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Small cuts that may need stitches, splinters, ingrown toenails, small burns, abscesses and wound checks.
- Same-day appointments when available
- Walk-ins accommodated where possible
Minor procedures in Warwick QLD. Minor procedures,close to home.
Wound repair and suturing, abscess drainage, ingrown toenail surgery, foreign body removal including the ear, and burns dressings, in our treatment room on Albion Street.
On-site treatment room
Bulk billed GP consults
Minor procedures in our treatment room.
Choose a procedure to see what is involved.
Wound repair and suturing
Your GP cleans the wound, numbs the area with local anaesthetic and closes it with stitches, skin glue or adhesive strips depending on the cut.
What it involves
- Tetanus vaccination checked
- Dressing and aftercare instructions
Things to know
- Come in as soon as possible after the injury
- Stitches usually stay in for 5 to 14 days
Billing: The consult is bulk billed for eligible patients. Procedures and dressings may attract a fee.
Abscess drainage
Under local anaesthetic, a small cut is made to drain the abscess. The cavity is cleaned and dressed, and antibiotics may be prescribed if needed.
What it involves
- Quick relief of pressure for most people
- Dressing changes arranged
Things to know
- Fever or spreading redness needs prompt care
- Some abscesses need follow-up visits
Billing: The consult is bulk billed for eligible patients. Procedures may attract a fee.
Ingrown toenail surgery
Under a local anaesthetic block, the ingrown edge of the nail is removed. A chemical may be applied to the nail bed to stop that edge growing back.
What it involves
- Walk out the same day
- Wear open or roomy shoes afterwards
Things to know
- Mild soreness for a few days
- Keep the toe clean and dry as advised
Billing: Procedures attract a fee. Reception will confirm the cost before your appointment.
Foreign body removal
Removal of splinters, glass, fish hooks and objects stuck in the skin, and objects in the ear, such as beads or insects, with the right instruments and care.
What it involves
- Gentle approach for children
- Ear syringing for wax where suitable
Things to know
- Do not push objects further into the ear
- Objects in the eye, or swallowed batteries, need urgent care: call 000
Billing: The consult is bulk billed for eligible patients. Procedures may attract a fee.
Burns dressings
Assessment of the burn, cleaning and specialised dressings, with regular dressing changes in the clinic while it heals.
What it involves
- First aid: cool the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes
- Our nurse can help with dressing changes
Things to know
- Large, deep or electrical burns, or burns to the face, hands, genitals or airway, need emergency care: call 000
- Do not use ice, butter or creams on a fresh burn
Billing: The consult is bulk billed for eligible patients. Dressings may attract a fee.
GP, or emergency?
A general guide. If you are unsure, call 000 or healthdirect on 1800 022 222.
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Call 000
Bleeding that will not stop with firm pressure, large or deep burns, burns to the airway, swallowed button batteries or magnets, or any serious injury.
- Stay with the person
- Follow the operator’s advice
First aid at home
Apply firm pressure to bleeding, cool burns under running water for 20 minutes, and cover wounds with a clean dressing until you are seen.
- Keep a first aid kit at home
- Check tetanus vaccination is up to date
Ready when you are
Need a procedure? Book with a GP.
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
Your procedure, step by step.
Before you come in
Let reception know what the procedure is for. Tell your GP about blood thinners, allergies and any medical conditions. Eat as normal unless told otherwise.
Your GP assesses the problem and explains the procedure, what to expect and any costs.
The area is numbed so you feel pressure rather than pain.
Most minor procedures take 10 to 30 minutes in our treatment room.
You go home with dressing instructions, and a follow-up is booked for wound checks or stitch removal.
Good to know.
More detail on common questions. Open a topic to read more.
Keep the wound clean and dry for the first day or two unless told otherwise, change dressings as advised, and watch for increasing pain, redness, swelling, heat or discharge.
A tetanus booster may be recommended after a wound if it has been more than five or ten years since your last dose, depending on the wound. Your GP will check your record.
Cut nails straight across, not too short, and wear shoes with enough room for your toes. Keep feet clean and dry.
Our team takes a gentle approach with younger patients. Bring a comfort item, and let us know if your child is anxious so we can plan the visit.
Tell your GP if you take blood thinning medicines, as some procedures need extra planning. Do not stop any medicine without advice.
Large, deep or heavily bleeding wounds, serious burns, or injuries with numbness or loss of movement need emergency care. Call 000.
When to book.
Book an appointment if any of these apply to you.
- A cut may need stitches or skin glue
- A painful, swollen lump may be an abscess
- An ingrown toenail keeps coming back
- Something is stuck in the skin or ear
- A minor burn needs dressing
- Stitches are due to come out
Book your appointment
Need a procedure? Book with a GP.
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 minor procedures.
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
Wound repair and suturingAbscess drainageIngrown toenail surgeryForeign body removalBurns dressings
Languages: English
Dr Anum Uzair
MBBS, MRCGP, MCPS
Offers
Wound repair and suturingAbscess drainageBurns dressingsCryotherapy
Languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi
Dr Rabab Askari
MBBS, MRGP (Int’l South Asia), MRCP (UK Part I and II)
Offers
Wound repair and suturingAbscess drainageBurns dressingsCryotherapy
Languages: English, Urdu
Dr Sanjay Kumar
MBBS, MRCGP [INT] South Asia
Offers
Wound repair and suturingBurns dressings
Languages: English, Urdu, Sindhi
Dr Pakeeza Salman
MBBS, MRCGP, MCPS
Offers
Foreign body removalBurns dressings
Languages: English, Hindi, Urdu
What it costs.
The GP consultation is bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Procedures, dressings and consumables may attract a fee, and reception will confirm the cost before your appointment.
Minor procedure questions, answered.
Call reception straight away. We will try to see you as soon as possible. For serious bleeding or injuries, call 000.
Local anaesthetic is used to numb the area, so most people feel pressure rather than pain during the procedure.
Usually after 5 to 14 days, depending on where they are. Your GP will book a time for removal.
Yes, in many cases. Do not try to remove it yourself. If a button battery may be involved, call 000 straight away.
The GP consult is bulk billed for eligible patients. Procedures and dressings may attract a fee, confirmed before your appointment.
This page provides general information only and does not replace advice from your GP. In an emergency, call 000.
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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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