Book spirometry (lung function testing) and asthma action plans in Merimbula at Smith Street Medical Centre. Our GPs can help assess breathing symptoms, diagnose or review asthma and other respiratory conditions, and put together a written asthma action plan.
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In-clinic GP spirometry and asthma plan
77 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula NSW 2548
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Spirometry is a simple breathing test that measures how well your lungs work, and an asthma action plan is a written guide to help you manage your asthma day to day and during flare-ups. At Smith Street Medical Centre, Merimbula, patients can book with a GP for spirometry testing and asthma action plan reviews.
Your GP may review your breathing symptoms, triggers, medication use and any previous respiratory history. Spirometry results can help confirm a diagnosis of asthma or another respiratory condition and guide your asthma action plan.
Patients looking for spirometry in Merimbula, an asthma action plan in Merimbula, or a respiratory GP in Merimbula can book with our local clinic for practical support.
Appointments for this service run out of our Merimbula clinic. Our team of experienced GPs is available for this service — or visit our Doctors page to see who’s currently available, or the Smith Street Medical Centre website to compare all locations.
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 spirometry and asthma plan 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.
Most spirometry and asthma plans are best completed in clinic, especially when checks, measurements or physical assessment may be needed.
Some asthma plan review discussions may be suitable by telehealth for eligible existing patients.
Book your spirometry and asthma plan online or by phone with the Merimbula clinic.
Share your health history, medicines, lifestyle, family history and current concerns.
You will be asked to breathe into a spirometer to measure your lung function.
Your GP will discuss your results and, if appropriate, prepare or update your written asthma action plan.
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 spirometry testing, asthma diagnosis and asthma action plan reviews.
Smith Street Medical Centre is a mixed billing clinic. Spirometry and asthma plan 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. Smith Street Medical Centre Merimbula offers spirometry testing and asthma action plan appointments with a GP.
Spirometry measures how much air you can breathe in and out, and how quickly, which can help diagnose or monitor asthma and other respiratory conditions.
Yes. If clinically appropriate, your GP can prepare a written asthma action plan to help you manage your symptoms and triggers.
Spirometry testing itself is brief, though your GP may spend additional time discussing your results and any asthma management plan.
Spirometry may be suitable for some children depending on age and ability to follow instructions — please discuss with your GP.
Spirometry testing needs to be completed in clinic, though follow-up asthma plan discussions may be suitable by telehealth for eligible existing patients.
Bring your Medicare card, a list of current medications (including any asthma inhalers) and any previous asthma action plan.
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.
Spirometry and asthma plan appointments are not for emergencies. For urgent or emergency medical attention, 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 spirometry and asthma plan support at Smith Street Medical Centre, Merimbula.
Related Merimbula services
If your GP has recommended spirometry, or you have asthma or breathing symptoms that need review and a written action plan, our Merimbula clinic can help.
