Mental Health

Mental Health is more than just mental illness. Poor mental health can prevent you from coping with the stresses of daily life, working productively and enjoying life to its fullest.

Do you feel:

•    Anxious or worried
•    Depressed or unhappy
•    Quiet or withdrawn
•    Guilty or worthless

Have you noticed changes in your behaviour or feelings, weight or appetite? Do you have problems sleeping? You could be suffering from poor mental health, book an appointment today with one of our GP’s to discuss this. You may be eligible for a Mental Health Care Plan Referral which entitles you to Medicare rebatable services from a Psychologist. For more information there is an Access to Mental Health Care – Patient Information Sheet available to read and print.

Chronic Disease Management

A chronic disease is one that has been (or is likely to be) present for six months or longer, for example, asthma, cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, musculoskeletal conditions and stroke.

Our doctors can prepare management plans to coordinate the care and treatment of your illness. You may be eligible for a GP Management Plan (GPMP) or a Team Care Arrangement (TCA) which entitles you to Medicare rebatable services from a large range of Allied Health Services. For more information there is a Chronic Disease Management – Patient Information Sheet available to read and print.

Diabetes & Asthma

Diabetes

There are different types of diabetes including Type 1 & Type 2, Gestational Diabetes and Impaired Glucose Tolerance that can affect your body from top to bottom. You may feel you are at risk or already have been diagnosed with Diabetes. Book an appointment today with one of our doctors to discuss your symptoms and risk factors or your current treatment. You may be eligible for an Annual Diabetes Cycle of Care which is a checklist designed to assist you keep your Diabetes controlled and your health care on track. Our nursing team can also assist you in the use of blood glucose monitors.  For more information there is a Diabetes Annual Cycle of Care – Patient Brochure available to read and print. Below we have listed links to informative websites:

https://www.ndss.com.au – National Diabetes Services Scheme

http://www.diabetesqld.org.au – Diabetes Queensland

Asthma

Asthma affects people of all ages and can be diagnosed at any stage during our lifetime. The most common symptoms of Asthma are breathlessness, wheezing, tight feelings in the chest and continuing coughing. Book an appointment today with one of our doctors to discuss your symptoms and risk factors or your current treatment. You may be eligible for an Annual Asthma Cycle of Care, Asthma Control Test or an Asthma Action Plan. Our nursing team can also assist you in the use of puffers and spacers. Below we have listed links to informative websites:

http://www.nationalasthma.org.au – National Asthma Council Australia

http://www.asthmaaustralia.org.au/qld – Queensland Asthma Foundation

Health Assessments

A health assessment is a plan of care that identifies the specific needs of a person and can also coordinate the person’s health care. You may be eligible for a Health Assessment if you:

•    are aged 45 – 49 years of age and are at risk of developing a chronic disease or type 2 diabetes
•    are aged 75 years or older
•    live in a residential aged care facility
•    have an intellectual disability
•    are a refugee
•    are a former Australian Defence Force personnel
•    identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Patients

To help ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people receive primary health care matched to their needs our doctors can assist with early detection, diagnosis and treatment for common conditions.

There are 3 health assessments available to different age groups to assist in their physical, psychological and social wellbeing. Health Assessments are available to children under 15 years old, adults between 15 and 55 years old and patients aged 55 years and older.

Once a health assessment has been completed, patients are eligible for further support and treatment from practice nurses or allied health services.

The closing the gap program is available to patients who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander living with, or at risk of, chronic disease. Once enrolled in the program, eligible patients will benefit from lower or no costs when purchasing PBS medications.

Book an appointment today with one of our doctors to find out how we can assist your healthcare needs.

Childhood and Adult Vaccination

Immunisation remains the safest and most effective way to stop the spread of many of the world’s most infectious diseases. Immunisation is a simple, safe and highly effective way of protecting children and adults from harmful diseases before they come into contact with them.We can provide childhood immunisation and assist in keeping your child’s immunisation status up to date with Medicare.

For more information on the current immunisation program please visit:

http://www.immunise.health.gov.au/internet/immunise/publishing.nsf/Content/Home

As an adult are you planning on travelling or do you need an immunisation for work or to prepare for the arrival of a new baby? We can provide a range of adult immunisations. Please book an appointment today t discuss this with your doctor.

ECG, Spirometry & Ear Irrigation

Our treatment room has various equipment to help diagnose and treat a range of health issues. If you are experiencing chest pain, hearing loss or ear pain, problems with breathing or lung function please book an appointment with our doctors today.

Women’s & Men’s Health

Women’s Health

Our doctors are available to discuss, advise and treat all women’s health issues including breast health, endometriosis, menopause, cervical and ovarian cancer & sexual health.  Our doctors can provide important preventative screening including breast exams and pap smears.

Men’s Health

Our doctors are available to discuss, advise and treat all Men’s health issues including male-pattern baldness, erectile dysfunction, prostate & bowel cancer, & sexual health.  Our doctors can organise important preventative screening including prostate exams.

Workplace & Driving Medicals

Our doctors can complete different medicals upon request. If your employer requires you to complete a Pre-Employment Medical or you have to complete a medical for the Department of Transport please contact our reception team to book a time with our doctor and nurse team.

You will need to provide the paperwork to be completed for your medical.

Workers Compensation

If you have been injured at work our doctors are equipped to help you get back to work as soon as possible. If you have an approved Workers Compensation Claim please bring the details of your claim to your appointments.

If you do not have a Workers Compensation Claim please be aware the cost of the consultation will have to be paid for at the time of visit. For more information regarding Workers Compensation Claims please visit:

https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/ – Work Cover QLD

Minor Procedures & Removal of Skin Lesions

Have you had a skin check lately? Our doctors can perform minor procedures including removing skin lesions, warts, cysts and ulcers. Book in today to discuss your concerns with our doctors.

Ante-Natal & Maternity Shared Care

Are you expecting a new arrival soon? Book an appointment today with one of our doctors. We can help organise health screening for you and your baby as well as organise your maternal care at either a public hospital or a private obstetrician.  There are many aspects of ante-natal care and our doctors can help you through all stages and symptoms of your pregnancy.

 Aged Care

As we get older our health needs change. We can provide health assessments to patients aged 75 years and older. A health assessment provides a structured way of identifying health issues and conditions that are potentially preventable or amenable to interventions in order to improve health and/or quality of life.

 

Our doctors and nursing team may be able to organise assistance from Allied Health Professionals and in home assistance if required. We can also assist in organising referrals to Aged Care Assessment Teams.

Skin/Melanoma & Sun Spot Checks

Doctors use a number of tools and techniques to examine skin thoroughly, beyond what the naked eye can see. In addition to self-checking regularly you should have a professional skin check once a year. It is also important to get a professional skin check by a doctor if anything suspicious appears, in addition to having your annual skin check.

For more information on skin health please visit:

http://www.cancerinstitute.org.au/prevention-and-early-detection/public-education-campaigns/skin-cancer-prevention

Family Planning

Family planning covers a wide variety of issues. Whether you are planning a pregnancy, have fallen pregnant unexpectedly or are trying not to fall pregnant; our doctors can give you support, advise and treatment options.

We have doctors who can perform Implanon insertions and removals. If you are wanting this procedure please advise our reception team at the time of booking.

For more information on reproductive health and family planning please visit: http://www.fpnsw.org.au/ – Family Planning NSW