News and Events
Open your heart for a vital cause
Cabrini’s inaugural Giving Day on 28 November will raise vital funds for life-saving equipment for patients with heart problems.
New robot joins the Cabrini force in time for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
As part of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, one of Cabrini’s leading hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeons is shining a light on...
Cabrini Palliative and Supportive Care celebrates 20 years
Cabrini Palliative and Supportive Care service marks its 20th anniversary
Shining a light on PANDA Week
As part of PANDA Week, we are shining a light on GLOW Clinic, and the incredible work they do with...
Medicare rebates now available for breast MRI and PET services
Medicare rebates are now available for MRI scans for the diagnosis of breast cancer.
Patients with knee and hip osteoarthritis offered alternative to surgery
Internationally renowned researcher and physiotherapist Professor Ewa Roos, visited Cabrini to discuss programs for people with Osteoarthritis.
Smart design choices aid clinical work
The Gandel Wing at Cabrini Malvern has taken out the Corian Design Awards 2019.
Occupational therapy is an important part of rehabilitation
During Occupational Therapy Week (October 21-27) we are celebrating our dedicated occupational therapists, who help improve the lives of our...
Soul mates tie the knot in chapel ceremony
Rod and Linda Allen tied the knot in Cabrini's chapel shortly before Mr Allen passed away from a rare form...
Cabrini’s position statement on the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability
Cabrini’s position statement on the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability
A pharmaceutical hospital service with a difference
To mark World Thrombosis Day (October 13) we are encouraging all patients to be aware of the signs and symptoms...
Gandel Wing labelled ‘world’s most beautiful hospital’
Vogue Living has labelled the new Gandel Wing at Cabrini Malvern, Australia’s most beautiful hospital.
Unexpected diagnosis inspires essence for life
Heather McMahon was just 46-years-old when she noticed her right breast was lumpy, but with a history of benign lumps,...
Cabrini GP Clinic receives national accreditation
Cabrini General Practice in Caulfield South has received the tick of approval, receiving a national award of accreditation for its...
Breast cancer luncheon helps support those in need
Cabrini’s annual breast cancer luncheon is a highlight on the social calendar, with all funds going to support breast cancer...
2019 Cabrini Breast Cancer Care Luncheon
Featuring a panel of carefully curated speakers we will explore how women can be inspired in many facets of their...
Herb garden inspires childhood memories for patients with dementia
The initiative is part of a joint partnership between Cabrini Brighton and Dementia Australia, aimed at creating Australia’s first purpose-designed...
Giving back and feeling good
Husband and wife Pauline Baxter and Tony Touzeau were so grateful for the care they received at Cabrini following their...
Quilting helps pass the time
They say a ‘stitch in time saves nine’ but for Cabrini oncology patient Glenyce Richardson, it has saved a lot...
Cabrini trials new program to help men Navigate prostate cancer
Every year for 11 years David Hawe has booked himself into his GP for a regular check-up, using his February...
New CEO appointed for Cabrini Australia
Cabrini Board Chairman Sylvia Falzon was pleased to announce the appointment of Sue Williams as the new CEO for Cabrini...
Finding your voice with Cabrini
More than 1.2 million Australians have a communication disability, and it usually goes unseen. Speech is a form of communication...
Midwife's Cabrini connection runs deep
In June of 1977 Jacinta was born at Cabrini hospital, but she wouldn’t realise until today just how deep that...
Special deliveries for the new Gandel Wing
Two families and two completely different births, but two beautiful babies at the end of it all.
Gandel Wing promotes hope and healing
Mt Waverley resident Annette Stewart was one of the first oncology patients to experience the new oncology and haematology unit...
Respiratory patients breathe easy in the new Gandel Wing
The Gandel Wing received its first respiratory patients today and Mt Waverley resident Trevor Barr was one of the first...
Cabrini's acute cardiac ward receives its first patients
Cardiac patients got to experience Cabrini’s new Gandel Wing for the first time this week. One of the first patients...
Cabrini’s new Sport Injury Clinic kicking goals
With more than 25 years’ experience as a sport and exercise physician, and five Olympic and Paralympic games under her...
