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Welcome to Stratford Medical Centre, where your well-being and health are our focus. Being happy really does start with being healthy.<\/p>\n
We believe in personalised, patient-centred care, where your choices and preferences are respected. Our friendly, caring and experienced team look forward to working with you and your network of family, friends and health professionals to meet your health needs and goals.<\/p>\n
Stratford Medical Centre is primarily a service support company providing the GPs with the infrastructure, nursing, treatment room and administrative services to run their own businesses. With this support the Doctors provide flexible and self-determined hours and clinical services from the location of Stratford Medical Centre, although they are their own business entities themselves. This is why there may be different fees, appointment lengths, services and styles of practice between each clinician, according to their preferences.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 000 for an ambulance.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(198,204,139,0.3)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(198,204,139,0.2)” icon_color=”#814a61″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”20px” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#814a61″ toggle_level=”h4″ body_text_color=”#814a61″ custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_transition_duration=”0ms” custom_css_toggle=”padding: 10px;||margin-bottom: 2%” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_blur=”10px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.13)” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Closed” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_css_main_element=”display: none;” custom_css_toggle_title=”display: none;” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”][\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Women’s Health” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Women\u2019s healthcare may include but is not limited to Cervical Screening Tests, breast checks, referral for mammography, family planning options, fertility counselling and management of menopause. Lifestyle plays an important role in all women\u2019s lives, with healthcare focused on prevention to maintain optimum health.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Child Health” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n We are delighted to provide care for children of all ages. This includes check ups, growth, illnesses, vaccinations and everything in between. Children up to the age of 16 years will be bulked billed. Children\u2019s health checks include monitoring development and normal milestones, immunisation and health promotion. Healthy Kids Checks for 3\u20134 year olds can assess readiness for school and provide an opportunity for early screening for visual acuity, hearing, coordination as well as motor skills and other areas of development.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Men’s Health” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Men\u2019s healthcare may include but is not limited to prostate screening, family planning options, screening pathology tests and sexual health. Lifestyle plays an important role in all men\u2019s lives and with healthcare focused on prevention to maintain optimum health.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Indigenous Health” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n At Stratford Medical we aim to provide culturally sensitive health care to Indigenous members of the Cairns community. With a focus on preventative health, as well as management of chronic disease, we provide annual health checks and \u201cClose the Gap\u201d registration for both children and adults.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Over 75’s Health Assessments” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n A comprehensive annual health check is recommended for all people aged over 75 to identify any health issues and optimize quality of life. Areas assessed may include but are not limited to lifestyle, mobility, medication, nutrition, exercise, safety in the home, care arrangements and support networks.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Care Following Discharge From Hostpital” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Stratford Medical Centre is able to offer home visits in certain circumstances to care for those recently discharged from hospital. We are able to see you at a home visit, or follow your progress at the clinic, to ensure your recovery is progressing and to keep a close eye on you for the development of complications. We are able to assist with arranging allied services to maximise your health and recovery. Home visits are charged a gap fee, as the Medicare rebate is inadequate to cover the costs of providing this service.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Travel Medicine” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Overseas travel exposes you to wonderful new experiences, but it can also expose you to potentially serious health risks. At Stratford Medical Centre we can advise you on preventative measures which can be taken to avoid infectious diseases (such as malaria medication) or discuss vaccination against serious disease.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Skin Checks and Minor Surgery” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Australia. The majority of skin cancers if detected early can be successfully treated and cured. Regular skin checks can be performed by our GPs. If required, our doctors can perform minor surgery including biopsies, removal of skin lesions, skin cancers, lumps and bumps. Our Practice is also equipped to treat or remove ingrown toenails.<\/p>\n We repair skin injuries and lacerations with stitching and manage many types of wounds. Why wait in ED when we can stitch lacerations right here?<\/p>\n Dr Sebastian – has gained valuable insight into the high rates of preventable skin cancers including melanomas in Queensland, led to sup-specialising in Skin Cancer and is now an Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor of the Skin Cancer College of Australasia, with Advanced Clinical Certificates in Dermoscopy and Skin Cancer Surgery and Medicine.<\/p>\n Sebastian enjoys teaching and is currently advancing on the Skin Cancer Fellowship Pathway and tutors Skin Cancer College students. He has developed a passion for comprehensive skin examinations as well as complex flap closure and skin graft surgeries.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Pregnancy and Breast Feeding” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Our doctors and nurses would love to look after you from planning (or surprise finding out), to delivery of your precious baby. One our doctors is a specialist lactation advisor, and works with the Breastfeeding Association. Many of our team are parents themselves, most with young children.<\/p>\n We offer shared care with the hospital, and referrals to obstetricians if needed. Post-delivery we will see you and baby regularly, to make sure all is progressing as expected.<\/p>\n Contraception, including IUD insertion, and vaccination of your baby are all things you can do with us at Stratford Medical Centre.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Family Medicine” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Family Medicine is comprehensive primary healthcare provided for individuals and families across all ages, genders, diseases and conditions. Care is provided on a continuing basis with an emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion. Your family doctor is an important part of helping manage your family\u2019s health and wellbeing.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Mental Health” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n A holistic approach to healthcare is important including physical, social, spiritual and mental health. Mental healthcare may include but is not limited to medication management, regular counselling, referral to allied health providers as well as preparation and ongoing management of GP mental healthcare plans.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Chronic Disease and GP Managed Care Plans” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Comprehensive and individualised care plan can ensure that all aspects of chronic disease are managed including goals to achieve optimal health. Chronic conditions including diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis, arthritis, chronic pain are amongst the most common conditions that can be supported with the help of a care plan. Many chronic disease patients are eligible for referral to allied health providers at a subsidised cost.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Injuries” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Stratford Medical Centre provides management of minor injuries, including stitching, wound and pain care. We are able to offer the initial management, as well as ongoing requirements including daily dressings with the practice nurse. Stratford Medical Centre has a minor injuries clinic in certain after hours periods. Please\u00a0<\/span>call reception<\/a>\u00a0to enquire about after hours availability. A number of our doctors are enthusiastic about procedures, stitching and emergency medicine. We do not feel you\u00a0should sit in Cairns Base Hospital Emergency Department if only waiting for minor injury management. Once you have been triaged and assessed as needing minor treatment only (such as stitching) of simple wounds, your wait could be hours. We would love to send you home earlier \u2013\u00a0<\/span>call us<\/a>\u00a0and see if we can assist you.<\/span><\/p>\n