The team of doctors, dieticians and nurses will care for you and all the medical needs, and assist you in managing the conditions.

Diabetes Care at Coolangatta Medical Centre

The focus areas are people affected by all types of diabetes, this includes people with type 1 diabetes, people with type 2 diabetes, women with gestational diabetes, people with other forms of diabetes, their families and carers, and people at risk of developing diabetes.

How Common is Diabetes in Australia?

According to Diabetes Australia, over 300 Australians develop diabetes every day. That’s one person every 5 minutes. Diabetes is a complex condition that can affect the entire body. Diabetes, may it be Type 1 or Type 2. It can be managed with the help of your healthcare professional. Whether or not you are diagnosed with diabetes, understanding the condition can help better manage it as well as ensure better quality of life for yourself and your loved ones. It is highly likely you know someone with diabetes, maybe a family member or friend. This is because diabetes has reached epidemic proportions in Australia and globally.

Community awareness of the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes is still surprisingly limited. Therefore as a community, it is vital to foster a culture of shared understanding of what diabetes is and be part of the solution that turns the diabetes epidemic around.

Types of Diabetes We Treat

Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition that occurs when the pancreas makes little or no insulin. Insulin is a hormone the body uses to allow sugar to enter cells to produce energy.

Diabetes is caused by different factors such as genetics and viruses and can occur anytime in a person’s life. There is no cure for it, but can be managed by controlled sugar intake and a healthier lifestyle.

Type 2 diabetes is a long-term condition that happens because of sugar / glucose irregularities in the body. It can result in too much sugar circulating in the blood, and lead to disorders of the circulatory, nervous and immune systems.

While type 2 diabetes is more common in older adults, childhood obesity has increased more cases of this condition in younger people. There’s no cure for type 2 diabetes except for healthier lifestyles and diabetes medications or insulin therapy.

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes diagnosed during pregnancy. Like other types of diabetes, it affects your body’s use of sugar. This causes high blood sugar that can affect your pregnancy and your baby’s health.

However, this can be better managed during pregnancy by eating healthy foods, exercising and, if necessary, taking medication. Controlling your blood sugar can keep you and your bub healthy and prevent a difficult delivery.

Prediabetes happens when your body produces a higher than normal blood sugar level. Without making healthier lifestyle changes, it can cause a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes in both adults and children.

Healthier food intake and regular exercise can help regulate your blood sugar and help prevent type 2 diabetes. It is also important to visit your diabetes clinic to have yourself checked to confirm whether or not you have diabetes.

For further information, please consult with a GP  here at our diabetes clinic in Gold Coast. You may book your appointment online or call us at (07) 5599 1400.

What’s included in the diabetes care services

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If you have diabetes, it is important to see a doctor or diabetes specialist regularly to manage your condition. As a diabetes clinic in Gold Coast we offer a variety of services to help people with diabetes manage their condition, including:

Assessment and diagnosis

At Coolangatta Medical Centre, the diabetes clinic is here to help assess your risk of developing diabetes and diagnose diabetes if you have it.

Education

Awareness matters for individuals living with diabetes and for those who are caring for loved ones with diabetes. We are here to provide education about the condition, including how to manage your blood sugar levels, eat a healthy diet, and exercise safely.

Medication management

Let us help you better manage your condition. Here, we can help you manage your diabetes medications, including insulin, oral medications, and injectable medications.

Foot care

We can provide foot care, including regular foot exams and treatment for any foot problems.

Other diabetes services we provide

We understand that living with diabetes takes more than managing the condition, it may also require support for yourself and your loved ones to better navigate it.

Our GP Doctors

At Coolangatta, the team of GP’s are here to share their expertise in better management for diabetes conditions. As a diabetes clinic in Gold Coast, we are committed to providing the best possible holistic care for individuals living with diabetes. Here’s more information about our doctors:

Dr Jack O’Halloran

Dr Gabriela Rocha – Accepting ADHD Patients

Portrait of Dr Fatemeh Arya, GP at Coolangatta Medical Centre.

Dr Fatemeh Arya- Accepting ADHD Patients

Portrait of Dr. Louise Badenhorst, GP at Coolangatta Medical Centre.

Dr Louise Badenhorst

Portrait of Dr. Joanna Hutcheon, GP at Coolangatta Medical Centre.

Dr Joanna Hutcheon

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Dr Ahmad Nasir – Cardiologist

General Practitioners

Portrait of Dr. Russell O’Brien, GP at Coolangatta Medical Centre.

Dr Russell O’Brien

Professional headshot of Dr Sachi Pathirana, GP at Coolangatta Medical Centre.

Dr Sachi Pathirana

Professional headshot of Dr. Dominic Bannerman, GP at Coolangatta Medical Centre.

Dr. Dominic Bannerman

Portrait of Dr. Michelle Conners, GP at Coolangatta Medical Centre.

Dr. Michelle Conners

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Our Fees & Payment Methods

Full fee upfront is payable on the day of your clinic appointment. We will be processing this with a credit/debit card token provided at the time of your booking.

Medicare rebate is processed for you on your behalf by the administration team. This will go back into the account that you have nominated with Medicare within a timeframe of 24 to 48 hours. For more information about Medicare rebates, please see our FAQs page.

Out of pocket fee is the amount of money that is paid directly after Medicare has processed your rebate.

Other Medical Services We Offer

At Coolangatta Medical Centre, we also offer many other specialised care for vaccinations and overall family health care to keep you and your loved ones healthy. Book your appointment to visit our clinic at Gold Coast.

  • Weight Assessment
  • Family Medicine
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Heart Problems
  • Drug & Alcohol Testing

To see more of our other medical services, click here.

Areas We Serve

Coolangatta Medical Centre services many local communities on the Gold Coast as well as Northern NSW. If you live in or nearby the following suburbs, Coolangatta Medical Centre is easily visited from the location:

Frequently Asked Questions

Diabetes is a condition that can be caused by several factors such as: genetics, insulin resistance, obesity, physical inactivity, as well as poor diet. It is important to see your GP or diabetes specialist to know if you are at risk of diabetes.

No matter what stage you are in your life, it’s important to get yourself checked for your overall health and assess if you are at risk of diabetes. If you are also experiencing any of the following diabetes symptoms, please consult with a GP or diabetes specialist:

Diabetes is a condition that is either caused by genetics or by lifestyle. To prevent or better manage diabetes, it will require healthier lifestyle choices. Healthier food intake, regular exercise as well as routine checkups with your GP or diabetes specialist will help you better manage your blood sugar levels and reduce your risks of diabetes and its complications.

According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), diabetes can cause many long-term complications to your overall physical health and well-being. These are common complications patients can experience with the condition: heart disease, chronic kidney disease, nerve damage, and other problems with feet, oral health, vision, hearing, and mental health.

  • What symptoms do you have?
  • What kind of symptoms do you experience? Do they come and go or are they constant?
  • What are your symptoms like?
  • Do you have a family history of diabetes or preeclampsia?
  • What kind of diet do you follow?
  • How often do you exercise? What type and how much?

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