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This week at our Emergency Department Grand Rounds, RN Tofa Tinomineta Tuaumu led our team through a session on MIMMS – ...
01/09/2026

This week at our Emergency Department Grand Rounds, RN Tofa Tinomineta Tuaumu led our team through a session on MIMMS – Major Incident Medical Management and Support.

Major incidents can happen without warning. When they do, a coordinated response depends on preparation, clear communication, effective leadership, triage, and teamwork.

For our Emergency Department, preparedness is not something we wait for an emergency to practise. It is something we continue to build through education, simulation, discussion, and teamwork.

A big fa’afetai to Tofa for leading this important Grand Round, and to our ED team for continuing to invest in learning and strengthening our emergency response capability.

Learn together. Prepare together. Respond together.

After an incredible week at PISEC, the team is back on the drawing board and so are our regular teaching sessions!Today ...
23/08/2026

After an incredible week at PISEC, the team is back on the drawing board and so are our regular teaching sessions!

Today we kicked things off again with SimDay Monday. A chance for our team to get back into simulation, practise clinical decision-making, communication, teamwork, and those critical skills needed when emergencies happen.

What a week PISEC was! Plenty of learning, sharing, and new experiences but now it’s time to bring that energy back into our department and continue building the team.

In Medicine, the learning never stops.

Back to the drawing board. Back to learning. Back to work.

09/07/2026

Join PISEC 2026. See you there

📆 August 13 - 14
📍 Taumeasina Island Resort

05/07/2026

PISEC 2026 is Coming to Samoa! 🌺

The countdown has begun! Join us this August as the Pacific Islands Society for Emergency Care (PISEC) 2026 Conference & Expo brings together emergency care professionals, partners, educators, and industry leaders from across the Pacific and beyond.

This year's theme:
"Strengthening the Pacific ECO System: Working Together for Our People"

Watch our official promo video and be part of the journey as we prepare for an unforgettable conference of learning, collaboration, innovation, and Pacific hospitality.

Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are still available. Showcase your organisation, connect with healthcare leaders and decision-makers from across the region, and support the future of emergency care in the Pacific.

📅 11–14 August 2026 📍 Samoa
For sponsorship enquiries, contact us via Facebook Messenger or email us at [email protected] or [email protected]

The PISEC 2026 Organising Committee proudly welcomes Fort Richard Laboratories as a Gold Sponsor! We are proud to acknow...
05/07/2026

The PISEC 2026 Organising Committee proudly welcomes Fort Richard Laboratories as a Gold Sponsor!

We are proud to acknowledge Fort Richard Laboratories as a Gold Sponsor of the PISEC 2026 Scientific Conference.

Their generous support and partnership are helping strengthen emergency care across the Pacific and making this conference possible. Thank you for joining us in our mission to build a stronger, more resilient Pacific.

Working together for our people.

This week's Grandround featured one of our up-and-coming Enrolled Nurses, EN Fou Pelesasa, who delivered an excellent pr...
02/07/2026

This week's Grandround featured one of our up-and-coming Enrolled Nurses, EN Fou Pelesasa, who delivered an excellent presentation on Temperature as part of our ongoing Back to Basics education series.

Temperature is one of the most important vital signs, providing valuable clues about infection, inflammation, environmental illness, and many other medical conditions. Recognising abnormal temperatures early and understanding their clinical significance are essential skills for every healthcare worker in the Emergency Department.

We are proud to see our Enrolled Nurses taking on leadership roles in education and sharing their knowledge with the team. Investing in the development of all our staff strengthens our department and ultimately improves the care we provide to our patients.

💡Public Tip: A fever is often the body's natural response to infection, but very high fevers, persistent fever, or fever accompanied by confusion, difficulty breathing, seizures, or severe weakness should be assessed urgently by a healthcare professional.

Well done, EN Fou Pelesasa! Keep up the great work.