New Emergency Department receives its first patient
The Gandel Wing received its first patients to the expanded Alan, Ada and Eva Selwyn Emergency Department on 15 July...
New Gandel Wing welcomes its first patient
The Gandel Wing welcomed its first patients today – fittingly on St Frances Xavier Cabrini’s birthday, the missionary sister who...
Gandel Wing receives Archbishop's blessing
Melbourne Archbishop the Most Reverend Peter A Comensoli officially blessed Cabrini’s new $120 million Gandel Wing yesterday, ahead of it...
Have your say - Join our Patient and Family Register
We are seeking interest from the community to join our Patient and Family Register
Cabrini Technology Group announces new acquisition
The Cabrini Technology Group (CTG) is pleased to announce the acquisition of AxisHealth from Paragon Care.
Catholic health and aged care services response to the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act
Since the Act’s passing in 2017, Catholic health and aged care services in Victoria have been working together to ensure...
$120 million Gandel Wing opens its doors at Cabrini Malvern
Cabrini will officially open its new $120 million clinical building, the Gandel Wing, at Cabrini Malvern on 4 June, with...
Discuss what matters most during Palliative Care Week
During National Palliative Care Week, 19-25 May, Cabrini is encouraging people to consider how they would wish to live out...
Volunteers recognised in portraiture exhibition
Artist Jeffrey Kelson counts himself lucky, having survived not just one but three heart attacks. Now he is giving back...
International Nurses Day
Today we recognise the work or our amazing nurses whose dedication, commitment and attitude make our health service what it...
Double the joy for Mother's Day
New mum Tania Zaetta says giggles, laughs and daily milestones make motherhood worthwhile.
Our commitment to improving patient experience
Beginning on 29 April, Cabrini’s Patient Experience Week celebrates the wonderful work of all our people, who continually put patients,...
Cabrini ED supporting SMJFL
Cabrini Emergency is pleased to have partnered with the South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) for its 2019 season.
State-of-the-art cancer centre for Cabrini Malvern
Cabrini has received $6 million that will enable the establishment of a new Institute of Cancer at Cabrini Malvern, allowing...
March is Epilepsy Awareness Month
During Epilepsy Awareness Month, and particularly on Purple Day for Epilepsy on March 26, people are asked to talk about...
World Delirium Awareness Day
During World Delirium Awareness Day, Cabrini is helping to spread awareness of delirium and support patients who have experienced the...
Cabrini Brighton receives Full Medicare MRI licence
From April this year, Cabrini Brighton will be able to provide patients in Brighton and throughout Bayside with access to...
A vision for early glaucoma diagnosis
Beginning on Sunday March 10, World Glaucoma Week celebrates 11 years of raising awareness of the prevalence of glaucoma and...
Melbourne Heart Group Cyber Security Incident
The cyber-security incident reported in today’s Age occurred at the Melbourne Heart Group, a group of specialists who lease rooms...
Asylum Seeker and Refugee Health Hub
Cabrini’s Asylum Seeker and Refugee Health Hub in Brunswick is helping some of the most vulnerable in our community.
Pharmacy Waiver Program launches in Epping
Critical support for people seeking asylum living in Hume and Whittlesea is now available through a new Pharmacy Waiver Program,...
Education and open conversation help to ease fears on World Cancer Day
Addressing myths and misinformation is one of the key priorities today on World Cancer Day. According to the Union for...
Medical scribes could help doctors care for more patients
A new role in the health system could improve efficiency in emergency departments and decrease the time patients spend in...
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
February marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and with that comes the reminder to all women, no matter their age, to...
Season's Greetings
Christmas is one of the happiest and holiest feast days in the Christian calendar, a joyous time that resonates around...
Cabrini's approach to end-of-life care
At Cabrini, we believe doctors and other healthcare practitioners should not intentionally cause the death of a person in their...
Emergency Department waiting times available online
“Knowing I would be seen quickly at Cabrini, removed a lot of that stress. I had her home and tucked...
Giving back provides sense of purpose
At 94 years old, Mabel Hibbert is older than most of the residents at Cabrini Ashwood but spending time there...
Award surprise for student nurse
From his passion to his profession, Sam Chan has followed his dreams of becoming a nurse and turned them into...