Articles tagged with Vascular Surgery
Northlanders Gain Local Access to Key Vascular Surgery at Whangārei Hospital
1 week ago | 161 viewsNorthlanders can now access key vascular surgeries like renal fistula and varicose vein treatments at Whangārei Hospital, reducing the need to travel to Auckland. This new service builds on existing outpatient clinics and visiting specialist support, with monthly surgeries and dedicated clinical nurse specialists enhancing local care coordination. The initiative reflects the Government’s commitment to improving regional healthcare access and delivering more services closer to home.
Tags: Northlanders Whangārei Hospital vascular surgery renal fistula surgery varicose vein treatment Auckland Mr Brown nurse specialists regional health services New ZealandWellington Hospital Gets $16.25M Hybrid Operating Theatre for Advanced Surgery
3 months ago | 318 viewsHealth New Zealand has approved $16.25 million to establish an advanced hybrid operating theatre at Wellington Regional Hospital, enabling faster, safer, and more advanced surgical care by combining imaging technology and surgical capabilities in one location. This new facility will eliminate the need to transfer patients between separate theatres and imaging suites, reducing delays, improving recovery times, and increasing surgical output. The investment aims to enhance healthcare efficiency, reduce system pressure, and provide world-class surgical care closer to home for New Zealanders.
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