Heart health
Blood pressure, cholesterol and a Heart Health Check to understand your risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Heart Health Check from 45
- Lifestyle and medication options
Men’s health GP in Warwick QLD. Men’s health,without the wait.
Health checks, heart and prostate health, skin checks, mental health and sexual health for men across Warwick and the Southern Downs. GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
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Men’s health checks, by age.
Move the slider to your age to see the checks most men are recommended to talk about with their GP.
Why men put it off, and why it matters
Many men only see a GP when something feels wrong. A regular check gives you and your GP a chance to pick up issues such as high blood pressure, diabetes or skin cancer early, when they are often easier to manage.
Book a longer appointment for a full men’s health check, and bring a list of anything you have noticed, however small.
What our GPs can help with.
Tap a card to read more. Every topic starts with a bulk billed GP consult for eligible patients.
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Prostate health
Urinary symptoms and an informed discussion about the benefits and limits of prostate cancer testing.
- Shared decision about PSA testing
- Referral where needed
Bowel health
The free National Bowel Cancer Screening Program kit every two years from 45 to 74, and assessment of bowel symptoms.
- Free home test kit
- See your GP about bleeding or changes
Skin checks
Regular skin checks in Queensland’s high UV conditions, and treatment of skin cancers in the clinic.
- Skin checks and biopsies
- Treatment of skin cancers
Mental health
Support for stress, low mood, anxiety and relationship or work pressure, including mental health care plans.
- Mental health care plans
- Referral to psychologists
Sexual health
Confidential STI testing, erectile difficulties and fertility concerns, discussed without judgement.
- Confidential testing
- Assessment of underlying causes
Weight and diabetes
Diabetes risk checks, weight and lifestyle support, and ongoing care if you live with diabetes.
- Diabetes risk assessment from 40
- Chronic condition management plans
Sleep and fatigue
Snoring, tiredness and possible sleep apnoea, with sleep study referral where appropriate.
- Sleep apnoea assessment
- Energy and fatigue checks
Work and injury
Workplace injuries, pre-employment and driver medicals, and minor procedures such as wound repair.
- Driver and pre-employment medicals
- Wound repair and suturing
Ready when you are
Book your men’s health check.
Book online with HotDoc in under a minute, any time, or call reception on (07) 4527 1070, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Bulk billed GP consults for eligible patientsFemale and male GPsNew patients welcome
Screening programs for men.
Free national programs that your GP can help you with.
Bowel cancer screening
Free test kit every two years
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program mails a free home test kit to eligible Australians aged 45 to 74 every two years. People aged 45 to 49 can request their first kit. The test looks for tiny amounts of blood in a bowel motion.
What it involves
- Done at home and mailed back
- Results go to you and your nominated GP
- A positive result is followed up by your GP
Things to know
- See your GP about bleeding or bowel changes, whatever your age
- People with a strong family history may need a different plan
Heart Health Check
From 45, or 30 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
A Heart Health Check looks at your blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes risk, smoking, weight and family history to estimate your risk of a heart attack or stroke over the next five years.
What it involves
- Usually a longer GP appointment
- May include blood tests
- A plan to lower your risk
Things to know
- Fasting is not usually needed, but your GP will let you know
- Bring your family history if you can
Prostate cancer testing
An informed choice with your GP
There is no national screening program for prostate cancer. A PSA blood test can help find prostate cancer early, but it also has limits. Your GP will talk with you about the benefits and risks so you can decide.
What it involves
- Usually discussed from 50
- From 40 or 45 if you have a family history
- Includes a symptom and risk review
Things to know
- A raised PSA does not always mean cancer
- Urinary symptoms should be checked at any age
Know your numbers.
Choose a measure to see what it tells you. Your GP will explain what your own results mean.
Blood pressure
High blood pressure usually has no symptoms, but it raises the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney disease. A quick check at any GP visit tells you where you stand.
What it involves
- Checked at least every two years from 18
- More often if it is raised or you have other risk factors
- Home monitoring may be suggested
Things to know
- Lifestyle changes and medicines can both help
Billing: GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Cholesterol
A blood test measures cholesterol and other fats in the blood. Together with blood pressure and other factors, it helps estimate your heart and stroke risk.
What it involves
- Usually part of a Heart Health Check
- Collected on site with 4Cyte Pathology
Things to know
- Your GP looks at your overall risk, not one number alone
Billing: GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Blood sugar
Type 2 diabetes can develop slowly without obvious symptoms. A diabetes risk assessment and blood test can pick it up early.
What it involves
- Risk assessment from 40
- Blood tests if your risk is higher
Things to know
- Tiredness, thirst and passing more urine are worth mentioning
Billing: GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Waist measurement
Carrying extra weight around the middle is linked to heart disease and diabetes. For men, health guidelines suggest risk starts to rise with a waist of 94 cm or more, and is greatly increased from 102 cm.
What it involves
- Measure around your middle, roughly at your belly button
- Your GP can help with realistic goals
Things to know
- Guidelines may differ for some backgrounds. Your GP will explain what applies to you
Billing: GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
What a men’s health check can cover.
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Symptoms not to ignore.
See a GP if you notice any of these. For chest pain or signs of stroke, call 000.
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Chest pain or pressure
Chest pain, pressure or discomfort that spreads to the arm, neck or jaw, with breathlessness or sweating. Call 000.
Bowel changes or bleeding
Blood in your bowel motions, or a change in your bowel habits that lasts more than a few weeks.
Urinary changes
Blood in your urine, a weak stream, getting up often at night or difficulty passing urine.
A lump or swelling
A new lump in a testicle, or anywhere else, that does not go away.
A changing spot
A mole or spot that is new, growing, bleeding or changing in shape or colour.
