Services

Capalaba Medical Centre offers comprehensive diabetic management and Medicare funded management plans for those patients aimed at reducing the risk of diabetic complications (heart attacks, stroke, kidney failure, loss of limb extremities etc). The secret to managing diabetes correctly is diligence from both the general practitioner, but also from the patient. The doctors at Capalaba Medical Centre have extensive experience and presently manage a large number of diabetes sufferers, achieving good outcomes with minimal disturbance to lifestyle. We initiate and manage all types of Diabetes therapy when required, from medication to injections, and provide comprehensive management strategies usually without the need for costly specialist referrals. Effective diabetes management often includes the use of allied health professionals where indicated.

Diabetes complications can often be avoided provided the condition is managed correctly. This usually relies on an effective practitioner-patient partnership.

Our practice provides quite advanced diabetic care through a commitment to further education. Many new diabetics are chasing the facility who will provide a comprehensive service which is up to date with changing clinical trends in diabetic management. Referral to specialist facilities are rarely required as a result of this.