more than 1.2 million Victorians can access care that’s better connected and closer to home.

For our community, this means the same trusted hospitals and teams, better access to groundbreaking clinical trials and research, and stronger networks to support your health.

Whether you’re in Melbourne’s south, the Mornington Peninsula, Bass Coast or South Gippsland, our goal is simple: seamless, high-quality care for every person, every time.

Under the Bayside Health umbrella, each hospital and healthcare site will continue to operate under its existing name, and your current local team will remain the same.

We’re excited for what’s ahead, because when we work together, we can do even more for our community.

Find out more: www.baysidehealth.org.au

25/12/2025

Clinical Nurse Specialist Amal Fernando’s approach to safety has changed a lot in his seven years working in Intensive Care at The Alfred.

“I used to think these safety messages were kind of annoying and silly,” Amal said.

“But seeing what patients and their families go through, especially in preventable cases, I'm all for it.”

And this year, they’re more important than ever.

“Over the last 12 months we’ve seen a big jump in ICU admissions from motorbike accidents,” Amal said.

Last summer, The Alfred recorded a 45 percent increase in trauma presentations from motorbike accidents compared to the previous year, making up about a quarter of the hospital’s road trauma admissions.

Amal said he’s seen firsthand the way speeding can exacerbate injuries from road accidents.

“The faster you go, the more likely you are to sustain life-altering injuries, like damage to the spinal cord or a traumatic brain injury,” Amal said.

“That's on top of things like bone fractures elsewhere in the body.”

More here: https://bit.ly/3MHYkMJ

24/12/2025

As we continue to care for our community on Christmas Day, we do so knowing we’re making a difference to the health and lives of many.

Pictured here are some of our dedicated and skilled ICU team – just a small number of the many staff working today at The Alfred, and right across Alfred Health.

Whether you’re day includes a lunch or dinner with family and friends, or you’re just pausing to reflect on the year that was, we hope it’s a day that brings you joy and hope.

Wishing you all a safe and happy festive season from all of us. 🎄⛄️✨

19/12/2025

This festive season as we get into our cars, hop on our motorbikes, bicycles or e-scooters, nurses at The Alfred are urging all Victorians to keep safety front of mind.

Take regular driving breaks, stick to the speed limit, ensure everyone is wearing a seatbelt or safety gear and remember that getting there is never that urgent.

Trauma nurse Sue Smith has worked many holiday shifts over the last 33 years and said she’s seen firsthand the devastation road accidents can cause.

“The festive season is already an emotionally heightened time, which makes it all the more shocking when tragedy strikes on the road,” Sue said.

“In a split second, what is usually a happy time can be tainted for families and the people affected for years to come.”

More here: https://bit.ly/3MHYkMJ

15/12/2025

Our hearts are with everyone affected by last night’s senseless attack in Bondi.

We stand in solidarity with our Jewish colleagues and the broader Australian Jewish community as we all grapple with the devastating loss of life and injury.

Just as everyone is welcome at Alfred Health, everyone has a right to be and feel safe in the community.

We acknowledge the extraordinary courage of heroic bystanders, first responders and the ongoing efforts of the healthcare teams who continue to provide critical care, counselling, and support to injured survivors and their families.

To provide help to those affected, you may choose to give blood.

The Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has called for urgent donations of O negative. Visit the Lifeblood website to make an appointment: https://app.lifeblood.com.au/XW3k/d9wncrn5

05/12/2025

Look who's arrived...

If you're visiting The Alfred in the coming weeks, keep your eyes peeled for the jolly guy on the left!

Pictured with Douglas, who brought a loved one in for their appointment yesterday, Santa is currently busy doing one of his most important jobs - the rounds of the hospital.

While he'd rather everyone stay safe and well, especially at this time of year, he'll be on site spreading cheer to our Alfred community in the lead up to Christmas.

Listen out for the 'ho ho ho' when you're here next.

01/12/2025

World AIDS Day (Monday 1 December) is an opportunity to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS, and to celebrate advancements in the treatment and management of HIV.

HIV Prevention Nurse Practitioner Jude Armishaw is part of the Victoria Non-Occupational Post Exposure Prophylaxis (NPEP) Service, which assists people who have been exposed to HIV and aims to reduce the risk of contracting HIV.

“World AIDS Day is a moment for us all to come together as a community, reflect on the past, look to the future, and mark the present. We are all in this together, and overall we're doing a good job of HIV prevention and management in Australia,” Jude said.

“However new HIV diagnoses are increasing and we need to continue to work on our response so that no one is left behind.”

More here: https://bit.ly/3MwiKYJ

27/11/2025

As we mark the beginning of a new chapter, we invite you to join us for the final Alfred Health Annual Meeting.

This event is an opportunity to reflect on 17 years of innovation, research, and compassionate care that have shaped our journey and strengthened our commitment to the community.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 3 December
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
🔗 Details: https://bit.ly/4rj7Fdz

We look forward to seeing you there!

