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No. We have comprehensive nutritional, naturopathic herbal and traditional Chinese medicine herbal dispensaries. All medicines are dispensed on the premises.

Charges are settled on the day of appointment. We accept cash and eftpos payments, but not American Express, Diners Club or personal cheques. HICAPS is available for private health insurance claiming.

All of our practitioners have provider numbers and depending on your level of cover you are able to claim consultations at the time of your appointment through HICAPS. If your health fund does not participate in HICAPS we can provide you with a receipt for in person claiming. We cannot estimate the type of refund you will get as it is dependent on the type and level of cover you have. A quick call to your health insurance provider will give you the answer.

Medicare rebates are available for suitable candidates for Osteopathy appointments. Patients require a referral from their GP to be eligible for Medicare rebates.

recommend acupuncture weekly for the first twelve weeks of pregnancy and your naturopath will prescribe herbs and nutrients appropriate to supporting the increasingly high requirements of pregnancy. During this time we apply strategies to reduce the chance of miscarriage, treat issues arising from pregnancy such as morning sickness, anxiety, constipation and other health complaints. Support during this time is paramount for coping with worries and research has shown that women who receive more support generally have better outcomes.

In the last trimester we help your body prepare and be ready for a natural labour (including turning breech babies and inducing late babies), birth recovery and breast feeding. By this stage many of our patients are seeking further support from osteopathy and massage to help their body cope with the increasing load.

During pregnancy your practitioner will recommend a schedule of visits appropriate to your needs.

You will find a complete list of our fees here!

Easy 2 hour metered parking is available around the Fitzroy gardens and plenty of 1 hour parking is also available on Albert Street and adjacent streets. Please note that there are morning and evenings clearways on Albert Street so check the signs carefully. You can download the PayStay App for convenient payment and sms meter expiry reminders. Longer term parking is available within walking distance on Victoria Parade, Wilson’s Parking and Tribeca Parking on Albert Street.