What we do

Our clinic provides expert medical diagnosis and treatment for people who are living with a long-term lung disease and other medical conditions.

Our Outreach Service offers support and information to people living at home with chronic lung diseases. 

The Respiratory Clinic and Outreach Service (HIP) is part of the suite of services provided by the Health Independence Program (HIP).

What to expect

After your referral has been received and accepted, you will receive a phone call from a respiratory nurse to determine a suitable date and time for your first appointment with the respiratory doctor. They will also determine if you require any clinical tests prior to this first appointment.

Once the appointment is made, a pharmacist will phone you to discuss any medications you may take. They can contact your chemist if there are any questions.

Your first appointment with the respiratory doctor will likely take up to 45 minutes. Many patients will require more than one appointment.

If you already have a respiratory doctor, you may benefit from a home visit by the respiratory nurse who will offer information, education and supports to help you manage your lung disease. 

What to bring

When you come to hospital for your appointment, you need to bring:

• Medicare card
• Your inhaler/puffer and any medication that you may be taking

Related services

• Respiratory and sleep medicine

  We provide care to people with lung conditions and sleep disorders.

• Older people's assessment

  We support people to make decisions about the kind of care that they need when they are having difficulty having managing at home without assistance.

• Aged care

  We provide specialised assessment and medical care for older people at hospital, at their home or their residential facility.

• Helping you stay active & well at home

  We work with you to improve your health and help you manage everyday tasks to improve your quality of life.

Referrals

For patients

You will need a referral from your GP or specialist to access the HIP (Health Independence Program) Respiratory Clinic.

For health professionals

Find out more about referring your patient to our Respiratory Clinic and Outreach Service (HIP) .

Wait time

The current wait time for this service is:

• up to 1 month for a home visit by the respiratory nurse
• up to 3 months for a clinic appointment.

Contact us

Respiratory Clinic and Outreach Service (HIP)

Phone: 03 9496 3057

Open hours: Monday to Friday from 8.00am to 4.30pm (excluding public holidays)

Location

Health and Rehabilitation Centre
Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital
Edwin Street, Gate 5
Ivanhoe VIC

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