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Microtia Conference in Brisbane

Microtia Conference in Brisbane

The annual Brisbane Microtia & Atresia conference was once again an impressive event offering important information and support to Australian families. I’ve summarised a few of the common questions families asked me regarding having ear reconstruction in Australia if they choose to go down that path.

Facial Nerve Symposium 2019

Facial Nerve Symposium 2019

On Friday 11 October I am convening the inaugural Facial Nerve Symposium for the Sydney Facial Nerve Service at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse. Specialists, junior doctors, medical students and allied health staff with an interest in reconstructive head and neck surgery and facial paralysis surgery are invited to hear from leading specialists in Ophthalmology, ENT/Head & Neck and Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery and Allied Health exploring new technologies and techniques in the pursuit of improved patient outcomes through shared knowledge and experience.

I want to be in control

I want to be in control

Nina Remollino is a brave woman, not only because of the surgery choices she made for herself, but because she also chose to share her story. It is her hope, as it is mine, that this will help other women to feel more comfortable expressing their own wishes for their bodies to their doctors.

What Are We Waiting For?

What Are We Waiting For?

Translating technological advances that are happening all around us into everyday improvements in patient care is the great challenge for this generation of medical professionals. Last week I completed an amazing program that has revolutionised my thinking. I was proud to stand alongside a wonderful group of fellow graduates who will all make an impact in the healthcare landscape.

Another Australian First in Microtia

Another Australian First in Microtia

Last Monday another young Australian boy received a 3D printed ear implant. While this is the second for Australia, he also a “first” because he received a bone anchored hearing aid implant during the same operation. Usually done over 2 separate operations, this procedure is the first of its kind in Australia.

Big news in Neuromodulation

Big news in Neuromodulation

The developments in Neuromodulation are quite mind-blowing. They force us back to the table to rethink the connection between brain and body, and this opens the door for advancements that can change people’s lives in ways we’ve always hoped. Australian company Saluda Medical is leading the way.