When Samantha Akhtar walked into Braemar Hospital for her surgery last week, she became part of medical history. The kindergarten head teacher didn’t just receive life-changing treatment that morning – she became the first person in the Waikato to undergo robotic surgery using the da Vinci robot. “That sounds cool,” was Samantha’s immediate response when…
Pictured: The team supporting endoscopic vein harvesting at Braemar. From left cardiothoracic surgeons David McCormack, Nishith Patel, and Registered Nurse First Surgical Assistant Kelsey Abercrombie and Braemar Associate Theatre Manager Daphne Van Dam. New Zealand’s First Private Hospital to Offer Endoscopic Vein Harvesting Braemar Hospital has made history as New Zealand’s first private hospital to…
Anthony de Winton is a changed boy – his language has improved, he’s pain free, and he’s much happier following free ENT surgery from Braemar Charitable Trust. Anthony, who is nearly two and a half, had suffered since he was four months old with constant ear infections and sore throats. He was deemed high priority…
In the heart of Kirikiriroa/Hamilton, a surgical revolution is quietly taking shape. Dr Tarek Saleh, an experienced gynaecological surgeon with a passion for advancing women’s health, is among the first surgeons at Braemar Hospital to master the da Vinci surgical robot – the first of its kind in the Waikato region. A Vision Born from…
Braemar Charitable Trust has announced Saturday 13 September as its next full Community Surgery Day. It follows an extremely successful two Saturdays of free surgeries in late 2024 in which more than 70 people received surgeries or procedures. The Trust owns Braemar Hospital, one of New Zealand’s largest private hospitals. Surgeons and anaesthetists who are…
With over 13 years of perioperative experience spanning three countries, Senior Registered Nurse Sonia George is a part of Braemar Hospital’s exciting leap into the future of surgical care. When someone asks Sonia George what she does for work at a dinner party, her response is guaranteed to spark curiosity: “I’m a theatre nurse and…
Braemar Charitable Trust has delivered 124% more free community surgeries year-on-year as part of its drive to improve health equity and access in the Waikato region. The Trust is the 100% owner of Braemar Hospital, one of New Zealand’s largest private hospitals, and funds a range of charitable activities, including scholarships, health sector capability building,…
We’re thrilled to introduce our brand-new Winter/Spring menu for patients from this week – bringing you beautiful options that celebrate the best of the season! What’s New: • Fresh seasonal dishes crafted with care • Our first-ever Care Menu – specially designed light, soft meals for patients recovering post-surgery • Reduced food wastage through thoughtful…
In celebration of International Nurses Day in the month of May, Braemar Hospital proudly shares the story of Emma Missen, whose professional growth exemplifies our commitment to nursing excellence and patient care. When Emma Missen joined Braemar Hospital five and a half years ago, she brought with her a passion for theatre nursing and a…
Braemar Hospital nurse Helena Macdonald has devoted her life to compassionate patient care that continues to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals. In a week where International Nurses Day is celebrated, Braemar Hospital is celebrating and acknowledging the experience of long-serving nurse Helena Macdonald and her colleagues in the nursing profession for their exceptional…