Chronic Disease Management at Care Point Medical Clinic

Casuarina chronic disease management

At Care Point Medical Clinic, our Chronic Disease Management service is designed to support you in living your best life despite long‑term health conditions. We understand that chronic (“ongoing”) diseases affect not just physical health but emotional wellbeing, daily routine and quality of life and our local GPs, nurses, and allied health providers are here to help every step of the way.

What is Chronic Disease Management

Chronic disease management refers to a holistic, planned approach to treating illnesses that last six months or more (and often much longer), such as:

  • Diabetes

  • Cardiovascular disease (heart disease, hypertension)

  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) / respiratory conditions

  • Asthma

  • Stroke recovery

  • Musculoskeletal conditions

  • Cancer‑related long‑term effects

These conditions often require ongoing monitoring, medication adjustments, lifestyle changes, regular check‑ups, health education, and sometimes working with multiple health professionals.

Why It Matters in Casuarina & How We Help

Living in Casuarina, we know the value of having health services that are accessible, caring, and grounded in the needs of our community. At Care Point:

  • Our GPs in Casuarina are experienced in managing chronic diseases. We offer long consultations so there’s time to listen to your concerns, understand your history, and build a plan that works for you.

  • We are an AGPAL accredited clinic, which means we meet national standards for safety, quality care, and patient‑centred service. Care Point Medical Clinic In Casuarina

  • We offer Health Assessments and Care Plans (bulk billed for eligible patients) so your chronic disease management does not come with unexpected cost burdens. 

Our Chronic Disease Care Process

Our chronic disease care is not just about prescribing medicine, it’s about working together to manage, prevent complications, and improve quality of life. Here’s how:

  1. Initial Assessment
     During your first appointment, we take a detailed medical history, assess your current health status, risk factors (diet, exercise, smoking, family history), and any complications. 
  2. Personalised Care Plan
     Your GP will collaborate with you to prepare a Chronic Disease Management Plan tailored to your health goals. This includes medication review, lifestyle changes (nutrition, activity, sleep), monitoring schedules, and possibly referrals to specialists or allied health (dietitian, physiotherapist, podiatrist etc.). 
  3. Lifestyle & Preventative Care
     Preventative care is central. Identifying risk factors early, encouraging healthy living, regular screening (e.g. for cardiovascular risk, lung function), immunisations, and education so that you are empowered to take control over aspects of your health. 
  4. Ongoing Review and Monitoring
     We schedule regular follow‑ups to check progress, adjust treatment, and monitor for any new issues. If needed, medication may be tweaked; further tests may be ordered; allied health referrals arranged.

  5.  Support & Coordination Where multiple providers are involved (e.g. specialists, allied health), we coordinate care so it remains unified, seamless and centred around your needs. We also help with navigating resources, appointments, and ensuring care is realistic for your life in Casuarina.

Your Role in Chronic Disease Care

You are the most important part of the team. Managing a chronic disease effectively involves you working with us in:

  • following the care plan and attending regular reviews 
  • asking questions and letting us know when things change 
  • making lifestyle choices (nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, stress management) 
  • staying informed about your condition and treatments 

If you live in or around Casuarina and are dealing with a chronic health condition  or if you want preventative care to reduce your risk, please book an appointment with one of our GPs. During this visit we can:

  • establish whether a GP Management Plan is right for you 
  • map out a care plan tailored to your needs 
  • explore referrals to allied health where needed 

You can call us or book online. Let us partner with you in your journey to better health.