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RFDS midwives nurturing new life
More detailsRFDS pilot celebrates 20 years helping Queenslanders
A flight with his high school teacher has manifested into a rewarding, 20-year career as a pilot with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) for Captain James Williams.
RFDS sources new decontaminant in battle against COVID- 19
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is ensuring patient and staff safety during the pandemic through use of a newly sourced aircraft decontaminant.
Hard work pays off for latest Flying Doctor Flight Nurse
Hard work, dedication and a firm belief in quality healthcare for all has driven Elizabeth Ferrier the newest flight nurse for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) to get back in the air.
Dream come true for Rockhampton Flight Nurse
A school excursion to Central Queensland triggered what has now become a dream career realised for new Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) Flight Nurse Megan Wood.
RFDS uses the latest aviation surveillance technology to care for patients
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is using the latest in aviation surveillance technology to deliver greater levels of care for its patients.
Emergency RFDS transfer in south-west
One of his best mates is a pilot for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS), but Donald Truss never expected that he’d require an emergency transfer himself.
Flying Doctor Flight Nurse calls time on long and illustrious career helping others
Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) Flight Nurse Lois Lanyon has called time on a long and well-travelled nursing career spanning almost 50 years.
Funding support to ensure continuity of care
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has received more than $285,000 in funding from the Queensland Government to aid in the delivery of services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
20 years and $15 million raised thanks to Ergon Energy Retail
For the last 20 years, Ergon Energy Retail and its customers have raised over $15 million for the Flying Doctor in Queensland, keeping the RFDS aircraft in the air and saving lives. Thank you to everyone who supports us through this amazing initiative.
Talk small to make big change
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has launched a new campaign aimed at promoting better connections to support mental health and wellbeing
Brisbane and Rockhampton Bases celebrate 25 years
The Brisbane and Rockhampton Bases of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) both celebrated 25 years in operation on 3 July, 2020.
Simulation technology helps tackle virus
Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) medical staff are using the latest high-tech medical simulation technology to aid in the fight against COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
Bundaberg Flight Nurse completes outback rotation
The challenges presented in delivering remote healthcare during COVID-19 have resulted in a rewarding opportunity for one Bundaberg-based flight nurse.
Celebrating a decade of partnership with over 15,000 reasons to smile
QCoal and the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) will this month celebrate a significant milestone – 10 years of partnership in support of rural and regional Queenslanders.
Townsville nurse retires after 13 years
Mr Cole, who last week retired from his role as Flight Nurse and Midwife with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS), believes there is no more satisfying way to earn a living than by helping others.
