Doctor Newsletter Summer 2021

South East Melbourne

Doctor Newsletter Summer 2021

Inside: Your pull-out specialist listing

Pictured: Caregivers from Berwick’s 4 East Covid-positive unit

St John of God Berwick Hospital St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital St John of God Pinelodge Clinic St John of God Langmore Centre Hospitality | Compassion | Respect | Justice | Excellence

Welcome: Director of Medical Services In addition to being an Anaesthetist with an interest in pain management, Dr John Monagle is the Director of Medical Services for SJGHC’s South East Melbourne hospitals. He reflects on 2020 and the Covid-19 pandemic.

It’s tough to even know where to begin when trying to sum up 2020.

While it’s been difficult, sad, frustrating and challenging, it has also opened our eyes, as a healthcare provider, to the exceptional capacity our caregivers have to go above and beyond and respond to crisis. We always knew it to be true, but Covid-19 has tested us and proven our commitment in a way we could never have previously imagined.

Like you, we have adapted to a no-contact world, adopting telehealth and providing care, without the human touch where possible, to keep ourselves safe and protected.

As a whole, the Victorian health care system has been stretched and pulled in directions it’s never seen before. While working closely with the DHHS, St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) South East Melbourne hospitals were able to collaborate and support the public system throughout the pandemic. We accepted public lists to ease the pressure placed on the public hospitals. Despite the difficult circumstances, this was a welcome move for many public patients who were able to experience private hospital care including robotic surgery and private maternity care.

As the months rolled by and Victorian Covid-19 cases increased, we received 30 aged care residents from a facility located in Kilsyth. 24 of the residents tested positive to Covid-19. They were provided with care and medical treatment in a locked down ward on the 4th floor of our Berwick Hospital. Caregivers from throughout the hospital, including nurses, physiotherapists, doctors, pastoral practitioners and PCAs, came together to provide aged care during a pandemic- something they had never done before.

They did it with compassion, humour and respect and worked harder than ever, facing the hardship of losing 10 of the residents during this period.

In order to move recovered patients out of the Covid unit, the old Berwick Hospital at Gibb St was repurposed and recommissioned within 10 days to become a makeshift aged care facility. It was a safe place for the residents to transfer to, where they were cared for by a team of professionals.

This team involved caregivers from many St John of God Hospitals, including our SEM hospitals, Bendigo, Geelong, Accord (disability services) and Ballarat.

Many of these selfless individuals stayed in hotels, away from their homes and families, for up to 6 weeks while they worked long shifts dressed in full PPE. Now that Victoria is free of Covid-19 cases, we are starting to see the aftermath of the pandemic- the toll which has been taken on small business, those out of work. and for all of us during lockdown. Mental health care is revealing itself as a post-Covid health crisis.

This is just one reason we are pleased to announce the repurposing and redevelopment of our Gibb St hospital, which will re-open in 2022 as a mental health facility. Located right in the heart of south east Melbourne, the Langmore Centre will offer both inpatient and outpatient mental health care, drug and alcohol services, with the addition of a mother baby unit.

As 2020 draws to a welcome close, we will take a long list of learnings with us into a new year. We will use our experiences to work smarter and more efficiently with humanity and compassion. We will look to continue the relationships which were formed in a time of crisis, building on a stronger health care network for all Victorians. We will value each day, each person, each life, each encounter and never take human interaction for granted.

We look forward to continuing the partnerships we have with the GP community, always striving to provide the very best care to your patients in their time of need. We invite you to consider becoming part of our GP advisory group and share your insights, knowledge and receommendations to help shape the services provided at our hospitals. If you’d like to know more, please contact Joanne Masters at joanne.masters@sjog.org.au I wish you a safe christmas and new year.

Cheers to a healthy and safe 2021.

Dr John Monagle

St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital

Technology transforms recovery for stroke patients St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital is using cutting edge technology to transform the fine motor skills of Parkinson’s and Stroke patients.

The hospital was one of the first early adopters in Victoria to use the Tyromotion Amadeo - a world class device that sets the standard in robotic hand and finger rehabilitation. The robotic therapy system is designed to improve patient outcomes in grip, range, strength and overall movement.

Amie Malcolm explains that clinicians are able to manipulate the intensity and complexity of the robotic movements. She adds that the patient uses computer aided games that get increasingly more challenging and the movements can be measured with pin-point accuracy and real time reporting of results.

