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Livingston Medical

Locality: Ravensthorpe, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9838 1600

Address: 52 Martin Street 6346 Ravensthorpe, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.livingstonmedical.com.au

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25.01.2022 #RuralGeneralism After a day of recording by Western Australian General Practice Education and Training - WAGPET for the Rural Generalist programme. The initial video is now complete. ... The aim is to show to future Rural Generalists the scope, work and outcomes that can be achieved in this role https://vimeo.com/439886113 https://www.acrrm.org.au/about-us/the-college/rural-generalist-medicine/what-is-rural-generalist-medicine Thanks for everyone who volunteered, helped and contributed. Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) RACGP Rick Wilson Esperance Express Albany Advertiser Shire of Ravensthorpe 7NEWS Perth 9 News #Rural #Remote #Medicine

24.01.2022 #RuralGeneralism Today was a very special day for Rural Generalism (RG) in Ravensthorpe. This speciality within the next 18 months will be a protected title (Like plastic surgeon, neurosurgeon, cardiologist etc) when approved by the Australian Medical Council (AMC). ... This pathway has also been approved and endorsed by the Morrison Government and will see specialist rebates attached to some consultations in the future Professor Ayman Shenouda the head of Rural Generalism for the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) purposefully flew to meet Dr. Michael Livingston in Ravensthorpe to discuss the role of the Rural Generalist in WA and see the extended skills and qualifications of Dr. Livingston in implementing this role in Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun as the only RG in this region. During the 2 hour meeting they and Dr Chris Buck (Director of Rural for WAGPET) all discussed various aspects of the role of Rural Generalists in Australia in the future. Professor Shenouda now flies to Perth to meet various government bodies involved in the development of this pathway in WA, armed with a first hand encounter of what life is like in Ravensthorpe for an RG. What is a Rural Generalist? We define Rural Generalist Medicine as the provision of a broad scope of medical care by a doctor in the rural context that encompasses the following: Comprehensive primary care for individuals, families and communities Hospital in-patient care and/or related secondary medical care in the institutional, home or ambulatory setting Emergency care Extended and evolving service in one or more areas of focused cognitive and/or procedural practice as required to sustain needed health services locally among a network of colleagues A population health approach that is relevant to the community Working as part of a multi-professional and multi-disciplinary team of colleagues, both local and distant, to provide services within a system of care that is aligned and responsive to community needs. Rural Generalism https://www.acrrm.org.au//about-/rural-generalist-medicine Professor Shenouda https://www.racgp.org.au//associate-professor-ayman-shenou #Ravensthorpe #Australia #GreatSouthern #RuralGeneralist RACGP Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Shire of Ravensthorpe Esperance Express Albany Advertiser 9 News 7NEWS Perth 7NEWS Australia Rickwilson

24.01.2022 It is officially winter Brrrr.... If you havent had your Flu Vaccination yet we still have Government and Private stock in Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun practices. Call 98383854(Hopetoun) or 98381600(Ravensthorpe) to book in.

24.01.2022 Threats and Abuse We will not tolerate any abuse - verbal or otherwise against any of our staff. This will be reported to the police where any and all legal action will be taken. We are all human beings and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, especially given the current climate, being kind to each other should be at the forefront of our actions and has never been so important.... Dr. Livingston has been threatened with a violent act by a patient. So much so, that we have to now consider his personal safety and that of those around him. Unlike Gayles Law which protects nurses to be accompanied after hours. No such Law exists for rural and remote doctors. They are the only profession that are expected to respond after hours, in the dark alone, all other professions can respond in twos or have a lone worker policy that logs the persons whereabouts and monitors check in and out times for safety. Therefore Dr. Livingston responding to emergencies after hours will be reviewed for his own personal safety. He has been providing sole emergency after hours care for the last 5 years at all hours of the evening and morning but threats like this provide a stark reminder of the isolation and vulnerability that he provides this under. We have poured our heart and soul into providing some of the best health outcomes in Australia for the residents of the Ravensthorpe Shire. By threatening the very people that provide this service it will only further jepordise the ongoing provision of healthcare and change our recruitment strategy of attracting new doctors to this region if we do not feel it is safe for them to come and work here.

