Other Services|

• Q Fever Testing and Vaccination (Q-Vax)
Q fever is a bacterial infection that can cause a severe flu-like illness. The bacterium responsible is spread from animals, mainly cattle, sheep and goats - by inhalation of infected particles or contact with contaminated milk, meat, wool etc. A safe and effective vaccine is available to protect people who are at risk. Screening is required first to identify who can be vaccinated. We offer the pre-screening test and vaccination (Q-VAX) and will upload your results to the Australian Q fever register.

• Iron infusions & Venesections
An iron infusion is a medical procedure where iron is delivered directly into the bloodstream through a vein, to rapidly increase iron levels, often used to treat iron deficiency anaemia when oral iron supplements are ineffective or not tolerated. Venesections are used for a variety of reasons such as removal of excess body iron to prevent iron overload-related diseases and end-organ complications.

• ECG & Holter Monitor
ECG is a quick test to check the heartbeat. It records the electrical signals in the heart. Test results can help diagnose heart attacks and irregular heartbeats.

A Holter monitor is a small, wearable device that records the heart's rhythm for 24 hours. It's used to spot irregular heartbeats and may be done if a traditional electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) doesn't provide enough details about the heart's condition.

• Spirometry
Spirometry is a common test used to check how well your lungs work. It is used to diagnose asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other conditions that affect the ability to breathe.

• Implanon insertion and removal
Implanon is a highly effective, long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) implant, a small, flexible rod inserted under the skin of the inner upper arm that slowly releases a progestogen hormone (etonogestrel) to prevent pregnancy for up to three years.

• Skin checks
Thorough head-to-toe skin cancer checks using a dermatoscope with treatment, including excision by our doctors, if necessary.

• Recall/Reminder Service
A recall system is available for repeat tests and ongoing medical services.
Patients have a responsibility to follow up their own test results. We advise patients to ring us and check if they need to discuss the results with their doctor. Patients are always encouraged to participate in decisions regarding their own health.

•Chronic disease
We actively promote preventative health measures at Mount Compass Medical Centre and provide General Practice Management Plans. Plans are written individually with the patient by the nurse and include goals for sustaining good health. If three service providers (or more) are suggested for good patient care, the patient is eligible for a team care arrangement. Five annual Medicare-subsidised ancillary care visits may be recommended, including podiatrist, dietitian, physiotherapist, etc.

• Womens' health
Our General Practitioners are experienced in a wide range of women's health issues including breast checks, PAP tests, implanon insertion and shared care of pregnancies.

• Arterial Blood Pressure Testing
This screening is recommended for people with diabetes, smokers, over-weight patients and those 60 years and over to detect circulation problems early, so that preventative measures may be considered. Please discuss this test with your doctor.