Chronic Disease
Care

Comprehensive care designed to enhance your journey with chronic illness.

About Chronic Disease Care

Anne-Marie Fawcett

Specialist Appointments & Pharmacy Coordinator
Chronic Disease Care

Our Chronic Disease Care program coordinates a diverse team of visiting specialists and healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive management and support for individuals living with chronic conditions. Services include consultations with endocrinologists, hepatologists, cardiologists, audiologists, respiratory physicians, dietitians, and diabetes educators. Each specialist offers targeted expertise to address specific health needs, providing services that range from routine monitoring to specialized treatment plans.

When and Where?

All appointments are held at our clinic, and patients should contact reception to confirm the exact location and time.

Specialists visit according to the following schedule:

  • Cardiologists:(Bi-monthly)
    • Dr. Zeitz
  • Endocronologists: (1 Day per Month)
    • Dr Lucia Gagliardi
    • Dr Kirsten Campbell
    • Dr David Jesudason
    • Dr Narsing Laddipeerla
  • Hepatologist: (Bi-Annually)
    • Dr. Kate Muller
  • Respiratory Nurse:(Monthly)
    • Christelle Thomas
  • Respiratory Specialist:(Fortnightly)
    • Dr. Ral Antic
  • Diabetes Educator: (Fortnightly)
    • Angela Llewellyn
  • Dietician:(1 Day per Month)
    • Rachel Elovaris
Eligibility

The eligibility for access to Pika Wiya Health Service is primarily limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people residing or visiting the Pika Wiya catchment area.

For appointments with cardiologists, hepatologists, or respiratory specialists, a referral from a doctor is required. Clients can self-refer for appointments with the respiratory nurse through our reception.

While we generally schedule appointments for the next available clinic, referrals are triaged based on urgency, and some may receive priority.

Contact Information

To register your interest or schedule an appointment, please call the Clinic Reception at (08) 8642 9991.