Advice from Australians (Canberrans in Particular)

[Terence]

Hi there,

I'm a New Zealander who's just moved to Canberra, Australia. In August 2008 I had my aortic valve and (a portion of) my ascending aorta replaced. They had been damaged by the reactive arthritis I suffer from. My valve is artificial and so I take Warfarin for anti-coagulation.

Back home I was lucky enough to have an amazing GP (family doctor) who helped no end managing my rather complicated health situation.

So far I haven't been able to find a similar doctor here in Canberra and was wondering/hoping on the off chance, whether there were any other Canberrans out there, and if they could recommend a GP who is good, and understands the whole VR thing.

cheers

Terence

 

[surfsparky]

Just wanted to say welcome to Aust! I'm from Melbourne so can't help you with a GP reference, but hope you find one like your NZ one...they are worth their weight in gold!

 

[ALCapshaw2]

Welcome Aboard Terence!

We have several Aussies amongst our membership, but I don't recall seeing any from Canberra in my several years reading these forums.

Good Luck in your Quest to find another knowledgable and understanding Primary Care Physician!

'AL Capshaw'

 

[nngbwh]

Just want to say Hi and welcome you aboard. I am sure you will find the right doctor. Be patience.

 

[OldManEmu]

Terence welcome to VR.
As I am in Melbourne I can't provide any suggestion on Canberra surgeons.
Find out what the federal politicians do and you can't go wrong.
They will only do what is best for them, and they have an army of staff to do their research for any type of surgery.

 

[Luckyguy17]

Terence,

welcome to the forum and good luck with your quest for competent GP in Canberra