24.01.2022 Check out our new website. We are as always taking bookings online for your ease. Dr Livingston is having surgery next week so we have the wonderful Dr Miller back in on Monday 30th November - 5th December. www.livingstonmedical.com.au

24.01.2022 For all new residents You can quickly and easily book your medical appointments online through facebook, our website and through the health engine app: website: http://livingstonmedical.com.au/ or Ravy bookings through Health engine https://healthengine.com.au/book/17008 And Hopy Bookings through Health Engine... https://healthengine.com.au/book/17007 See more

23.01.2022 Happy International Nurses day to all the truly wonderful Nurses in our community! We are privelidged to work with a number of true Angels in the practices and hospital. Special shout out to Nurse Caroline! You are amazing and we are so lucky to have you in our team

23.01.2022 #COVID #Coronavirus #Pandemic #Protectingourpatients #protectingthecommunity... #protectinghealthworkers As the situation develops and we see the impact on other countries namely Italy: a 13 fold INCREASE in the disease spread. It has now been declared a Pandemic. Australia Currently - 12/02/2020 - 126 Cases and 3 Deaths. It appears we should not underestimate this virus as a 'simple' common cold. The WHO has a detailed breakdown of Coronavirus but some facts stand out https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses Generally a mild disease is seen in children and young adults but it can cause serious Illness in 1 in 5 people infected who then need hospital care. The American Infectious Disease society met in California recently (8th March) and discussed the natural progression of the disease process; they noticed a prodrome that went typically: An initial 7 Days of Aching muscles with cough and low grade fever IF a person was to get WORSE with Coronavirus it would be around day 7 or 8 with: Worsening shortness of breath and onset of a pneumonia/pneumonitis by day 9 WITHOUT Fever (Generally). Unlike Influenza (Flu) co-infection with a BACTERIA was UNCOMMON. Meaning there is limited to NO role for Antibiotics. Remdesivir (NOT LICENSED IN AUSTRALIA) is being trialed as the ONLY antiviral potentially showing any effect against this virus in the USA. Granted under compassionate license. The Morrison Government yesterday mentioned a raft of measures: https://www.pm.gov.au//24-billion-health-plan-fight-covid- This will start allowing a PATIENT rebate from Friday 13/03/2020 for: Telehealth (for confirmed isolated patients ONLY) OR Telephone (At Risk - >70, Pregnant women, Parents with Children, Chronic Disease) Key preventative steps you can take Minimize Travel Avoid large crowds or gatherings WASH your hands Don't touch your face, nose or mouth Remotely work if possible Avoid anyone with a cold or flu like symptoms National COVID-19 Hotline - 1800 020 080 Healthdirect - 1800 022 222 PLEASE RING AHEAD to Ravensthorpe Hospital if you think you are at risk or have COVID. The same applies for any other call to any other service including 000. Healthcare workers are not infinite and if in contact with a COVID patient have to SELF isolate which can mean a rapid loss of services from the Hospital , General practice and 000.

22.01.2022 #NovelCoronavirus #China #Wuhan With the ongoing spread of Novel Coronavirus there are lots of questions about what to do?... Could I have it or am I displaying symptoms? Have you been to China or in contact with someone who has been to China and is now unwell with: Fever , Sore Throat, Breathlessness or cough Ring Health Direct on 1800 022 222 or 000 if you are severely unwell. Infectious disease teams are triaging calls and advising patients what to do. If you are attending for medical help then RING AHEAD to Ravensthorpe Hospital on 08 9838 2211 Do NOT present to any GP practice. GP practices are NOT equipped to handle a virus of this nature and are being asked to take CALLS only which will reiterate the above. If you do, then you will be asked to wear a mask , put in isolation and an ambulance called. As more information comes available we will keep you updated but this is the latest information from the department of health. https://www.health.gov.au/healt/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov

22.01.2022 #TheNextGeneration This is Eilidh. She is a final year medical student about to qualify as a doctor in October 2021. As part of her clinical attachment with The University of Western Australia Eilidh has chosen to come to Ravensthorpe for her 5 week placement and spend time with both Dr. Livingston and Dr. Paget to experience a taste of life as a rural generalist.... The plan is to show Eilidh and other medical students another side of medicine that does not often get showcased to undergraduates before or during their training and more than just a day trip. So far Eilidh is enjoying her experience and since finding out about this unique placement with Dr. Livingston we have 5 other students now apply to come! which makes this a bit of a hot spot for experience. The long term plan is that students experience other options when time comes for specialist training selection and hope one or more of them remembers this experience and chooses life as a rural generalist. Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) RACGP Western Australian General Practice Education and Training - WAGPET Peter Rundle MLA Rick Wilson The Nationals WA Liberals WA Greg Hunt MP Rural Health West

21.01.2022 Terribly sorry everybody. Phone lines in RAVENSTHORPE have been disconnected! Waahhh! Telco issues again!!! Working to get it resolved ASAP. Please email us instead of calling today [email protected] Sorry again.

