I just wanted to share you with a glimpse of my week, and how honoured I am to be a doctor helping the community!
Firstly, I had the pleasure of being invited to speak at the @terrywhitechemmartpacpines diabetes workshop.
Not only did the attendees have access to a very knowledgeable dietician, @be.wellfed, we also went through the different types of diabetes, symptoms, how best to manage it and they had the chance to speak to the brilliant pharmacy team.
And to top that off, at the end of the day I was shifting through my emails, and I received a message... Read More
.7 million on Endometriosis?…What’s that? 🤔 Well let me explain.
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 Australian women and it is when the cells similar to those in the womb grow in other parts of the body. This can lead to a number of debilitating symptoms such as pelvic pain, painful irregular periods, bowel problems, exhaustion and mental health problems just to name a few.
And here’s the great news! 👏🎉 A National Action Plan for Endometriosis has just been launched in Australia. The government will be putting .7 million towards researching better treatment, raising more awareness and understanding over the... Read More
This evening I attended an informative women’s health update event held by Pindara Private Hospital.
In case you didn’t know, the cervical screening program has changed and it’s now offered to those aged 25-74 every 5 years. You will be due your first test aged 25 or 2 years after your last PAP smear. And of course if you have any symptoms such as abnormal bleeding, pain or discharge seek medical advice sooner.
Medicine is always changing and it’s vital as a General Practitioner to keep up to date to give you the best possible treatment.
Not only do lips fillers make lips look fuller and hydrated but they also help to reduce fine lines around the mouth that can happen as we age.
These lines are often called ‘smokers lines’ and although you may not be a smoker they occur due to the repeated muscular action of the mouth during movement.
But have no fear as they are easy to treat with lip fillers being just one option!
This lovely lady had 1ml of filler with an excellent effect. Just look at that gorgeous pout 💋
Treatment time is under 20 minutes and results are expected to last... Read More
What a fantastic day! I had the honour of being invited to speak at the @terrywhitechemmartpacpines diabetes workshop.
Not only did the attendees have access to a very knowledgeable dietician, @be.wellfed, we also went through the different types of diabetes, symptoms, how best to manage it and they had the chance to speak to the brilliant pharmacy team.
Thank you for everyone who came and I look forward to the next one!
If you have any concerns or questions about diabetes, feel free to pop by and see me in clinic.
