Plain-English guides from our bulk billing GP clinic at 676 Burke Road. Skin checks, vaccinations, women's health, chronic conditions and what to expect at your appointment, written for patients in Camberwell and across Boroondara.
The questions our Camberwell GPs and reception team hear most often, answered in one place.
Who is eligible, what Medicare covers and what to bring to your first visit.
Read guide Skin checksRisk factors, how often to come in, and what a full skin check involves.
Read guide VaccinationsWhich free vaccines your child is due for, and when, under the National Immunisation Program.
Read guide Women's healthScreening, contraception and the conversations worth having at each stage of life.
Read guideOur articles are general health information for patients of Camberwell Health. They don't replace a consultation, so please book with one of our GPs for advice about your own health. In an emergency, call 000.
Every year around this time, patients start asking the same question: is it time for my flu shot yet? The answer depends a little on timing and a little on who you are, and getting both right makes a real difference to how well protected you are through the winter months. This article covers who
Flu Vaccination: Who Should Get It and When Read More »
If you have been thinking about seeing a psychologist or counsellor but have hesitated because of cost, a mental health care plan Camberwell patients can access through their GP is worth understanding properly. It is one of the more genuinely useful pieces of the Medicare system, but it is also one of the least explained,
Getting a Mental Health Care Plan: How It Works and What It Covers Read More »
If you have been dragging yourself through the day for weeks and coffee has stopped helping, you are not imagining it. Persistent fatigue is one of the most common reasons patients book in with a GP at Camberwell Health, and low iron is one of the most common and most fixable causes we find. This
Why Am I So Tired? Iron Deficiency and When Infusions Are Considered Read More »
The start of the school year has a way of surfacing every form a school or childcare centre needs, and immunisation records are often near the top of that pile. If you have realised your child is behind on their vaccination schedule, or you are not entirely sure where things stand, January is a good
School Immunisation Catch-Ups: What Parents Need to Know Read More »
As the weather warms up and singlets, shorts and swimwear come back out, it is worth taking a proper look at your skin before summer really gets going. Most moles are completely harmless. But knowing what a concerning mole actually looks like, rather than vaguely worrying about “that spot,” makes it far easier to know
The ABCDE of Moles: What to Look For Before Summer Read More »
Booking your first full body skin check is one of those things people put off simply because they do not know what to expect. Will you need to undress completely? Will it be uncomfortable? Is it going to take five minutes or fifty? These are completely normal questions, and this article answers them plainly, step
What Actually Happens During a Full Body Skin Check Read More »
Pre-employment medicals are a standard part of the hiring process in many industries, from construction and mining to healthcare, transport, and community services. Whether you’re an employer wanting to understand your obligations or a job seeker preparing for a medical assessment, this guide covers the key things you need to know. Camberwell Health in Camberwell
Pre-Employment Medicals: What Employers and Workers Need to Know Read More »
Telehealth has become a permanent and valued part of general practice in Australia. What started as a rapid expansion during the COVID-19 pandemic has continued as a genuine alternative for many patients who need GP care but can’t easily attend in person. At Camberwell Health in Camberwell, telehealth appointments are available for eligible patients and
How Telehealth GP Appointments Work and When to Use One Read More »
This post contains clinical information about a medical treatment. It is recommended for review by a credentialled GP at the practice before publishing. Platelet Rich Plasma therapy — commonly known as PRP — has attracted considerable attention in recent years as a treatment option for both medical and cosmetic purposes. It’s a procedure that uses
What Is PRP Therapy and How Does It Work? Read More »
This post contains information about cosmetic medical procedures. It is recommended for review by a credentialled GP at the practice before publishing. In accordance with TGA advertising guidelines, no product brand names are used in this content. If you’ve been curious about cosmetic injectables but aren’t sure which treatment is which, you’re not alone. Anti-wrinkle
Dermal Fillers vs Anti-Wrinkle Injections: What’s the Difference? Read More »