21.01.2022 We are having Major phone issues ATM. So Sorry. Please email [email protected] and we will call you back. Thanks Rachel

21.01.2022 As Covid restrictions are changing and adapting we are resuming a number of face to face procedures

21.01.2022 #Friday We apologise today for cancelling todays appointments. This week Dr. Livingston has been at the Hospital every night not finishing till 22:00 on average, last night it was past midnight.... Therefore, to manage his fatigue we have had to cancel today to give him a much needed break. Thank you for your understanding.

19.01.2022 Have you met Andrew Charlesworth yet? Andrew is an Accredited Pharmacist who is working with our team to maximise peoples understanding of their medicines. This is a service that has never been offered in this region before. Andrew willl be visiting Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun every month, visiting patients in their own homes to review their medicines, talk about interactions and tweaks or changes to make sure that people understand their medicines thoroughly.... His visits are completely funded by the government and he sends us a visit report to action if required. This allow for us to make any necessary changes in your medications and provide education to those that require any medical intervention after his visits! Thank you Andrew and welcome to the area we appreciate everything that you are doing to assist our wonderful patients.

19.01.2022 Dr. Livingston is currently in Sydney all this week attending the Remote Vocational Training Scheme - RVTS workshop as part of his role and recognition as a Supervisor of Dr Olay in Lake Grace. This ensures that the new and specialist role of a Rural Generalist continues to develop in trainees coming through as per the hard work of RACGP and Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) on the back of WA Country Health Service now and finally recognising and embraci...ng the role Rural Generalist http://www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au//FINAL_Advert_EOI_Ru https://www1.racgp.org.au//stronger-more-flexible-rural-tr https://www.acrrm.org.au//about-/rural-generalist-medicine #RuralGeneralist #WA #Ravensthorpe #Hopetoun #Sydney Rick Wilson Shire of Ravensthorpe

18.01.2022 #Coronavirus #Update The last few weeks have been hectic both at work and behind the scenes.... From #Flu Clinics to preparing for the arrival of COVID. The role is relentless. The biggest challenge will be managing the severe cases of Coronavirus and ensuring that secondary infections from the virus does not affect frontline staff or indeed kill any of us. Dr. Livingston has been exploring options from getting a prototype 3D BIPAP mask sent down for testing from Perth to getting a custom 3D printed mask for healthcare providers made by Ninja Shark (for which he will review when he gets a minute) to even making his own version with a N95 mask and piped oxygen! Ninja Shark are trying to crowdfund the development and 3D printing of these masks for frontline staff to prevent the spread of COVID via the 3 routes (Eyes/Nose/Mouth). https://ninjashark.com.au/pages/air-filter-pre-order They have so far raised $25000 of a $50000 goal. These options are good and offer better options the current PPE on offer - a set of gardening goggles and N95 duckbill mask. So it was with this that Dr. Livingston got speaking to Keith Muller from Galaxy about what other PPE could be obtained in order to offer those of us with direct patient contact as much safety as possible. This is where the idea of a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) came to life and following a review of the literature and filtration option by Dr. Livingston, Keith offered to very kindly purchase 2 pieces of PAPR (at $2600 a piece). Today was handover day and Dr. Livingston was very, very grateful for the donation which in turn will be used in the hospital for the benefit of staff and in turn the community. So that he and the staff member on duty will have as much facial protection as possible when managing a patient with Coronavirus. Dr. Livingston has also ordered custom scrubs so that he doesnt have to wear normal clothes and have the associated infection risk. He has also completed a University of Melbourne course for the Ultrasound scanning of the Lungs for patients with suspected COVID which will allow earlier pickup of the lung changes which often precedes those requiring ventilation as well as doing the Sonosite modules on different scanning techniques and finally having access to an expert sonographer for backup. Lastly he has worked every single day for the last 3 weeks, 7 days a week attempting to get ahead of this. With increased patient demand in and out of hours and the extra hours studying, attending meetings and reviewing literature in preparation. Fingers crossed for a safe and healthy #Easter weekend. Take care folks. Rick Wilson Shire of Ravensthorpe Galaxy Resources Limited Ninja Shark Fujifilm SonoSite

