Monash Health intern advances paediatric urology research

Dr Eliza Szwarcberg, a medical intern at Monash Children’s Hospital, is making an impact with her research on the use of intravesical Botox injections in children with functional urinary incontinence. Dr Szwarcberg’s research focuses on over 140 children who received Botox injections to better understand the safety and side effect profile of the procedure. 

Study finds clown doctors bring joy to adolescents in psychiatric care

A study on the impact of a clown doctor program in an adolescent inpatient psychiatric setting has found that adolescents reported heightened levels of fun, mood and emotion following the clown doctor sessions. The research conducted at the Stepping Stones Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatric Unit at Monash Children’s Hospital highlights the potential benefits of incorporating humour and play into psychiatric care. 

Group play helping young children going through cancer treatment

Make some noise for the team at Monash Children’s Hospital Cancer Centre bringing music, fun, and laughter to young patients undergoing treatment. 

Reef Rhythms – a weekly session of music, stories, and interactive activities for children aged 3 to 6 years old, their siblings and carers – has been running in the centre since September.