Amie Malcolm, senior occupational therapist and clinical lead for movement disorders at St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital, says that the hospital is experiencing quite dramatic results.

The hospital acquired the Amadeo in January 2020 and is now using the second generation of the Pablo system at a combined investment of $281,000. The technology is available for in-patients and out-patients as a part of their rehabilitation program.

“This technology is providing positive rehabilitation outcomes for our patients with Parkinson’s and Stroke. The ability to customise the therapy to work on specific finger movements as well as measure and evaluate patient progression sets this technology apart from traditional methods of therapy,” said Amie.

The robotic technology uses sensors that can detect even the smallest flicker of movement. The continuous repetitions help the brain to recognise and send the neuro-signals required for the hand to move its fingers.

The clinicians at St John of God Frankston use the Amadeo in tandem with the Tyromotion Pablo system which focuses on shoulder, arm and elbow movement.

Together, these systems allow patients with upper limb immobility to master greater movement and improve neuro-plasticity.

“We are using this technology on a range of patients with an acquired brain injury. But we’re also achieving results with patients who have balance and more general mobility issues. It’s a highly motivating form of rehabilitation for the patient as they can see their results in real-time on the screen.

“People who completed rehab some years ago can still benefit from the Amadeo and Pablo systems and we are seeing that in our outpatient clinics from people who have returned to rehab to gain enhanced mobility,” said Amie.

St John of God Frankston combines the robotic rehab system with sensory retraining as part of the SENSe Implement Research Project which aims to improve upper limb sensory loss as part of a broader neurorehabilitation approach.

“We are one of only a few hospitals chosen to participate in the SENSe program. The loss of sensation is sometimes overlooked in rehabilitation therapy so it is very rewarding from a clinical perspective to provide a more holistic approach to help patients regain independence following stroke.”

To find out more about the benefits of robotic-led rehabilitation or to make a referral contact Amie Malcolm on 9788 3333

BERWICK: New Doctors Dr Sarah Azer Urological Surgeon

Dr Haider Najjar Gynaecologist

Dr Azer welcomes phone calls from doctors at any time to provide guidance and advice. Dr Azer will see any new patients within two weeks from referral.

Dr Najjar has worked in the Monash Health service for over 20 years and been a consultant for the last 13 years.

His private practice is based at Mount Waverley, but he also consults from Berwick and Maryvale.

Areas of speciality include: -Robotic surgery -Stone surgery -Urodynamics -Incontinence Referrals:

P: 9769 4805 F: 9769 4792 E: sarah@azerurology.com.au W: www.azerurology.com.au

Consulting Address St John of God Berwick Specialist Centre.

Suite 2.4, Level 2. 55 Kangan Drive, Berwick

Mr Will Edwards Orthopaedic Surgeon -Foot and Ankle Mr Edwards works with both adolescents and adults performing sports trauma and reconstructive surgery.

Mr Edwards maintains expertise in the following areas:Correction of Bunions -Claw, Hammer & Mallet Toes -Ingrown Toenail Removal -Repair of Ankle Fractures -Ankle Problems -Achilles Tendon -Midfoot Arthritis -Flat Foot Reconstruction -Heel Pain - Plantar Fasciitis -Management of Fractures Referrals: P: 9510 0100

F: 9510 0111

E: reception@vicfoot.com Consulting Address St John of God Berwick Hospital, Consulting suites Ground Floor, 75 Kangan Drive, Berwick

Dr Najjar is also able to consult with patients in Arabic or German if preferred.

Referrals:

P: 9887 7772 F: 9887 7773 E: info@drhaidernajjar.com.au W www.create-health.com.au/

Consulting Address St John of God Berwick Hospital.,75 Kangan Drive ,Berwick

Dr Alex Voskobinik Cardiologist (EP) Alex graduated Monash University Medical School in 2008. He completed his cardiology advanced training at The Alfred Hospital in 2015 and then completed his sub-specialty Clinical Electrophysiology Fellowship at The Alfred and Royal Melbourne Hospitals between 2016 – 2018.

Between 2019 – 2020, he undertook further advanced ablation and pacing training at University of California San Francisco (UCSF).

