Chronic Disease Management

Chronic diseases and illnesses are those serious conditions a visit or two to the doctor won’t fix.

Many of us experience complex health complaints throughout our lives, especially as we age. Others are unfortunately born with chronic care needs.

All doctors have years of experience treating patients for a range of chronic diseases and ailments, including:

• Alzheimer disease and dementia
• Arthritis
• Asthma
• Cancers
• Cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes (Type 1 & 2)
• Iron deficiency
• Strokes

Our GPs can also organise a Chronic Disease Management Plan – also known as a GP Management Plan. These plans help treat chronic and complex medical conditions that have been present for over six months.

We can help you access the best treatment for you or your loved one’s complex health needs. Please contact us for an appointment or book online.

Helpful Links and Websites

• Alzheimer’s Australia
  Loads of resources, help sheets, videos and access to support services for those affected by Alzheimer’s.
• Arthritis Australia
  Provides support and information for the 3.85 million Australians who have arthritis.
• Asthma Australia
  Tools and information for people with asthma and their families – includes a link to the daily pollen count.
• Asthma Council Australia
  Tips for understanding and living with asthma, as well as handy information on asthma first aid.
• Cancer Council Australia
  Cancer prevention, information and treatments.
• Continence Foundation of Australia
  Resources and information for people affected by bladder and bowel conditions.
• Dementia Behaviour Management Advisory Service
  Individualised support for carers and care recipients.
• Diabetes Australia
  Information and resources for people affected by diabetes, as well as those at risk.
• Epilepsy Foundation
  Guidance and support for people living with epilepsy. Includes lots of resources on understanding and managing the condition.
• Gastroenterological Society of Australia
  Patient information about gastrointestinal (gut/bowel) conditions, including helpful fact sheets.
• Genetic Alliance Australia
  Support for individuals and families affected by rare genetic conditions, while providing information, counselling and a listing of 80+ support services.
• Heart Foundation
  Assisting with the prevention and management of heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke.
• MS Australia
  The national multiple sclerosis body aims to connect sufferers with local support services and resources.
• My Aged Care
  Information on accessing aged care support services and resources.
• Osteoporosis Australia
  Patient information about osteoporosis, its prevention and treatment options – includes a searchable listing of bone density testing outlets and fracture centres.
• Parkinson’s Australia
  Peak national body representing the 100,000 Australians with Parkinson’s.
• Stroke Foundation
  Support, treatment and prevention programs for stroke survivors.