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Managing Back Pain with Physiotherapy
Do you suffer from back pain? Have a spinal injury or condition that is not improving? Did you know that physiotherapy is the cornerstone for any back-related treatment? Today we present a guest blog post courtesy of physiotherapy group Kieser Australia to address some of these problems… The Spinal Program was developed by Kieser
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Welcoming Dr Timothy Staunton-Smith
A very warm welcome to the latest addition to CBD Doctors Melbourne – Dr Timothy Staunton-Smith. Dr Timothy Staunton-Smith Dr Tim Staunton-Smith graduated from the University of Queensland in 1995 and completed his General Practice Fellowship in 2000. He has worked as a General Practitioner in Queensland (predominately Brisbane), Sydney, London, Gippsland and Melbourne. Tim
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Managing patients with serious illnesses, cancer and palliative care patients
At CBD Doctors Melbourne we are proud to offer individualised medical care to patients with chronic illnesses, chronic pain, terminal illnesses, patients with complex care needs and also palliative care patients. Patients who are ongoing different treatments including chemotherapy are welcome to our practice, particularly patients who experience side effects of chemotherapy. We would work
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Holiday Season Travel Advice
Warm weather and the Christmas season are knocking on our doors! The holiday season is beckoning and many of us are finally finding time off from our daily routines. Many of us will pack our suitcases to travel aboard, as exotic overseas destinations become more affordable each year. To help ensure that your expensive trip
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Welcoming Dr Natasha Mitik-Dineva
A very warm welcome to the latest additions to CBD Doctors Melbourne – Dr Natasha Mitik-Dineva. Dr Natasha Mitik-Dineva Dr Natasha Mitik-Dineva is a Fellow of Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, having completed a Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr Mitik-Dineva is accredited to provide Shared Care (maternity) with The Northern and Mercy Hospitals
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Full Body Skin Cancer/Mole Checks at CBD Doctors Melbourne
Full Body Skin Cancer/Mole Checks at CBD Doctors Melbourne Melanoma is the most common skin cancer in people aged between 15 and 25 years old. At the CBD Doctors Melbourne we provide whole body skin/mole checks in order to both detect skin cancers and follow up spots that may potentially transform into cancer. Our
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IUD (Intra-Uterine Device) Insertion at CBD Doctors Melbourne
At CBD Doctors we provide consultations regarding contraception. One of the long-term contraceptive methods we promote is the IUD (Intra-Uterine Device). Dr Filip Vukasin and Dr Natasha Mitik-Dineva both perform IUD insertions at CBD Doctors Melbourne. Below is an article from Dr Vukasin The intra-uterine device is undergoing a resurgence thanks in large part to
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Asthma and Hay-fever
“If you sneeze and wheeze – think of asthma, please” Are you ready for summer? Are you allergic to pollen? Do you suffer from hay-fever or asthma? Hay-fever Allergic rhinitis, commonly referred to as hay fever, is the most common allergic disorder in Australia and New Zealand. It is often underdiagnosed, undertreated and often sub-optimally
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Q发烧疫苗
您可以在澳大利亚接种Q热病疫苗，该疫苗预防Q热的有效率为83%-100%。 Q热疫苗适用于15岁及以上人群。在接种疫苗前，接种者需要接受血液和皮肤测试，以确定接种者之前没有接触过Q热或接种过该疫苗 – 已接触过Q热的人若接受接种将会产生严重不良反应。 CBD Doctors墨尔本提供Q热血液和皮肤测试。如果患者之前未接触过Q热，则可以预约一周后接受Q热疫苗接种。随后，CBD Doctors的医生会将您的免疫状态上传到澳大利亚Q热登记处。
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Full Body Skin / Mole Checks at CBD Doctors Melbourne
Book Appointment What should I expect during my Full Body Skin Check appointment? At the beginning of your skin check appointment, we will go through a few questions before giving you a gown and ask you to dress down to your underwear. The doctor will complete a comprehensive head-to-toe skin check using a specialist handheld
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Medical Termination of Pregnancy / Abortion (MTOP)
Medical Termination of Pregnancy / Abortion (MTOP) At the CBD Doctors Melbourne we provide both pregnancy counselling and medical terminations. As this can be a very stressful time for both partners all of the doctors and staff at CBD Doctors Melbourne provide all the necessary investigation, treatment, follow up and counselling. All of our doctors
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IVF, fertility and egg freezing – the conversation we need to have
We are living in a fast developing and changing society where people are able to be more organised, live longer and enjoy a better quality of life. We are becoming more educated, more ambitious, working more efficiently and using all technologies available to us for faster and more accurate results. Women in this day and
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Updates in Obesity Part 3 of 3 – How to take control
We know now that after losing weight hunger level increases. Any exercise helps. Exercise is so much more than simply burning calories – it also reduces inflammation that is involved in trajectory of positive obesity management. An added benefit is that muscle loss is also prevented. The current recommendation is to be involved in some
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Updates in Obesity Part 2 of 3 – Myths and Diets
In part two of this three part series, Dr Jelena Radosavljevic from CBD Doctors Melbourne will discuss myths and the diets used to control obesity – both the good and the bad. Click here to read Updates in Obesity – Myths and Diets Part 1 Although we have not found a magic pill we have
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Updates in Obesity Part 1 of 3 – The chronic disease epidemic
We need to live with the fact obesity is a chronic disease much like hypertension and diabetes. It requires both a multidisciplinary approach and on-going care. In this three part series, Dr Jelena Radosavljevic from CBD Doctors Melbourne will discuss myths, diets and the best way to take control of this epidemic. In this century
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The 2019 Influenza (Flu) Season is upon us!
