Metropol Medical Centre offers comprehensive Health Programmes to prevent development of chronic disease.
Annual Checkups including 75+ and Health Assessments
Discover your potential risks for development of chronic disease and implement strategies to prevent life threatening conditions such as heart disease, diabetes or stroke. Includes medical examinations and risk assessment. Please let the staff know at the time of booking so a longer time can be allocated and blood tests arranged.
45 - 49 Health Checks
Are you between 45- 49 years? We offer a Chronic Disease Risk Assessment. Government incentives to do check ups for 45 to 49 year olds mean that the first of your annual checks can be Medicare funded in full.
Diabetes Clinics
Diabetes is one of the major diseases in our community and increasing. This comprehensive health program is conducted on an ongoing basis and aims to prevent or reduce the complications associated with diabetes. We provide education, assessment and regular monitoring to all diabetics from the time of initial diagnosis as well as screening for early detection.
Home Medicine Reviews HMR
If you are confused with your medicines or take 5 or more medicines your GP may refer you for a HMR. This is an on-site or home service provided by our accredited HMR pharmacist free of charge and is followed by a review by your GP.
Immunisations
Childhood Immunisations - Pneumococcal, Meningococcal and Chickenpox vaccines. Boostrix - free for 15-17 year olds (adults diphtheria tetanus whooping cough vaccine). Bulk-billing is at the discretion of the doctor. Travel vaccination and advice also available.
Gardasil Vaccine
This is the vaccine to prevent cancer of the cervix and pre-cancerous abnormalities of the cervix. For more information contact reception staff.
Maintaining Your Health
This is one of our key focus areas
- Cholesterol Checks and Total Body Fat and Muscle Analysis (VLA).
- ECG's and Spirometry.
- Child Health and Behavioural Issues.
- Care Plans.
Womens Health
You can feel comfortable talking to a doctor who understands your problems. We have three female GPs. Contraception; Pap Smears; Sexual Health; Family Planning; Breast Checks; Ante and Post Natal Care; Pelvic Pain; HRT & Natural Therapy; Menopause
Mens Health
Blood Pressure Checks; Cholesterol Checks; Diet; Weight Management; Exercise; Quit Smoking, Depression, Stress Management; Sexual Health.
Podiatrist
Our Clinic Podiatrist Emilia Bran is able to care for all of your foot care needs and is available after hours for your convenience.
Psychologist
Our Psychologist is someone who can teach you how to solve problems in all areas of your life - gain confidence and problem solving techniques. Special interests in Depression and Anxiety and highly experienced in counselling post traumatic stress disorder sufferers. You may qualify for Medicare funded consultations - enquire with your GP or reception.