Investor Presentaiton
The Sustainable Health Review remains our blueprint for cultural and structural
change shaping the future of WA's health care. While much progress has been
made already, the post-COVID-19 landscape means we will intensify efforts over
the next 2 years with a focus on 6 key recommendations. The progression of these
recommendations will ensure the future success of the program and provides a
realistic and achievable way forward.
Our workforce will always be a priority, and we are actively working on initiatives to
attract the finest talent to WA Health. We have increased staff by more than 7,000
across the system since October 2021 thanks in part to our successful interstate
and international Belong campaign. We are also committed to retaining our current
staff through wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities that foster a
lifelong learning and growth mindset and ensure our staff continue to acquire
new skills.
The recent introduction of the WA Virtual Emergency Department and State
Health Operations Centre, along with the Is the ED where you need to be?
campaign aim to improve patient flow and ease pressures on the health system
including the demand on emergency departments - an area that has seen
continued pressure this year.
Infrastructure projects, including the redevelopment of Joondalup Health Campus,
upgrade to the Bunbury Regional Hospital, the Peel Health Campus transformation,
as well as future developments at Osborne Park Hospital and the planned new
Women and Babies Hospital, illustrate our commitment to improving health care
infrastructure across the state.
Technological advancements continue to enhance efficiencies across the
system. The first phase of the Electronic Medical Record Program implementation
continued, with the digital medical record system now live at multiple sites. The
new Enterprise Medical Imaging Platform was also introduced at multiple sites,
improving digital diagnostic imaging for clinicians.
As we navigate the frontiers of medical research and innovation, the State's
refreshed Future Health Research and Innovation Fund Strategy sets the course
for pioneering research and innovation in WA. The launch of The Challenge this
year called for innovative solutions to health care issues in the Pilbara. This exciting
opportunity encourages development of culturally appropriate health solutions for
local populations and their health needs.
Health challenges continue to evolve, and we are meeting them head on. Our
ongoing efforts to address health issues related to vapes and nitrous oxide
cannisters are part of our commitment to safeguarding public health. Immunisation
rates for children remains a priority, as we work to ensure the wellbeing of
future generations. Palliative care services and ensuring a dignified end-of-life
experience are also focus areas.
We are embedding sustainability into our work practices and reducing emissions
across our expansive health system. This was further solidified by the release and
ongoing implementation of the department's Climate Action Plan.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all department staff, and everyone
across our vast health system for their ongoing dedication and support of the
health and wellbeing of all Western Australians.
I look forward to continuing our work in the year ahead, building on our successes
and accepting new challenges in an ongoing effort to create a healthier community.
Dr D J Russell-Weisz PSM
Director General
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