Services
We offer a range of services to help you live the life you want to lead. Read on to find the right service for you and, when you’re ready, book an appointment online or call us on 03 8373 5420.
General practice
We empower you to take control of your lifelong wellbeing with your preferred GP, ensuring continuity of care over the long term. In our modern, well-equipped facility, our experienced team provides the following services:
Chronic and acute health
Health checks, including age-specific checks for preventative care, nutrition, exercise advice and diabetes management
Men’s health, with particular attention on mental health and cardiovascular risk.
Women’s health, with particular attention on menopausal symptoms, breast screening, screening for cervical cancer and medical treatment for unwanted pregnancies.
Antenatal care, in concert with regional's and major obstetric services, including Kyneton Hospital, Royal Women’s Hospital, Northern Hospital and Mercy Hospital for Women.
Mental health, including general mental health and counselling, working in conjunction with psychologists and psychiatrists where appropriate.
Immunisations, including all childhood immunisations and travel immunisations. Accredited yellow fever vaccine provider.
Minor surgery, including suturing of lacerations, excision of skin lesions and skin cancers, management of ingrown toenails.
Palliative care, providing medical care for those with chronic and terminal illnesses, including home visits where appropriate.
Pre-employment, aviation and insurance medicals
Sports medicine, providing management of sports injuries, including fractures and injury rehabilitation
Physiotherapy & Myotherapy
Psychology
Cardiology, visiting cardiologist Dr. Omar Al-Mukhtar
Diet and nutrition
Podiatry
Aged-care, including on-going management with local nursing homes in the Macedon Ranges and liaison with visiting geriatrician Dr. Jesse Zanker
Paediatric care, including behavioural and developmental paediatrics
Book an appointment online or call us on 03 8373 5420 for more information.
Skin Cancer Clinic
Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer. 2 out 3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70.
Our clinic uses the latest high-resolution Total Body Photography and Dermoscopy skin imaging technology. It enables us to detect and diagnose skin cancers at an early stage and to monitor any suspicious lesions, as well as avoid unnecessary surgery.
Comprehensive skin checks are now a two-step process, starting with Total Body Photography followed by a Dermoscopy skin check with the skin cancer doctor where highly magnified images of atypical moles can be assessed and analysed.
STEP 1
STEP 2
If you have more than 100 moles a longer appointment is required.
Ranges Medical provide biopsy, cryotherapy, photodynamic therapy and surgical excision and facilitate advanced skin surgical treatment with skin flaps and skin grafts.
Cost
Step 1. Total Body Photography: $104.00 No Medicare rebate.
Step 2. Dermoscopy skin check consultation: $138.50 out-of-pocket.
Surgical procedures such as biopsies and skin excisions are privately billed. On the day of the procedure, you will need to pay a procedure room fee and then once the laboratory results are received your final payment for the doctors fee is required. Ask your doctor for an estimate of fees at the time of consultation.
Doctors
Dr Bronwyn Edmunds
Dr Bronwyn Edmunds is an accredited skin cancer doctor with the Skin Cancer College of Australasia. This means that Dr Edmunds has successfully completed a high level of training with the College and has proven skills in the diagnosis, treatment and management of skin cancer. She has completed the following qualifications:
Professional Diploma of Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery
Professional Diploma of Dermoscopy
Advanced Clinical Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery (Skin Cancer College of Australasia)
Dr Edmunds is a member of Skin Cancer College of Australasia.
Dr Ashvin Arul
Dr Ashvin Arul is an accredited skin cancer doctor with the Skin Cancer College of Australasia. This means that Dr Arul has successfully completed a high level of training with the College and has proven skills in the diagnosis, treatment and management of skin cancer. He has completed the following qualifications:
Certificate of Dermoscopy
Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine
Advanced Clinical Certificate of Dermoscopy.
