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September 19, 2025 In Eleanor Clinic

ADHD Care at Eleanor Clinic

At Eleanor Clinic, our doctors are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate ADHD care. We recognise the growing awareness around neurodivergence and understand that for many people, especially adults, discovering ADHD is a life-changing moment.

For some, an ADHD diagnosis helps explain lifelong struggles with focus, organisation, and energy regulation. For others, it becomes an important part of understanding who they are and finding the right supports. Our role is to walk with you on this journey, offering holistic care that addresses both medical and lifestyle needs.

How ADHD Care Works in Victoria

ADHD care is guided by strict regulations in Victoria. At Eleanor Clinic, our doctors are experienced in providing support within these rules and ensuring safe, patient-centred prescribing.

1. Patients Seeking an ADHD Diagnosis

  • Step 1: Book a 30-minute appointment with your GP to discuss your concerns and assessment options.
  • Who can diagnose: In Victoria, only a psychiatrist (for adults) or paediatrician (for children) can make a formal ADHD diagnosis and initiate stimulant medication.
  • Psychologist support: Psychologists can provide detailed ADHD assessments, strategies, and therapy, but they cannot prescribe medication. With a GP Mental Health Plan, you may be eligible for Medicare rebates on up to 10 sessions per calendar year (6 + 4).
  • Our role: Eleanor Clinic GPs can guide you through the referral process to psychiatrists and psychologists, but we cannot provide the first formal ADHD diagnosis or start stimulant treatment ourselves

2. Patients with a Psychiatrist’s Diagnosis & Stimulant Recommendation
If you already have a psychiatrist’s ADHD diagnosis and recommendation for stimulant medication, our doctors can continue your care:

  1. Psychiatrist’s Letter: A written confirmation of your ADHD diagnosis and authorisation for GP prescribing.
  2. Initial Checks: Blood tests, ECG, blood pressure, height & weight.
  3. Permit Application: Your GP applies to the Victorian Department of Health for a 2-year prescribing permit.
  4. Permit Approval: Processing usually takes around 2 weeks.
  5. First Prescription: Requires an in-person or telehealth appointment for blood pressure, weight check, discussion of treatment, and SafeScript approval.
  6. Ongoing Care: Each repeat prescription involves monitoring your blood pressure, weight, and wellbeing. Early on, repeats are limited until the correct dose is established.

3. Important Information

  • Regulated Process: Stimulant prescribing is tightly controlled in Victoria; not all GPs provide this service.
  • Commitment: Our doctors are happy to provide ADHD care as long as patients are willing to follow the required process.
  • Billing: This is a privately billed service, but Medicare rebates are available.
  • Consultation Required: Prescriptions cannot be issued online without an in-person or telehealth consultation.
  • Alternative Care: If you prefer not to follow this process, your psychiatrist can continue managing your ADHD treatment directly.

Why Choose Eleanor Clinic?

  • Compassionate & skilled doctors who understand the complexities of ADHD.
  • Holistic support that looks beyond prescriptions to lifestyle, mental health, and wellbeing.
  • Respect for your journey, whether you’re newly exploring ADHD or already diagnosed.
  • Safe and structured prescribing that complies with Victorian health regulations.

At Eleanor Clinic, your doctors are here to support you as you discover what ADHD means for you — and to help you build strategies, treatments, and confidence for the future.

More information: https://www.adhdaustralia.org.au/

August 15, 2025 In Eleanor Clinic, Women's Health

Travel with Confidence

Book Your Travel Health Consult at Eleanor Clinic

There’s nothing quite like the excitement of planning your dream getaway — whether it’s soaking up the sun in Bali, exploring ancient temples in Asia, or going on safari in Africa. Travel opens the door to unforgettable experiences, cultural connections, and new perspectives. But before you zip up your suitcase, there’s one important step to ensure your trip is as safe and stress-free as it is exciting: a travel health consultation.

At Eleanor Clinic, we love helping our patients travel well. As your local accredited Yellow Fever vaccination centre, we’re fully equipped to support your travel health needs, wherever your adventure takes you.

Why Book a Travel Health Consultation?

Travel is joyful — but different destinations can come with different health risks. A travel health consult ensures you’re informed, protected, and ready to go.

You’ll meet with one of our experienced doctors for a tailored consultation, where we’ll discuss your itinerary, personal health history, and any recommended or required vaccinations. If you’d like to receive vaccines on the same day, just let reception know when booking, so we can also schedule you in with our nurse.

To make the most of your appointment, we recommend booking at least 6 weeks before your departure.

Travel Alert: Rabies Outbreak in Bali

Bali is a beloved destination for many Australians — but a recent outbreak of rabies in popular tourist areas such as South Kuta, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran Bay, Mengwi Province, and parts of Canggu is an important reminder of the value of travel health planning.

Rabies is a deadly virus that’s transmitted through the bite or scratch of infected animals — particularly dogs and monkeys. While Australia is rabies-free, the same can’t be said for many popular holiday spots.

