Anadan Telehealth Clinic
Ana Matthews | Nurse Practitioner
I am a highly skilled Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. My practice is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible primary care with a focus on supporting the health and wellbeing of my patients through evidence-based clinical management.
As a Nurse Practitioner, I provide an advanced level of care and I am authorized to:
Conduct comprehensive health assessments and clinical diagnoses.
Prescribe medications and manage ongoing treatments.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including pathology and radiology.
Provide referrals to medical specialists and other healthcare providers.
Service Model & Bulk-Billing
I am committed to improving healthcare access for the community through a flexible and patient-centered model:
Pop-Up Clinic: I host a face-to-face pop-up clinic at the Curra Community Hall every Monday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Bulk-Billing: All consultations are 100% bulk-billed for Medicare card holders, ensuring no out-of-pocket costs for your healthcare.
Telehealth Integration: To make ongoing care easier, patients who have completed an initial face-to-face consultation are eligible for telephone appointments for the following 12 months.
Areas of Interest
Weight Loss & Management: Providing clinical support and management strategies for sustainable weight loss.
Geriatric Care: Specialized support for healthy aging and the complex needs of seniors.
Chronic Disease Management: Developing tailored plans for long-term conditions like diabetes, heart health, and respiratory issues.
Preventative Health: Education and screening to help prevent illness before it starts.
Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner – Flinders University
SCOPE Accredited – World Obesity Federation
Post-Graduate Certificate in Applied Gerontology – Flinders University
Masters of Nursing (Registered Nurse) – The University of Queensland