18.01.2022 #COVID19 #AstraZeneca Take that COVID! ... And like that I have just had my first ‘shot’ and survived. Feeling well afterwards not even a sore arm. Less irritating than the flu jab Easy peasy. Next shot will be when we are doing it in Ravensthorpe! Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) RACGP Peter Rundle MLA The Nationals WA Western Australian General Practice Education and Training - WAGPET Rural Health West Rick Wilson Shire of Ravensthorpe Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia

17.01.2022 Exciting news Been a while since an update but as usual busy, busy, busy behind the scenes. Dr. Livingston has been given surgical approval by the WACHs surgical credentialing committee. ... This means that Dr. Livingston can undertake advanced surgical procedures locally at Ravensthorpe Hospital. Normally these procedures would have to go to plastics or the general surgery list at Albany or even Perth. However and unique to this area only, these procedures can now be done here exclusively by him. Next Dr. Livingston has signed 19AB paperwork with WACHs. This means that for each and every patient he sees in the emergency department, inpatient or otherwise he voluntarily gives up 100% of the income that would be billed to Medicare. The income derived exclusively from his provider number then goes into a pot. A panel is then convened with the sole purpose of deciding how that money is then used to buy new equipment for the hospital and the benefit of shire residents. Annnnnd This Tuesday - West Australian General Practice Education and Training (WAGPET) are sending down a crew to Ravensthorpe. The purpose of this day is to showcase the role of a Rural Generalist in order to inspire the brand new West Australian Rural Generalist Program (WARGP) and future doctors/medical students. Dr. Livingston has been handpicked for this. So there we are. We continue to push the boundaries of what Rural Generalism can offer and more importantly give back in some way selflessly to the community. We have always tried to showcase what can be done in rural communities by showing not only that RGs can deliver complex, advanced specialist care, above and beyond the typical expectation of what would be expected, but, to keep pushing, advancing and removing the metro/rural divide. #RuralGeneralism #NotJustAGP #ACRRM #RACGP Rick Wilson Greg Hunt MP Peter Rundle MLA Mark Coulton MP Mark McGowan Western Australian General Practice Education and Training - WAGPET Rural Health West Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) RACGP

16.01.2022 #Coronavirus #COVID19 Further to comments made today 08/03/2020 by Mr Hunt the health minister about testing for COVID-19....Continue reading

16.01.2022 The WA Government have advised Health Practitioners to begin Immunising patients for influneza as soon as the government vaccines arrive. We have received our allotment of Flu Vaccines for the OVER 65's ONLY from the government today, therefore we will be holding our Flu Clinics starting next week. For OVER 65's. Please call the practices to book in.... Please also be patient as we will be adhering to the social distancing policies which will mean staggering appointments and a number of other distancing, PPE and environmental hygiene policies will be in place. Things will take longer than usual and we will only be having one person per designated area of our clinics (Separate rooms) We have had some problems with phone lines today, so you can also request a slot via email -> [email protected] We will ensure everybody gets a slot asap. Many thanks and stay safe everybody. The vaccines for UNDER 65s should be available early April, we will advise as soon as these are available too.

16.01.2022 #NewYear #2021 Happy New Year ... We have hit the ground running starting back on the 4th January after a short break and already we have exciting news. We are still on track to have Dr. Felicity Paget start on the 13/01/2020 and we know she willl be an amazing addition to our team. In the background Dr. Livingston has been squirrelling away working, studying and doing courses and as a reward for his hard work he gets to add another string his bow. As well as having: Advanced Specialised Training in Emergency Medicine (AST EM) Diploma in Skin Cancer (Dip Skin Ca) Remote Area Ultrasound Exemption (RAE) He was awarded a timely and welcome Christmas Present on the 24/12/2020. The paperwork has been submitted and the approval granted with notification today. Dr. Livingston has now been approved and formerly recognised as a GP Surgeon. This is a rare qualification with less that 300 recognised GP surgeons in the whole of Australia. That’s less than 0.8% of the total number of GPs in the country. Quite an accolade. This additional ability and skill only further bolsters his skill and ability to work in his role as a Rural Generalist (RG) with an AST in EM & Surgery. This is just the beginning. Dr. Livingston has also been contacted about a few other, unique, opportunities so watch this space Western Australian General Practice Education and Training - WAGPET Rural Health West RACGP Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Peter Rundle MLA The Nationals WA Shire of Ravensthorpe Rick Wilson The West Australian 7NEWS Perth PerthNow Today Tonight Channel 9