Accepting referrals for: -Investigation and management of palpitations & syncope -Pacemaker & defibrillator implants & checks -Catheter ablation of AF, SVT, VT Referrals: P: 9509 5009

F: 9509 6448

W: heartclinicmelbourne.com.au

E: reception@heartclinicmelbourne.com Consulting Address 44 Main Street, Pakenham 3810

Dr Kiran Atmuri Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Mr Harry Clitherow Upper Limb Orthopaedic Surgeon

Kiran is interested in all aspects of Obstetrics and Gynaecology particularly high-risk pregnancy care, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery and perinatal mental health. He helped establish the Casey Perinatal Mental Health team where he is the Obstetric lead.

Mr Harry Clitherow specialises in the management of a degenerative, traumatic and sports-related conditions of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand.

He is also involved in orthopaedic research to try and improve outcomes for his patients.

He accepts all referrals: -Obstetrics, including twin deliveries, VBAC and women with chronic medical conditions -Medical management and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis, ovarian cysts and heavy menstrual bleeding -Urogynaecology including incontinence and prolapse -Abnormal cervical screening tests needing colposcopy Referrals:

P: 9070 0966 F: 9978 9416 E: reception@drkiranatmuri.com.au

Takes referrals for: -Shoulder -Elbow -Hand and wrist -Upper Limb Nerve Problems Referrals:

P: 9592 3388 F: 9419 7577 W: www.harryclitherow.com.au

Consulting Address St John of God Berwick Hospital , Ground Floor Consulting Suites, 75 Kangan Drive, Berwick

Consulting Address 547 Princes Hwy, Narre Warren

Dr Michael Braude Gastroenterologist

Mughda Kulkarni Gynaecologist (Uro Gynae)

Michael is proficient at managing a range of Gastroenterological issues, including liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome. He also performs upper and lower Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy), including polypectomy.

St John of God Berwick Hospital welcomes Dr Mugdha Kulkarni.

Michael is driven to provide excellence and equality in healthcare through a patient-centred approach.

Mugdha obtained her MBBS in India 2008 and gained her Fellowship RANZOG in 2020.

Mughda has commenced consulting in association with Dr Natharnia Young. She has a special interest in uroduynamics and pelvic floor issues.

Referrals: Referrals: P: 9709-2777 F: 9709-2788

E: manager@gihealth.com.au Consulting Address GI Health, 7 Gloucester Ave, BERWICK.

P: 1300 273 400 F: 1300 273 411

Consulting Address 62 Clyde Road, Berwick, 3806

Welcome to Melbourne Heart Care.

Referrals P: 03 9592 2177 F: 03 9592 3177 www.melbourneheartcare.com.au Consulting Address: St John of God Berwick Hospital,

Ground Floor Consulting Suites, 75 Kangan Drive, Berwick

Mr Michael Leung

Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Michael Leung is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Specialist in both Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI, joining Melbourne Heart care in 2002.

Michael undertook a two year Fellowship in coronary intervention at Monash Health gaining experience in a broad range of percutaneous interventions. In 2007, Michael was awards a PhD from Monash University for his research into human coronary microvascular haemodynamics and aortic biomechanics. In 2008, Michael completed a two year Post-doctoral fellowship at Royal Adelaide Hospital in Cardiac CT and Cardiac MR imaging. Michael has a public appointment at Monash Heart, Monash Health.

Michael accepts referrals for -Cardiovascular risk assessment/pre-operative assessment -Chest pain/angina/myocardial infarction -Shortness of breath/heart failure -Hypertension -Arrhythmia/atrial fibrillation

Dr Jeff Alison Cardiologist Dr Jeff Alison has special expertise in all facets of Cardiac Rhythm Management having more than 30 years’ clinical experience in this subspecialty (often referred to as “Electrophysiology and Pacing”).

He consults and advises on: -management of ambulatory and hospitalised patients with heart rhythm disorders.

-performs interventional procedures -electrophysiology studies, -catheter ablation, device therapy with pacemakers and implantable defibrillators and cardiac resynchronization therapy for heart failure (“biventricular pacing”).

Dr David Adam Cardiologist-Cardiac Rhythm Management Dr Adam trained at Monash University in Melbourne and completed his residency and general cardiology training at Monash Heart.

He then spent two years completing a fellowship in cardiac electrophysiology in British Columbia, Canada, before returning to Melbourne in 2006 to commence specialist practice. He has a public hospital appointment as a cardiologist and electrophysiologist at Monash Heart.

As a heart rhythm specialist, his interests include -implantable devices -biventricular pacemakers -defibrillators, catheter ablation of cardiac arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation.

