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Holmesglen has officially become Calvary’s first private hospital in Victoria, marking the beginning of a new chapter in care from the heart for the 141-year-old- mission-based healthcare provider.
As the new Calvary signage is lifted into place at Holmesglen Private Hospital, it also marks a milestone moment for the staff who have been providing care within those walls for close to a decade, and the community who choose to receive care there.
From today, the Moorabbin hospital’s nurses, doctors, allied health professionals and support teams are being welcomed into the Calvary family through a small gesture of care including a fresh cookie, a warm smile and the essential cup of coffee or tea to start or end their shifts.
Today’s carefully planned transition has been focussed on continuing the provision of safe, high-quality care for patients, providing stability for all nursing, clinical and support staff, and ensuring a smooth handover from Healthscope to Calvary Health Care.
As of midnight, patients have had uninterrupted access to the services and clinical expertise they know and trust, now championed by Calvary.
Calvary Chief Executive Officer, Damien Bruce, said the opening of Calvary Holmesglen Private Hospital was a defining moment for Calvary’s future in Victoria and a strong commitment to extending exceptional connected care to more communities.
“This is a proud and significant day for Calvary as we welcome Holmesglen Private Hospital, and the people who make it such an important part of the local health community, into our organisation,” Mr Bruce said.
“Holmesglen will play an important role in Calvary’s future in Victoria, helping us share the Spirit of Calvary with more people through exceptional care, stronger connections with communities and a sustainable future for health care.”
Holmesglen Private Hospital General Manager, Keryn Hopkins said: “We have a proud history of providing high-quality, compassionate care to our community, and we are excited to begin this new chapter with Calvary”.
“By bringing together our local experience with Calvary’s values and expertise, our patients and their families will continue to receive the care and support they need, now and into the future.”
Calvary Holmesglen Private Hospital brings together patient-centred clinical care, education, training and research in one connected health precinct. The 147-bed acute medical and surgical hospital includes seven integrated operating theatres, intensive care and coronary care units, chemotherapy treatment bays and an on-site cardiac catheter laboratory.
The hospital also provides a 24/7 Emergency Department caring for adults and children, alongside specialist services including orthopaedic, spinal and general surgery, cancer care in partnership with Icon Cancer Centre, diagnostic imaging, pathology, pharmacy and clinical training facilities for future health professionals.
Calvary Regional Chief Operations Officer Hospitals Victoria and Tasmania, Melissa Evans, said Calvary had worked closely with Healthscope and the Holmesglen team to make the move as seamless as possible for patients, staff, VMOs and partners.
“Our priority has been to ensure patients continue to receive safe, high-quality care with minimal disruption, while supporting staff and doctors with the information, tools and confidence they need to become part of Calvary,” Ms Evans said.
“We are grateful for the professionalism, commitment and care shown by the Holmesglen team throughout this transition. Their dedication has helped protect continuity for patients and set strong foundations for the next chapter of care at the hospital.”
Calvary’s expansion in Victoria builds on its existing services including Calvary Bethlehem Hospital, residential aged care, retirement living and home care.
