Chronic Disease Clinics

(GP Management Plans)

If you suffer from a chronic illness, you may be eligible for GP Management Plan. Your GP Management Plan will be specifically tailored to your health needs and will:

• List the actions you can take to help manage your condition
• Set goals for your treatment
• Set out the services to be provided by your GP
• Be regularly reviewed, at least 6 monthly, ensuring the plan changes along with your needs

As part of your plan, referrals can be made to Allied Health professionals e.g. Dieticians, Exercise Physiotherapists, and Podiatrists etc. With these referrals in place, Medicare will give rebates for the services. There may be a small fee, but this will be determined by your Allied Health Professional.
Chronic Disease Clinics requires a 60-minute appointment with our Practice Nurse and a standard appointment with your regular doctor following the nurse consult.

Health Assessment for Patients 75 years old and over

 
As we get older, many of us become more vulnerable to illness. The Federal Government has recognised this and has introduced an annual health check for everyone over the age of 75.
The aim of the health check is to identify, prevent or lessen the effect of disease processes and identify any areas where assistance may be required to improve your lifestyle. The nurse will also identify any needs or services required at home.
It is preferred that the health check be performed in your home with one of our nurses. Alternatively, it can be done in the surgery.

If you would like a 75+ years Health Assessment please contact reception.

Home Medication Reviews

 
If you are on multiple medications or having difficulty managing your medication, your GP may organise for your Pharmacist to visit you at home to review all your medications including over the counter medications and any aids used (e.g. puffers and spacers). The pharmacist will forward a report to your GP and you will be asked to see your GP for the review.

Specialist Referrals

 
You are required to see your doctor prior to your specialist appointment in order to arrange a referral. We cannot give you referral letter without an appointment with your doctor. The specialist will be advised via referral letter of relevant aspects of your health information so as to enable the specialist to manage your condition appropriately. Lost or misplaced referral will incur a $20 fee (Not claimable through Medicare).

Repeat (ongoing) Referrals

 
You must see your doctor for a repeat referral. This enables your doctor to monitor your ongoing health issues, update any other details, and ensures effective communication with your specialist. The referral letters are usually valid for 12 months only.

Health Assessment for Patients 45 to 49 years old

 
The Federal Government introduced a Health Check for all patients aged between 45 and 49 who may be at risk of developing a health complaint, such as diabetes, heart disease or other long-term chronic diseases.

The aim of the health check is to help identify, prevent or lessen the effect of the disease – it is better to avoid disease than to treat it. This health check will give us the opportunity to look at your lifestyle and medical/family history to determine if you are at risk. Available upon request. The nurse conducts the assessment and you are then seen by your GP to discuss the findings.

Women’s Health

 
Our doctors cover all aspects of women’s health to provide advice, support and direction for any issues you may experience, including:

• Breast care
• Cervical Screening Tests (HPV Pap Smears)
• Menstruation
• Reproductive health
• Sexually transmitted infections
• Menopause
• Endometriosis
• Incontinence

Men’s health

 
Our doctors are here to support your health concerns. We manage a wide range of men’s health matters including:

• Puberty
• Sexually transmitted infections
• Reproductive health
• Hormones
• Erectile dysfunction
• Prostate health

Children’s Health

 
It is important to assess and monitor the growth and development of your children. We are pleased to support you in this role by providing the following services and assessments for your child.

• Immunisations
• Physical activity
• Behavioural patterns

Ear Syringe

 
Ear Syringe is performed by your doctor to remove stubborn ear wax blockage.

ECG

 
An ECG can be performed at the clinic by nursing staff and reviewed by the doctor. It takes approximately 15 minutes.

Vaccinations & Injections

Vaccinations and injections are performed by a nurse. Please make sure to book an appointment with nurse as well as your regular GP.

Child Immunisations (2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 4 years)