Endometriosis affects around 1 in 9 Australian women with those suffering waiting an average of seven years before diagnosis.
To build the capacity of primary care to manage this condition and improve access to expert, multidisciplinary services, the Australian Government is funding 20 endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics across Australia.
In WA, The Garden Family Medical Clinic in Murdoch and Pioneer Health Albany have been funded by WAPHA to participate. Women do not need to be an existing patient to access services.
The Garden Pelvic Pain Clinic in Murdoch can provide patients with a personalised, evidence-based treatment plan through education, support and connection to a qualified multi-disciplinary team. They are also offering services to all parts of WA through GP, nurse and pelvic physio appointments via telehealth (video or phone). Existing and new patients can find out more and register for an initial appointment at thegardenmedical.com/service/pelvic-pain-clinic/ or by phoning 08 6186 7992.
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Women in and around the Albany area can access the Pioneer Pelvic Pain Clinic for a multidisciplinary approach that provides comprehensive care. The dedicated patient support coordinator will work closely with patients, their treating GP and allied health providers to tailor a management plan that is specific to their needs and priorities.
New and existing patients can find out more and self-refer by emailing pelvicpain@pioneerhealth.com.au, calling 08 9842 2822 or visiting www.pioneerhealth.com.au/Services/Pioneer-Pelvic-Pain-Clinic.
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