Re-posting for Elle,
Hi guys,
I am currently situated in Brisbane and was diagnosed with Fibro last August. I am not getting any help for it with Centrelink not...
Penny L. replied:
Dr Norman Hohl Gold Coast, one of the best GPS (an known for it) on the coast, I was diagnosed with fibro, turns out I had a hole my heart..... had it closed 3 years ago, my recovery has been amazing !! look a little further there are alot of diseases and problems that can mimic Fibro... Good Luck, keep trying:)
Kaz F. replied:
For pain management I see Dr Watson at Sunnybank specialist centre. He is a muscular skeletal specialist and he specialises in fibromyalgia and gives lectures. When it was even too painful to wash up, he used a combination of manipulation, cortisone injections and acupuncture. I'd recommend him to anyone.
FIBROMYALGIA A. replied:
Dr Louise McCormack or Dr Peter Landsberg at Greenslopes, same clinic and I travel from Rockhampton <3 Jacqui
Tara C. replied:
Dr Malcolm Ash at Toowong Village Medical Centre, Fantastic with Fibro, he doesn't do "vaginas" being a big flamboyant gay man, but he takes as long as you need, takes the time it takes, can run very late but will never rush you and is experienced. Also never batted an eye at my lying on the floor for consults when sitting hurt too much.
Jacinta C. replied:
Have pm my friend will post back when I hear from her . Centrelink is tricky because you have to meet a 20 point scale . I thinks it's 20 ... And try go off what your Drs write on their form . There is a great dr at deception bay dr Fitzgerald 3203 2644 only thing is she doesn't bulk bill and works only certain hours she is very thorough and the one I'm seeing now due to not being able to go to her often when she doesn't bulk bill is dr Salamat Morayfield medical and dental . Its a walk on clinic and u just sit and wait . He's also very thorough but with auto immune etc so hard to diagnose, hope you can find one that can help hon, know what it's like xo
Tania W. replied:
Whoops! www.painmanagement.org.au
Ruth M. replied:
I fly from Townsville to see Dr Louise McCormack at Greenslopes.
Yasmin C. replied:
There are no Rheumatologists that specialise in Fibromyalgia in Brisbane unfortunately and it will take months to years to see one publicly. I had to wait 5 months to see any Rheumatologist privately (I rang every one in Brissie). The two Rheumatologists that I have seen privately in Brisbane don't seem to be up to date with the research/causes of Fibromyalgia. Dr Helen Broom is a great, holistic GP (Tyack Health-Manly) that is understanding but a lot of her suggestions can be costly and complementary medicine based
Julie S. replied:
Im in Norman Park also and my Dr Anna Mcelrea from Greenslopes Family Practice has just put in a referral to the RBW Hospita for mel to see a Rheumatologist and for pain management
Sharon T. replied:
Dr Ryan Aspley medical centre. I have had FM over 20 years he has been my doctor for nearly 15 years he doesnt give prescription drugs like oxy and endone he has specialised in FM/CFS Chemical sensativtes and most GPs who think FM is a crock dont really like him because he believes his patients and can pretty much tell you what your deficent in by your symptoms and then shows you he is right after blood tests lol He treats as Naturally as he can and he really does know his stuff. PM if you like otherwise Good Luck xx
Valerie J. replied:
if you are willing to drive to the gold coast my specialist is Dr Sharma. he is brilliant. Worth the drive
Kerrie posts,
Hi, My daughter has been in pain for over two years. We have been to one doctor after another and still no diagnosis. Our latest Dr said possibly fibro or...
Janine V. replied:
Try Dr. Ken Cameron....he has a pain clinic on the Gold Coast - I know it is a distance to go from Brisbane, but he has a team specialising in Fibro...they can help.
Janene F. replied:
Dr. Devereaux rheumatologist Sunny bank lovely guy easy to talk too.
Erynn T. replied:
Karen Towers
Andy V. replied:
Dr Richard Beatty manly west he is great
Myra I. replied:
Dr Gary Deed at Cooparoo specialises in Fibro. His phone number is 3421 7488
Margaret T. replied:
Dr Gary Deed Coorparoo medical doctor and uses natural medicine approaches. I really like him seems to know what he is about.
