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Tamborine Mountain Medical Practice

Locality: Tamborine Mountain

Phone: +61 7 5545 1222

Address: 14 Main Western Rd 4272 Tamborine Mountain, QLD, Australia

Website: http://tamborinemountainmedical.com.au

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23.01.2022 MASKS Scenic Rim Shire has now been classified as moderate risk for COVID-19 infections by the Queensland government. In line with Queensland Health recommendations, TMMP is now strongly recommending (not compulsory) that all patients attending the practice wear some form of face covering/mask. All doctors and nurses will also be wearing masks. We will continue to manage patients with risk symptoms outside the practice premises or via telehealth. #COVID19 #masks

23.01.2022 BEFORE STARTING HIGH SCHOOL- Scoliosis screening for girls aged 10-12 Scoliosis is a potentially painful and deforming condition of the spine of unknown cause. It predominantly affects girls starting in early adolescence. 2% of girls have a degree of scoliosis needing monitoring or intervention to prevent more serious outcomes. Best outcomes are when identified early before symptoms develop. #scoliosis https://images.app.goo.gl/VhX5YFyQ3q8PHUMz7

23.01.2022 We are able to provide catchup vaccinations for those who may have missed out. #vaccination

23.01.2022 People find it hard to recognise that anxiety is a serious condition, yet it feels quite crippling inside. It needs treatment like any other condition. Jenny #anxietydisorders #COVID19anxiety https://dmhgprodsc9-cdn.azureedge.net//anxiety-disorders-f

23.01.2022 We are now encouraging patients to wear a mask or other face covering when they come into Tamborine Mountain Medical Practice. Consider also wearing a mask when out in public no matter what your age. It is now emerging that for every death from COVID-19 there will be about twenty people left with chronic health problems including chronic fatigue, chronic lung disease, heart failure, kidney failure, cognitive impairment, epilepsy, stroke or mental health problems. #masks #COVID19

22.01.2022 Let's all avoid complaisancy and help keep Tamborine Mountain COVID-19 free. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=310564516663080

22.01.2022 National Asthma Week With the recent dusty winds we have been seeing more patients suffering with asthma. If you wake at night with cough or wheeze or are needing Ventolin (salbutamol puffer) more than twice per week, then your asthma is not adequately controlled and risks longer term loss of lung function. See your doctor for a review of your asthma. #asthma

21.01.2022 Welcome news and unwelcome news: The good news is that the government has extended funding for Telehealth services another 6 months to improve patient access to health care. The bad news is that they have halved bulk billing support funding.... #telehealth #medicare #bulkbilling

21.01.2022 Regular consumption of sugar sweetened drinks increases diabetes risk by 26%. Consider quitting soft drinks as part of your long term health strategy. #diabetes #sugar

20.01.2022 For parents of children with ADHD, follow the link below for information regarding an upcoming free virtual seminar. #adhd #parentsadhd #tamborinemountainmedicalpractice https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=651528&

20.01.2022 November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month #pancreaticcancerawarenessmonth #pancreaticcancer https://images.app.goo.gl/QbL2e5yBif794f5m9

20.01.2022 HEALTHY BONES WEEK 20th-26th of August One in three adults aged 50 and over dies within 12 months of suffering a hip fracture. Older adults have a five-to-eight times higher risk of dying within the first three months of a hip fracture compared to those without a hip fracture. If you are at risk, male or female, get tested: - age over 70 - early menopause... -previous fracture with low level trauma - kidney or liver disease - history of smoking or alcohol overuse - coeliac disease, diabetes or overactive thyroid - Some medications eg. steroids - Inactivity Click on the link below for furtherinformation: https://www.osteoporosis.org.au//WOD16-patient_brochure-pO #healthybonesweek #osteoporosis #bonedensitometry

20.01.2022 TMMP provides the full range of contraceptive options to women of all ages including IUD insertions. Feel free to discuss all your options with us. #contraception #IUD

19.01.2022 Electronic prescriptions are coming soon ! Queensland has now legalised electronic prescriptions. This will be coming soon to TMMP as an option for patients, making telehealth prescribing easier. With this option, a prescription token is sent to your device which can then be scanned by your pharmacist. https://www.digitalhealth.gov.au///CSR689%20-%20Token.pngE

