Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic

09/12/2023

Exciting news! 🌟 A fantastic opportunity for aspiring healthcare professionals awaits with an incredible organisation. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, don't miss out—apply now!

𝐍𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧!

At Neal Street Medical Clinic, we are passionate about health and in particular the health of our local community. We are pleased to announce a $5,000 health scholarship programme which will be available every year.

We always hear about rural workforce shortages in health care and our area is no exception to this. This is an issue that both State and Federal governments are doing their best to sort out. We feel as a local health care provider, we should also contribute to the discussion and aim to find solutions. We are very grateful for the support of our community and want to make sure that we give back to our community. This scholarship is fully funded by Neal Street Medical Clinic.

This health scholarship programme is aimed at supporting our local students who are aiming to do a healthcare qualification at tertiary level. With their local connections, we hope these students will one day come back to serve their local community.

𝐖𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 $𝟓,𝟎𝟎𝟎.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑/𝟐𝟒 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐬:
Should healthcare be a human right or a privilege? Does the Australian healthcare system align with either of these perspectives?

𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲:
1. Must be either a resident and/or a school student in the Macedon Ranges Shire or Sunbury.

2. School students must be currently in Year 12 and have applied to do a healthcare qualification at a tertiary institution in 2024. Postgraduate students applying to do a healthcare qualification at a tertiary institution in 2024 may also apply.

3. Healthcare qualifications need to be one of the following:
• Medicine
• Nursing & Midwifery
• Allied health (Audiologist, Chiropractor, Dietician, Exercise Physiologist, Occupational Therapist, Optometrist, Osteopathy, Podiatrist, Physiotherapist, Psychologist, Social Worker, Speech Therapist)
• Dentistry or Biomedicine

4. The applicant must have confirmation of enrolment in the course prior to payment being released.

𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬:
1. The applicant must submit their response to the topic by email to rana@nealstmc.com.au

2. Email your response as a word document attachment. In your email, please also include your contact details, details of the school or university you currently attend, details of the degree you hope to apply for in 2024 and any other information you feel may be relevant.

3. The applicant must submit a 1-2 page response on the essay topic. The best essay will be awarded the scholarship.

4. Applications are open from the 1st of December 2023 and close on the 28th of January 2024.

5. The scholarship recipient will be announced on the 9th of February 2024.

6. The winning essay will be published on our website and social media.

7. A one off payment of $5,000 will be made to the successful recipient.

𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥:
Dr Alaa Al-Obaidi, Dr Carl Lee, Dr Abdu Saadoon from our Woodend branch

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜.

Further details are also on our website: https://www.nealstmc.com.au/scholarship

31/10/2023

📢 Statement from Podiatrist, Hashan Fernando: Regarding Recent Incidents on the 7:30 Report 📢

Dear valued patients and community,

We feel compelled to address recent media coverage regarding a clinic named "Foot & Ankle Clinic of Australia" which was featured on the 7:30 Report. We would like to clarify that our clinic, "Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic," is not associated with the aforementioned entity in any way.

At Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic, we are committed to providing the highest quality care to our patients, adhering to the strictest ethical standards. Our team of dedicated Podiatrists works tirelessly to ensure every patient receives personalised, effective treatment.

We deeply value the trust you place in us, and we want to assure you that we will continue to uphold the integrity and reputation of our clinic. If you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly.

Thank you for your continued support and trust in Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic.

Warm regards,
Hashan Fernando
Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic

21/06/2023

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Attention all Woodend clients! We are thrilled to announce that our Woodend Clinic is now open for an extended duration every week! 🎉 Starting from this week, we will be offering our services on Wednesdays and Thursdays as well, ensuring even more convenience for you and your loved ones.

Whether you're in need of a routine check-up, seeking specialised care, or require any assistance, our team of dedicated professionals is ready to help you. With our expanded schedule, we can accommodate more appointments and provide the care you deserve.