Mughda Kulkarni

Referrals: Dr Emily Kotschet Cardiologist -Cardiac Consulting Address Rhythm Management Dr Kotschet is a Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist with a particular interest in inherited cardiac arrhythmias, including cardiac genetics and atrial fibrillation.

Emily finished her cardiology training then completed a three year fellowship in Electrophysiology with 2 years training in Canada, subspecialising in ablation.

Emily has a public hospital appointment at MonashHeart, Monash Medical Centre, performing device implantations and catheter ablations and is the Director of Cardiology Outpatients.

She also provides cardiac services in rural Victoria visiting Morwell.

St John of God Berwick Hospital

Commencement of Electrophysiology Studies at SJOG Berwick St John of God are focused on continually expanding our health services to accommodate the growing needs and demands of our local community.

It is with much excitement that we announce the commencement of Electrophysiology studies at St John of God Berwick.

Electrophysiology studies are invasive procedures that involve the placement of catheter electrodes at various intra-cardiac sites. The aim is to investigate the electrical aspects of abnormal heart function for diagnostic, therapeutic and/or prognostic purposes.

Indications for the referral of patients to have electrophysiology procedures are; Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Supraventricular Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Re-entry Tachycardia, Ventricular Tachycardia, and Syncope.

Please see our list of EP Cardiologists for referrals

Seeking expressions of interest General Practitioner Advisory Group St John of God South East Melbourne Hospitals are looking for interested GPs to join the Advisory Group to provide expert guidance, advice and support to the hospitals on priority areas and issues relevant to general practice.

Interested?

Please contact Merran Mackie, GP Liaison on 0438 168 903 or Joanne Masters, Business Development on 0427 562 663

St John of God Berwick Hospital I Doctor Directory

Surgeons Bariatric Surgery Mr Paul Ah-Tye Mr Zeev Dueib Mr Ray McHenry Robotic Mr Chris Hensman Robotic Mr Ara Saravanamuttu Robotic

Breast clinic Breast Surgery Mr Chilton Chong Mr Justin James Mr Foong Loh Miss Corinne Ooi Miss Katrina Read Mr Cyril Tsan

Cardiothoracic Surgery Mr Andrew Cochrane Mr Sergei Mitnovetski

Mr PY Tan 9886 7788 Mr Vikram David (Upper limb) 9769 8206 Mr Kwang Tay 9793 2687 Mr Andries de Villiers 5174 7299 Mr Cyril Tsan 9793 9043 Mr Will Edwards (foot/ankle) 9510 0100 9793 9043 Mr Cam Fary (hip/knee) 9928 6161 8784 5600 Mr Daniel Goldbloom 9928 6188 9760 2777 Gynaecology 9769 3223 (Foot and ankle) 9760 2777 Dr Poonam Arora (female) 9038 5200 9070 0966 Mr Jason Harvey 9760 2777 Dr Kiran Atmuri Dr Mei Cheah (female) 9796 1988 hand/wrist/elbow) 8849 9998 9887 9868 Mr Gayan Padmasekara 9707 3664 Dr Jodi Keane (upper limb) Dr Jorg Kemper 9796 2699 Dr Mugdha Kulkarni (Uro Gynae) 1300 273 400 Mr Rez Rahim (spine, hip, knee) 9796 2992 Mr Eden Raleigh (shoulder/knee) 9421 1900 9769 7611 9575 5100 Dr Jacques Lam 9038 5200 9887 7772 Mr Robert Steele (hip/knee) 9769 8206 Dr Haider Najjar Mr Rabi Solaiman (hip/knee) 9803 8066 9707 3664 Dr Payam Nikpoor (Uro Gynae) 1300 510 130 Mr Andrew Tang (knee, hip) 9429 9944 1300 121 000 9575 5100 Dr Naz Syed-Noh Prof Ton Tran 9769 8523 9796 1988 9340 5844 Dr Mark Tarrant (shoulder/hip/knee/foot) 9769 8745 9793 9043 Dr Peter Yong Mr Otis Wang (foot/ankle) 9928 6969 Dr Natharnia Young 1300 273 400 Mr Dirk van Bavel (hip/knee) 9882 7753 8784 5600 Gynaecology- Oncology 9515 0656 Dr Jane McNeilage