Margaret T. replied:
Also saw Dr Philip Watson Muscularskeletal specialist at Sunnybank he is actually the doctor who diagnosed me!
Megan J. replied:
Hi kerrie, I'm sorry to hear about your daughter. I was diagnosed at 19 and it's pretty hard to adjust. May I suggest possibly having a read od my blog? It may help you and your daughter in some way xo http://www.well-inspiredfitness.com.au/#!blog/c1 xei
Daz D. replied:
Ulli Ebert who is the Dr near Byron Bay please
Beth S. replied:
Dr Gary Deed at Coorparoo diagnosed me. He was very good!
Kerry posts,
Hello everyone, I was wondering if anyone can recommend a qualified Rheumotologist that specialises in a new diagnosis of fibro.It's been 5 years of doctor...
Jill I. replied:
What about a pain specialist who could make the diagnosis? I would highly reccomend Dr. Clayton Thomas at The Victorian Rehabilitation Center! http://www.thevictorianrehabilitationcentre.com.au/index.php/our-specialists/
Elke M. replied:
I see Dr Lionel Schachna. He is the head of Rheumertology at the Austen. He is in Heidelberg and diagnosed me. He is very nice and looks at the whole picture: symptoms bloods etc. I'm from bendigo too.
Ulli E. replied:
Dr lefkovits 15 Collins street Melbourne. 03 9654 5925 . He bulk bills. I don't know how good he is but he diagnosis and helped me to get onto the disability pension. He did the same for a friend of mine. A naturopath helped me most with diet super foods and supplements. Good luck
Dani R. replied:
I have newly been diagnosed after about 10 years of symptoms. New GP has been a godsend and sent me to Yvonne Pun in Box Hill. Not sure if that is too far for you to go but she was great for me. Good luck.
Colleen D. replied:
Dr Tim Woodruff Mt Waverly
Ruth M. replied:
Dr Marion Miller in Victoria Pde East Melbourne is a rheumatologist who see a lot of Fms patients including myself.
Lucinda posts,
Good morning
Recommendation of a rheumatologist in Qld. Preferably Brisbane. But will go anywhere for some really good advice and diagnoses.
Thank you...
Bec O. replied:
This is my Dr. He is awesome. I spent 3 Years trying to get a diagnosis and this guy was amazing. http://www.brisbanejointhealth.com.au/ Dr chin
Clare P. replied:
I second Arthritis Care in Dutton Park. I see Louise McCormack and she's been very good to me. She's up to date on fibromyalgia and knows it DOES exist
Megan C. replied:
Dr Peter Robinson at the Royal Brisbane & Womans Hospital is awesome
Teagan A. replied:
I see Dr Klestov. He is amazing!!! www.rheumatology.net.au/
Lucy H. replied:
Dr.Sonja Nagel 20 Isabel street Toowoomba Ph..46130549 Need a referal
Anonymous posts
My whole body aches due to recent mental and physical stress in my life. I have got very bad fatigue. Life sucks. I have beautiful 5 months old son to...
Frankie D. replied:
CoQ10 Enzyme. There's been research to show improvement in fibro patients taking 300 mg per day for 40 days, then reduce to 150 mg per day. It's quite expensive unless you know where to get it cheap. I've found cheapest is Pure Vitamins (online) or Wizard Warehouse pharmacy. Please hold on. It won't always been this bad x http://www.purevitamins.com.au/coenzyme-q10-150 mg.htmlhttp://www.nyrnaturalnews.com/pain-2/2013/04/studies-show-benefit-of-coq10-in-fibromyalgia/
Re-posting for Tash,
I am wondering if anyone knows of a doctor in Newcastle that can help me be diagnosed. My local GP is of no use what so ever. TIA
Laura O. replied:
Actually the ARRC Seminar is on at Wests Mayfield@6:30 pm Thurs 28 th March. Cost $10. Topics: FM and later Scleroderma. Book by phoning Janine on 49 214095.
Laura O. replied:
Btw I also see Dr Jeremy Coleman (immunologist) who has gone out of his way to keep trying things to help me. I am much better than when I first started with him. I was initially dx by Dr David Mathers. He also works with Dr Van Der Kallen. Both are rheumatologists.
