Monthly Archives: December 2011

A Final Thank You

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

Our board chairman, Professor Gregor Coster, is joining me today as we both want to convey to you our gratitude for your contributions to the extraordinary year we’ve had at CMDHB. It is extremely pleasing to reflect on the past … Continue reading →

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‘Twas the Week Before Christmas

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

I find the last few weeks before the Christmas break part daunting and part frustrating. They’re daunting because you suddenly remember exactly just how much you have to do, both at work and at home, before Christmas. And unlike most … Continue reading →

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Sending Smoke Signals

Posted on December 9, 2011 by

One of the first things I did on Monday morning this week was go and talk to the concierges who are stationed at the main entrance of Middlemore Hospital. As well as welcome and assist visitors, these staff members also help monitor … Continue reading →

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Sharing our Learnings

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

One of the ways I think we can measure our success in becoming a leading healthcare organisation is when people from around New Zealand and around the world choose to come and learn from us. That’s not to suggest we … Continue reading →

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