Hand

Colorectal Surgery Mr Hanu Chouhan Robotic Mr Zeev Dueib Mr Eric Ee Mr Phillip Harris Mr Brian Hodgkins Mr James Lim Mr TC Nguyen Robotic Mr Kwang Tay

9707 0685 8784 5600 9707 3664 9707 3664 9707 0685 9793 2687 9793 2687 9793 2687

Cosmetic Surgery Mr Tim Brown

Mr Jeremy Richardson Dr Rebecca Wyten

ENT Mr Guy Boag Mr Adnan Safdar

General Surgery

Mr Jason Harvey Re-wired Hand Therapy

Hepatobillary

Mr Mithra Sritharan

Neurosurgery Mr David Oehme Dr Caroline Tan Mr Craig Timms

8768 5000 9486 6721 Obstetrics 8849 1400 Dr Poonam Arora (female) Dr Kiran Atmuri Dr Mei Cheah (female) 9700 1188 Dr Jodi Keane 9769 3930 Dr Jorg Kemper Dr Jacques Lam Dr Naz Syed-Noh 9793 9043 Dr Mark Tarrant 9707 0685 Dr Peter Yong 8784 5600 Joy Maternity Clinic

Mr Paul Ah-Tye Mr Hanu Chouhan Robotic Mr Zeev Duieb Mr Eric Ee 9707 3664 Mr Mikhail Fisher 9707 3664 Mr Philip Harris 9707 3664 Mr Chris Hensman Robotic 9760 2777 Mr Brian Hodgkins 9707 0685 Mr Suren Jayaweera 9707 3664 Mr Foong Loh 9707 3664 Mr Ray McHenry 9760 2777 Mr TC Nguyen Robotic 9793 2687 Mr Niruben Rajasagaram 1300 261 691 Miss Katrina Read 9340 5844 Dr Sherry Salter 9707 3664 Mr Ara Saravanamuttu Robotic 9760 2777 Mr Mithra Sritharan 9707 3664

9417 1331

Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery

Mr Charles Baillieu Mr Tim Brown (cosmetic) Dr Yvonne Chow 9038 5200 Mr Raminder Dhillon Mr Nelson Low 1300 996 690 Mr Jeremy Richardson Dr Rebecca Wyten 9707 3664

9792 6655 8768 5000 9792 6655 9988 2888 9792 6655 9486 6721 8849 1400

Thoracics Mr Cliff Choong 1800 367 746 Mr Andrew Cochrane 9342 2446 Mr Sergei Mitnovetski 9427 1104

8784 5600 8784 5600 9515 0656

Thyroid Surgery 9769 3223 9070 0966 9796 1988 9887 9808 9796 2699 9769 7611 1300 121 000 9796 1988 9769 8745 8784 5800

Ophthalmology Mr John Gioulekas

9768 9711

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Mr Warren Crossley Dr Krati Garg Mr Joseph Gunn Mr Christopher Poon Mr Michael Schenberg Mr Kevin Spencer

Orthopaedic Surgery Mr Kosta Calligeros (hip, knee) Mr Harry Clitherow (Upper limb)

9088 2228 9088 2228 9654 4400 9561 2811 9706 7990 9347 3788

Mr Chilton Chong Mr Justin James Mr Suren Jayaweera Mr Cyril Tsan

9575 5100 9769 8206 9707 3664 9793 9043

Uro Gynaecology Dr Natharnia Young

1300 273 400

Urology Assoc Prof Sree Appu Robotic 9563 7899 Dr Sarah Azer Robotic 9769 4805 Mr Tony De Sousa Robotic 1300 702 811 Mr Scott Donnellan Robotic 9769 4805 Mr Dennis King Robotic 9500 9577 Mr Paul Manohar 9769 4805 Assoc Prof Philip McCahy 1300 307 876 Dr David Pan 9563 7899 Mr Trung Pham 9792 6795 Mr Niero Rajarubendra Robotic 9070 8890 Mr Shekib Shahbaz Robotic 1300 702 811

Vascular Surgery

Mr Yew-Ming Kuan* Mr Lachlan Maddock 9789 7584 Mr Alan Saunder 9592 3388 Mr Ming Yii *