15.01.2022 Merry Christmas And what a this is After a lot of negotiation and with the rolling out of the WA Rural Generalist Programme. ... We have some exciting news! Dr Felicity Paget is an Australian Born and Trained Doctor who is embarking on her journey to become a Rural Generalist. Of all the places Dr Paget could have taken she specifically chose to train under Dr. Livingston due to his reputation amongst his RG colleagues across Australia. Special thanks also goes to Rachel Livingston who worked hard in the negotiation, communication with the regional training organisation, application process, Medicare process and every other process in between which kept Dr. Paget on track to apply here. Considering there is a general drought in most shires of even a doctor this is quite a coup here. For those unaware about what a Rural Generalist is? https://waruralgeneralist.com.au/faqs A rural generalist is a medical practitioner who is trained to meet the specific current and future health care needs of Australian rural and remote communities, in a sustainable and cost-effective way. A rural generalist provides both comprehensive general practice and emergency care, and required components of other medical specialist care in hospital and community settings as part of a rural healthcare team. (National Rural Generalist Taskforce Advice, December 2018) Dr. Paget starts on the 11th January 2021 and will see her first patients from the 13th January 2021. Make an appointment the usual way #Rural #Remote #RuralGeneralist Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) RACGP Western Australian General Practice Education and Training - WAGPET Peter Rundle Rick Wilson Rural Health West PerthNow Today Tonight The West Australian 7NEWS Perth Channel 9

15.01.2022 #Flu #Vaccine Thanks Barry! Who happily had his flu vaccine today for the over 65s. ... Now is the time to get vaccinated for the 2021 Seasonal FLU period. Currently we have the GOVERNMENT vaccines for: Over 65s only. We will receive the others ones soon. However we have just received today the PRIVATE Flu Vaccine for those that do not qualify for a government vaccine for 6 months and older. We are running a flu clinic now in Hopetoun and Ravensthorpe tomorrow So if it’s time for your annual jab then ring Amy on Reception 08 9838 3854 or come on down and we can get your flu vaccination up to date. Shire of Ravensthorpe

15.01.2022 #Coronavirus #LatestStats #TheSurge #StayAtHome... If Bondi beach was anything to go by then people are still taking this far too lightly. If you want to listen to the future 2 weeks from now then listen to Dr Jack - A UK ICU consultant - Overwhelmed and Exhausted. https://youtu.be/tQD4B_hmdvo The latest charts from Dr Michael Tam and as we can see we are following the expect curve (sadly). Now, more than ever we need to keep our distance. If we dont meet in close proximity, we dont shake hands, we wash our hands the disease cant spread and the virus stops. It really is that simple. We are in uncertain times financially and a lot of small businesses will be facing ruin. But our ongoing reality is quite stark. If we keep following the trend not only will people die but so will the healthcare workers treating them. That means me and the staff at Ravensthorpe Hospital thats not part of my job or anyone elses. Who will treat you then when it closes? Data from 3 days ago from the US shows us these facts 20% of US deaths currently are in people aged 20-64. 20% of those hospitalised were aged 20-44. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/927196 https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6912e2.htm Currently at 1093 and rising https://www.health.gov.au//coronavirus-covid-19-current-si Staying at home prevents the spread of disease and saves someones life.

14.01.2022 Our Visiting femals Doctor will be back on 2nd, 3rd and 5th December. Please call to book your female health appts. She is not back again until February after this visit.

14.01.2022 This video is so powerful and emotive. Always remember there is no shame in asking for help

14.01.2022 #Coronavirus #Update #MovingForward The numbers have dropped off slightly due to less new positive results from returned travellers however we may see a spike back upwards as we get more local-local transmission in each state over the next few weeks....Continue reading

13.01.2022 VACCINE UPDATE COVID 19 Vax Available in RAVENSTHORPE MEDICAL CENTRE Only starting 15th April for 1b Eligible. (We are alloacted 50 per week only). FLU VAX - Government funded (NIP) ... Available in Ravy and Hopy from 7th April onwards for over 65s. All other Government Eligible people can book after 18th April. Private Flu vaccines will be available for anybody who wants a Flu vaccine from 7th April Onwards at the cost of $20 You can book in the usual ways : PLEASE NOTE - YOU CANNOT HAVE THE COVID VAX AND FLU VAX WITHIN 14 DAYS OF EACH OTHER. ALL COVID VACCINES NEED A SECOND DOSE 12 WEEKS AFTER THE FIRST

13.01.2022 It is officially winter Brrrr.... If you haven't had your Flu Vaccination yet we still have Government and Private stock in Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun practices. Call 98383854(Hopetoun) or 98381600(Ravensthorpe) to book in.