18.01.2022 World Hepatitis Day Viral Hepatitis, particularly Hepatitis B and C, can go undiagnosed due to vague symptoms, risking cirrhosis of the liver or liver cancer. Diagnosis can result in treatment and cure. Risk factors include: -People who had blood transfusions, blood products, or organ donations before June, 1992, when sensitive tests for HCV were introduced for blood screening. -Health care workers who suffer needle-stick accidents.... -Injection drug users, including those who may have used drugs once many years ago. --Infants born to HCV-infected mothers -People with high-risk sexual behavior, multiple partners, and sexually transmitted diseases. People who snort cocaine using shared equipment. People who have shared toothbrushes, razors and other personal items with a family member that is HCV-infected. https://images.app.goo.gl/gsWCayCHDTMXD39t8 See more

18.01.2022 How can we help you? #TMMP #TamborineMountainMedicalPractice

17.01.2022 Evidence is in on ways to reduce Alzheimers risk Researchers identified 21 possible interventions that could reduce the risk of Alzheimers disease, 10 of which had strong supporting evidence: -Undertaking mentally stimulating activities, such as reading and playing chess -Avoiding daily stress... -Avoiding diabetes with a healthier lifestyle -Managing and treat depression -Avoiding low BMI for those aged 65 and over -Avoiding head trauma -Managing and treat hypertension particularly in those aged under 65 -Managing and treat orthostatic hypotension -Avoiding hyperhomocysteinaemia: regularly test serum homocysteine level, and treat hyperhomocysteinaemia with vitamin B and/or folic acid -Receiving as much education as possible in early life. Nine suggestions had slightly weaker supporting evidence, but were nonetheless strongly recommended. These included: -Regularly exercising, especially for over-65s -Sleeping well -Quitting smoking and avoiding tobacco smoke in the environment -Maintaining a healthy BMI for under-65s -Avoiding losing weight in late life -Maintaining good heart health in older age including treating stroke risk factors such as atrial fibrillation -Ensuring adequate vitamin C intake, either in the diet or as supplements -Staying strong in late life increasing frailty is linked with cognitive decline #Alzheimersdisease #preventivehealth

17.01.2022 The early warning sign for heart failure is shortness of breath on exertion. #heartfailure #earlydetection https://www.facebook.com/LivingWholeHeartedlyAU/videos/675473489736282/

16.01.2022 Free online resources for managing your mental health #mentalhealth https://www.emhprac.org.au//managing-your-mental-health-o/

15.01.2022 This is Women's Health Week! -what preventive health checks do you need -what is normal bladder function -what is normal bowel function Follow the link to find out.... #women'shealthweek #bladderfunction #bowelfunction https://images.app.goo.gl/5dnwRhSSR4j5U4jr6 See more

15.01.2022 TMMP Profiles Introducing Jane, who for many will need no introduction as she has been working in admin and reception at TMMP for 14 years. She is one of the kind voices at the end of the phone who will do her best to accommodate your needs. When not at work you may find her creating works of art in cross stitch and quilting with the dubious assistance of her trusty greyhound. #tmmpprofiles

13.01.2022 Don’t die of embarrassment! National Cervical Cancer Awareness Week - Cervical cancer is entirely preventable with a simple test that saves lives. - If you missed your test during the COVID19 lockdown or are over 25 and have never had a test book with our cervical screening nurse or one of our GPs... #cervicalcancer #cervicalcancerawareness #cervicalscreening #papsmear https://accf.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3.png

13.01.2022 Missing Childhood vaccinations: 1/5 preschoolers have missed vaccinations during COVID. This has resulted in increased cases of chicken pox circulating. We need adequate vaccination rates to maintain herd immunity and prevent a resurgence of a range of infections. Catch up vaccinations are always available. #childhoodvaccination #covid-19 #chickenpox

13.01.2022 What New Year's resolution do you need help with? - quitting smoking - stopping or reducing alcohol intake - weight reduction management - exercise and nutrition... - getting help for your mental health - preventive health check #newyearresolutions #quitsmokingnow #nutrition #preventivemedicine #QuitAlcohol #mentalhealth https://images.app.goo.gl/pjxT4YbsjUAdQy486