26/11/2025

Just a few times throughout the year, The Alfred’s Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth (P.A.R.T.Y) program – usually reserved for school groups – opens to members of the public aged 16-25, along with their family and friends.

A backstage pass to what happens behind the scenes at The Alfred, PARTY is designed to give young people a better understanding of the consequences of risk-taking behaviours.

Clinical Nurse Specialist Kate Ursprung leads P.A.R.T.Y tours through The Alfred’s Emergency and Trauma Centre and says having parents join their young people makes the experience even more powerful.

“I love having the parents there because you see them grappling with the issues too,” Kate said.

“Sometimes I see them thinking, ‘I’m never letting my kid leave the house again,’ but they always come round by the end. It’s part of the reason P.A.R.T.Y is so effective and popular.

“P.A.R.T.Y makes things real for participants by providing a space where they can talk to people who see the consequences of risk-taking behaviours every day including nurses, doctors, paramedics and former patients, who just tell them how it is.

“We don’t sugar-coat things, but we also don’t take away anyone’s fun.

“Ultimately the message is to go out and have fun, get the most out of life, but be safe and take care of your friends while you’re at it.”

The next public P.A.R.T.Y program is on next Tuesday, 2nd December from 5:30 to 8pm. Tickets can be booked here: https://bit.ly/48eBpzx

18/11/2025

Gippsland cancer patients can now access specialist radiation treatment closer to home, as part of The Alfred's ongoing partnership with Central Gippsland Health.

Bairnsdale resident Rosemary Cooper, 91, was the first patient to undergo superficial radiation therapy at the new Radiation Oncology service at Sale Hospital, saving over 90 minutes of additional travel time to receive her 10 minute treatment.

Delivered by Alfred specialists working in Sale, Superficial Radiation Therapy is a highly effective non-surgical treatment option, using low-energy X-rays to target and treat skin cancers and some non-cancerous skin conditions.

“Being able to access this care in their own communities means patients can avoid some of the strain that comes from having to travel for treatment - like planning logistics, the cost and inconvenience of travel, time off work and pressure on caring responsibilities,” said Cath Beaufort, Operations Manager Radiation Oncology at The Alfred.

"It also means patients can stay closer and connected to their support networks, which can make a great deal of difference during treatment and recovery."

17/11/2025

After 40 years of care for patients at The Alfred, Professor Denis Spelman, Deputy Head of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, is retiring.

In a career garnering countless awards, achievements and milestones, Prof Spelman said he is most proud to have been the co-founder and Head of Spleen Australia alongside the late Penny Jones (pictured right) and Dr Ian Woolley, which includes the Spleen Registry.

“In the early 2000s, I saw a patient who had come into the emergency department very unwell with severe sepsis,” Prof Spelman said.

“Despite our care, unfortunately she died. It turned out that she had her spleen removed eight years earlier, which was part of her treatment for lymphoma.

“As you may know, the spleen is an organ that helps to fight off infections, especially severe ones.

“Her death raised the question, ‘What can we do to prevent this from happening to others?’”

Spleen Australia was set up to ensure all registered patients would receive education about the risks of developing severe sepsis, and how to best prevent and manage it; as well as contributing research in the area.

With offices onsite at The Alfred, there are now more than 12,500 active patients from across the country registered with Spleen Australia.

“What makes me proud is Spleen Australia saves lives,” Prof Spelman said.

"We have since demonstrated those people who have lost their spleen and are registered with Spleen Australia have a lower mortality rate than those who are not registered; which means our work is making a difference.”

In retirement, Prof Spelman said he’s looking forward to spending more time with his children and grandchildren and catching up on reading.

“I must say it has been a great privilege to work at the Alfred since 1983 and to work with so many wonderful Alfred staff,” Prof Spelman said.

"My overriding feeling towards The Alfred and its staff is one of immense gratitude for employing me, for the opportunities that I have been given, and for the great friendships and support I have received throughout my time there.”

Thank you, Professor Spelman, for the lifesaving work you have done for the community. We wish you the best in retirement!

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The Alfred is a leading metropolitan health service in Melbourne, Australia. We pride ourselves on giving our patients and our community the best possible health outcomes by integrating clinical practice with research and education. The Alfred provides a comprehensive range of specialist services and we’re home to Australia's busiest trauma centre, treating major trauma patients from across the state. We also operate one the largest and most advanced intensive care units (ICU) in the southern hemisphere.

Patients come to The Alfred for specialty services like comprehensive cancer care, respiratory medicine, cardiology and cardiovascular services. We run 14 statewide services including burns, heart and lung transplant, melanoma, HIV, psychiatry intensive care, bariatric and more. We are the only hospital in Australia to perform paediatric lung transplants. Recognised as a national leader in health care, The Alfred has a commitment to biomedical research. This is made possible through strong partnerships with Monash University, La Trobe University, and several internationally recognised medical research organisations such as the Burnet Institute.