Low mood that lingers
Feeling down, irritable or numb for more than two weeks, or losing interest in things you enjoy.
Men’s health, in more detail.
Open a topic to learn more.
The prostate often enlarges with age, which can cause a weak stream, dribbling or getting up at night to pass urine. This is usually not cancer, but it is worth checking. Prostate cancer often causes no symptoms early on, which is why your GP will talk with you about the benefits and limits of PSA testing, usually from 50, or from 40 or 45 if your father or brother had prostate cancer.
Testicular cancer is most common in men aged 15 to 40. Get to know what is normal for you, for example after a warm shower, and see your GP about any lump, swelling, ache or change in size. Most lumps are not cancer, but they should always be checked.
Erection problems are common and can be an early sign of heart disease, diabetes or other health issues. They are also very treatable. Your GP will look for underlying causes and talk through options.
Around three in four people who die by suicide in Australia are men, and many men find it hard to ask for help. Stress, relationship strain, work pressure and financial worries all take a toll. Your GP can help with a mental health care plan and referral to a psychologist.
Loud snoring, stopping breathing during sleep, and daytime tiredness can be signs of obstructive sleep apnoea. It is linked to high blood pressure and accidents, and can be assessed with a sleep study.
Many men on the Southern Downs work outdoors or on the land. Sun exposure, noise, heavy lifting, chemicals and machinery all affect long-term health. Talk to your GP about skin checks, hearing, back care, tetanus vaccination and workplace injuries.
Health guidelines recommend no more than 10 standard drinks a week and no more than 4 on any day to reduce the risk of harm. Quitting smoking at any age improves your health. Your GP can help, and Quitline is available on 13 78 48.
Adults are recommended to build up to 150 to 300 minutes of moderate activity a week, plus strength exercises on two days. Your GP can help you set realistic goals and refer you to a dietitian or exercise physiologist.
Men can develop osteoporosis too, especially later in life or with some medicines and conditions. Your GP can assess your risk and arrange a bone density test where eligible.
If you and your partner have been trying to conceive for 12 months, or 6 months if your partner is 35 or older, both partners can be assessed. Your GP can arrange tests and referral.
Support when you need it.
If you need to talk to someone now, these services are available at any time.
Talking helps
Asking for help is a sign of strength. Your GP can help with a mental health care plan and referral to a psychologist.
The men’s health year.
Awareness months are a good reason to book a check.
June
Men’s Health Week
Held each June around Father’s Day, it is a good time to book a men’s health check with your GP.
September
R U OK? Day
A reminder to check in with mates, and with yourself. Your GP can help if you are not feeling okay.
November
Movember
A month focused on men’s mental health, suicide prevention, and prostate and testicular cancer. Book a check.
When to book.
Book an appointment if any of these apply to you.
- It has been more than a year since your last check
- You are 45 or over and have not had a Heart Health Check
- You have urinary changes or get up at night more often
- You have noticed a new or changing spot
- You are feeling stressed, low or not sleeping well
- You have questions about sexual health or erections
Book your appointment
Book your men’s health check.
Choose your GP and a time that suits on HotDoc, or call reception and we will help you find the right appointment.
Book onlineOr call (07) 4527 1070In an emergency, call 000.
GPs who offer men’s health.
Choose a GP to see what they offer, then book directly. You can see any of our GPs for a general consult.
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Dr Bhesham Kumar
MBBS, MRCGP
Offers
Men’s healthChronic diseaseMental health
Languages: English
Dr Sanjay Kumar
MBBS, MRCGP [INT] South Asia
Offers
Men’s healthChronic diseaseMental health
Languages: English, Urdu, Sindhi
Dr Pakeeza Salman
MBBS, MRCGP, MCPS
Offers
Men’s healthChronic diseaseMental health
Languages: English, Hindi, Urdu
Dr Anum Uzair
MBBS, MRCGP, MCPS
Offers
Men’s healthChronic diseaseMental health
Languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi
Dr Rabab Askari
MBBS, MRGP (Int’l South Asia), MRCP (UK Part I and II)
Offers
Men’s healthChronic diseaseMental health
Languages: English, Urdu
What it costs.
Men’s health checks, Heart Health Checks, mental health care plans and chronic condition management are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Procedures, medicals and some forms attract a fee, and reception will confirm any cost before your appointment.
Men’s health questions, answered.
Yes. Dr Bhesham Kumar and Dr Sanjay Kumar are male GPs at Warwick Doctors. You can choose any GP when you book.
Allow a longer appointment. Tell reception it is a men’s health check, and bring a list of anything you would like to discuss.
Not usually. Your GP will tell you if a test needs fasting.
It becomes more common with age, often because the prostate enlarges, but it is worth checking with your GP, especially if it is new or getting worse.
Yes. They can be an early sign of heart disease or diabetes, so it is worth seeing your GP. Treatment options are also available.
Get to know what is normal for you, for example after a warm shower. See your GP about any lump, swelling, ache or change.
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Tell reception it is a men’s health check so a longer appointment can be booked.
There is no national screening program for prostate cancer. Your GP will talk with you about the benefits and limits of PSA testing so you can make an informed choice, usually from 50, or earlier with a family history.
Eligible Australians aged 45 to 74 are mailed a free kit every two years. People aged 45 to 49 can request their first kit. Your GP can also help you order one.
A longer GP appointment that looks at your blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes risk, lifestyle and family history to estimate your risk of heart attack and stroke, with a plan to lower it.
Book a GP appointment. Your GP can talk through how you are feeling and arrange a mental health care plan and referral if that would help. If you need to talk now, call MensLine Australia on 1300 78 99 78 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
This page provides general information only and does not replace advice from your GP. In an emergency, call 000.
Look after yourself, too.
Book online in a minute, or call reception on (07) 4527 1070. GP consults are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
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