Churchill Private Hospital Trust offers Community donations to eligible groups within the Marlborough region, through an application process. As part of this programme we are highlighting some of the initiatives that have benefited from Churchill’s support. Applicants from local groups and clubs can apply for funding from Churchill to support their work or event which directly benefits the health and wellbeing of the Marlborough community. In The Salvation Army’s 2023 State of the Nation … [Read more...] about Marlborough Girls College Students ‘Boxing On’ with Churchill Support
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Supporting the youngest in our community
Churchill Private Hospital Trust offers Community donations to eligible groups within the Marlborough region, through an application process. As part of this programme we will be highlighting some of the initiatives that have benefited from Churchill’s support. Applicants from local groups and clubs can apply for funding from Churchill to support their work or event which directly benefits the health and wellbeing of the Marlborough community. Churchill Community Grant recipient, … [Read more...] about Supporting the youngest in our community
Advanced technology designed for digital precision and accuracy in total knee replacement is available now
Churchill Hospital now offers the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution, the latest advancement that helps surgeons perform knee replacement surgery that is tailored to each patient with the goal to get patients back to life faster. In 2020 there were approximately 8,000 primary knee replacements performed in New Zealand.1 Patients are often looking for the latest technology as they aim for improved outcomes, increased movement, and shortened recovery time. Every knee is different, as is every … [Read more...] about Advanced technology designed for digital precision and accuracy in total knee replacement is available now
Important Covid Information to help us keep you, our patients and staff safe
Mask guidelines Whilst it is no longer mandatory for people to wear masks in healthcare facilities, if you feel more comfortable wearing a mask into our facility then please feel free to continue to do so. Have you had a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months? To ensure your upcoming surgery can proceed, it is imperative you let us know if you have tested positive for Covid-19 at any time in the 3 months prior to your surgery date. Guidelines from the Ministry of Health and the … [Read more...] about Important Covid Information to help us keep you, our patients and staff safe
Women’s Summer of Cricket season in full swing
Churchill Hospital is proudly continuing their sponsorship of Marlborough Cricket’s “Women's Summer of Cricket” for the 2022/23 season. Now in it’s fourth year, the Women's Summer of Cricket is a social 6-a-side competition which runs from November to Mid March, with festival days at the beginning and end of the season. Community Cricket Development Manager at Marlborough Cricket, Eden Pettigrew, says there are currently 10 teams taking part this season with room for more. Ages … [Read more...] about Women’s Summer of Cricket season in full swing
Safety in the Garden
Warm up As with any form of physical exercise, warming up your joints and muscles before heading into the garden to prune, dig or plant is important to prevent injury. While gardening is a great low-impact workout, joint specialists at Churchill advise taking a few minutes before picking up your trowel or spade to do a few gentle stretches to warm up so you can enjoy being in the garden for longer. You can find a few suggestions from Churchill Orthopaedic surgeon Rick Wilson … [Read more...] about Safety in the Garden
