Specialist general surgeons and physicians at Churchill Private Hospital and Specialist Centre encourage people to “please don’t be shy” and have concerns checked as soon as possible. As we get older we can start to feel different aches and pains in our bodies, including in our abdomen. Minor abdominal pain can result from a number of causes including having gas (wind) trapped in your stomach, or eating too much. You can try lying down to rest, sipping on clear fluids or putting a warm … [Read more...] about Please don’t be shy – get your health concerns checked
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Alert Level 1 – COVID-19
Churchill Hospital and Specialist Centre are pleased to welcome you to our facilities. As always, we remain mindful of the health and wellbeing of our patients, clients, staff and visitors. Please take a moment to read the following: Clinic Consultations, X-ray and Ultrasound - what you need to know On arrival A QR code is available for those wishing to use the COVID tracker app.Please use the hand sanitiser provided. Unwell? If you have cold or flu-like symptoms please call to … [Read more...] about Alert Level 1 – COVID-19
Alert Level 2 – COVID-19
Under Alert Level 2, Churchill Hospital and Specialist Centre remain open for all clinic consultations and elective surgery. It remains important we have measures in place to ensure the work we undertake can be done so safely, both for staff and specialists as well as our patients. Clinic Consultations, X-ray and Ultrasound - what you need to know Physical Distancing Our waiting rooms have limited capacityPlease remain in your vehicle and only enter our facility at your nominated … [Read more...] about Alert Level 2 – COVID-19
Alert Level 3
Churchill Hospital and Specialist Centre has reopened to facilitate urgent face-to-face consultations and prioritised elective surgery under Alert Level 3. We have important measures in place to ensure the work we undertake can be done so safely for our staff, specialists and our patients. Clinic consultations Where clinically appropriate, virtual consultations will continue to be considered as a first option.If you are asked to attend a face-to-face appointment, you will receive a … [Read more...] about Alert Level 3
Important Notice – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Help us keep our patients and staff safe We will be asking relevant questions and temperature screening people as they enter our facilities. We thank you in advance for your co-operation. Should you be coming into our facilities at this time? People over 70 or with existing medical conditions Currently those over 70 or those with existing medical conditions are advised to stay at home. Surgery BookingsSurgery bookings for people over 70 or with existing medical … [Read more...] about Important Notice – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
It’s not just the weather that’s warming up
Like any form of physical exercise, warming up your joints and muscles before heading into the garden to prune, dig or plant is very important. While gardening is a great low-impact workout, it is still important to protect your joints and muscles so you can enjoy being in the garden for longer. Joint specialists at Churchill Private Hospital and Specialist Centre advise taking a few minutes before picking up your trowel or spade to do a few gentle stretches. Here are a few suggestions … [Read more...] about It’s not just the weather that’s warming up
