Antenatal Shared Care Protocols

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Antenatal Shared Care Protocols

Antenatal Shared Care allows expectant mothers to receive their pregnancy care through a collaboration between their accredited General Practitioner and the local public hospital clinic.

  • Tailored Continuity: You visit your regular GP for routine checks, blood tests, and ultrasounds, ensuring consistent care from a doctor who knows your medical history.

  • Hospital Integration: Key hospital appointments occur at crucial milestones (typically early in pregnancy and near your due date) to coordinate birth plans.

  • Postnatal Support: Your GP provides ongoing support after delivery, assisting with recovery, breastfeeding guidance, and the 6-week maternal check-up.

Proactive Men’s Health Checks

Men often delay visiting the doctor, but routine health assessments are critical for early detection and prevention of chronic illness. Key preventative checks include:

  • Cardiovascular & Metabolic Risk: Regular monitoring of blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol levels starting from age 45 (or age 30 for First Nations individuals).

  • Cancer Screenings: Discussion of prostate health, bowel cancer screening kits (sent to eligible adults aged 45–74), and routine skin checks.

  • Mental Health & Lifestyle: Confidential assessments covering stress, mood changes, sleep quality, and physical activity guidance.

Childhood Developmental Milestones

The early years of a child’s life are pivotal for physical, cognitive, and social development. Structured health checks at key ages—such as 6–8 weeks, 4 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 2 years, and 4 years—ensure your child is reaching crucial milestones:

  • Physical Growth: Tracking height, weight, and head circumference against standard growth charts.

  • Motor & Language Skills: Assessing rolling, sitting, walking, speech progression, and social interactions.

  • Immunisations: Administering routine vaccines according to the National Immunisation Program Schedule.

Prioritise your family’s well-being by keeping up with regular health checks. Contact our clinic today to schedule an appointment with your GP.

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