12.01.2022 #Coronavirus #COVID19 #AMA #Telehealth... Thanks to the Australian Medical Association the COVID19 MBS Item Numbers have been opened up further from the previous tighter requirement. In a very welcome move, the Government has announced expansion of MBS telehealth from today to all vulnerable general practitioners, and other vulnerable health professionals who are currently authorised to use telehealth item numbers, to use telehealth for all consultations with all their patients" Essentially this means not only do vulnerable patients now qualify but all of Dr. Livingstons patients. So phone reception for an appointment or book online Ravensthorpe (08) 9838 1600 -> https://healthengine.com.au/book/17008 Hopetoun (08) 9838 3854 -> https://healthengine.com.au/book/17007 https://ama.com.au//230320%20-%20Expanded%20Telehealth%20V

12.01.2022 This week is national skin cancer awareness week! It is important to get a skin check every year. Dr Livingston has advanced qualifications in skin cancer medicine and surgery and performs skin checks in the Hopetoun and Ravensthorpe practices and simple and complex skin surgeries including grafting at Ravensthorpe hospital.... Did you know that Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, including melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers. Every year in Australia skin cancers account for around 80% of all newly diagnosed cancers and around 2000 people die from this disease every year. However, more than 95% of skin cancer cases are caused by unprotected exposure to UV radiation from the sun, meaning it is a nearly entirely preventable cancer! Skin Cancer Awareness Week reminds us to use a combination of sun protection measures: - Slip on sun-protective clothing. - Slop on SPF 30 or higher broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen 20 minutes before going outdoors (reapply every 2 hours). - Slap on a broad-brimmed hat that protects your face, head, neck and ears. - Seek shade. - Slide on wrap-around sunglasses (that meet Australian Standard AS/NZS 1067)

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12.01.2022 We still have a small number of flu vaccines available both private and public. Call 98381600/98383854 to book in.

10.01.2022 #Coronavirus #COVID Reading articles, statistics, case definitions and disease spread on the internet is easy but at the end of the day its all very artificial and it does not answer the question on everyones lips....Continue reading

09.01.2022 Phone lines now fixed! Hooray 9838 3854 for appts. Thanks and sorry again

09.01.2022 There is no I in team and what a performance today I would like to thank those wonderful St John Ambulance who give up their time unpaid for the betterment for the residents of the Shire of Ravensthorpe. Today was a Herculean effort by the volunteers and our stand in community Paramedic Doug. Twice in two days called to critically unwell people and getting them there.... Next was the combined effort of the nurses at Ravensthorpe Hospital, Dr Livingston and WACHs Emergency Telehealth Team consisting of EM physician and critical care doctors coordinating and arranging transport as well as assisting with critically important steps in the management of the patient. Finally to Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia for coming in, retrieving and patient out #Teamwork

09.01.2022 We now take online bookings for both surgeries. Unfortunately Facebook will only let us publish one link in the book now section, so you can book online on for both surgeries from our website: http://livingstonmedical.com.au/ or Ravy bookings through Health engine https://healthengine.com.au/book/17008 And Hopy Bookings through Health Engine https://healthengine.com.au/book/17007

08.01.2022 #Vaccination #Flu #Influenza This afternoon Caroline and I are out at First Quantum Minerals working our way through 300 flu vaccines ... It is not too late to get yours. Uptake has been excellent so far so dont miss out! Lets keep our flu related deaths exactly where they have been for the past 4.5 years. 0. Yep zero!

08.01.2022 Just a friendly reminder to make sure all of your scripts etc are upto date pending our Christmas closure. We close on Christmas Eve - 3rd Jan, so please make sure you check your medication and script supplies. Thank you :)

07.01.2022 Dr Livingston is consulting a large proportion of patients over Telehealth to help mitigate the risk of virus exposure to patients and staff. Please call or book online to secure your appointment. 98383854/98381600 www.livingstonmedical.com.au

07.01.2022 COVID VACCINE CLINICS We have been advised that we should start to receive the vaccine on the week commencing 12th April. We are eligible to receive 50 doses per week only.... We will be hosting a clinic once a week in Ravensthorpe, initially for people who are eligible for the 1b roll out. Then more vaccines should become available over time and further roll out stages. To find out if you are eligible - there is an eligibility tracker online. https://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/eligibility Please call 98383854 on Mon, Weds and Fri or 98391600 to book in for one of the clinics.