13.01.2022 Tamborine Mountain Medical Practice patients can download this app to connect with us for: - booking, cancelling and changing appointments at any time. - checking in when you get to the practice without going to the front desk. - finding out how many patients are ahead of you while waiting, to help manage your time. #hotdoc #onlinebooking

13.01.2022 Seek good health first and a prosperous society will follow. Health is worth the investment.

12.01.2022 Today is world Sepsis Day. What is Sepsis? Watch the video below to find out more about this life-threatening condition and the importance of early recognition. #sepsis #worldsepsisday #healthytogether #tamborinemountainmedicalpractice... https://youtu.be/NsPDjOX8QHA

12.01.2022 An interesting info-graphic ! #causeofdeath #COVID19 #infographic https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/2944635/

12.01.2022 It's not hay-fever until you have had a COVID-19 test #COVID19 #hayfever

11.01.2022 REMINDER To keep Queensland free of COVID19 and to save our family and friends, we all need to play our part. PLEASE GET TESTED if you have any of the following symptoms-runny nose, sore throat, cough, fevers, loss of smell, shortness of breath. Don't be afraid of the test which is a nose and/or throat swab. It feels weird, it feels uncomfortable but is brief and not painful. TMMP can arrange testing as required #COVID19 #COVIDtesting

11.01.2022 Supporting senior Australians during COVID-19 Seeking help or volunteering help? Community Visitors Scheme, for people feeling isolated and who would benefit from friendship and companionship... https://www.health.gov.au/ini/community-visitors-scheme-cvs FriendLine, for anyone who needs to reconnect or just wants a chat (available Tuesday to Thursday, 6.008.00 pm AEST, Saturday to Sunday 2.005.00 pm on 1800 424 287) https://www.friendline.org.au/ Older Persons COVID-19 Support Line, which provides information, support and connection (available Monday to Friday, 8.30 am 6.00 pm AEST on 1800 171 866) Access to prepared meals or priority online and telephone grocery shopping for those over 65, arranged by contacting My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 (Monday to Friday 8.00 am 8.00 pm AEST, Saturday 10.00 am 2.00 pm)

09.01.2022 Planning a pregnancy? Don't wait until after conception to have a consultation with you doctor. Much can be done to ensure a healthy baby and pregnancy prior to conception that cannot be done after conception. https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/planning-for-pregnancy Planning for pregnancy | Pregnancy Birth and Baby... PREGNANCYBIRTHBABY.ORG.AU Planning for pregnancy | Pregnancy Birth and Baby There are a number of things you can do to prepare yourself for pregnancy and also increase your chances of having a healthy pregnancy. Things like eating healthy, See more

08.01.2022 Chronic pain week starts on the 27th of July Whether it is back ,neck, knee or shoulder pain, your doctor can help you formulate a plan to manage your pain. Dr Joe Gambin has a special interest in pain management using the science of neuro-plasticity. #chronicpain

08.01.2022 TMMP nurses Angela and Natalie creating Christmas spirit decorating our emergency room. #Christmas #TMMP

08.01.2022 TMMP Profiles Introducing Ray, hidden away in our engine room, keeping the IT running and tending to admin. Many of you will know his voice on the phone and others will remember him from 20 years ago, in the olden days, when banks had branches in places like Tamborine Mountain. In that mythical time, Ray was the manager of the local Westpac branch. Now he is using those skills to help keep us going and has now been with TMMP for 18 years. #tmmpprofiles

08.01.2022 This is National Diabetes Week Type 2 diabetes is the commonest form of diabetes and a major cause of heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, blindness, limb amputation and susceptibility to severe COVID19. Many people can have diabetes and not be aware of it. If you have any one of the following risk factors you should be checked by a blood test with your doctor. Risk factors- family history of diabetes, ancestry (Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, Asian, Middle Eastern..., Pacific Islander or Maori), past high glucose reading, history of high blood pressure needing medication, not eating fruit and vegetables every day, not getting more than 150 minutes of exercise each week, age over 40, smoking, waist measurement over 88 cm for women and 92 cm for men. Try the diabetes risk calculator below. #Diabetes #riskcalculator #preventivehealth See more