Booking an appointment is quick and easy! Simply give us a call at (03) 5483 3333, and our friendly staff will assist you in scheduling a suitable time slot. Alternatively, you can also book online by clicking on the following link: https://bookings.nookal.com/bookings/appointment/BLUME/LFXVD?b43d3c80fbc45cb4abbff712899f1696=751140005250c30fbbc6e8320431aff5 📅

Remember, your health and well-being are our top priorities!

21/12/2022

As we come closer to the festive season, we wanted to remind you of the importance of maintaining good foot hygiene, especially while our clinic is closed.

Here are a few tips to keep your feet healthy and happy:

1. Dry your feet thoroughly, especially between your toes, to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.

2. Trim your toenails straight across and file the edges to prevent ingrown nails.

3. Wear clean, dry socks made of a breathable fabric to keep your feet dry and reduce the risk of fungal infections.

4. Avoid going barefoot in communal areas, as this increases the risk of foot injuries and infections.

5. If you have any cuts, scrapes, or blisters on your feet, keep them clean and covered with a bandage to prevent infection.

We hope these tips help you to keep your feet in great condition while our clinic is closed. We look forward to seeing you in the new year and wish you all a happy and healthy festive season.

Sincerely,
Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic

12/12/2022

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic would like to wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season 🎄🎇

Our clinics at Gisborne & Woodend will be closed from 5pm Thursday 22nd December 2022, and will reopen at 9am Monday 16th January 2023.

22/05/2022

🚨SECOND CLINIC - MELBOURNE FOOT & ANKLE CLINIC🚨

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic are excited to announce the opening of its second clinic in Woodend. Located within Neal Street Medical Clinic, MFAAC will be proving podiatric care for children, adolescents, adults, elderly and athletes of all levels.

📞 Book now (at Woodend) on (03) 5483 3333
📍65 High Street, Woodend (inside Neal Street Medical Clinic)

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic are dedicated to providing high-quality podiatry services, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of common and rare foot complaints.

22/02/2022

Check out Podiatrist Hashan Fernando’s latest publication on Angiolipoma published in the Foot & Ankle Surgery: Techniques, Reports & Cases (2022)

Read it at:
https://www.fastracjournal.org/article/S2667-3967(22)00035-0/fulltext

13/10/2021

💭Did you know❓

95% of Australians who see a Podiatrist report a significant improvement with their pain & movement.

Podiatrists are Foot Health Experts who understand the structure and movement
of your feet and lower limbs. They can assess, diagnose and treat foot, ankle, knee,
leg or hip pain. Given your feet alone house a quarter of the bones in your entire
body, a podiatrist is best placed to get you moving, active or pain-free.




Source from APodA.

30/09/2021

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic is proud to be the main Podiatry service provider for Gisborne Oaks Residential Aged Care.

Our Podiatrists look after more than 100 patients providing regular Podiatric treatment and annual diabetes assessments.

13/09/2021

🚨GISBORNE’S NEWEST PODIATRIST🚨

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic joins Allied Health Plus!

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic are dedicated to providing high quality podiatry services, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of common and rare foot complaints.

Our podiatrists maintain a high standard of care with the latest treatment modalities to ensure our patients receive the most current and effective treatment possible.

Let us help you get back on your right foot by making an appointment at our clinic in the heart of Gisborne. Contact us today to make an appointment!

📞Book now on 03 5428 0375
📍5 Neal Street, Gisborne VIC 3437

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic are dedicated to providing high-quality podiatry services, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of common and rare foot complaints.

11/09/2021

🚨INTRODUCING MELBOURNE FOOT & ANKLE CLINIC🚨

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Clinic (MFAAC) are dedicated to providing high quality podiatry services, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of common and rare foot complaints. We have extensive expertise in podiatric practice for children, adolescents, adults, elderly and athletes of all levels.

At MFAAC we employ the highest standard of care with the latest treatment modalities to ensure our patients receive the most current and effective treatment possible. We liaise with other health care professionals to give you the most comprehensive holistic podiatric care available.

MFAAC are caring and highly trained podiatrists who will tailor all treatments specifically for your needs. We focus on giving individualised professional assistance for you to achieve your goals.