9793 3337 8060 4271 9793 3337 8784 5600

* Also works in Cath Lab/Endovascular

Summer 2021

Physicians Dr David Adam* Mr Mohammad Alasti* Dr Jeffrey Alison* Dr Joseph Amin* Dr Adam Brown* Dr John Counsell Dr Mark Freilich* Dr Emily Kotschet* Dr Michael Leung* Dr Yuvi Malaipan* Dr Kiran Minnur* Dr Ali Safaa* Dr James Sapontis* Dr Matthew Swale* Dr Alex Voskobinik* Dr Brian Wai

9592 2177 Dr Babak Rad

Dermatology 8535 4798

Dr Udaya Seneviratne

Gastroenterology

Orthotics

Dr Chin Tan Dr Mor Aik Wee

Epilepsy & Seizure Clinic

Dr Michael Braude Dr Luke Crantock Dr Jacqui Dobson Dr Geetha Gopalsamy Dr Darcy Holt Dr Shara Ket Dr Barry Lipschitz (paediatric) Dr Puneet Mahindra Dr Ferry Rusli Dr David Rubinstein Dr Manjeet Sandhu Dr Catherine Sorell

9709 2777 Head to Foot Orthotics 9709 2777 8791 8788 9709 2777 9709 2777 9791 8788 9576 2730 9709 2777 9709 2777 9791 8788 9709 2777 9709 2777

8784 5600 8784 5600 8784 5600

Haematology Dr Pasquale Fedele Dr Gareth Gregory Dr Michael Low Dr Shreerang Sirdesai Dr Gaurav Srivastava Dr Shahla Vilcassim

9544 6448 9544 6448 9544 6448 9793 9491 8784 5600 9544 6448

1800 292 292

Rehabilitation Physicians Dr Chris Baguley* Dr Nilu Rathnayake* Dr Bruce Shirazi*

8784 5468 8784 5468 8784 5468

* Berwick & Frankston

Respiratory Medicine Dr Camelia Borta Dr Michael Farmer Dr Eric Kuo

9769 8206 9791 3335 9791 3335

Sleep Medicine 8784 5600 8784 5600 8784 5600 8784 5600 8784 5600

Dr Camelia Borta Dr Chris Daley Dr Eric Kuo Dr Peter Solin Sleep studies enquiries

9769 8206 9594 0066 9791 3335 9594 0066 8784 5600

59 70 5360 8784 5600 8726 0628 9575 5100 9707 3664 9548 5776 9548 5776

9870 2284

Dr Lakshimi Etta Dr Peter Forrest Dr Datta Joshi Dr Paul Machet Dr Melanie Pillay Dr Antoine Pinto

8784 5600 9791 1855 9791 1855 9886 7788 8784 5600 9886 7788

(Cardiac, Medical, Orthopaedic, Respiratory, Urology & General Surgical)

8784 5085 Ring this phone number to arrange admission under one of our consultants

Pain Management Clinic Dr John Monagle

Important numbers Admissions Hotline:

Paediatricians

8784 5617

Physicians

Geriatrics Dr Saad Ahmed Dr Ramy Ghaly Dr Kim Tew

9773 2752

Perinatal Mental Health

Oncology

Dr Alam Alamageer Dr Shaefat Jamil 8393 1688 Dr Sem Liew 8393 1688 Dr Esther Lin Dr Cam McLaren Dr Sanjeev Sewak 8784 5600 Dr Andrew Strickland

Endocrinology

8784 5600

9789 6011 9592 2177 Interventional Radiology 9709 6500 8794 2200 Dr Yen Chieng 9554 8611 8784 5800 9791 3811 Joy Maternity Clinic 9509 5009 8784 5600 9592 2177 MS Clinic Dr Deepa Rajandran (Neurologist) 9592 2177

8784 5600 1800 302 111 Nephrology 8794 2200 Dr Anushka Gujadhur 9789 6011 8794 2200 Neurology 9509 5009 Dr Mahi Jasinarachchi (EMG) 8794 2200 Dr David Moses (EMG) Dr Deepa Rajendran *Interventional Dr Jayanthe Rupasinghe * Electro-Physiology/Arrhythmias Dr Udaya Seneviratne Dr Rose Mak

Raphael Centre:

Infectious Disease

Cardiology

Dr Saad Ahmed 8784 5600 Dr Mohammed Al-Souffi 8784 5600 Dr Mirza Baig 8784 5600 Dr Minz Cheah (General) 9886 7788 Dr Ramy Ghaly (Geriatrician) 8784 5600 Dr Anushka Gujadhur (Nephrologist)

