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Our experienced team specializes in managing chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, arthritis, and cancer. We provide personalized care plans to help you effectively manage these conditions and enhance your quality of life.

At MedStar Medical Centre, we understand the challenges that come with managing chronic conditions, and we are here to provide comprehensive and personalized care to enhance your quality of life. Our dedicated team of experienced healthcare professionals is committed to helping you effectively manage chronic conditions and achieve better health outcomes. Conveniently located in Redbank Plains, our chronic conditions services are designed to support you every step of the way.

Our Chronic Conditions Services:

Diabetes Management: Our healthcare providers specialize in diabetes care, offering guidance on medication management, blood sugar monitoring, lifestyle adjustments, and education to empower you to manage your condition effectively.

Heart Disease Care: Managing heart diseases requires a multifaceted approach. We provide expert guidance on medication management, lifestyle modifications, and regular monitoring to support your heart health.

Hypertension Management: High blood pressure can have serious health implications. Our healthcare professionals offer personalized strategies to help you manage hypertension and lower your risk of related complications.

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Care: Our experienced team provides comprehensive care for individuals with CKD, offering guidance on diet, medication management, and monitoring to slow disease progression.

Arthritis Management: Living with arthritis can be challenging. We offer personalized approaches to manage arthritis symptoms, reduce pain, and improve your overall quality of life.

Cancer Support: For individuals living with cancer, our healthcare providers offer supportive care, symptom management, and guidance to help you navigate your cancer journey.

Comprehensive Care Plans: We work closely with you to create personalized care plans tailored to your specific chronic condition, ensuring that your treatment is aligned with your individual needs and goals.

Lifestyle Guidance: Our healthcare professionals provide guidance on adopting healthier lifestyle habits, including nutrition, exercise, stress management, and other strategies to improve your overall well-being.

Regular Monitoring: Regular check-ups and monitoring are essential for managing chronic conditions effectively. We provide ongoing assessments to track your progress and make necessary adjustments to your care plan.

At MedStar Medical Centre, we are dedicated to supporting you in effectively managing chronic conditions and achieving a higher quality of life. Our chronic conditions services, delivered by experienced and compassionate healthcare providers, reflect our commitment to your health and well-being. Contact us today to schedule an appointment or to learn more about how we can support your chronic conditions needs. Your health is our priority, and we are here to help you live your best life despite the challenges of chronic conditions.

Patient Information

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Appointments

Welcome to MedStar Medical Centre! If you’re a new patient, kindly bring along a valid Medicare Card and Photo ID. To streamline your experience, we request that you arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled consultation to complete a New Patient Registration Form. Alternatively, you can conveniently access this form online and bring it with you to your next appointment.

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Our appointment scheduling ensures that each patient is allocated 10-15 minutes, with every effort made to accommodate your preferred time. Please note that emergencies will receive priority attention. For those requiring more extensive consultation, extended appointment slots are available upon request.

When scheduling your appointment, please inform our reception if your visit pertains to minor surgery, medical assessments, work cover matters, pap screening, test result discussions, or necessitates an extended appointment.

While we strive to adhere to our daily appointment schedule, the nature of healthcare sometimes leads to unforeseen delays, particularly with urgent and complex cases. If you observe that we might be running behind schedule, we encourage you to check with our reception staff for updates.

In our commitment to delivering top-notch medical care to all patients, we kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation in instances where delays occur. Given that there are often patients awaiting appointments, we greatly appreciate your prompt communication if you’re unable to make your scheduled appointment. Please be aware that failure to cancel a doctor’s appointment in advance may result in a fee.

Thank you for entrusting us with your healthcare needs. We look forward to providing you with exceptional medical services at MedStar Medical Centre.

Fees

At MedStar Medical Centre, our esteemed medical practitioners operate on a private billing basis for their services. This entails that there will be an associated out-of-pocket expense for your consultation. Kindly be prepared to settle your fees on the day of your scheduled appointment.

Please note that fees may differ based on the specific doctor you’re seeing. For additional information regarding fee structures, we recommend reaching out to our dedicated reception team. They will be more than happy to provide you with further details and address any inquiries you may have.

Prescriptions, Referrals and Medical Certificates

At MedStar Medical Centre, we strictly adhere to Australian legislation, which mandates that prescriptions or referrals can only be provided subsequent to a scheduled consultation. We uphold the utmost professionalism in our services and believe in according them the appropriate consideration they warrant.

It’s important to note that any form of medical certificate carries legal significance and mirrors the expert judgment of our physicians. To ensure accuracy and integrity, our doctors issue Sickness and Work Cover certificates when necessary, and these typically necessitate a consultation arranged through an appointment.

Rest assured that we prioritize the quality and legality of our medical documents, and we’re committed to maintaining the highest standards of care at all times.

Patients and Visitors

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