What we do

The Stoma Clinic is delivered by a Registered Stomal Therapy Nurse, who is a specialised nurse. The clinic operates on a fortnightly basis and provides all aspects of stoma care including:

• Education and review
• Product information for ongoing stoma care
• Assistance with funding sources.

Who can use our service?

Anyone with a stoma who resides in the eastern area of the South Gippsland Shire.

How you access

Self-referrals are welcome, or clients may be referred by their GP or other health professional.

For further information or to book an appointment please contact our community care reception team Monday to Friday between 9.00 am and 5.00 pm on telephone 03 5683 9780.

Alternatively, referrals can be sent via the following pathways:

For people over 65 (or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people over 50):

• Health Professionals – visit the My Aged Care website to make a referral or call 1800 200 422
• Self-referral – visit the My Aged Care website for How to Get Assessed  or call 1800 200 422

For people under 65:

• Download the MRCR562 Community Care Referral form (PDF, opens new tab)
• Fax the form to: 03 5683 9746 or
• Email the form to: sghintake@sghs.com.au

Are there any fees?

There is a small fee associated with this service.

Download the Community Care Fee Schedule (PDF, opens new tab)

Who do I contact?

Contact Community Care reception on telephone 03 5683 9780 or email: sgh.chcreception@sghs.com.au

What to bring

• Medicare card
• Health Care Card and / or concession card (if you have one)
• Previous X-ray films, scans, ultrasounds or any other test results or reports
• Glasses, hearing aid(s) and/or walking frame if needed