9773 2752 Dr Sem Liew (Oncologist) 8726 0628 Dr Chin Tan (Endocrinologist) 8393 1688 Dr Eugene Teh (General) 8784 5600 Dr Kim Tew (Geriatrician) 8784 5600

Hospital Consulting Suites: 8784 5600

Hospital Reception: 8784 5000 www.sjog.org.au

Berwick GP Liaison Officer Kate Ryan

0428 965 766

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Change of contact details: BERWICK Dr Peter Yong Obstetrician | New address: 547 Princes Highway, Narre Warren Dr Esther Lin Oncologist & Palliative Care Physician | New address and phone number: St John of God Berwick Specialist Centre. Level 2 , Suite 2.4 55 Kangan Drive, Berwick 9575 5100 Dr Cam McLaren Oncologist | New phone number: 9707 3664 Mr Scott Donnellam and Mr Paul Manohar Urologists | New address: St John of God Berwick Specialist Centre. Level 2 , Suite 2.4 55 Kangan Drive, Berwick

PINELODGE: New Doctors Dr Usman Riaz Psychiatrist Dr Usman holds a Master of Public Health with a major in Occupational Health and Safety from Monash University and a Master of Psychiatry from the University of Melbourne. He is a Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrist with a sub speciality in addiction psychiatry through RANZCP. Will take referrals for general adult psychiatry including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, borderline personality disorder and psychotic disorders.

Consulting Referrals: T 8793 9333 F: 8793 9330 E: referrals.pinelodge@sjog.org.au Inpatient Admissions T: 03 8793 9478 F: 03 8793 9335 Consulting Address St John of God Pinelodge Clinic 480 Heatherton Rd, Dandenong 3175

Dr Sadaf Khattack Psychiatrist

Dr Sam Jasinarachchi Consultant Physician

Dr. Sadaf Khattak is a compassionate psychiatrist who believes in a collaborative and evidence based approach which is focused on identifying the shared goals in the treatment. She is an advocate in her field for a holistic approach in the treatment of mental illness.

Special interests: -Women’s mental health -Anxiety Disorders -Depressive Disorders -Bipolar Affective Disorders -Sleep Disorders -Chronic Fatigue -Trauma Related Stress Disorders

Dr Jasinarachchi is able to provide and coordinate comprehensive general medical management for patients with multiple comorbidities.

Consulting referrals: P 8793 9333 F: 8793 9330

E: referrals.pinelodge@sjog.org.au Inpatient Admissions T: 8793 9478 F: 8793 9335 Consulting Address St John of God Pinelodge Clinic, 1480 Heatherton Rd, Dandenong 3175

Referrals accepted for: -Management of chronic general medical conditions, where multi-speciality input is required -Complex medical management for patients with mental health disorders -Obstetric patients with medical issues -Non-malignant haematological conditions such as anaemia, venous thromboembolism (VTE) and blood cell dyscrasias -Perioperative assessment and management, chronic pain management Languages spoken: English, Sinhalese Consulting referrals: T: 8793 9333 F: 8793 9330

E: referrals.pinelodge@sjog.org.au Consulting Address St John of God Pinelodge Clinic, 1480 Heatherton Rd, Dandenong 3175

St John of God Berwick Hospital

Berwick welcomes its second McGrath Breast Care Nurse St John of God Berwick Hospital is pleased to welcome McGrath Breast Care Nurse Katie Cao, who joins Liz Douglass in providing ongoing support, advice and care to patients facing a breast cancer diagnosis.

Under new leadership Julie Gould has joined the team as Berwick Consulting Suites Manager. For enquiries please contact Julie on 8784 5600 or julie.gould@sjog.org.au

Both Liz and Katie can be contacted on 0417 125 968

Berwick Hotlines Admissions Hotline: (Cardiac, Medical, Orthopaedic, Respiratory, Urology & General Surgical)

8784 5085 Ring this phone number to arrange admission under one of our consultants

Hospital Consulting Suites: 8784 5600

Hospital Reception: 8784 5000

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St John of God Pinelodge Clinic

The Langmore Centre Mental health hospital coming to Berwick in 2022 2021 will see the finalisation of plans and the commencement of the redevlelopment of Berwick’s Langmore Centre.

The Langmore Centre, formerly the old St John of God Berwick Hospital located at Gibb Street, will be refurbished and repurposed to meet the everincreasing demand for mental health care in South East Melbourne.

