Non-urgent (Category 3) outpatients surgery waitlists for orthopaedics, colorectal, gastroenterology, general surgery, gynaecology, and urology services at QEII Hospital have been eliminated or significantly reduced following an 18-month trial of four Allied Health Specialist Outpatient Clinics.

After seven years as QEII’s Director of Occupational Therapy and an extensive clinical career in Queensland Health, Leo Ross has been appointed Director of Allied Health at QEII Hospital.

“Growing up in this area, while you don't know every single patient who walks through the door, it definitely feels like home,” Dr Selvanathan said.

QEII Jubilee Hospital now offers children’s appointments at its dental clinic.