Chronic Disease Management
Living with chronic conditions can have a significant impact on your daily life. But here at Harar Medical Centre, we believe in empowering you to take control of your health. Our compassionate team takes a holistic approach to managing chronic diseases, recognising that each person’s journey is unique. You are not alone, we’re here to work closely with you to develop a personalised plan that addresses your specific needs, ensuring you receive the understanding and support you deserve.
Navigating your chronic health journey
Living with chronic conditions can be a long-term journey, and we understand the impact it can have on your life. However, with the right support, these conditions can often be managed effectively, reducing the severity of complications and enhancing your overall wellbeing.
We believe in a collaborative, team-based approach to managing chronic conditions, working to create personalised plans that may include lifestyle adjustments like diet and exercise, as well as pain management, psychological assistance and medication support.
For eligible patients, we offer GP Management Plans and Team Care Arrangements to ensure comprehensive, tailored care. These patients may be eligible for up to 5 Medicare-rebated allied health visits in a calendar year.
Chronic conditions services we offer:
Your heart health is essential, as is understanding your cardiovascular risk. Discussing your lifestyle, genetics, and health history with your GP allows the creation of a personalised plan to improve your heart health. It’s a positive step towards a healthier, more vibrant life. We’re here to support and guide you through this process with care and expertise in collaboration with your heart specialist.
Your GP can with the management of diabetes, guiding you through a tailored care plan to keep your diabetes in check and help to prevent complications. We also connect you with other health practitioners such as diabetes educator, dietitian and eye specialists as needed. We’re here to help ensure your ongoing diabetes management journey is as supportive and simple as possible.
Living with arthritis can often be challenging, demanding a gentle balance of activity, treatment, and emotional support. Your GP can help ease your symptoms and improve your day-to-day life, whether it’s through medication, therapy, or lifestyle changes. We are dedicated to finding what works best for you and can also refer you to allied health practitioners like physiotherapists who offer extra support and care.
Your GP is here to answer all your questions about asthma, help identify your triggers and create a personalised Asthma Action Plan. We can discuss your treatment options, including medication and lifestyle changes like quitting smoking, and determine how often you should have checkups. If your asthma is particularly challenging, your GP will connect you with a specialist who can offer more advanced care.
Your GP is ready to listen and support you with a plan to help address obesity. Together, we’ll look at your diet, find ways to help you get moving, and tackle any challenges head-on with practical advice and lots of encouragement. If needed, we can talk about medication or introduce you to specialists like dietitians who can offer even more support. We’re here to help with empathy and expertise, making sure you feel supported.
Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) brings its own set of challenges, and we’re here to help. You may be experiencing symptoms like breathlessness, chronic coughing, and feeling tired more easily than before—signs that your lungs are working harder to provide the oxygen your body needs. We understand how these symptoms can impact your daily life, and we want to offer you more than just treatment; we offer understanding and comprehensive support. Your journey with COPD is deeply personal, and your GP is here to tailor your care to fit your life. We can help manage your symptoms through a combination of medication, lifestyle adjustments, and therapies designed to help you breathe easier and live more comfortably.
High blood pressure or hypertension as it’s also known, is a common condition that should be managed with care. Your GP understands the uniqueness of your health journey and in treating this condition will consider your blood pressure readings, the broader picture of your heart and blood vessel health, along with any other health concerns you might be managing. We may recommend lifestyle changes, medications and referrals to specialists if required.
GP’s can detect and diagnose kidney disease, with early detection and management helping to slow down or prevent further deterioration in kidney function. Kidney disease affects people differently, and understanding your specific condition is our first step. Your GP can help you explore the most effective treatments and simple lifestyle changes that can make a big difference to your health, referring out to specialists as needed.
It’s common to face mental health challenges at times in our lives. When you need support, your GP is a great first point of contact. We’re ready to listen, understand, and guide you, whether it’s through a heartfelt conversation or referring you to a specialist who can help further. We can also help you with a Mental Health Care Plan. This plan supports you by covering part of the costs for up to 20 therapy sessions a year through Medicare which means getting the professional support you need can be more affordable.
If you’re suffering from osteoporosis, we’re here to take care of you, offering tailored treatments and support. Our goal is to help manage your condition, reducing bone loss and improving your quality of life with advice on lifestyle changes, vitamin and mineral supplementation, hormone replacement therapy and medications. We’ll walk this path together, making sure you feel supported and informed, referring to allied health practitioners and surgeons when required.