This project will produce a contemporary mental health facility in a location which is placed to work collaboratively with the Berwick Hospital and to provide care for patients closer to home in the heart of Melbourne’s south eastern corridor.

Pinelodge Clinic & Langmore CEO, Linda Allen feels the move will be beneficial for the community, “After a lengthy community consultation process involving a variety of stakeholder groups, we know that south east

Above: Artists impressions of the Langmore Centre *Source: City of Casey Annual Report 2019-20

Melbourne is in desperate need of mental health beds and services for patients closer to home.”

The Centre will not only provide services for mental health, addiction, day therapy and consulting, but also the introduction of a Perinatal Mental Health Unit.

“The Perinatal Unit will add significant support for the new families in our community. The City of Casey alone saw 5,314 births in financial year 19-20 and children aged 0-4 years were the largest cohort with 31,100 in 2020.* With so many young, growing families it’s important that we offer the support systems they need closer to home,” says Linda.

We look forward to bringing you more news on the Langmore Centre in 2021 and keeping you up to date once repurposing is underway!

The joy of lower cost private maternity care for only $990* out of pocket Tailored packages for your uninsured patients now available. Please call 8784 5300 to learn more www.sjog.org.au/berwickjoy * Please visit website for T&Cs

PET/ CT coming to I-MED Radiology Casey in December 2020 I-MED Radiology are always striving to be at the forefront of technology. That is why they are proud to announce the introduction of a PET/CT service at the Casey clinic this coming December.

Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT) scans are used to help diagnose a variety of diseases including many types of cancers.

Using radiopharmaceuticals, radiologists use PET to diagnose, stage and monitor a variety of malignancies, and to assess the metabolic activity of a variety of disease processes. It is also useful in assessing cardiac function and neurodegenerative disease. The “metabolic” image is fused with a CT image to allow high anatomical detail.

The specialised PET/CT service at the Casey clinic will offer: • Patients within the community access to local highquality specialised oncology investigations.

• The latest technology and imaging techniques to produce the most accurate images available.

• Reporting of images by dual-trained specialist radiologist.

• Reporting available within 24 hours and the radiologist is always happy to discuss your patients’ results.

Meet our reporting radiologist: Dr Raymond Shafik-Eid M.B.B.S MMed FRANZCR FAANMS Dr Raymond Shafik-Eid is a dual-trained radiologist in both diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine. After completing his radiology training at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne, Dr Shafik-Eid gained his Fellowship in Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT at Monash Medical Centre.

Dr Shafik-Eid’s interests include oncologic imaging (particularly prostate cancer). He has extensive experience in prostate PET/CT, general diagnostic radiology (including mammography and MRI), and general interventional procedures (especially MSK intervention).

As well as private practice, Dr Shafik-Eid holds an esteemed position at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne as a PET/CT specialist. He is also actively involved in teaching radiology and nuclear medicine Fellows as an honorary senior lecturer at the University of Melbourne. Dr. Shafik-Eid is the clinic director at I-MED Radiology Berwick.

The team at the Casey clinic offer a full comprehensive service including MRI, low dose CT, X-ray, Ultrasound, Bone densitometry, Tomosynthesis, interventional procedures, Nuclear medicine and soon to be PET/CT.

Please phone I-MED Casey on: 9709 6500 or Fax: 9709 6550 Appointments can be also booked online at booki-med.com.au

Benefits of PET Scans PET scan plays a very important role in cancer diagnostic staging. It alters clinical management by adequately staging the cancer status and detecting unknown occult metastases which are unrecognised in conventional imaging. In addition, PET scan also provides an important role in the treatment response evaluation and as a prognostic marker.

At present, the Medicareapproved indications for PET in few cancers e.g lung, breast, oesophageal, colorectal, gynaecological, melanoma, head and neck cancer,

sarcoma and primary brain cancer, and lymphoma.

PET scan service is an essential component in cancer care. The new PET service at SJOG Berwick will provide stateof the art cancer services to local residents in Casey, Cardinia and regional Gippsland.

Our patients now are able to consolidate all their cancer investigations and treatments in one centre. They do not need to travel miles away to hospitals e.g. Frankston or Moorabbin for their PET scan, which they have been doing for the last few decades.

Dr Sem Liew, Oncologist P: 8726 0628 Suite 1.3 Level 1, 55 Kangan Drive Berwick

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