Advanced Clinical Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery (Skin Cancer College of Australasia)
Dr Rhian Pickard
Dr Rhian Pickard is currently undergoing training to become an accredited skin cancer doctor with the Skin Cancer College of Australasia. This means that Dr Pickard has successfully completed a high level of training with the College and has proven skills in the diagnosis, treatment and management of skin cancer. She has completed the following qualifications.
Certificate of Dermoscopy
Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine
If this is your FIRST Skin Check at Ranges Medical call us on 83735420 or click here to make your online appointment.
Returning patients that have had a Skin Check at Ranges Medical please call 8373 5420 to arrange the best suited appointment type for you.
Women’s health and menopause care
Ranges Medical encourages women to take preventive steps to improve their health and wellbeing through provision of reliable and clear information to help them understand their health and treatment options.
Dr Anne Peterson is a Womens Health Specialist GP primarily in hormonal issues such as menopause, perimenopause and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
Our clinic works closely with, and promotes the work of the Jean Hailes for Women’s Health not-for-profit organisation. Through this organisation, we are able to provide women with information, knowledge and clinical care to assist them to manage their own health and wellbeing throughout the whole of their life.
From January 2024, Dr Anne Peterson will be running a dedicated Menopause and Peri-Menopause Clinic on Monday afternoons / early evenings and once a month on Wednesday afternoons.
These appointments will be dedicated to women who need specialised help navigating the menopausal transition with an hour allocated for the first appointment and half an hour for reviews.
LGBTIQA+ health
Ranges Medical welcomes patients who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or transsexual, intersex, queer or questioning (LGBTIQA+) or gender diverse. We recognise that sexuality, sex and gender can be dynamic and complex, and comes with a wide range of unique challenges for every individual.
Obtaining the right support coupled with clinical knowledge can be empowering, and Ranges Medical is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for same sex attracted, intersex and gender diverse patients, families and friends who seek a range of health and well-being services.
Aged care
General Practitioners at Ranges Medical are skilled in assessing and treating many clinical conditions that occur due to ageing, and more importantly, devoted to ensuring that you make the most of your mature years. A number of the doctors also attend the local aged care facilities providing regular and quality clinical care.
A comprehensive team of GPs, nursing staff and visiting geriatricians, can ensure a holistic approach to aged care, and a level of trust and familiarity found in a traditional family practice.
Podiatry
Ranges Medical offers podiatry services in conjunction with the Melbourne Podiatry Group. Experts in foot care, Melbourne Podiatry can treat conditions including heel pain, bunions, ingrown toenails, tinea, corns and calluses.
As well as general foot care, our podiatrists can also assist with sports injuries, structural problems, paediatrics, issues arising from diabetes, and treatment for the elderly.
Paediatric and adolescent care
A number of doctors at Ranges Medical are experienced in the care of infants, children and adolescents. Physiologically, children are not simply “little adults”, and this must be taken into account when considering symptoms, prescribing medications and diagnosing illnesses. In addition, GPs are adept at establishing connections with kids and teens, ensuring the best clinical outcomes for both physical and mental health.
Psychologist Leanne Pethick is also a specialist in her field, working with children and adolescents with challenging behaviours such as ADHD, anxiety, ASD or depression, or supporting their families in managing these behaviours and helping reduce the stress of parenting.
Pathology
Ranges Medical in partnership with Austin Health, offers pathology services on site - no appointment required.
All patients with a valid Medicare card will be bulk billed for all MBS item tests. Austin Health accept Pathology request forms from all pathology providers.
Ann is our Austin Health phlebotomist and is here to assist you Monday - Friday from 8:30am to 2:00pm.
Aviation medicals
Dr Jacques de Groot is a CASA Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME) after successfully completing the Australian Certificate of Civil Aviation Medicine (ACCAM) at Monash University in Melbourne.
Dr de Groot is certified to perform the following for Commercial and Private Pilots and Air Traffic Controllers:
CASA Aviation Medicals for all Class 1, 2 and 3 licence holders.
Initial and renewal aviation medicals.