Influenza, or “Flu” is a viral illness caused by a very potent virus which can cause lots of complications including pneumonia, respiratory failure and death. It contributes to 3000 of deaths in Australia every year. Video provided with permission from Immunisation Coalition It spreads quickly by droplets from close contact – from talking, coughing or
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Tele-Health @ CBD Doctors Melbourne
Tele-health consultations is a new service being offered by CBD Doctors Melbourne which has been designed to assist both new and existing patients that are unable to attend the practice in person. A Tele-health appointment allows the same level of care to patients that a face-to-face consultation would provide. If a medication prescription, referral, Pathology
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Your Medical Kit for Travel
Any time you are planning on travelling overseas (and particularly to either remote areas or third world countries), it may be a good idea to talk to your doctor about medications that you may need during your trip. If you are travelling often it may be smart to keep a travel medical kit for
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Coronavirus – Is Melbourne at risk?
As has been reported in the news, the latest strain of Coronavirus has broken out in Wuhan, China – with over 800 confirmed cases at the time of writing throughout South-East Asia and as far as the United States. Similar to previous MERS and SARS outbreaks in recent years, the Wuhan coronavirus often presents with
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Q Fever Vaccinations
If you are planning to be employed to work on an animal farm, in a laboratory, abattoir, or any meat handling industry you would need to have Q- fever vaccine. The risk of becoming infected with Q fever is highest in the first few years of exposure. Here at CBD Doctors we provide Q Fever vaccination to
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Holiday Season Travel Advice
Warm weather and the Christmas season are knocking on our doors! The holiday season is beckoning and many of us are finally finding time off from our daily routines. Many of us will pack our suitcases to travel aboard, as exotic overseas destinations become more affordable each year. To help ensure that your expensive trip
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Flu Vaccines Available Now!
Flu vaccines available now at CBD Doctors Melbourne! We are offering four strain vaccines only this year for extra coverage and they are available earlier than in previous years. For Medicare card holders, consultations are Bulk Billed! Please call us on (03) 9077 9912 or book on the link below. https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/melbourne-VIC-3000/cbd-doctors-melbourne/doctors For travellers and Private
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Are you protected against Meningococcal disease?
