Health Guides and Resources
Helpful information and guides for patients at Surf Coast Superclinic. Understanding your health is the first step to better outcomes.
Health Guides
Iron Infusion: What You Need to Know
Comprehensive guide covering iron deficiency diagnosis, when iron infusions are needed, what to expect during the procedure, Medicare and PBS coverage, side effects, and post-procedure monitoring.
What's covered
- •When is an iron infusion needed?
- •What to expect during the procedure
- •Medicare and PBS coverage
- •Side effects and recovery
- •Ferritin level monitoring
Pathology and Blood Tests
Understanding common blood tests your GP may order — full blood count, iron studies, thyroid function, liver and kidney function, lipid profile, glucose, HbA1c, vitamins, hormones, and STI screening.
What's covered
- •Common blood tests explained
- •Fasting requirements
- •How GP referrals work
- •Bulk billing through Medicare
- •Understanding your results
Travel Vaccinations
Preparing for overseas travel from the Surf Coast? Guide to travel vaccines including hepatitis A and B, typhoid, Japanese encephalitis, cholera, rabies, and antimalarial prescriptions.
What's covered
- •Vaccines by destination
- •Yellow fever certification
- •When to book (6-8 weeks before)
- •Medicare and NIP coverage
- •Antimalarial prescriptions
After Hours Care
If you need medical attention outside our opening hours (Monday–Saturday, 9 am – 8 pm), these services are available for Winchelsea and Surf Coast residents.
Nurse-on-Call
Free health advice 24/7
1300 60 60 24
Barwon Health Emergency
University Hospital Geelong
03 4215 0000
For life-threatening emergencies, always call 000
Useful Health Links
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