Forté News
Forté Health smashes emissions targets years before deadline
Forté Health has reduced its carbon emissions by 15% in the last three years, shaving a quarter off its electricity usage in the process.
Celebrating 45 years of service!
Nine Forté Health staff have been recognised for their service and success at a special function held earlier this month.
Surgeries to proceed on Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day
Forté Hospital will be open for surgery on Monday 26 September to enable patients to access scheduled treatments.
Forté team out in force to support Māia Health Foundation’s child and youth mental health project
Kahurangi has been announced as the name of Canterbury’s new child and youth mental health outpatient facility – and the Forté Health team is delighted to stand alongside Māia to bring it to life.
Supporting careers with real and relevant training – Forté’s industry-leading education portfolio
Debbie and Alice are two of Forté’s latest graduates – and the smiles say it all. “I’ve absolutely thrived on the training – it’s been amazing,” says Debbie.
Important: Winter Health Update
With Influenza and other winter illnesses, including COVID-19, prevalent in the community we all need to take extra care to keep everyone safe. If you are scheduled for surgery at Forté Hospital please read this latest update.
Forté responds to ever-changing diabetes care landscape
A Forté Health initiative that puts patients at the centre of their diabetes management has been praised by patients and staff.
Surgical milestone reached as HoLEPs hit 100!
Giovanni Losco is celebrating a milestone surgery, as he completes his 100th HoLEP operation – a modern surgical solution to a common complaint for men.
Taking a break to support post-operative care
A new initiative at Forté Hospital to stop and pause during post-operative handover has been applauded by staff, anaesthetists and the Ministry of Health.
COVID-19 Update from Forté Health
Forté Health has updated its COVID-19 testing requirements, with all patients now required to self-administer a RAT test prior to arrival at Forté Health. If you're coming to Forté Health please check our COVID-19 Requirements page prior to your surgery.
Forté Health achieves top marks from auditors
Forté Health is once again setting the standard for hospital care in Christchurch – achieving an extended four-year certification from the Ministry of Health.
Stop the talk and step up to the global crisis that is not Covid-19
Christchurch urologist, and one of Forté Health's founding surgeons, Stephen Mark urges the health sector not to forget about the crisis that’s been described as ‘code red for humanity’ in this personal opinion piece.