Aortic Surgery
The aorta can be divided into five parts (I-IV). Three of these parts (I-III) compose the thoracic aorta: Ascending aorta (incorporating the aortic valve and…
Research Update – September 2023
I have been researching now with the kind support of The Baird Institute for just over a year and have sincerely enjoyed my time thus…
Community Fundraising – City 2 Surf 2023
Natalie Zugec and her band of family and friends were back at the City 2 Surf this year once again on the 10th anniversary of…
Barry’s Story: Aortic Dissection
Barry Willis was my dearly loved and loving husband, and a wonderful father, grandfather and loyal friend who worked as a research and development chemist,…
Presentation at the International Conference on Robotic Surgery
Presentation by Dr. Abraham Rizkalla, Cardiothoracic Registrar In March this year, I had the pleasure of attending the International Conference on Robotic Surgery held in…
The Collins Family Donate $20,000 to the Baird Institute
In May 2003 I suffered a heart attack that took everyone by surprise. I was 52 years old and had never had a sign. I…
Research Update – May 2023
I joined the Baird institute 6 months ago as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and have thoroughly enjoyed every minute of my time thus far. The…
James Wadland Night of Hearts 2023
The 9th Annual JWNOH was held at Sharkies at Kareela on 2nd April, 2023. The event is held in honour of my late husband, James…
Building a Platform for Surgical Performance and Audit
Dhairya Vayada, BBiomedSc, Data Research Assistant, The Baird Institute With a substantial amount of information collected before, during and after a surgery, there is a…
