Book wound dressing and wound care support in Merimbula at Smith Street Medical Centre. Our nurses can help with dressing changes, wound monitoring and removal of stitches or sutures, working alongside your GP where needed.
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Proper wound care can help support healing and reduce the risk of infection. At Smith Street Medical Centre, Merimbula, patients can book with our nurses for wound dressing, dressing changes and wound monitoring.
Our nurses may review your wound, its cause and any relevant medical history before cleaning and redressing it. Wound care can also include removal of stitches or sutures and monitoring for signs of infection.
Patients looking for wound care in Merimbula, a dressing change in Merimbula, or stitch removal in Merimbula can book with our local clinic for practical, nurse-led support.
Appointments for this service run out of our Merimbula clinic. This service is delivered by our nursing team, with GP support available if needed.
Review your overall health and current concerns.
Discuss risks before symptoms become more serious.
Check and discuss blood pressure concerns.
Review cardiovascular risk and heart health factors.
Discuss diabetes risk, lifestyle and follow-up needs.
Review cholesterol risk and related health factors.
Discuss regular medicines and health history.
Talk through family history and possible risk factors.
Discuss weight, habits, wellbeing and prevention.
Review results and plan practical next steps.
You may book a wound dressing appointment at our Merimbula clinic if:
Important: Online information does not replace medical advice from a GP. If you have urgent symptoms, chest pain, breathing difficulty, sudden weakness, severe pain or a medical emergency, call 000.
A short guide to help you choose the right appointment type for your concern.
Wound dressing and stitch removal need to be completed in clinic so our nurses can properly assess and treat the wound.
Some follow-up discussions or test result reviews may be suitable by telehealth where clinically appropriate.
Book your wound dressing online or by phone with the Merimbula clinic.
Share your health history, medicines, lifestyle, family history and current concerns.
Our nurse will clean the wound, apply a fresh dressing, and check for any signs of infection or delayed healing.
Receive advice on wound care at home, and a referral back to your GP if further review is needed.
Book follow-up care if further review, monitoring or results discussion is needed.
Our Merimbula clinic is conveniently located on Merimbula Drive and serves patients from across the Sapphire Coast and surrounding South Coast NSW communities. Many patients visit Smith Street Medical Centre in Merimbula for wound dressing, dressing changes and stitch or suture removal.
Smith Street Medical Centre is a mixed billing clinic. Wound Dressing appointment fees can vary depending on appointment type, length, Medicare eligibility, consultation needs and clinic policy. Bulk billing may be available for eligible patients, including children, Pension Card holders and Concession Card holders. Please view the fee schedule or contact reception before booking if you have questions about appointment costs.
Smith Street Medical Centre, Merimbula, is located at 77 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula NSW 2548. Patients can use the map for directions or call reception for help choosing the right appointment type.
Yes. Our nurses at Smith Street Medical Centre Merimbula offer wound dressing, dressing changes and wound care support.
Our nurse will clean and assess the wound, apply a fresh dressing, and check for signs of infection or delayed healing.
Yes. Our nurses can remove stitches or sutures once your wound has healed enough, as advised by your treating doctor.
If your wound needs medical review or isn't healing as expected, our nurse can arrange for you to see a GP.
This depends on your wound and how it is healing — our nurse will advise you on a suitable schedule for follow-up visits.
No. Wound dressing and stitch removal need to be completed in clinic so our nurse can properly assess and treat the wound.
If you have one, bring any discharge paperwork or instructions from a hospital or treating doctor about your wound.
Yes. Smith Street Medical Centre is a mixed billing clinic. Fees may vary depending on eligibility, appointment type and consultation length.
You can book online or call Smith Street Medical Centre Merimbula on (02) 8531 1274.
Wound dressing appointments are not for emergencies. If a wound is bleeding heavily, deep, or shows signs of severe infection, seek urgent medical attention or call 000.
A respectful space to talk through concerns.
Understand your results, risks and possible next steps.
Discuss tests, referrals or review appointments where needed.
Book wound dressing support at Smith Street Medical Centre, Merimbula.
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If you need a dressing change, wound monitoring, or stitches or sutures removed, our Merimbula clinic can help.