The aviation medical
Aviation Medicals at Ranges Medical involve a review of the examinee’s medical history and a physical examination. This begins with an appointment with one of our Practice Nurses followed by an appointment with Dr Jacques de Groot.
Additional tests may be required depending the examinee’s age and CASA requirements. These tests may include; Blood tests (eg. lipids and blood sugar), ECG, Spirometry (lung function test) and Audiometry (hearing test).
We have the facilities to perform some of these tests in-house at Ranges Medical. Other examinations can also be organised by referral to external providers, such as local audiology services and CASA designated Ophthalmologist or Optometrist. Requests for blood tests can be organised during a separate private appointment, prior to the aviation medical appointment, so the results will be available at the time of the examination.
Costs
Initial Medical: $233.00 (+ GST)
Renewal Medical: $233.00 (+GST)
ECG: $81.50 (+GST)
Spirometry: $81.50 (+GST) -due to ongoing Covid restrictons unable to perform in GP setting
Dr Jacques de Groot in an Ansett simulator.
Bookings and essential information
When booking an Aviation Medical with Dr Jacques de Groot, please provide the following information:
Whether it is an initial or renewal medical.
The class (1, 2 or 3).
Examinee’s Aviation Reference Number, full name, date of birth, address & contact number.
Bookings for Aviation Medicals are generally available most weekdays. Please call our reception staff on 03 8373 5420 to make a booking.
Physiotherapy & Myotherapy
Backfocus Physiotherapy is at Ranges Medical for physiotherapy appointments Monday to Saturday.
Backfocus Physiotherapy has been providing their services to Woodend and the surrounding area for over a decade. At Ranges Medical they provide the communities of the Macedon Ranges with ever better access to physiotherapy, myotherapy, remedial massage and clinical Pilates services.
To make an online appointment click here or call Ranges Medical on 8373 5420. Find out more information on physio services provided at Backfocus’s website.
Physiotherapy
Backfocus physiotherapists use a hands on approach to treatment using a wide variety of manual skills and extensive knowledge of exercise therapy to help you recover from either acute or chronic injuries.
Physiotherapy treatment techniques are aimed at removing muscular, joint and nerve symptoms. They restore normal function and mobility and provide patients with skills to help manage their problem long term.
Myotherapy
Backfocus myotherapists use hands on manual techniques and massage to release muscle tension and trigger points associated with aches and pains. Myotherapy applies advanced muscular release techniques combined with more traditional massage.
Techniques include traditional soft tissue massage, deep tissue massage and release, trigger point release therapies, acupressure, the hold-relax technique, cupping, dry needling, and corrective exercise to compliment the soft tissue therapies.
Rehabilitation exercise programs
Exercise based rehabilitation programs are individually prescribed specifically for people with acute, recurring or chronic musculoskeletal pain and injuries.
Child and adult psychology
Psychologist Leanne Pethick is available for consultations at Ranges Medical every Thursday. For appointments, call Leanne directly on 0431 471 671.
Leanne has been practicing in the field of Counselling for over 20 years comprising work with adults, children, adolescents and their families.
She’s passionate about helping people overcome obstacles that interfere with their ability to be the best they can be. Whether it be working with children and adolescents with challenging behaviours such as ADHD, anxiety, ASD or depression, or supporting their families in managing these behaviours and helping reduce the stress of parenting.
In addition to private practice, Leanne has worked as a psychologist at the Royal Children’s Hospital. She’s also taught Family Development and Counselling at Victoria University for nearly ten years and practiced as a registered supervisor of tertiary students and provisional psychologists for over 15 years.
Medical termination
Dr Anne Peterson, Dr Rhian Pickard and Dr Jacques de Groot are qualified to provide medical termination services for women with a pregnancy of less than 63 days.
Please ask for a ‘long appointment’ when booking to discuss the possibility of termination to arrange adequate consultation time. Please bring, if available, blood test (HCG) and obstetric ultra sound reports with you.
Out of pocket fees apply. No discount fees are available for this service.