Westcare Medical Centre Thornlie in Perth, Western Australia | Family doctor

Westcare Medical Centre Thornlie

Locality: Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 6112 2844

Address: Shop 4&5 Spencer Village Shopping Centre, 208 Spencer Road 6108 Perth, WA, Australia

Website: http://Www.westcaremc.com.au

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21.01.2022 Ever wondered what bulk billing is? Bulk billing is a payment option under the Medicare system of universal health insurance in Australia and it can cover a prescribed range of health services as listed in the Medicare Benefits Schedule The health service provider is paid directly by the government using your Medicare card so you not only save money but time too!... So what does this mean for you? Well it’s simple! There is no need to pay for a medical consultation and we are committed to seeing you return to health with no additional fees You can book an appointment with our GP by calling us on 6112 2844 or using the link below https://healthengine.com.au//westcare-medical-centre/s6924

16.01.2022 Talk to us for a GP Management Plan for Chronic conditions We can help people by providing an organised approach to care and assist in creating a plan of action which: Identifies your health and care needs... Sets out the services to be provided by your GP Lists the actions you can take to help manage your condition For more information, you can book an appointment with our GP by calling us on 6112 2844 or using the link below https://healthengine.com.au//westcare-medical-centr/s69244

13.01.2022 Need some ideas to help plan a healthy lunch box for your kid? Here's a few tips The six key parts to a healthy lunchbox include: fresh fruit fresh crunchy vegetables... milk, yoghurt or alternatives like calcium fortified soy yoghurt protein, meat or meat alternative, hard-boiled egg or peanut butter (careful some schools have a nut-free policy) a grain or cereal food like bread, a roll, flat bread, or crackers (try wholegrain or wholemeal choices) Water See more

13.01.2022 Yes we are open on most days!!!

11.01.2022 Watch out for stress! It has been called the silent killer and can lead to: heart disease... high blood pressure chest pain an irregular heartbeat So remember to slow down and take a minute for yourself and your health If you need any assistance you can book an appointment with our GP by calling us on 6112 2844 or using the link below https://healthengine.com.au//westcare-medical-centr/s69244

10.01.2022 Movember is here 1 in 5 men over 40 are diagnosed with prostate cancer. Prostate cancer occurs when abnormal cells within the prostate grow in an uncontrolled way ... It is the most common non-skin cancer in men and the chances of developing this type of cancer increase with age The symptoms don't usually appear until cancer has grown large enough to put pressure on the urethra and can include: feeling the frequent or sudden need to urinate finding it difficult to urinate (for example, trouble starting or not being able to urinate when the feeling is there or poor urine flow) discomfort when urinating finding blood in urine or semen pain in the lower back, upper thighs or hips For more information, you can book an appointment with our GP by calling us on 6112 2844 or using the link below https://healthengine.com.au//westcare-medical-centr/s69244

08.01.2022 Minor burns are common and they can be a result of scalds from hot drinks, hot water from kettles or pots, hot water taps in the kitchen or bathroom or contact with flames Follow these simple First Aid tips for minor burns: make sure you are safe... put the burnt area under cool running water for at least 20 minutes, but don’t use ice remove any clothing around the burn that is not stuck to it remove any jewellery near the burnt area if that is easy to do, incase of swelling after cooling the wound, apply a clean dressing or cling-wrap take painkillers like paracetamol and anti-inflammatory tablets if required For any major burns (larger than a 20 cent piece or in a sensitive area) seek medical aid urgently or go to the nearest emergency department For more information, you can book an appointment with our GP by calling us on 6112 2844 or using the link below https://healthengine.com.au//westcare-medical-centr/s69244

05.01.2022 Nerve pain also called neuralgia or neuropathic pain occurs when a health condition affects the nerves that carry sensation to the brain It is a particular type of pain that feels different from other kinds of pain and often feels like shooting, stabbing or burning sensation Nerve pain can be a result of damage to the nerves following a disease or injury... Good news is there are many ways to treat nerve pain and the first step is finding if there is an underlying cause. Painkillers and a range of different medicines can help, so can non-drug treatments like exercise, acupuncture and relaxation techniques For more information, you can book an appointment with our GP by calling us on 6112 2844 or using the link below https://healthengine.com.au//westcare-medical-centr/s69244

05.01.2022 Inflammation of the skin is commonly termed 'eczema' or 'dermatitis' Contact dermatitis occurs when the skin comes into contact with something that can cause it to become: cracked red blistered... thickened dry For more information, you can book an appointment with our GP by calling us on 6112 2844 or using the link below https://healthengine.com.au//westcare-medical-centr/s69244 We are a bulk billing practice and you may not have any out of the pocket expenses if you have a valid Medicare card