HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

Minor Trauma Service at The BaysMINOR Trauma Service at The

Bays – facilitating prompt access to specialist plastic and orthopaedic surgeons for fractures, sprains, strains and lacerations.

The service has been warmly welcomed by the Mornington Peninsula community and is proving to be popular with local sporting clubs and schools.

Led by experienced Nurse Practitioner, Michelle Blackwell, the Minor Trauma Service offers a prompt, comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and streamlined treatment for limb injuries.

The service has treated many patients since opening earlier this year, including injuries to fingers, hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, ankles and knees.

Michelle explains “Many of the injuries we see have resulted from sporting or recreational activities which is why we offer the service all day Saturday. I was able to assist a man recently who had sustained a hand injury. He called the Minor Trauma Service to arrange an appointment and was delighted that I was able to see him that day. I was able to perform a full assessment, order an x-ray and diagnose an unstable fracture. Once I knew what type of fracture the patient had, I was able to fast track his treatment by contacting the surgeon immediately. We agreed on a management plan and the patient was admitted the following day for surgery and stabilisation of the

fracture. By managing this fracture as fast as we did, we effectively prevented possible long-term complications. When I followed up with a phone call 4 days later he was comfortable, recovering and feeling great. He was looking forward to getting back to work soon and expressed his gratitude to the prompt and expert care he received by our Minor Trauma Service”.

The service is available with or without a referral from a General Practitioner. We are available every Saturday until 6pm and weekdays by appointment. It is important we speak to you over the phone before you arrive at the hospital to ensure your injury and condition is suitable to be treated by us.

The initial consultation cost is $120, of which some may be refunded by Medicare. This includes a full assessment, liaison with a specialist, referral for diagnostic imaging if required and treatment carried out by our nurse practitioner including suturing, cast application or wound dressing. There is no charge for a follow up appointment. There is a charge of $60 for subsequent appointments that require a re-cast, new dressing or dressing change.

For more information about the

Minor Trauma Service at The Bays Hospital call 5976 5208.

2013

Every day is Mother’s Day at The BaysOur new private maternity rooms will be open from August 2016Luxuriously private, with full ensuite bathrooms, these modern facilities and beautiful family-centric environment will complement our award winning service.

Call us to book your tour and view the plans on 03 5975 2009.

For fractures, sprains, strains &

lacerations

New Minor Trauma ServiceIf you or a family member has a suspected fracture, soft tissue injury, or laceration, phone The Bays Minor Trauma Service on 03 5976 5208.

• No GP referral required

• Be promptly seen by an Emergency Nurse Practitioner

• Streamlined care by Plastic and Orthopaedic Specialists

For more information or to make an appointment phone us on: 03 5976 5208

The Bays Healthcare GroupCaring for the Peninsula

VALE STREET, MORNINGTON VIC 3931

The Bays Healthcare Group IncVale Street | PO Box 483Mornington VIC 3931Phone 03 5975 2009www.thebays.com.auwww.facebook.com/TheBaysHealthcareGroup

2013

Every day is Mother’s Day at The BaysOur new private maternity rooms will be open from August 2016Luxuriously private, with full ensuite bathrooms, these modern facilities and beautiful family-centric environment will complement our award winning service.

Call us to book your tour and view the plans on 03 5975 2009.

For fractures, sprains, strains &

lacerations

New Minor Trauma ServiceIf you or a family member has a suspected fracture, soft tissue injury, or laceration, phone The Bays Minor Trauma Service on 03 5976 5208.

• No GP referral required

• Be promptly seen by an Emergency Nurse Practitioner

• Streamlined care by Plastic and Orthopaedic Specialists

For more information or to make an appointment phone us on: 03 5976 5208

The Bays Healthcare GroupCaring for the Peninsula

VALE STREET, MORNINGTON VIC 3931

The Bays Healthcare Group IncVale Street | PO Box 483Mornington VIC 3931Phone 03 5975 2009www.thebays.com.auwww.facebook.com/TheBaysHealthcareGroup

New Minor Trauma ServiceIf you or a family member has a suspected fracture, soft tissue injury, or laceration, phone The Bays Minor Trauma Service on 03 5976 5208.

• No GP referral required• Be promptly seen by an Emergency Nurse Practitioner• Streamlined care by Plastic and Orthapaedic Specialists

All patients must call to speak with us prior to presenting at the hospital. Phone 03 5976 5208 to make your appointment.

For fractures, sprains, strains &

lacerations