Wound management in Carindale, with a clear plan.
Wound management in Carindale for chronic wounds and ulcers that are slow to heal. Your GP looks at the underlying cause, our nurses handle the dressings, and your healing is tracked visit by visit.
Managing chronic wounds and leg ulcers
A wound that hasn’t healed after four to six weeks is considered chronic. The most common types are venous leg ulcers, caused by poor blood flow back from the legs; arterial ulcers, from reduced blood supply; diabetic foot ulcers; and pressure injuries in people with limited mobility. These wounds rarely heal with dressings alone, because something underneath is holding them back.
At Carindale Doctors, wound management starts with your GP looking for that underlying cause, which may involve blood tests, a check of your circulation or a referral for vascular tests. Our nurses then manage your dressings to a clear plan, measuring and recording the wound so we can see whether it’s improving and adjust treatment if it isn’t.
In short: Carindale Doctors provides wound management inside Westfield Carindale for chronic wounds such as venous, arterial and diabetic ulcers and pressure injuries. Your GP investigates the underlying cause, our nurses manage dressings, and healing is measured and tracked. Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
- Venous leg ulcers
- Arterial ulcers
- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Pressure injuries
- Underlying causes investigated
- Healing measured and tracked
A wound plan you can follow
Chronic wounds can be discouraging. Having a clear plan, with regular nurse visits and GP reviews at set intervals, helps you see progress and stay on track at our Carindale clinic.
See our main wound dressing page.
What stops a wound from healing
Common reasons a wound won’t heal include:
- Poor circulation in the legs.
- High blood sugar from diabetes.
- Swelling that isn't controlled.
- Infection or repeated pressure on the area.
Treating these is often the key to healing.
What wound management includes
Wound management can include:
- GP assessment of the cause
- Blood tests and circulation checks
- Referral for vascular tests if needed
- Regular nurse dressing changes
- Wound measurement and photos
- Plan reviewed every few weeks
We may also coordinate with podiatrists or specialists.
Wound management, step by step
Our approach:
- Step 1, assess: your GP looks for the underlying cause.
- Step 2, plan: dressings and visit schedule agreed.
- Step 3, treat: regular nurse-led dressing changes.
- Step 4, review: healing measured and the plan adjusted.
Wound management costs in Carindale
Costs depend on how often you need visits and which dressings are used.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nurse visits | Medicare rebate where eligible |
| GP reviews | Standard consultations |
| Dressings | Cost depends on the type |
| Chronic disease plans | May give access to subsidised allied health |
| 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 |
Wound management in Carindale
Our clinic is on Level 1 of Westfield Carindale, next to Priceline and Centre Management, with lifts close to the car parks and step-free access, which helps if walking is difficult.
We manage chronic wounds for patients from Carina, Belmont, Mansfield, Chandler and Holland Park.
- Lifts and step-free access
- Regular nurse appointments
- Centre parking
- Patients from Chandler and Holland Park 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
Chronic wound questions
A wound that hasn't healed within four to six weeks.
Often because of poor circulation, swelling or diabetes. Your GP will look for the cause.
It depends on the wound, often one to three times a week.
Sometimes, such as a vascular specialist. We'll refer you if needed.
A chronic disease management plan may help with some allied health costs.
Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
Book wound management
With a clear plan 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.