Wound dressing in Carindale, for chronic wounds.
Wound dressing in Carindale for chronic wounds and ulcers starts with a GP assessment of what's slowing your healing. Our nurses then manage your dressing changes, with a plan that tracks progress over time.
Wound dressing for venous leg ulcers
Venous leg ulcers are the most common type of chronic wound. They usually appear on the lower leg, around the ankle, when the veins struggle to return blood to the heart. Swelling, skin discolouration and itchy, dry skin often come first. Without treating that underlying vein problem, ulcers tend to heal slowly or keep coming back.
At Carindale Doctors, your GP assesses your circulation and may refer you for vascular tests to confirm the cause. Treatment often combines the right wound dressing with compression, which helps blood flow and reduces swelling, as long as your arterial circulation is adequate. Our nurses then manage dressings and track progress at every visit.
In short: Carindale Doctors provides wound dressing for chronic wounds such as venous leg ulcers inside Westfield Carindale, with GP assessment of circulation, referral for vascular tests if needed and nurse-led dressing care. Compression may be recommended where safe. Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
- Venous leg ulcer assessment
- Circulation checks
- Vascular test referral if needed
- Compression advice where safe
- Nurse-led dressing changes
- Progress tracked over time
Chronic wound care in Carindale
Leg ulcers are common in older adults, and many of our Carindale patients have lived with one for months before getting a clear plan. Our approach focuses on the cause, not just the dressing.
See our main wound dressing page.
Preventing leg ulcers from coming back
Once healed, these steps help prevent recurrence:
- Wear compression stockings if recommended.
- Stay active, as walking helps calf muscles pump blood.
- Moisturise the skin on your lower legs.
- Check your legs regularly for new sores.
Your GP can review your circulation regularly.
What chronic wound dressing includes
Your care includes:
- GP assessment of the cause
- Circulation check
- Dressing plan
- Regular nurse dressing changes
- Wound measurement
- Prevention advice
Visits may be needed once or twice a week.
Chronic wound dressing, step by step
Our approach:
- Step 1, assess: GP checks the cause and circulation.
- Step 2, plan: dressings and compression if suitable.
- Step 3, treat: regular nurse visits.
- Step 4, prevent: support to stop ulcers returning.
Wound dressing costs in Carindale
Chronic wound care involves regular visits, so we’ll explain costs upfront.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nurse visits | Medicare rebate where eligible |
| Dressings and compression | Cost depends on the products used |
| GP reviews | Standard consultations |
| Billing | Mixed billing practice, with fees explained when you book |
| Medicare rebate | Processed onsite where eligible |
| Children 16 and under | Bulk billed |
| Patients 65 and over | Bulk billed for the initial consultation |
| Early appointments | After-hours fees apply before 8am |
| Concession cards | Discount on standard consultations for Health Care Card and pension card holders |
Chronic wound care in Carindale
Our clinic is on Level 1 of Westfield Carindale, beside Priceline and Centre Management, with lifts close to the car parks and seating for patients who find walking difficult.
We care for chronic wounds for patients from Carina, Belmont, Mansfield, Chandler and Capalaba.
- Lifts close to the car parks
- Step-free access
- Regular nurse appointments
- Patients from Chandler and Capalaba 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
Leg ulcer and chronic wound questions
Poor blood flow back from the legs, often with swelling.
Often yes, if your arterial circulation is adequate.
It varies, often weeks to months with the right treatment.
Yes, which is why prevention matters.
Sometimes, such as a vascular specialist. We'll refer you if needed.
Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
Book chronic wound care
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.