What we do

South Gippsland Hospital has a foot clinic that can provide you with basic nail care. To be seen in the foot clinic you need to have seen a podiatrist in the last 12 months, with the podiatrist deeming your foot care as low risk.  The foot clinic is staffed by Enrolled Nurses.

How you access

Referral from GP, other health professional, family or self are welcome. Referrals can be made via:

• My Aged Care: Make a Referral | My Aged Care or 1800 200 422.
• Fax: 03 5683 9746
• Email: district.nurse@sghs.com.au
• Phone: 03 5683 9779

Who can use our service?

The foot clinic is open to people aged over 65 years.

Are there any fees?

There is a small fee associated with this service.

Community Care Fee Schedule

Who do I contact

Contact Community Care reception on PH: 5683 9780 or Email: sgh.chcrecption@sghs.com.au

What to bring

• Medicare card
• Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
• Previous test results or reports
• Medicines you need to take while you are here
• List of medicines you are currently taking (or the boxes), including medicines you have bought without a prescription, such as herbal supplements and vitamins
• Glasses, hearing aid(s) and/or walking frame if needed