Wound care in Carindale, quick and gentle.
Wound care in Carindale for cuts, skin tears and post-operative sites, provided by our nursing team at Westfield Carindale. Dressing changes are quick, and you won't need to see a GP first.
Skin tears and fragile skin in older adults
As we age, skin becomes thinner and more fragile, so a minor bump against furniture, a car door or a wheelchair can cause a skin tear. Skin tears are especially common on the arms and lower legs in older adults, and in people taking blood thinners or long-term steroids. They need gentle care, because the torn flap of skin can often be saved if it’s handled correctly.
At Carindale Doctors, our nursing team cleans the tear, carefully repositions the skin flap where possible and applies a non-stick dressing that won’t damage the fragile skin when removed. We mark the direction for removing the dressing and review the tear regularly until it’s healed.
In short: Carindale Doctors provides quick, gentle wound care inside Westfield Carindale, with special care for skin tears in older adults. Our nurses reposition skin flaps, use non-stick dressings and review healing regularly. You can book directly with our nurses, and Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
- Skin tears on arms and legs
- Skin flaps repositioned gently
- Non-stick dressings for fragile skin
- Regular review until healed
- Prevention tips for fragile skin
- Book directly with our nurses
Gentle wound care in Carindale
Many older Carindale residents visit us for skin tears. Our nurses take extra care with fragile skin, so dressing changes are as comfortable as possible.
See our main wound care page.
Preventing skin tears
These steps help protect fragile skin:
- Moisturise twice a day.
- Wear long sleeves or shin guards if you bump easily.
- Pad sharp furniture edges and wheelchair parts.
- Keep walkways clear to prevent falls.
Good nutrition and hydration also help keep skin strong.
What your wound care visit includes
Your visit includes:
- Gentle cleaning
- Skin flap repositioned if possible
- Non-stick dressing
- Arrow marking for safe removal
- Healing review
- Prevention advice
Most visits take 15 to 20 minutes.
Skin tear care, step by step
Our approach:
- Step 1, clean: gently clean the tear.
- Step 2, realign: reposition the skin flap.
- Step 3, dress: apply a non-stick dressing.
- Step 4, review: check healing at regular visits.
Wound care costs in Carindale
Wound care visits are quick and billed simply.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nurse visit | Medicare rebate where eligible |
| Dressings | Cost depends on the type |
| Patients 65 and over | Bulk billed for the initial consultation |
| Billing | Mixed billing practice, with fees explained when you book |
| Medicare rebate | Processed onsite where eligible |
| Children 16 and under | Bulk billed |
| Concession cards | Discount on standard consultations for Health Care Card and pension card holders |
Wound care in Carindale
Our clinic is on Level 1 of Westfield Carindale, next to Priceline and Centre Management, with lifts, step-free access and seating, which suits older patients.
We care for wounds for patients from Carina, Belmont, Mansfield, Holland Park and Camp Hill.
- Lifts and step-free access
- Short nurse appointments
- Centre parking close to entrances
- Patients from Holland Park and Camp Hill welcome
Inside Westfield
Carindale.
Next to Priceline & Centre Management
Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road, Carindale, QLD 4152
Centre parking, lift and step-free access, and an easy run from across Brisbane's southside — book a check-up around the rest of your day.
| Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7:30 — 17:00 |
| Tuesday, Thursday | 8:30 — 16:00 |
| Saturday, Sunday & public holidays | Closed |
Serving
Bring to your first visit
- Medicare card and any concession cards
- A list of your current medications
- Referral letters or recent results, if you have them
- Photo ID if you're a new patient
Skin tear and wound care questions
Skin becomes thinner with age and with some medicines, such as steroids and blood thinners.
No, use non-stick dressings to avoid more damage.
Usually two to four weeks.
Yes, no GP visit is needed first.
We'll arrange a GP review.
Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
Book wound care
Quick and gentle at Westfield Carindale.
Speak to reception 07 3120 0990Talk to us about your care.
Call the practice during opening hours and our reception team will help, or book your appointment online any time.
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Phone07 3120 0990
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Fax07 3120 0991
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Opening hoursMonday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 — 17:00
Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30 — 16:00
Closed Saturday, Sunday & public holidays
In a medical emergency, call 000 immediately.
Rather speak to someone?
Call reception during opening hours, or book online any time.
Reception answers during opening hours. You can also email info@carindaledoctors.com.au.