A Noosa doctor with the ‘biggest heart’ is being celebrated for his amazing career after serving the community for nearly 50 years.
Dr Mark Newbold, who is retiring from the medical practice, has been a respected general practitioner for many years, before attending Eden Private Hospital as an experienced senior medical officer.
He is known by those around him as a remarkable man dedicated to a life service of medicine and care to all that he treated.
To celebrate the amazing career of Dr Mark and to wish him well in retirement, Eden Private Hospital invite all members of the Sunshine Coast community to attend the official retirement party at the Cooroy RSL on Sunday 12 February.
Dr Mark has never been one to shy away from hard work.
This is reflected by his years of training in medicine and general practice, professional development, and his work ethic; often attending the hospital both day and night. He has always been a strong advocate for his patients and provided holistic and compassionate care.
In 1975, he graduated from the University of Queensland. Following the completion of his studies he spent five years within the hospital system in locations across Tasmania and Western Australia.
From 1981, Dr Mark worked as a general practitioner in the Noosa area and from 2012, he has worked as a senior medical officer in rehabilitation and sub-acute medicine at Eden Private Hospital.
He will be greatly missed by patients and colleagues alike.
“We know this won’t be the last you’ll see of him, and you may even run into Dr Mark embracing his retirement out and about on the Sunshine Coast, and being a role model in Eden’s outpatient gym,” hospital staff said.
“The smiles you have put on the faces of patients and staff at Eden is priceless. Thank you for making Eden Private Hospital a place of healing, encouragement and positivity.”
Dr Mark will be remembered for his sense of humour and willingness to get involved in all staff activities – including the theme dress ups and costume choices.
“He had the biggest heart for all patients and staff, always made himself available to mentor and educate others,” another staff member said.
His presence truly brightened the day of many patients and family members. His nature and bedside manner made the tough times a little bit easier.
“I will miss the kindness and compassion he showed me during a vulnerable time in my life when I was unwell and recovering from surgery,” a patient said.
Don’t miss the celebration for Dr Mark at the Cooroy RSL on Sunday 12 February. The celebrations will begin at 3pm with food and drinks available for purchase.
