We’re very excited to introduce our newest team member, Jessica Kostos (aka the Mama Physio), a physiotherapist specialising in pelvic floor health for women. Jess has lived in inner city Melbourne for most of her life and is looking forward to providing the local community with her services. A bit about Jess Jess graduated [...]
Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, has for most of our lives been seen as a temporary inconvenience that comes around every winter. Like an unpopular relative visiting for a brief period, we put up with it, knowing it will eventually leave and things will go back to normal. Pandemics, though, have a [...]
It’s now possible for all patients of Yarra Medical with a valid Medicare card to receive bulk-billed telehealth phone consults, thanks to new measures introduced by the Australian Government. It’s another step in the battle with COVID-19 and will help everyone stay at home and keep isolated. If you are feeling feverish or short [...]
Online Ergonomic Assessments via Telehealth, Zoom or Facetime for those Working From Home! Are you feeling stiff and achy from working at home over the last few weeks? While our resident Osteopath, Ramsay, is still open to treat and help rehabilitate those postural issues, he is also now offering his [...]
If you’re worried about the amount of hair your losing and want to have a chat about possible hair loss treatment, don’t hesitate to book in online with one of our experienced GPs at our Yarra Medical clinics. You’ll find us at two convenient, inner city Melbourne locations. Losing hair at any age can be [...]
Iron deficiency is a common problem in Australia, and the most common nutrient deficiency in the world. Usually, it’s treated with iron supplements but, occasionally, an iron infusion is called for. Fortunately, iron infusions are available at Yarra Medical in Melbourne, located in Richmond and Abbotsford. They take around an hour, and you’ll be [...]
Is that getting bigger? Was that there before? We’ve lived with our bodies our entire lives, so you would think we’d be pretty familiar with them. Unfortunately, though, questions like those above are pretty common. The fact is, we just aren’t good at self-diagnosing. And some spots are in a place too difficult for [...]
IUDs, or intrauterine devices, are one of the most reliable methods of contraception available. In fact, they are the most effective reversible contraception on the market. Plus, you don’t have to worry about remembering to take the pill or using a condom. IUDs aren’t, however, a popular form of contraception. Some doctors are hesitant [...]
Many people find their sexual health an awkward thing to talk about and are hesitant to seek advice from healthcare professionals. This is normal and totally understandable, although it is important to stay informed on sexual health and STIs (sexually transmitted infections) both for your overall wellbeing and that of your sexual partner/s. At [...]
Osteopathy is now available at Yarra Medical Richmond! Introducing Yarra Medical Richmond’s resident Osteopath, Dr Ramsay Willmott (Osteo). After completing 5 years of full-time university study in Osteopathy, Ramsay has been working as an Osteopath in the inner-north since 2011. His passion for Osteopathy and his community spirit drove him to provide Osteopathy to [...]
