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Introducing Dr Muhammed Chothia

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We are pleased to welcome Dr Muhammed Chothia to Medsana Medical Clinic. Dr Muhammed Chothia has extensive experience in women’s health and provides contraceptive procedures including hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs), copper IUD insertions, and contraceptive counselling. Dr Muhammed Chothia completed his medical degree at Flinders University in 2015 and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) […]

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Melanoma vs Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer: Key Differences, Early Signs, and When to See a Doctor

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Skin Cancer in Australia: Why Understanding the Different Types Matters When it comes to skin cancer, many Australians are aware of the risks. But do you really know the difference between melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers? Understanding how they differ could make all the difference when it comes to early detection and effective treatment. Patients

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Do Solariums Still Cause Skin Cancer Years Later? What You Need to Know About Long-Term Risk

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If you used a solarium years ago, it is completely natural to wonder whether it could still affect your health today. Many Australians used tanning beds before they were banned, often without realising the long-term risks. So the question comes up often: is the damage already done, or can it still cause problems years later?

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Needle-free Flu Vaccination: Protect Little Noses from the Flu

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Needle-Free Flu Vaccination for Children Flu spreads quickly in childcare settings. Vaccinations like the Flu vaccine is one of the most effective ways to help protect children, families, and educators during flu season. What is the intranasal flu vaccine? The intranasal flu vaccine is a needle-free option given as a gentle spray into the nose. It helps

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Timely PCR Swab Service

Available between 8:30am – 9am

 

  1. Short Telephone Consult with the patient – bulk billed if Medicare eligible. Private fees with no Medicare rebates apply if the patient has not seen us in the last 12 months.
  2. The doctor will request a respiratory panel for viruses and bacteria (where clinically appropriate).  For example, Influenza, Covid, RSV, mycoplasma, pertussis and so forth.  Not all possible infections are on this panel.  The doctor may decline the request if it is not appropriate and direct the patient accordingly.
  3. Normal fees will apply if more than swabbing is requested.  Clinical examination and other requests requires a normal consultation at another time.
  4. Patient arrives at the car park next to Building 10 before 11am.  Or takes the pathology request to another 4Cyte collection centre.
  5. Patient calls reception to notify of their arrival so the 4Cyte Pathology Collector can gown up and go the patient’s car to swab the patient.
  6. PCR swab gets sent to 4Cyte.  The processing times varies according to workflows.
  7. 4Cyte will SMS the patient with the Covid results.  Positive PCR test results for other respiratory viruses or bacteria are not named.  A negative PCR result doesn’t mean the patient is infection free.  These swabs narrow down the possibilities and guide appropriate treatments.
  8. An appropriate appointment needs to be made for results in person, via video or via phone.  Normal fees applies for these consult.  Normal fees applies if the doctor calls the patient for further clinical advice and management.  
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