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Pre-operative assessments & CPAP machines
Many leading Melbourne surgeons refer their patients to our practice for pre-operative assessment. Dr Flanagan advises surgeons of...

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Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Polycystic Kidney Disease is a common genetic disorder, which causes clusters of cysts to form on a person's kidney/kidneys, leading to...


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Kidney basics
Here are some kidney basics, thanks for this information from the Better Health Channel Summary: Kidneys are a special filter system for...


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Kidney Health Week 21-27 May 2023
Did you know that kidney failure can strike without any symptoms? By the time symptoms of kidney disease are felt, people may be close to...

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World Kidney Day 2023
Today is World Kidney Day 2023. The World Kidney Day 2023 website states: "In the event of emergencies, people with kidney disease are...


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Risks Factors for Kidney Disease
There are several risk factors for kidney disease. A family history of kidney disease, previous injury to a kidney and diabetes may...


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Kidney stones ... a treatable condition
One of the most common reasons for patients to be referred to a Nephrologist (kidney specialist) is for kidney stones. Kidney stones...


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Good food for your kidneys
Good food for your kidneys involves eating a range of food. Kidney Health Australia recommends consuming a diet "rich in vegetables,...

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New address: Suite 7.8 at 32 Erin Street
As from 17 January 2022 we are located at The Epworth Centre Suite 7.8 Level 7 32 Erin Street Richmond VIC 3121 The Epworth Centre...


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Kidney Health and COVID-19 Vaccination
Please be advised that the following is general information only – any further steps should be taken after a discussion with a doctor...


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Chamomile and other complementary medicines
On our Patient Registration Form, we request that you include your current medications, as part of our thorough assessment and management...

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What exactly is kidney disease?
Your kidneys are essential to your health, they are a waste filtration system that filters your blood 12 times per hour. Kidney disease...


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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
We see many patients for the condition of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Thrombosis refers to a blood clot forming somewhere in the...


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Kidney stones and water (works)
Kidney stones (renal calculi) are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. They start as microscopic...


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Most people with hypertension (high blood pressure) feel ok
High blood pressure (hypertension), is a risk for kidney disease, as well as heart attack and stroke. But most of the time, there are no...


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Your kidneys, diabetes and heart
Did you know that your kidneys and heart are linked? As part of Kidney Week, Kidney Health Australia has published a report "Make the...
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