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Mater registrars achieved a 90 per cent pass rate in the recent Basic Physician Training (BPT) exams – trouncing the national average of 60 per cent. Their achievement has set a new benchmark for BPT which is a pivotal milestone in a doctors’ journey towards becoming a physician. To honour the outstanding achievement, Mater Health Director of Physician Education and Director of Neurology Dr Andrew Swayne said the inaugural Basic Physician Training Excellence Awards have been established. The awards recognise the Mater people who sat the exam as well as those who helped them prepare. The award winners are: Consultants: Drs Lisa Cummins and Robert ...

After six heartbreaking miscarriages and years of grieving, Queensland TV reporter Pippa Sheehan says her ‘heart is full’ after welcoming miracle baby Monty at Mater Mothers’ Private Hospital on Wednesday. The Channel 10 reporter said being able to hold her baby boy in her arms was “absolutely wonderful”. “I helped deliver Monty onto my chest and it was absolutely the best feeling,” Ms Sheehan said. “I felt so strong and empowered, and this was an incredibly restorative and precious time for us as a family. “Our three-year-old son Alfie knew each time I was pregnant, and to be able to tell him Monty is finally here was so wonderful and special.” Obstetrician ...