This week's simulation challenged our Emergency Department team with a realistic emergency scenario, allowing our doctor...
02/07/2026

This week's simulation challenged our Emergency Department team with a realistic emergency scenario, allowing our doctors, nurses, interns, and students to practise critical thinking, communication, and timely decision-making in a safe learning environment.

Simulation training helps us identify areas for improvement, build confidence, and refine the skills needed to provide the best possible care when real emergencies happen. Every scenario is followed by a debrief where we reflect on what went well and what we can do even better.

A big thank you to everyone who participated and to our education team for continuing to invest in regular hands-on training.

Public Tip: In an emergency, staying calm and seeking medical help early can make a significant difference. If you or someone around you develops severe chest pain, difficulty breathing, becomes unconscious, or has signs of a stroke, call for help or go to the nearest Emergency Department immediately.

Registration Now Open – POCUS Course 2026!We're excited to announce that registrations are now open for the PEARLS POCUS...
28/06/2026

Registration Now Open – POCUS Course 2026!

We're excited to announce that registrations are now open for the PEARLS POCUS Course, delivered in partnership with the World Health Organization Western Pacific Region.

This intensive 5-day hands-on Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) course is designed to equip clinicians with practical ultrasound skills that can be applied immediately in everyday clinical practice.

🗓 Dates: 31 August – 4 September 2026
📍 Venue: Tupua Tamasese Meaole Hospital

The course is open to all Doctors and Nurse Practitioners who use, or are interested in using, POCUS within their specialty.

Participants will receive:
✅ Hands-on scanning on models and real patients
✅ Expert-led teaching by experienced faculty
✅ Case-based learning and practical applications
✅ Training in cardiac, abdominal, lung, obstetric, procedural and advanced ultrasound techniques

🔗 Register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7VzyO1YcZ_uHIZcRV6ipRweTDNR2EpEWfRQSh8l_rEPlnlw/viewform

Places are limited, so we encourage interested clinicians to register early.

This week's Grandrounds continued our Back to Basics education series, with RN Blessing Uelese delivering an excellent p...
26/06/2026

This week's Grandrounds continued our Back to Basics education series, with RN Blessing Uelese delivering an excellent presentation on Blood Pressure.

The session reinforced the importance of accurate blood pressure measurement, understanding normal and abnormal values, and recognising when blood pressure changes may indicate a life-threatening emergency. Revisiting these core clinical skills helps ensure every patient receives timely assessment and appropriate care from the moment they arrive in the Emergency Department.

Our ongoing Back to Basics series is a reminder that excellence in emergency care begins with mastering the fundamentals.

💙 Public Health Tip: High blood pressure is often called the "silent killer" because it may not cause symptoms until serious complications occur. Have your blood pressure checked regularly, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and seek medical advice if your readings are consistently high.

Last week, our Emergency Department continued its commitment to strengthening fundamental clinical skills with a special...
20/06/2026

Last week, our Emergency Department continued its commitment to strengthening fundamental clinical skills with a special double Grandround session held on Monday and Tuesday.

RN Neol Maka presented on SpO₂ (Oxygen Saturation), highlighting the importance of understanding pulse oximetry, recognizing limitations of readings, and using oxygen saturation as part of the overall clinical assessment rather than relying on numbers alone.

RN Gloria Lemaota presented on Heart Rate, revisiting the significance of pulse assessment, recognizing abnormal heart rates, and understanding how heart rate changes can be an early indicator of serious illness or deterioration.

As part of our ongoing "Back to Basics" education series, our nursing staff are revisiting the core clinical skills that form the foundation of safe and effective emergency care. While advanced treatments and technology are important, excellent patient care begins with mastering the basics.

We are proud of our nurses for sharing their knowledge and helping build a culture of continuous learning within our department.

💡 Public Health Tip:
Knowing your vital signs can help you better understand your health. If you experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, dizziness, or a racing heartbeat, seek medical attention promptly. Early recognition of illness can save lives.

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