Have had 4 different drs diagnose. Dr Bennett and Dr Pryzbylski at Adamstown clinic. Pryzbylski is brilliant. Specialists are Dr Coleman immunologist and allergist and Dr Boyle immunologist at Newcastle Centre JHH. Have heard Mark Toh at Merewether is also good
Danielle S. replied:
Dr Donahue in Sydney is a Fibromyalgia expert if you can get to sydney.... you need multi modal treatment protocols including diet, anxiety management, pain therapy, hormonal and vitamin supplement therapy. Don't waste your time with a ANY GP they are all useless. And do your own research. So many fibro sufferers just sit around and suffer. Don't! There is HEAPS of information on the internet which can help you formulate your own management plan. Good luck!
Cassie S. replied:
Dr Coleman is pretty good in Newcastle
Cassie S. replied:
Dr Toh at Merewether is fantastic. He specialises in FM and is completely understanding. My life had changed so much for the better since seeing him. His reception is lovely and they can also get me a same day appointment if I am really bad. He is open to all suggestions and listens. I can't rate him enough!!!!
Katie-Louise posts
Hey guys anyone know doctors in N.S.W. My postcode is 2577 i need a doctor that can diagnose fibromyalgia my doctor agrees i have it but can't do the...
Melissa L. replied:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1794529/#!po=0.387597 This one is a lengthy read but had some interesting information on studies done. It always surprises me that they find definitive results with these tests, yet nobody goes any further with working on a diagnostic test that is viable.
Geoff S. replied:
Try to get referred to the Rhuematology Clinic in Liverpool Hospital
Amanda N. replied:
i see Dr Hasset whom is now at Liverpool Hospital .. reccomend her highly . have been seeing for 7 years. A doctor whom listens.
Bec O. replied:
Dr Roman Jawarski in Wollongong... he is amazing... he is a Rheumatologist. .. he also does katamine infusion tretments
Nicole L. replied:
I go a rheumatologist in Liverpool. Dr Denise Tong. She's really good
Cass H. replied:
Try Dr Jane Bleasel At RPA in sydney, She has just diagnosed me:) you will need a referral from your GP
Danielle D. replied:
Hi Katie-Louise. I live in the same post code as you. Doctor Karen Colpo at winter gardens diagnosed me but not with 1 particular test and isn't great with helping treatments. I've heard the doctors in Bowral across from the tyre place, I think the doctors centre is called Eastwood?, specialise in pain management so I'm thinking if trying them. If you would like a local friend to talk to feel free to add me as a friend:-). Hope this is helpful
Kylie Y. replied:
I saw dr Andrew Jordan in Liverpool - he was really nice.
Lauren T. replied:
Dr Tjeuw is at Randwick near the Childrens hospital. A referral is needed and he is fantastic. As mentioned above he does tests to rule out other things
Julie posts,
Can someone please give me the name and phone number of any doctor who believes fibromyalgia is real on the north side of Brisbane PLEASE? My gp just sends...
Lill K. replied:
Dr Adrian Wong at Strathpine Super GP clinic. They bulk bill there too 34800111
Merilyn C. replied:
there is also a Musculo Skeletal Specialist at Park Road Milton who is excellent - Dr Craig....hope you get help soon...
Penny G. replied:
Dr Michael DONNELLY: Narangba DRS ~ Young Road ~ Narangba 38868812
Tania W. replied:
I am on Bribie and see Dr Rahul Vaid. Or get referral to a rheumatologist. I went to Dr Laurel Young at Redcliffe. Now seeing a rheumatologist at Caboolture Hospital...waiting is the worst...
Marcella H. replied:
Dr John Ryan at Aspley medical centre . Sorry can't find no. He doesn't bulk bill.