We have recently seen more urgency around ensuring that our population is protected from Meningococcal disease. From time to time we observe a spike in cases and it’s always important to ensure we are vigilant particularly around more vulnerable members of our community. There is no single vaccine to protect against meningococcal disease. The governement
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EMDR Therapy
Unblock Confidence, Creativity and Happiness! Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EDMR) reduces the influence of distressing memories, freeing us to live our life more fully. Stress / Anxiety / Panic Relationships Parenting Work and Sports Performance Confidence Leadership Effectiveness Public Speaking Bullying Medical Procedures Criticism or Harsh Upbringing Complicated Loss and Grief Phobias Trauma /PTSD Car Accidents
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Welcome Jennifer Donnelly- Accredited Practising Dietitian
A very warm welcome to Jennifer Donnelly, who is no stranger to the CBD. Ask us about her services! Jennifer Donnelly is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with qualifications including a Master of Dietetics and Graduate Certificate of Human Nutrition from Deakin University. She also has over 10 year’s experience as a Medical Scientist within research
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Welcome Kerryn Davison- Clinical Psychologist
Kerryn is a Clinical Psychologist who has been a practicing within inner Melbourne for the past 15 years. Since completing her postgraduate studies with Austin Health, Kerryn has gained extensive experience assisting with a broad range of issues that Melbournians experience on a daily basis. Kerryn works Wednesdays with us at CBD Doctors Melbourne and
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Welcome Ilan Lohr – Clinical Psychologist
We are very happy to welcome Mr Ilan Lohr to our team as a part of our new Clinical Psychology service offering. Mr Lohr is a registered Clinical Psychologist with 12 years of clinical experience. Having attained his Masters in Counselling Psychology from Harvard University, Ilan went on to attain his Masters in Clinical Psychology from
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We welcome Dr Zoran Zec to our team
We have welcomed Dr Zoran Zec to our growing CBD team. Dr Zec is an experienced Medical Practitioner with special interest in surgery. He has worked in both hospital and general practice systems in Australia and New Zealand over the past 20 years following a career as a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Europe. His skill
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Q Fever Vaccinations – CBD Doctors Melbourne
CBD Doctors Melbourne have added Q Fever Vaccinations to our Services. Give us a call on (03) 9077 9912 to learn more about what is involved in the process. In some cases participation in commercial activity within at-risk industries will require mandatory testing and vaccination. Q fever is caused by bacteria (called Coxiella Burnetii) which
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Travel Vaccination Recommendations for the Brazil Olympics 2016
CBD Doctors Melbourne’s considerations and recommendations for Travel Vaccination according to the best available advice by GP’s and the World Health Organisation Depending on you specific travel itinerary, additional vaccines might be considered for some travellers going to Rio and the rest of Brazil in 2016. It is always advisable that you speak to a
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Rio Olympics Travel Advice
Rio Olympics Travel Advice From the World Health Organisation on 21 June 2016: “The XXXI Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games Rio de Janeiro 2016, Brazil, will take place from 5 to 21 August 2016 and from 7 to 18 September 2016 respectively. Five additional cities will be hosting matches of the Olympic football tournament –
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Poisonous mushrooms growing in Melbourne
Dear Patients, The Victorian Government has sent out a warning regarding picking mushrooms at this time of year: Key messages • Extreme caution is advised when picking and consuming wild mushrooms – if in doubt, don’t consume. • Poisonous mushrooms including Death Cap mushrooms and Yellow-staining mushrooms are currently growing in and around Melbourne •
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
CBD Doctors Melbourne wish to want to thank everyone for a great year and happy holidays. We look forward to re-opening in 2016! We are CLOSED from 25th December and re-open on Monday the 11th of January. If you are in need of a doctor during our period of closure please call the Australian Locum
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On The Spot Drug and Alcohol Screening at CBD Doctors
At CBD Doctors, we have the capability to perform on the spot Drug and Alcohol screens for pre-employment medicals and last minute deployments to rural and international work destinations. The CBD is a busy and dynamic place, which makes it difficult for doctors to set aside to achieve a convenient turnaround for such services. At
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Is Your Work-Life Balance Getting The Better Of You?
We all have times that have us allow anxiety and stress into our lives. Most of us who work in the Melbourne CBD have to juggle the pace of the city and absorb higher loads at times throughout the year. Whether we are trying to get well or just proactive about our physical or mental health we
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CBD Doctors Is Now Offering Pre-Employment Medicals
CBD Doctors Is Now Offering Pre-Employment Medicals in addition to our existing list of General Practice services. We are growing steadily and are equipped to collaborate further with the local business community. We are enthusiastic about our partnership opportunities and understand that there are thousands of local businesses that might be curious about what we
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Travelling to South America, India or South East Asia?
Have you packed everything for your journey? Our doctors can provide you with the necessary travel health advice on each particular region around the globe. All our vaccines are now kept in stock and we would do our very best to offer the quickest possible turnaround. CBD Doctors Melbourne has same day appointment availability, which
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CBD Doctors welcomes Dr Min-Yau Teo to our team
Having trained in both urban and rural settings in Australia and New Zealand, Dr Teo has a holistic approach to healthcare. Beyond his experience in general practice, he has interests in internal medicine, sexual health, children’s health and palliative care. Welcome aboard Dr Teo!