Masterclass at Mater Imaging..... previous experience at…read moreNorth Shore Imaging....sadly sub-standard to be precise.....Mater totally professional from both Medical and Office Staff positions....Civil, Knowledgable, No Pretentious Behaviour. ALL in ALL a totally Superior Experience at Mater.....have had four hip surgeries at Mater....why did I venture to sub-standard North Shore Imaging I ask myself? So I am speaking totally from experience with a subtle message to North Shore Imaging Front Desk.....

Thinking of having a baby? Well this is the place to have it (from a guy's perspective that is)…read more And, if I had my time again, it's probably where I would like to be born. There are rooms where partners can stay with new born, the food is good (yes, I did steal the odd morsel from the plate of my recovering wife), and the nurses and general staff are informative, caring and helpful. Mum can attend a swag of classes while she is held up there: baby washing, breast feeding, managing baby sleep, etc. The hospital itself is clean and modern with a couple of coffee shops too. One of the highlights that the maternity ward puts on is a twice a week High Tea for visiting families to spend time with mum and baby. It's a smorgasbord of cakes, pastries finger sandwiches and hot canapés with decent coffee and tea served on china. Best of all, on your last night you can have a date night and leave the hospital while baby is looked after by one of the midwives in the nursery. Tip: If you don't like the room you are in, ask if there is a better one. Chances are that (especially if you are polite to the nurses and staff), you will get a better one once someone has checked out.

Here I am, promising that I'll never post health related reviews and doing it again!…read more I'll keep it short. This is a professional, friendly, large sports medicine clinic. They have surgeon specialists (who handle knees and things like that), as well as physios, podiatrists, massage therapists, and pilates instructors. The physio room is very big, and there are private curtain areas as well as a big open space. It's quite a social experience - when you're seeing a physio there are often plenty of other patients around to chat to (because, let's face it, physio exercises are really boring). There's a parking area at the back, although it's really confusing which spaces are for Balmain Sports and which places are for the other businesses in the complex. I was yelled at for parking in the wrong spot, but I lived to tell the tale, so it wasn't so bad.

Despite being a local and trying to support a local business, I cannot condone the 'attitude' that…read moreseems to come from some of the larger established business' in the Balmain/Rozelle area. I've previously had excellent remedial massage from a provider at this clinic (Aaron Pidgeon) but a 90 minute session was somewhat spoilt by issues with payment and the multitude of HICAPS/EFTPOS systems in use at the centre. Initially my health fund card was declined. "You mustn't have those extras", "Maybe there is a problem with the provider " etc, etc. No and No. Then my EFT card was declined - "Perhaps you don't have enough funds in the account" , "Maybe there is something wrong with your card" Nope, plenty of cash there, and the card worked at the servo next door just 2 hours ago. Could it be a problem with the machine you're using, I asked? "Absolutely not, there are no problems with the systems here" was the reply from one of the front desk people, despite a somewhat uncertain look from her colleague. Eventually, the EFT was sorted and all was well, leaving me to wonder what the point of advertising HICAPS as a service was if it didn't work. My health fund (NIB) were great and accepted the claim over the phone no problem. Fast forward several months, and my lovely wife had success in making a late notice, same day appointment for me. After being asked her preference for an early or late slot, she was told "sorry, there is only one appointment after all, a late slot". No problem there as I was happy to get in same day. The receptionist she spoke to then said to call back if there were any problems. Several hours later, things happened as they tend to do and I annoyingly couldn't make the appointment. I called to cancel, and was condescendingly told that given I had provided less than 24 hours notice of a cancellation I was liable for a cancellation fee! WHAT THE? I didn't even have the appointment 6 hours ago, let alone a whole 24! Of course, because it was my 'first cancellation' (offence?) I was allowed off with a stern talking to. My point about my wife not being told of a strict cancellation policy when she initially made the appointment appeared to be entirely moot. As I prefer to keep my health care and my condescension separate, at least when the latter is delivered by the front office staff and not the medicos, I won't be back.

I started going to Physiosense after being disappointed with the service of my previous…read morephysiotherapist. I can honestly say that Jason is fantastic. Very friendly, personable and knowledgeable. Furthermore, he really listens and treats very effectively. I first came in with an insufferable migraine and Jason fixed me straight away. Donna, who is stationed at the front desk, is very friendly and always happy to help. There is a real sense of community in the practice which is a nice contrast to the more impersonal approach of some physiotherapy practices. All in all, a great local practice and one to go visit and support in our local community.