This year alone, over 13,000 cases of rabies have been reported in Bali, with 25 tragic deaths. Sadly, many of these were preventable.

Peace of Mind with Rabies Vaccination

If you’re travelling to Bali or other high-risk areas, pre-exposure rabies vaccination is a smart step — especially for families, children, frequent travellers, or anyone seeking extra peace of mind.

The vaccine involves:

  • 2 doses, 7 days apart
  • An optional booster at 12 months for long-term protection (up to 10 years)
Going Further? We’ve Got You Covered

Planning a trip to Africa or South America? We’re proud to be an accredited Yellow Fever vaccination centre — and can provide all required and recommended vaccines for your specific destination.

Whether it’s Typhoid, Hepatitis, Japanese Encephalitis, Malaria prevention, or Yellow Fever, we’ve got you covered.

Let the Adventure Begin — Safely

Travel is one of life’s greatest joys — let us help you experience it safely. Book your pre-travel health consultation at Eleanor Clinic today and take off with confidence.

Call us or book online — and remember to mention if you’d like your vaccines done during the same visit.

Happy travels from all of us at Eleanor Clinic!

July 8, 2025 In Eleanor Clinic, Women's Health

Welcome Dr Caroline Cousins

Specialist GP with a Heartfelt, Whole-Person Approach

We’re excited to welcome Dr Caroline Cousins, a warm, thoughtful, and highly experienced General Practitioner with a special interest in women’s health. Caroline brings a holistic, patient-centred approach to care — one that supports individuals and families through every life stage.

A Passion for Women’s Health & Menopause Support

Caroline has a particular interest in women’s health, especially around the transitions of perimenopause and menopause. Her approach is evidence-based, compassionate, and tailored to each patient, with a strong focus on helping women feel informed, empowered, and supported through these important phases.

Pregnancy & Postnatal Care

From early pregnancy through the fourth trimester, Caroline offers continuity of care and clear, supportive guidance. She ensures expectant and new parents feel reassured and confident every step of the way.

Family & Children’s Health

With additional training through the Sydney Children’s Health Program, Dr Caroline is a trusted provider for families and children. Her gentle and thorough manner makes her a go-to GP for parents seeking quality, consistent care for their kids.

Reproductive & Sexual Health Expertise

Dr Caroline offers a comprehensive range of reproductive and sexual health services, including:

  • FPAA certification in reproductive and sexual health
  • Accredited Implanon and IUD (Mirena & Kyleena) insertion/removal
  • Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTOP)
  • HIV prevention (PrEP)
  • Continuity of gender-affirming hormone therapy

A Safe, Inclusive Environment for All

Known for her grounded and approachable style, Caroline is committed to creating a welcoming and affirming space for every patient. Whether you’re seeking care for yourself, your children, or your whole family, she’s here to listen, support, and guide you with empathy and expertise.

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June 30, 2025 In Eleanor Clinic

Why Immunising Your Child Against Whooping Cough Matters — Especially Now

By pediatrician and respiratory physician Dr. Marc Theilhaber

Whooping cough (pertussis) is making a strong comeback here in Victoria, with rising numbers of cases being reported. That’s exactly why immunising your child is more important than ever — the risk of catching it is higher, and vaccination is one of the best ways to protect your family.

Here are three key reasons why immunising your child is a smart move — not just for their health, but for your whole family’s peace of mind.

1. It Protects Your Child From a Nasty and Long-Lasting Illness

Whooping cough isn’t just another childhood bug. It causes long bouts of very intense coughing — sometimes so severe that children struggle to breathe, eat, or sleep. The illness can drag on for weeks or even months, and for babies and toddlers, it can lead to serious complications. And those antibiotics we doctors give for whooping cough? They don’t actually help your child cough any less – most of the time it’s too late for that. But it helps stopping your child from infecting others – in your family, at childcare or at school.

Vaccinating gives your child strong protection. Even if they do catch whooping cough (which can occasionally still happen), the symptoms are usually much milder and easier to manage.

2. It Keeps Your Child in School, at Play, and Out of Hospital

Whooping cough can mean weeks away from school or childcare, missed birthday parties, sleepless nights, and cancelled family plans. Worse, it sometimes leads to hospital stays — especially in young children.

By immunising, you’re helping your child stay healthy, active, and involved in all the things that make being a child fun — with fewer interruptions and far less stress.

3. It Helps Protect Your Whole Family From Getting Sick

Whooping cough spreads easily — especially within households. If one child brings it home, it often passes to siblings, parents, and even grandparents. And while it’s most dangerous for babies, adults can get quite sick too.

Vaccinating your child helps stop the infection at the door, keeping everyone in your home safer and saving you from a difficult few weeks of illness and recovery.

In a Nutshell

Vaccinating your child against whooping cough is a simple but powerful way to protect their health — and your family’s too. It gives everyone in your family a safer home during a time when whooping cough is once again spreading widely across Victoria.

If you’re not sure whether your child is up to date, or you have questions about the vaccine, we’re here to help.  Just give us a call or book in to chat with one of our specialist GPs.