07.01.2022 We can help. #mentalhealth

06.01.2022 Give the gift of blood this Christmas. #blooddonation https://www.facebook.com/lifebloodau/videos/788383771712245/

06.01.2022 Breastscreen is coming to Tamborine Mountain from January 5th. Call ph: 132050 for a free appointment if you are aged over 40. Mammograms are recommended every 2nd year. Breastscreen has saved the lives of many Tamborine Mountain women. The lifetime risk of breast cancer for women in Australia is 1 in 8.... 9/10 women who have get breast cancer do not have a family history of breast cancer. #breastcancer #breastscreening See more

06.01.2022 Tamborine Mountain Medical Practice wishes the whole Mountain a very happy New Year and we look forward to helping make is a healthy one for us all.

05.01.2022 TMMP Profiles Dr Henri Coombs has been working at TMMP for the past 11 years. During that time he has also been working in various emergency departments on the Gold Coast providing him with a wealth of experience. He has completed advanced training in skin cancer medicine and is one of our expert skin clinic doctors. Henri is a straight shooter and a stoic whose commitment to running in his free time borders on the obsessive- we know of no-one else who completed a running challenge with a fractured tibia. #DrCoombs #TMMPprofiles

05.01.2022 Having difficulty getting connecting by phone? - in the process of connecting the practice to the NBN some telephone problems have been created. We will say one word and everyone will know what we mean: Telstra You can book an appointment on-line or come in. We still have phone connection but they have temporarily halved the number of lines we have access to. #phone #bookonline

04.01.2022 TMMP Profiles Introducing Dr Hok Siu. Hok has been at TMMP for two and a half years. He was born and raised in Scotland and attended the prestigious Edinburgh Medical School. He has the broad Scottish accent to match his homeland. Since he has been in Australia he has gained extensive experience working in emergency departments and in paediatrics. He is very popular with the children of the practice who have a great deal of fun with him. When he is not playing with kids he is playing with his dog who he adopted after he found him bereft at Fairhaven. Hok is soon to have a child of his own. He and his wife are expecting their first baby in February 2021. #tmmpprofiles

04.01.2022 If you thought COVID19 was scary then consider this: antibiotic resistance could lead to 10 million preventable deaths per year within 30 years. We are on our way back to a world where a small scratch could lead to death. Help us avoid unnecessary antibiotic use. Antibiotic Awareness Week 2020 #AntibioticResistance #antibioitcawareness... https://images.app.goo.gl/67rvDirW4E9C7xom9

04.01.2022 TMMP Profiles Introducing Registered Nurse Extraordinaire Natalie Cvelbar. Nat is well known to many after having worked at TMMP for ten years now. She is a very experienced nurse including work at Pindara Hospital and the Wesley Hospital prior to joining us. She has strong family links to the community and is adept at everything from IV infusions to wound care. She is now qualified to do cervical screening (formerly PAP Smears) and while she does your pap sear you may get to hear about her latest talents- planning her daughters wedding in the time of COVD19, or her latest craft or crochet project. We have asked her to crochet us a COVID vaccine but she feels she is not up to that yet. Cervical screening with Natalie is bulk-billed. #TMMPprofiles #registerednurse

04.01.2022 The latest COVID19 information in infographics. #COVID19 #coronavirus https://informationisbeautiful.net//covid-19-coronavirus/

03.01.2022 TMMP- experts in untangling the knots. #complexhealth #mentalhealth

03.01.2022 The pandemic is not over yet. Stay alert, get tested. Contact us if you are concerned. #COVID19

02.01.2022 Doctors vs Physios soccer match . The results are in from the match on the weekend. After a hard fought game and skillful play with some spectacular goals on both sides, the doctors were victorious with the final score 12 to 6. #doctorsvsphusios... #

01.01.2022 World CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE DAY. If you have ever been a smoker get your lung function tested with spirometry Identify it early for best outcomes #COPD #copdawareness #worldcopd #lunghealth... https://images.app.goo.gl/kdLsFFVvUpcLZ76BA