I knew I needed to see a physio when I couldn't turn my neck so I could look over my shoulder and…read morethat twinge that I felt in my elbow wasn't going away like I'd hoped by ignoring it and drinking a lot of tequila. So I called up these guys and got an appointment the same afternoon with Simon. Walked in nearly in tears and left being able to turn my head! Simon worked wonders and considering a few days later I was bound to get on a plane and travel half way around the world he gave me some pointers and tips of how to relax the muscles myself and how to try to avoid stressing them some more sleeping on a plane, etc. Miracle worker? Yes, yes he is. I still see him at the moment weekly in the hopes that the flare up will die down soon enough. For a physio that's local and knows his stuff, I'd totally recommend these guys.

A great establishment if you ever need to see a GP. They still bulk bill, although they never used…read moreto charge a $40 gap; only recently they have done this. A modern, clean and sterile healthcare facility owned by Primary Health Care. You would be forgiven for thinking that you are being treated at a small private hospital. The lounges in the waiting area is comfortable and inviting, and their on-site x-ray and pathology facilities are pretty good. It is great to be able to have these pivotal tests done at the one place. You do not generally have to wait for too long; unless you turn up immediately after work during a weekday or at lunchtimes during the week; other times including weekends are the best times to come here. The Doctors are fairly good; although the consultations with a couple of them could go for a little longer. It is great they ring you to come in if your test results aren't that great; and also if a Doctor promises you that they will send you something; they honour their word and do this without fail. Definitely a great medical centre for when it is needed.

Just because they have only one doctor they don't want to do over time by taking 1 more sick person…read more.. What a great NSW doctor service ... How about if this happened to your family member?

Amazing and highly skilled chiropractor. I have been going to chiropractor for about six years, and…read morecan honestly say that their level of compassion, professionalism and dedication to a holistic approach to healing is unsurpassed.

Prince of Wales, Endoscopy at the Billington Centre: I'm guessing it's pretty obvious what you'd be…read moregoing to this particular department for and, yes, you need a referral from your gp. My visit here was very positive! The directions were easy to follow but if you need assistance finding your way, every staff member is happy to help you and very friendly. From the Barker Street entrance just follow the purple path to the elevator, go to the 2nd floor and continue on until you see the sign that says Billington Centre. Easy peasy. Sheree schedules appointments and also checks you in upon arrival. Due to Covid, scheduling was dramatically impacted so I'm guessing Sheree fielded lots of frantic or distressed people wanting to know when they could schedule their procedure. Sheree is friendly and professional and helpful and calm(!). I applaud her and thank her! This unit has several nurses and members of staff, all kind and friendly. Stephen Butler!!! I don't know if I kept him laughing or if he kept me laughing but, I can not thank him enough for his professionalism, friendliness, too. Gareth and Stephen have a fantastic rapport with each other and it radiates to everyone else. Gareth gave me my post-procedure information and instructions, also answered my questions and another friendly face of this unit. Dr Sorayya is the anaesthetists' intern who explained everything, what to expect, and answered all my questions. Naturally, each member of this well coordinated team followed up with me afterwards, making sure I was doing alright. I was pleasantly surprised to have a follow up phone call from Stephen the day after my procedure. The teamwork and professionalism exhibited deserve kudos to every member of this team and of the unit as well as the Billington Centre. Turns what might be an unpleasant experience into a better experience. Thank you Billington Centre and even bigger thank you to Stephen Butler and Gareth (nurses), Sheree and Sorayya.

Is it legit if I review this joint as a visitor, not a patient? Because I'm going for it man. I'm…read morefreaking going for it. One of my very close friends (hi Sal!) just punched out a baby (hi Raphael!) and, until I can find him a red eyemask and a pair of sai as a welcome to the world gift, I swung by P.O.W. Private for a visit. For such a monolithic complex it's remarkably easy & straightforward to park, navigate and get where you're going. From car to kisses was about 3 minutes, with a 1 minute break to help a blind man out the front of the sliding doors find a bench to sit down on. The rooms are clean, well-appointed, the nurses nicely starched, and everything had an air of well-looked-after-ness. In place of the jello and custard my patient event had a fresh chicken salad sitting in her food table - hospital vittles have come a long way. Even got to see a bit of boob in the new baby feeding room. Of course, I'm sure they're paying for the privilege, but still. Schmick.

Was referred here with a minor eye infection. The place looked untidy which was worrying…read moreconsidering that they work with eyes. Nurses were quick but the wait for the doctor was on average 2-3 hours. Patients were tired and restless, audibly muttering in discontent. I made sure to follow suit. The doctor was quick and efficient though to get the results I'm going to have to come in and go through the entire process all over again.