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Moving to virtual assessment of executive function in occupational therapy 04 November 2026 Occupational Therapy Coordinator and researcher Toni Heinemann is currently undertaking a research project that will explore the Oxford Digital Multiple Errands Test (OxMET), and its reliability for executive function screening in an Australian hospital setting. Executive function is a cognitive skill that is the brain’s management system, helping us to organise, make decisions, solve problems and get things done. Toni said that efficiently understanding a patient’s executive function ability after illness or injury is critical to support discharge planning from hospital, especially for those living alone. “Accurate screening of executive function by occupational therapists is important, so we can ensure people receive the right support and rehabilitation to address their needs,” she said. “The OxMET uses a virtual scenario of shopping to assess executive fu...

Volunteers sew support for patients at Osborne Park Hospital 05 October 2026 A talented group of volunteers at Osborne Park Hospital is helping improve the patient experience one stitch at a time. The hospital's volunteer sewing group creates a range of handmade items that support patients and clinical teams across the hospital, from wheelchair and walking-frame bags to therapy resources used in rehabilitation programs. Working closely with allied health staff, the volunte...

New morning tea menu brings greater choice for Osborne Park Hospital patients 01 October 2026 Patients at Osborne Park Hospital are enjoying a new range of morning tea options designed to provide greater variety, flavour and enjoyment during their stay. The enhanced menu is the result of a collaborative project involving catering, dietetics, speech pathology, allied health and ward teams, who worked together to ensure the new offerings are both enjoyable and appropriate for a wide range of...

Supporting independence at any age 01 October 2026 International Day of Older Persons, celebrated on 1 October, is an opportunity to recognise the valuable contributions older people make to our communities and the support available to helps them remain active, independent and connected. For Louise (78 years), maintaining her independence has always been important. Caring for her 97-year-old mother and running an arts program for children twice a ...

Finalists announced for North Metropolitan Health Services 2026 GEM Awards 03 September 2026 Congratulation to this year’s finalists of the North Metropolitan Health Service Go the Extra Mile (GEM) Awards. The annual awards recognise the outstanding work being done throughout our health service and recognise our ongoing commitment to delivering the best outcomes and highest levels of care for our patients and community. There are 13 awards and every one of this year’s nominations was of a...