Lymphoedema Clinic
Lymphoedema is the accumulation of fluid resulting in swelling in the body. It usually affects the limbs, but it can also involve the trunk, breast, head and neck or genital area. Lymphoedema can occur for a variety of other reasons and it is a common side-effect of cancer treatment.
If you are living with or at risk of lymphoedema, we can help.
Are you at risk of developing lymphoedema? Ask your health professional to refer you to our clinic for an ‘at risk’ assessment where you can learn about reducing your risk of developing lymphoedema and how to recognise the early signs of lymphoedema.
Our Lymphoedema Clinic is located at our balit wurun health centre. The clinic operates on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, with the assessment clinic held on Thursday mornings.
If you think you may have lymphoedema, ask your GP to send a referral to our clinic for assessment. We see people of all ages and all types of lymphoedema.
Mercy Health Clinic If you have previously been seen at the Mercy Health Lymphoedema Clinic:
Our Clinic opened on 1 June 2020 and replaces the Lymphoedema Clinic that was based at Mercy Health’s Heidelberg and Werribee locations.
You still need a doctor’s referral and must contact us to request a form so we can access your lymphoedema notes from Mercy Health before you attend here.
Referral Guidelines We require a medical referral including:
- Past medical history
- Current medications
- Current issues with regard to lymphoedema
- Comprehensive cancer treatment history (if appropriate)
- Investigation results in connection to the lymphoedema/causative factors
- GP details
- Client contact details
- Latest blood test result.
Fees There is a co-payment for appointments with our lymphoedema therapists. Our intake team will advise you of the fee based on your household income.
If you are eligible to claim under TAC, WorkCover or NDIS, please discuss this with our admin team prior to your first appointment.
For more information, visit our Fees page.
Call us today to book an appointment!
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