07.01.2022 2020 FLU CLINICS Government recommendations for Vaccinating against flu in 2020 is to start immunising in May. (WA Specific advice, if travelling interstate, April vaccination is advised) Our initial clinics will be:... Hopetoun: 6th, 13th and 20th May 2020 Ravensthorpe: 7th, 14th and 21st May 2020 Government Vaccines are fully funded by the government at no external cost to patient. Private Vaccines are available at a cost of $15 per vaccine. We will open more dates as required. In 2020, influenza vaccines funded through the NIP are available to the following groups. This is due to their increased risk of complications from influenza. All people aged 6 months to less than 5 years (this cohort is newly eligible in 2020) All Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and over Pregnant women (during any stage of pregnancy) All people aged 65 years and over People aged 6 months and over with medical conditions which increase the risk of influenza disease complications. Timing of vaccination Timing of vaccination should aim to achieve the highest level of protection during peak influenza season.Optimal protection against influenza occurs within 3 to 4 months following vaccination. Providers should consider vaccinating in May and early June to ensure optimal protection throughout influenza season which typically spans July to October in WA.

07.01.2022 #Vaccination #FluVaccination Up with the larks at 5am for another early morning start ...Continue reading

05.01.2022 #Coronavirus #COVID19 #TheLatest #HandSanitizer...Continue reading

05.01.2022 Now that Covid restrictions are lifting, we are offering procedures again

04.01.2022 #COVID #Coronavirus The shared article below is written by Dr Ern Chang ... This will not be a simple cold This is not scaremongering 8 out of 10 will recover 1 will be be severely unwell with it 1 will require Intensive care bed and will die We have a large proportion of people in the region in the at at risk group the fatality rate is 3.7% globally. In our population alone that equates to 55 expected deaths. Expected! We need to look at strategies to reduce its spread. This is why we must take this very seriously and over the next week we will look at moving to more Telehealth and Telephone consultations given the inherent risk of person to person spread.

04.01.2022 Our visiting female GP Dr Ellie Brusasco will be in Hopetoun on Monday and Wednesday next week and Tuesday in RAVENSTHORPE. Dr Ellie visits the area for womens health appointments. Please call 9838 3854 for appointments. She will also be returning in April.

04.01.2022 #Coronavirus #COVID National Coronavirus Health Information Line - 1800 020 08... Today the Morrison Government has released item numbers for Telehealth or Telephone Consultations in response to the Coronavirus. The Eligibility for these are: 1. You must have seen Dr. Livingston ONCE in the previous 12 months. If not, the consultation is unrebateable. AND 2. Are an Isolated patient with PROVEN COVID-19 OR 3. Self Isolated on advice of a medical practitioner OR 4. Considered to be more susceptible 4.1 OVER 70 4.2 50 years and Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Descent 4.3 Pregnant 4.4 Parent of a child UNDER 12 months 4.5 Under Treatment for a Chronic Health Problem or Immune Compormised OR 5. Meets the national triage protocol for COVID-19 infection (Recent International Travel last 14 days or known contact with COVID and Unwell with cold/flu symptoms) If you do not meet the criteria and are still concerned we are doing private (non-rebateable) Telehealth / Telephone consults for $75. Phone Reception on 08 9838 3854 (Hopetoun) or 08 98383 1600 (Ravensthorpe). Eligibility will be checked and if the above is met then an appointment of 15 minutes made. As always if you have any cold/flu symptoms/COVID Symptoms PHONE AHEAD to Ravensthorpe Hospital - 08 9838 2211 for COVID Swabbing/assessment then self isolation. Please DO NOT present to the GP practice.

03.01.2022 #60Mins This Sunday. With the ongoing #Medicare freeze and more money being ploughed into Telehealth as ‘the answer’ to the national doctor shortage, the inevitable was and is bound to happen.

03.01.2022 Our Visiting Female Doctor - Ellie Brusasco has released some new dates for Hopetoun and Ravensthorpe for Women's Health Appointments: June 24, 25, 26 Sept/October 30, 1, 2 Nov 11, 12, 13... December 2, 3, 4 Please call 9838 3854 (Hopetoun) or 9838 1600 (Ravensthorpe) to arrange your appointment

02.01.2022 Friday Apologies for the interruption this morning and moving around of appointments. Dr. Livingston has been up since 04:00 dealing with a critically unwell patient requiring life saving treatment.... Therefore some appointments this morning will be moved to Monday. Apologies once again. Thanks to the Nurses at Ravensthorpe ED for their help and also the Volunteers fro SJA for safely transporting the patient for the RFDS pickup.

