Message from the chief executive Adjunct Professor Anthony M. Schembri AM
Dear colleagues, Last week I had the privilege of attending the unveiling of the NSW Health Apology plaque at Royal North Shore Hospital, in what was a deeply moving and emotional ceremony. I was honoured to stand alongside local Aboriginal Elder Aunty Jeanie, NSW Health Secretary Susan Pearce AM as well as members of our Board and staff from across the district. The plaque features the wording of the 2022 formal NSW Health Apology which acknowledged the profound impacts of past policies and practices on the survivors of the Stolen Generations and the broader Aboriginal community. The plaque at RNSH is just one of many displayed across our district hospitals and services symbolising our ongoing commitment to healing and reconciliation. While we cannot undo the wrongs of the past, we can embrace truth-telling and continue to take meaningful steps towards healing for our Aboriginal communities. It was fantastic to see celebrations across the district for Allied Health Professionals Day. Our allied health staff do a wonderful job every day to ensure we deliver great care to our community, and I would like to thank every one of you. I was pleased to be able to join in on the celebrations and present this year’s Allied Health Chief Executive Award to Matthew Symonds - a clinical lead and senior clinical psychologist at Coral Tree family Service. Matthew works with some of our most vulnerable families and does a wonderful job in supporting them during such difficult times. He is a highly respected colleague and someone who is constantly striving to help others. I would like to offer a big congratulations to Matthew and all our winners across the district on their Allied Health Professionals Day awards.
As October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, I have been pleased to see an increased focus on this important issue across the district. This year’s theme, ‘Cyber security is everyone’s business,’ serves as a timely reminder that the responsibility to safeguard our systems and data belongs to all of us. I encourage all staff to take advantage of the communications being shared throughout the month, which offer practical tips on how to protect yourself, our patients, and the broader health system from cyber threats. Together, we can ensure our organisation remains secure and resilient in an increasingly digital world. I had the pleasure of joining Minister for Women Jodie Harrison on a visit to meet staff and tour the Menopause Hub at Royal North Shore Hospital as part of this year’s World Menopause Day celebrations. This visit was a great opportunity for Minister Harrison to meet the multidisciplinary team working in the hub and see the facilities that are making a considerable difference in menopause care. We recently concluded our budget roadshows which have taken place across our district’s hospitals and services. It was fantastic to have the opportunity to meet so many staff to discuss our plans and present on the financial outlook for our district. Thank you to everyone who took the time to participate and contribute to these important discussions. Kind regards,
Adjunct Professor Anthony M. Schembri AM Chief Executive Northern Sydney Local Health District
NSLHDNEWS | ISSUE 20| 18 OCTOBERR 2024
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