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Practice for sale formEndometriosis affects one in nine Australian women, leading to chronic pelvic pain, fertility challenges, and other complex health issues. Despite how common endometriosis is, women often face an average wait of seven years for a diagnosis. The Endometriosis Clinic in Mittagong, funded by South Western Sydney PHN, aims to change this by providing accessible, specialised care for women in the Southern Highlands who are managing endometriosis and related pelvic pain.
About the clinic
The Mittagong Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic delivers personalised care from a team of specialists who understand this complex condition. Run by The Women’s Health Centre Southern Highlands, the clinic provides direct access to comprehensive care and treatment options, offering:
- Faster diagnosis
As a service of The Women’s Health Centre, the clinic streamlines the diagnosis process. This allows patients to receive quicker assessments and move forward with tailored care. - Quick access to assessments and referrals
Women experiencing endometriosis symptoms can quickly access the clinic’s full range of assessments, consultations, and referrals. Specialists and other relevant services are available to ensure each patient receives the best care and support. - Tailored treatment plans based on each woman’s needs
The clinic recognises each woman’s unique experience with endometriosis. It clinic creates personalised treatment plans tailored to individual symptoms, health goals, and lifestyle needs.
How to make an appointment
To book an appointment at the Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic in Mittagong call The Women’s Health Centre on 4880 1686. No referral is required to attend the clinic.
For more information, including services and clinic details, visit their website.
Background
The National Endometriosis Action Plan is establishing 20 endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics across Australia, including The Women’s Health Centre Southern Highlands in Mittagong. These clinics aim to improve awareness, education, diagnosis, treatment, and research for endometriosis. Consequently, they provide earlier diagnosis, better treatment options, and clear care pathways. Ultimately, this investment benefits not only women, girls, and others with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain but also their families, partners, and carers.
With funding over the next four years, the clinic will be able to support hiring specialised staff, including nurse practitioners and allied health professionals. Additionally, the investment will go towards equipment, such as pelvic physiotherapy areas, as well as resources, training and development.
The clinics will also raise awareness of endometriosis and pelvic pain, build professional knowledge and skills in this area, and improve access to information and care pathways.