02.01.2022 From a personal perspective, having been through a number of health challenges in the 4.5 years of living in this area (Rachel typing) I have to reiterate that your health is your wealth It is a saying that Michaels mum always used to say. She is unfortunately no longer with us but the words ring true every day. Your health is the most important thing for you and your family and you should always put if before all else. Whether it is something that has been bothering you f...or a long time, something that is sudden onset, something that is going on in your mind, or a pain or something that you cant pinpoint! Never wait, put yourself first, seek professonal help, make the appointment, get advice from a Doctor or Nurse, go to the hospital, get that lesion looked at, talk to that psychologist, go and get the blood test, follow up on that MRI result, do the bowel screen! Put yourself first... always.... your family will thank you for it! Everybody is replaceable in any job, but most families cant replace a mother/father/wife/husband/child/sibling/friend. Take the time for you to seek the help you need! For your health, body and mind See more

02.01.2022 #Dubbo #Wellington Population 10 000... No regular oncall Emergency Doctor. Nil. There are shires in WA also facing the exact same problem with populations over 4 000. Dr. Livingston still remains the only Rural Generalist in this region to not only hold #Emergency but #Surgical credentialing with WACHS to provide a very unique & now a very highly sought after specialty. #ruralgeneralist #rural #remote #rurallife #ruralliving #ruraldoctor Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) RACGP Rick Wilson Peter Rundle MLA Shire of Ravensthorpe Wellington Shire Council

02.01.2022 #Varley #RFDS #5Years Today was the first day for Aimee and I as we did our inaugural clinic in Varley as part of the RFDS (outfits awaited)... Numbers were excellent, patients wonderful and thank you to the Varley Progress Association for Smoko and Lunch it was delightful and wonderfully appreciated. Till next month! Today is also an important milestone for another reason. On this day 5 years ago we started operating from Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun respectively. We were repeatedly asked when we started how long we would hang around for or how long did we ‘have to do’ 5 years later the answer is clear. We have taken 2 practices which started with below average clinical performance to not just one of the best clinically performing practices in Western Australia but Australia itself. We have moved forward from outdated clinical software into the 21st century and adapted 8 different new technology platforms within our practices. We have one of the first rural generalists trainees in WA. Dr Paget is the only Australian trained registrar in the region and is part of the WA rural generalist programme through WAGPET We have achieved 4 different types of accreditation for the practices (AGPAL, WAGPET, HDAA, Vaxhub) We have implemented online booking as standard and have the lowest waiting time to be seen in rural and remote Australia. Some rural locations and even regionally the wait is 3 weeks and not even to see the same same doctor. We have localised care through Telehealth and been instrumental in allowing immunotherapy and chemotherapy agents to actually be given in the community without leaving the region. We were the first to offer this. We have worked hard to be appointed the ONLY COVID-19 vaccination hub in the region More importantly we have reversed the sad trends commonly blighting rural and regional locations when it comes to Mental Health, Cardiovascular Health, Cancer, Chronic Health to now have the same or better outcomes as our metro counterparts. #RuralGeneralist Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Peter Rundle MLA Western Australian General Practice Education and Training - WAGPET Rural Health West RACGP The Nationals WA Rick Wilson Shire of Ravensthorpe Liberals WA PerthNow The West Australian 7NEWS Perth Channel 9 Today Tonight The Australian Greg Hunt MP

01.01.2022 We accept bookings online for Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun via our Website and Health engine and the facebook page www.livingstonmedical.com.au Can't make it into the practice, or need an appointment on a day that we are not servicing the town you live in? Dr Livingston offers Phone and Video consults 5 days a week. Simply request a telehealth when booking.

01.01.2022 We had a great turnout to our Flu Clinics in Hopetoun and Ravensthorpe this week. Over 65 Vaccines are available now. Under 65s will be available within the next week or so. Please call to book in. Also, Dr Livingtson is consulting 90% of patients via Telephone/Video Conference thanks to the new MBS Item number that covers this service due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. You can book your video or telephone conference via phone 98383854/98381600 or online at The Livingston Medic...al Website. Stay safe our beautiful community :)