Recognising medical contributions across FSFHG
Two FSFHG Medical Staff Award winners Dr Ranesh Palan and Dr Laura Sullivan.
Medical staff across Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospitals Group (FSFHG) recently came together to recognise and celebrate the annual FSFHG Medical Staff Awards.
Recognising interns, registered medical officers, registrars and consultants, the awards acknowledge the unwavering commitment and determination of those who are leaders in their field when it comes to exhibiting exceptional leadership, wellbeing, educational, innovation, and patient care.
South Metropolitan Health Service Area Director Clinical Services Dr Mark Monaghan said the awards were highly competitive this year with 125 individuals from across the group nominated for four categories.
"It was an absolute pleasure to read through the huge number of nominations for this year's awards," Mark said
"Nominations drew on some common themes – being patient focused, striving for excellence and supporting those around them to do the same. There was a strong theme of these people, just by being themselves, contributing to a culture of kindness, both to patients and their colleagues.
"This confirms what we already know – that we have a dedicated and inspiring medical workforce, and it was lovely to see them recognised for their achievements."
Congratulations to the following category winners:
Intern of the Year – Dr Laura Sullivan
Dr Sullivan received multiple nominations from her seniors and is described as an exceptional intern who always goes above and beyond, ensuring her patients and their families are well informed. Laura is always willing to help staff on the ward, often providing hands on support where she can. Friendly, professional and knowledgeable, her communication skills positively impact the ward and she has received many compliments from patients regarding the care she has provided during their admissions.
Resident of the Year – Dr Mikaela Dunn
Dr Dunn has been heavily involved in the Stanley Medical Officers’ Society (SMOS) over the past two years and has significantly contributed to improving the culture across South Metropolitan Health Service, initiating and leading wellbeing events within her role as a wellbeing representative. Promoting work life balance, ideas on how to achieve better patient outcomes, identifying suitable resources and activities that Perth has to offer, Mikaela’s efforts has been noted to be extremely helpful, particularly by our International Medical Graduates (IMGs).
Registrar of the Year – Dr Ranesh Palan
Described as a diligent worker, Dr Palan goes above and beyond to provide a high standard of professionalism and care to both his patients and colleagues. Always getting on with his work, Ranesh never complains despite the volume, complexity or acuity of the work presented to him. Always comprehensively across each patient in his care, Ranesh ensures he provides regular updates to staff, where nursing staff have commended his communication skills and work ethic. Displaying maturity of a registrar that exceeds expectations, Ranesh exhibits exceptional leadership qualities.
Consultant of the Year – Dr Wei-Sen Lam and Dr Shailender Mehta
Dr Lam has been recognised for this exceptional leadership skills and for always leading by example. An advocate for staff wellbeing, Wei-Sen ensures each staff member is well supported and heard, allowing junior staff to attend training opportunities whenever possible. Always going above for his staff, it was noted that consultants like Wei-San will change the morale and culture of medicine into the future.
A passionate consultant, Dr Mehta is dedicated to the families and patients on the neonatal unit whilst focusing on and being supportive of staff wellbeing. Always supportive of nursing and medical staff on the ward, Shail always involves his staff in promoting health for the future of our babies. Embodying the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in the medical field, Shail consistently prioritises patient wellbeing and guidelines. His innovative strategies and expert guidance has led to numerous success stories in the field of neonatology.
