Fees and booking:
You can book online, or call us on 07 5538 8811.
You can book online, or call us on 07 5538 8811.
- With Dr Andrew, the fee is $130 and your Medicare rebate is $82, resulting in a gap of $48.
- With Dr Tun, the fee is $150 and your Medicare rebate is $82, resulting in a gap of $68.
- DVA gold: bulk billed.
FAQs:
Is a referral needed? A referral is not needed. However, there must be a medical reason for requiring a venesection, so please bring recent blood test results to your appointment.
I have been turned away from Red Cross. Can I still get a venesection here? Yes, if you require a venesection, we will be able to do so.
I have difficult veins, can I still get a venesection? Yes, Dr Andrew is very experienced in venesection. Please let reception know when booking.
I have an AV fistula, can I still get a venesection? Yes, please let reception know when booking.
What is haemochromatosis?
This is a genetic disorder whereby too much iron is absorbed into the bloodstream from your diet. This results in excess iron - much more than what your body needs. Over time, iron deposits build up in your liver, joints, heart and other organs. In severe cases, Haemochromatosis can lead to liver cirrhosis, arthritis, congestive heart failure and death.
By removing blood via venesection, the level of iron in the body is reduced. Treatment is continued until the ferritin reaches a normal level. The frequency of venesection treatments differs from one person to another. At first you may require weekly venesections. When your blood levels are under control you may only need a venesection every 3 to 6 months. Maintaining a normal ferritin level helps stop damage to your organs from excess iron.