The department is proud of its reputation as a leader in education and training. It has played an important role in the development of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) 2013 curriculum and has an impressive track record in supporting trainees through the examination process.

The department provides 5 hours per week in hours structured tutorial programs for anaesthesia trainees preparing for the ANZCA Initial Assessment of Anaesthetic Competence (IAAC), Primary and Final examinations. The Primary program is conducted with the collaboration of other departments within the North-western training program. Staff also support trainees through providing feedback on trial written examinations and conducting realistic mock vivas for the medical and anaesthesia vivas.​

The Diabetes Foot Service provides specialist care for people with diabetes related foot ulceration or Charcot Foot.

The Falls Clinic is a multidisciplinary team that assesses people who have had falls or are at high risk of falling.

The first families to be treated at Sunshine Hospital’s public fertility clinic have celebrated Mother’s Day.

The General Practice Update includes information for primary care providers about Western Health Departments and Services.

The Geriatric Medicine clinics are an outpatient service which aims to provide timely access to specialist geriatrician assessment and management of ageing related syndromes.

The Maternity Services unit in the brand new $200 million Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s at Sunshine Hospital is famous for its strong culture and supportive team environment.

The Maternity Services unit in the brand new $200 million Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s at Sunshine Hospital is famous for its strong culture and supportive team environment.

The Medical Ambulatory Day Unit, or MADU unit, is for patients who need treatment for a variety of conditions in hospital, without needing to stay overnight. It has 6 chairs and 2 beds for treatment.