Women Health Mackay
Women's GP
At One Stop Medical, we understand that women’s health poses significantly different challenges than standard medical treatment. That’s why we provide tailored services that focus on specific health conditions for women. Many of these problems can be scary to deal with alone, so you can rest assured that the GPs and nurses are here to help you, every step of the way.
We have all heard the stories of some women not feeling heard when attending the GP. At our medical clinic, we endeavour to provide a full range of women’s health services and perform assessments to diagnose your health accurately and without bias.
The GPs look for underlying factors that may be the source of your health concerns and provide tailored advice and treatment plans to help. Your GP will work closely with you to explore the various paths that are available to you so that they can find the best course of action to help you reach your health goals and feel better than ever. Some of the services we offer include:
- Reproductive health issues
- Cancer screening & testing
- Contraceptive measures
- Pregnancy
- Postnatal treatments
- Immunisations
- STI checks
- Travel health & advice
- Mental health issues
- Surgical procedures
- Spirometry
- Heart health
- Hearing tests
- Drug & alcohol testing
- Hair follicle testing
- Occupational health
- Skin cancer checks
- Nutrition & weight management & advice
- And more!
Women’s Healthcare Services
The doctors provide a full range of women’s health services and perform assessments to gauge your health accurately. They can look for underlying factors that may be the source of your health concerns and provide tailored advice and treatment plans to help. Your clinician will work closely with you to explore the various paths that are available to you so that they can find the best course of action to help you reach your health goals and feel better than ever.
Some of the services the doctors offer include the diagnosis and treatment of reproductive health issues, menopause care, and pregnancy care to ensure that you and your unborn baby are in excellent health.
Supporting Women Through Life
The doctors that choose to work at One Stop Medical pride themselves on providing confidential and non-judgemental health and support services to women across the local community in Mackay and beyond.
Women struggling with health concerns, changing hormones, and more sensitive issues, including sexual assault and domestic violence, can seek support from the safe and trusted healthcare professionals working at One Stop Medical. Whatever your concerns, book a confidential appointment with One Stop Medical to discuss your worries with a trained professional.
Cervical Screening
Cervical screening is an important medical procedure, that tests for the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). This is a potential precursor to cervical cancer, so it’s vital that you get tested on a regular basis so that any symptoms can be dealt with quickly and effectively.
We advise that you schedule cervical screening tests from 25 years old and every 5 years thereafter. If any abnormalities or issues are detected, then more frequent screenings may be recommended.
Breast Cancer Screening
Breast cancer is a real concern when it comes to women’s health, which is why the doctors at One Stop Medical, provide breast examinations to check for breast cancer. It’s estimated that one in twelve women will develop breast cancer at some point in their lifetime.
The best way to mitigate this risk is to catch it quickly and devise the best treatment plans to combat breast cancer before it spreads.
Menopause Support
Menopause is the permanent end of menstruation. Menopause and peri-menopause, which describes the months and years leading up to menopause, trigger a lot of bodily changes in women that can be challenging, worrying, and confusing. Some of the common symptoms of the onset of menopause include hot flushes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and mood changes.
The experienced healthcare professionals working at One Stop Medical, can help women in Mackay and surrounding areas navigate the menopause and all of the changes that come with it. The GPs and nurses can help you to understand how your body is changing, what it means for your health, and offer solutions including standard hormone therapy (HRT) or bioidentical hormone therapy.
Contraception
Most women use contraception to prevent pregnancy. Some of the most popular types of contraception include the contraceptive pill, the implant or “bar” (Implanon), intrauterine devices, and condoms. Hormonal contraception may have an impact on women's health and can cause unwanted side effects including acne, mood swings, and headaches, which is why it's so important to get the right type of contraception for you.
The doctors at One Stop Medical can work with you to find the right type of contraception for you. Taking into consideration your lifestyle, medical history, and previous experiences with contraception, they can help you to find a contraceptive method that meets your needs and suits your family planning goals.
Women's Sexual Health
Looking after your sexual health is important because it can affect your general health and well-being and impact your fertility. The GPs at One Stop Medical can help you to monitor your sexual health by carrying out sexual health check-ups and assessments.
If you're sexually active, undergoing regular tests for sexually transmitted diseases is recommended. Some sexually transmitted diseases present with few symptoms in the early stages and can go undetected for a long time. Book a confidential appointment with your choice of GP at One Stop Medical for a non-judgemental consultation, screening, and advice on STDs and other sexual health issues.
Pregnancy
Pregnant women require extra medical attention throughout pregnancy to safeguard their own health as well as the health of their babies. The challenges that pregnancy poses can be worrying for many women, which is why supportive professionals on hand to answer questions and concerns is so important for expectant mums-to-be.
The GPs at One Stop Medical can assist you at every stage of pregnancy. As well as supporting women to detect pregnancy as early as possible, they can also offer advice for every trimester. If you're struggling with morning sickness or experiencing back pain, we can guide you through possible medications and solutions to ease your symptoms safely during pregnancy.
