Services

OUR SERVICES

Our Mission for Health aims to deliver outstanding clinical care by providing an extensive range of services through suitably qualified and dedicated Practitioners and Staff using the most up-to-date and proven methods, materials and equipment.

At Inner West Health Centre, we take pride in providing our wide range of allied health services to patients of all backgrounds including those from non-English speaking backgrounds.

OUR MISSION

We aim to make Inner West Health Centre, a Centre with a difference that matters, where everyone of all ages can come and discuss their health needs and be given the necessary support and time to do so.

We will educate future Practitioners through good clinical practice (GCP) and contribute to future health developments by participating in relevant clinical research

FEES

We believe in good health for everyone. Our practitioners bulk bill all eligible patients, regardless of whether the consultation is during normal business hours or after hours. Bulk billing means you don't have to worry about money when seeing your practitioner if you are eligible under Medicare approved EPC programs with a doctor’s referral.

Bulk billing is important. For some families it means you actually can see a health practitioner.

Please call reception on (02) 9569 0016 for more information.

EXTENDED OPENING HOURS

Illness doesn't always strike during business hours – and there are also occasions when you just can't find the time to see a health professional for a non-urgent matter during normal working hours. That’s why, in our ongoing effort to provide the best possible service to patients, we are offering extended opening hours.

We are the only allied health practice at Petersham that is open 7days a week excluding public holidays. We are open in the evenings as well till 9pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.

APPOINTMENTS

To ensure quality in delivering our services, our practitioners consult patients by appointment only. Please call reception on (02) 9569 0016 if you wish to make an appointment.

OUR STAFF

We are a newly established multi-disciplined allied health centre located at Petersham in the inner west of Sydney, NSW. Our health professionals are fully trained, qualified and accredited. We are a team of wide variety of allied health practitioners including

Psychologists
Physiotherapists
Podiatrists
Dietitians

PSYCHOLOGISTS

Our psychologists have specialist training in the assessment and diagnosis of major mental illnesses and psychological problems. Through their specialist training, they are qualified to provide expert opinion in clinical and compensation areas, applying psychological theory and scientific research to solve complex psychology problems requiring individually tailored interventions.

They can help you with -

Stress
Personal Growth and Well-being
Sleep Disorders
Depression
Grief
Loss & Bereavement
Self-Esteem and Confidence
Drug and Alcohol Disorders
Behavioural Problems
Phobias and Anxiety Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Coping with Chronic Illness
Sexual Abuse
Eating Disorders
Acute and Chronic Pain Disorders
Conflict Resolution and Communication Training
Parenting Skills
Schizophrenia
Marriage and Relationship problems
Sexual Dysfunction
Psychosis
Gambling Addictions
School-Related problems
Assertiveness Training
Effects of Unemployment
Improving Workplace Relationships
Workers Compensation and more

PHYSIOTHERAPISTS

Physiotherapists at Inner West Health Centre are highly qualified and experienced. Our Physiotherapists provide services to Medicare, Work Cover, DVA and private health fund patients. We offer an extensive range of physiotherapy services to professional sporting teams, recreational athletes, and people from all ages and backgrounds with general aches and pains, including back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, neck pain as well as those recovering orthopedic surgery. Our Physiotherapists work as a team with other health professionals to get your body ‘back on track’ as fast as possible and their treatments include:

Mobilization, manipulation and stretching of stiff joints;
Taping and bracing to protect injured or hypermobile joints;
Prescription of gym programs and injury specific home base exercise programs for self-management;
Core stability training including Pilates based routines;
Postural correction and ergonomic advice for work stations;
Soft Tissue massage and Dry Needling for pain relief.

PODIATRISTS

Our Podiatrists have many years of podiatry consulting experience with people from all walks of life and can help you with –

Best possible foot, leg and ankle pain relief treatments
General advice
Arthritis and many other chronic conditions
Foot & ankle disorders
Biomechanics (prescription and custom made orthotics- appliance)
Skin & nail conditions
Nail surgery
Ingrown toenails
Nail edge resection
Blisters
Callus
Sports podiatry
Diabetes care
Corns
Children’s podiatry
Podiatry supplies and dressings
Stretching/strengthening training programs
All general and routine nail care.

DIETITIANS

Our Accredited Practicing Dietitians (APD) are nutrition experts who translates scientific evidences into practical advice.

WHAT APDs do for you?

APDs are much more than weight loss expert. They can help you improve your lifestyle and eating habits (Healthy Eating), and work together with your doctors helping you manage your medical conditions such as:

Diabetes, High Blood Pressure
High Cholesterol
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Insulin Resistance Syndrome
Gastrointestinal conditions such as IBS, Food Intolerance and Allergy, GORD
Healthy eating during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Malnutrition and Nutrition Support

HOW APDs work with you?

APDs provide education and guidance to enable you making smooth transition towards healthier you. APDs work with you to set goals, strategic plan and eating plan that suits you.

ENQUIRY

For more detailed information and enquiries about our services or any other matters, please visit the Centre in person or call us on (02) 9569 0016 during our surgery hours on any day or email us.