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Nominations open for the WA Health Excellence Awards 2026 22 May 2026 Nominations are now open for the 2026 WA Health Excellence Awards. PathWest teams make invaluable contributions to WA’s health system, and these awards provide an important opportunity to recognise that outstanding work. The ten award categories recognise excellence across: Preventive health Mental health, alcohol and other drugs Person-centred care Safety and quality Workplace wellbeing and culture Research and innovation Sustainability Aboriginal health Rural and remote health care Care for older people In addition: The Director General’s Award recognises an exceptional team or project. The Minister for Health’s Award honours lifetime achievement. The Health Heroes Award enables the community to recognise a staff member who has gone above and beyond. Key dates and important information Final nominations clos... -
QEII Haematology scientists represent PathWest at B RICE conference 11 May 2026 A big shout-out to Rose Anestoudis (Medical Scientist) and Mei Sung (Senior Scientist) from QEII Haematology, who attended the Bio Rad Research Innovation & Collaboration Exchange (B RICE). The conference is an internal event run by Bio Rad for laboratory users to swap ideas and scientific knowledge. It follows a high-pressure format, with everyone required to give a sharp five-minute talk on a transfusion-related topic. Rose presented an interesting case study of a difficult antibody identification in an urgent trauma case and Mei showcased the SATO Healthcare Co. Ltd (SATO) trial—a joint project between SATO, WA Country Health Service (WACHS) and PathWest that’s looking to change how we move blood products around the State. The trial is currently being delivered in Exmouth and Onslow, which are smaller hospitals without a PathWest on-site Laboratory. Blood products d... -
Chief Scientist visits PathWest 30 April 2026 PathWest was pleased to host a visit by Western Australia’s Chief Scientist, Professor Sharath Sriram, and Director of Science Capability and Partnerships from the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification, Dr Michael Banazis. Chief Pathologist, Professor Priyanthi Kumurasinghe led the tour, accompanied by Deputy Chief Pathologist, Simon Kavanagh and Research and Innovation Co-Directors Richard Allcock and Chisha Sikazwe. Professor Sriram and Dr Banazis were given an overview of our research and innovation capabilities, including genomic sequencing; a demonstration of how digital tools used in our haemotology laboratory are bridging the gap between metropolitan and regional services by providing timely expert advice where required; and insight into the role of molecular testing in supporting complex case management and personalised medicine. -
Foundation of KEMH Pathology Retires: A Tribute to Dr Andrew Barr 29 April 2026 PathWest is farewelling Dr Andrew Barr as he retires following a long and dedicated career at King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH). Dr Barr was instrumental in the development of the service at KEMH, building it from the very basics. His legacy at the site includes the introduction of the out-of-hours shift, a significant step in how the laboratory supports the hospital. Beyond his operational leadership, Dr Barr maintained a high standard of academic excellence. He authored 25 publications between 1977 and 2010 and delivered 34 presentations to various societies. His dedication to staying at the forefront of his field saw him attend 64 overseas and interstate meetings from 1976 to 2022. For decades, Dr Barr served as the Chair of the hospital transfusion committee (now known as the Blood Management Committee). His leadership in this role provided vital expertise and stability to the hos... -
Rapid Respiratory Point of Care Testing Rolled Out in Public Emergency Departments 18 April 2026 Our expert pathologists, scientists and ICT team have worked tirelessly to make rapid respiratory point of care testing available at participating public emergency departments across the State. Delivered through a partnership between PathWest and Health Service Providers, this technology can detect up to 15 viral and bacterial pathogens within minutes, bedside in the ED, without waiting for the sample to be transported to the laboratory for routine testing. This marks a significant step forward in timely bedside diagnostic capability that is designed to help patient flow management in our EDs in readiness for the approaching winter flu season. You can read the Minister’s official media statement here: Faster diagnosis with expanded rapid respiratory testing | Western Australian Government
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20/05/2025