We are proud to offer a diverse range of allied health services, allowing our Practices to accommodate your healthcare needs. Whether you have a persistent injury, want to check in on your health, or are simply looking for advice to maximize your well being, our expert team are close by to assist. Allied healthcare professionals provide services independently to our practices. If you have questions about any particular allied health service including booking an appointment or available rebates, please contact the individual representatives or allied health providers directly.

Diane Gargya
Diabetes Educator

Chronic diseases such as diabetes can be difficult and tiring to manage alone. Heidelberg West Medical endeavours to provide patients with the support and resources to reach their best health possible, and we are proud to offer diabetes education as part of our allied health services. Our credentialled diabetes educator, Diane Gargya, is available for consultations at our Heidelberg West clinic.
If you are living with type 1 or 2 diabetes, diabetes education may be beneficial for you. Through Diane’s patient-centred practice, you will gain the skills and knowledge to self-manage your condition. Both individual and group sessions are available. In addition to practicing as a diabetes educator, Diane has been a practicing pharmacist for over a decade. She is also a lecturer at RMIT School of Health and Biomedical Sciences. If you would like further information about diabetes education, please contact our clinic staff, or book an appointment with your GP.

Dr. Amin Ali
Allied Eye Care- Optometrist

Optometry services at Heidelberg West Medical are provided by Allied Eye Care, with bulk billed eye tests available. The team at Allied Eye Care are passionate about preventative optometry, and know that prevention is better than cure when it comes to the health of our eyes. If you experience persistent headaches, notice your sight changing, or simply want to check up on your eyesight, contact Allied Eye Care and book a test today. In addition to eye tests, Allied Eye Care offers diabetes eye care, prescription glasses, vision reports, pediatric eye care, and urgent eye care. Some of these services may attract an out of pocket fee. For more information, please get in touch with our helpful staff.

Inspire Physio
Physiotherapist | inspirephysiocare.com.au

Yunus Abou-Eid
Podiatrist
Melbourne Foot and Ankle Group | melbournefootgroup.com.au

Podiatry services at Heidelberg West are provided by Melbourne Foot & Ankle Group. Always tailored to your needs and goals, their treatment plans are designed to work alongside advice from your GP and other allied health professionals.

Melbourne Foot & Ankle Group specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of many conditions of the foot and ankle. These include ingrown toenail removal surgery, bunions, cracked heels, athlete’s foot, diabetic foot screening, sports podiatry, joint alignment, knee pain, gait analysis, and foot health screening for both adults and children.

If you wish to discuss your podiatry needs with the team, please make an appointment with your doctor or contact Melbourne Foot & Ankle Group on (03) 8389 1345

Avril Lunken
Occupational Therapist

Using everyday activities as treatment, occupational therapy helps patients living with injury or disability to develop, recover, or improve. Our occupational therapist, Avril Lunken, specialises in the treatment of lymphoedema. Caused by an accumulation of lymphatic fluid, lymphoedema presents as the swelling of limbs: most commonly the arms and legs. Avril is a professional member of the Australasian Lymphology Association and is registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Additionally, she holds a Diploma in Occupational Therapy from the UK. Avril works with all age groups, from children to adults. With sensitivity and consideration for your needs, she can provide education, support, and advice on the use of appropriate compression garments. If you are suffering from lymphoedema, please book an appointment for your GP to request referral to this specialised service.

Nadine Jones
Hearing Australia | hearing.com.au