Dhana M. replied:
I hope you can find someone. There is Dr Gary Deed at Coorparoo. He's South Brisbane though. xo
Sheree V. replied:
I see Dr Clair Ferraire at Narangba doctors. She is fantastic! I have been seeing her for nearly 3 years. I see her on a weekly basis so she can monitor me regularly.... She was the only dr who would try B12 injections to help my condition...... She is such a caring doctor... Good luck
Juliane posts,
Can someone please recommend a doctor on the northside of brisbane who can help me my fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue . Thanks
Sandra M. replied:
I see Dr Debra Day. She works at Clontarf Clinic, Maine Rd Clontarf. Phone number of the surgery is 32838144. My Rheum doctor is Dr C Barrett I see her at outpatients Redcliffe Hospital. It may pay to ring the surgery as I don't know if she is taking new patients. Unfortunately a lot of doctors on the peninsula aren't, with the exception of the medical centres. I have been seeing Dr Day for quite a few years now. My initial diagnosis was RA, and fibro came into play around March this year. She is very good with pain relief. Dr Day and Dr Barrett's communication is also very good. Hope you find someone to help you.:)
Penny G. replied:
Dr Micheal Donnelly at Narangba Doctors is amazing
Jane G. replied:
I have seen Dr Claire Barrett at Redcliffe at her private practice - Suite 2, 93 Marine Parade REDCLIFFE QLD Tel: 07 3284 5035. She diagnosed me with fibromyalgia and is very informative.
Jane G. replied:
I notice that Sandra said she has been to Dr Deborah Day at Redcliffe. I too was her patient for quite some time. But personally I wouldn't recommend her.
Veronica's post
Hi everyone.
This is the first time that I post something here and I need some advice from you guys. I am from overseas but currently living in Sydney...
Brooke D. replied:
Dr Jane Hunt at Holsworth House in Darlinghurst
Sonya B. replied:
if depression is an issue..ring Mental Health Line on 1800011511 or if its your general health phone Health Direct on 1800022222
Linda M. replied:
When I lived in Sydney i was very happy with dr Eva Berman in Bondi Junction. She's very compassionate. Good luck.
Michelle G. replied:
I see Dr Paul Bird at Kogerah or Miranda. He's fantastic. There are a few rheumatologists at his practice and they all seem knowledgeable and caring . Good luck Veronica. Xx
Andrea's post
Hello, I live in Ballina NSW and I am seeking an empathetic knowledgeable Doctor nearby. I looked up the one on the list provided on this site excitedly...
Debbie A. replied:
Dr Paul Payton at Burleigh
Christa H. replied:
Dr John Norris GP@The Family Medical Centre Cnr Martin & Tamar Streets Ph6686 0555. He's been my lifesaver.
Above is the link to the list of doctors I was asked about . Would love to know if Dr Norris still practices as he isnt on the wedsite for the clinic.
Andrea Z. replied:
Thank you Christa Hagan I have private messaged you . I visited Dr Norris in Ballina and he is as you say very good it seems so far. Most knowedgable Ive come across and understanding of this condition of any doctor I have met in 11 years in the Ballina area.
Anonymous posts,
Does anyone else suffer badly from thrush. For over 10 years every time I took oral anti-biotics I would get it so badly that my doctor decided to give...
Cheryl S. replied:
All of the above remedies I can endorse- probiotics every single day (Gastro Health or Inner Health- I Prefer the former as it doesn't need refrigeration), acidophilus, and a drink of Yakult every morning are guaranteed.
Elizabeth R. replied:
cut out yeast (bread, etc) and sugar from your diet as Candida loives on that, then get yourself some natural stuff such as "Candida Support" and "acidophilous pearls" I treated myself with these and restricted diet and my IBS and other symptoms completely disappeared within 6 months and have not come back! I've attached links to the products I used. Good luck! http://au.iherb.com/Now-Foods-Candida-Support-90-Veggie-Caps/462
Hi everyone, we have someone looking for a doctor in Townsville. Anyone know of one in the general area who knows about FM. Any info would be a real help.
Thanks guys -...
Kylie F. replied:
Emma Lyster at Bluewater Medical and Acupuncture Centre. She gets me through my FMS. I don't know what I would do without her! And she will likely refer you to the Pain Management Clinic and Maybe Rheumatology..
FIBROMYALGIA A. replied:
I've found some info. The Doc is at monash medical. The link is http://www.pathoutofpain.com.au/contact/html/contact.html Hope this helps x
FIBROMYALGIA A. replied:
Jenny Nash, I also found this site http://www.medibrain.com.au/hospital-programs/live-well-be-well.htm It's in Nth Caulfield
Hi all. Can anyone recommend a good fibro doctor or specialist who practices in Perth WA? My mum needs to see someone who won't belittle her suffering. She's been...
Deni R. replied:
Dr Eugene Ang he has an practice in West Perth 92263228 and Kalamunda 92933022 he is amazing