Women’s Health in Point Cook

What our women’s health clinic in Point Cook covers

Most women’s health concerns can be assessed and managed in general practice. A GP can take a full history, examine you with your consent, order tests and prescribe treatment, then refer you on when a specialist is the right next step. Each of these areas has its own page:

• STD check-ups: confidential testing for sexually transmissible infections, with or without symptoms.
• Gynaecology: GP assessment of pelvic, vulval and vaginal concerns, and referral to a gynaecologist when needed.
• Menopause care: perimenopause symptoms, treatment options and health checks after your final period.
• PCOS management: diagnosis and long-term care for a common hormonal condition.
• Period problems: heavy, painful or irregular periods, and the path to an endometriosis diagnosis.

Screening and prevention

Under the national program, cervical screening is offered every five years to women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 74 who have ever been sexually active, and you can choose to collect your own sample. Our cervical screening page explains the test, and breast checks cover what to look for and when a mammogram makes sense. The clinic sends SMS reminders for preventive care such as cervical screening, so keep your mobile number up to date.

Contraception and planning a family

Choosing contraception is a conversation about your health, your plans and what has or has not suited you before. Our contraception advice page compares the options, and the clinic also offers Implanon insertion and IUD insertion. If you are thinking about pregnancy, our family planning services include a pre-pregnancy check and pregnancy care.

When to see a GP sooner

Some changes are worth booking for rather than waiting until your next routine visit:

• bleeding between periods, after sex or after menopause
• periods that are suddenly heavier, longer or more painful than usual
• pelvic pain that keeps coming back or stops you from working, studying or exercising
• a new lump or change in a breast
• unusual vaginal discharge, sores or pain during sex

If you have sudden, very heavy bleeding, severe pain or you feel faint, call 000 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Tests, results and follow-up

Blood and urine tests can often be collected without a second trip, because Dorevitch Pathology has an on-site collection centre (Monday to Friday 8:00am to 3:00pm, Saturday 9:00am to 12:00pm). Reception staff cannot give results over the phone. You will usually be notified by text, or by phone if a result is urgent, and you can make an appointment to go through what it means.

Fees and booking

Juniper Avenue is a mixed billing clinic. Some groups listed on our fees page, such as DVA card holders and pensioners over 65, are bulk billed; other consultations may have an out-of-pocket cost, and billing differs slightly between doctors. A sensitive or complex concern often needs more time, so mention it when you book and a longer appointment can be arranged. You can book online or call reception. Onsite and phone interpreters are available if you would prefer to talk in your own language.

Common questions

Women’s Health

• STD Check Up
• Gynaecology
• Menopause Care
• PCOS Management
• Period Problems & Endometriosis

Other services

• Immunisation Services
• Preventive Healthcare
• Family Planning
• Heart and Lung Care Services
• Chronic Disease Management
• Skincare and Treatments
• Mental Health Services
• Minor Surgical Procedures