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1. How can I book an appointment with Dr Ganesh?
Booking an appointment with Dr Ganesh is straightforward. The first step is to obtain a referral from your GP or specialist. We recommend emailing a copy of the referral to us (referral@specialistpainclinic.com.au) for expedited processing.
2. What happens after I provide the referral?
Once we receive your referral, we will text you to acknowledge receipt and provide details on how to request further correspondence from the Specialist Pain Clinic. You will receive a welcome letter, a privacy form, and our new patient questionnaire by mail. However, to expedite this process, you can send us a request via email to: referral@specialistpainclinic.com.au
After completing these forms, please return them via email or by post.
The Specialist Pain Clinic does not have a permanent clinic location for you to deliver your completed forms in person. If you are having trouble returning your forms, please get in touch with us on 0423 333 176 or by text.
3. How soon can I expect an appointment after submitting the forms?
Once we’ve received and reviewed your completed questionnaire, we will contact you to schedule or discuss an appointment. We aim to schedule initial appointments within 1 week, or as soon as possible, at one of our clinic locations.
4. What types of patients does Dr Ganesh see?
Dr Ganesh only sees patients with private insurance that covers in-hospital pain management procedures (active hospital cover), Workers' compensation, Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA), Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVA), and Insurance Commission of WA (ICWA).
5. Does Dr Ganesh prescribe opioids or medicinal cannabis for pain management?
No, Dr. Ganesh does not recommend or support the use of harmful opioids, including - Fentanyl, Oxycodone products (Oxynorm, Oxycontin, Targin), Methadone, Hydromorphone, Morphine, codeine products (Panadeine, Mersyndol, Codeine) or high dose atypical opioids [Total dose of Tapentadol more than 200mg daily, Tramadol more than 300mg daily, or Buprenorphine more than 60mg daily]. Dr Ganesh does not recommend or prescribe medicinal cannabis for non-cancerous pain conditions. Any requests for an opioid medication review or medicinal cannabis will be denied.
6.Does Dr Ganesh assess capacity to work or return to work?
No, Dr Ganesh does not assess or advise on a patient’s capacity to work, return to work, and/or work restrictions. These are evaluated and advised by specialist general practitioners, rehabilitation specialists, or Occupational Therapists.
7. What if I have a workers’ compensation or MVA claim?
You will need to provide the details of your claim and the name of your case manager on the new patient questionnaire we send to you. This is so we can email a letter to your insurance company requesting pre-approval and funding for your appointment with Dr Ganesh. We will also email you 4 additional forms to complete and return in preparation for your appointment. Once we receive an outcome from your insurance company, we will contact you to arrange an appointment.
8. Does Dr Ganesh see patients without health funds?
Dr Ganesh performs pain management procedures at a private hospital, so having a health fund is essential.
Dr Ganesh does not accept self-funding for pain management procedures.
However, Dr Ganesh provides public pain management services at Fiona Stanley Hospital. We strongly recommend that your doctor arrange a referral to a public hospital for your pain management services.
9. Where will the appointment be?
Consulting appointments are available at the following locations:
- Osborne Park Specialist Pain Clinic, Perth Day Hospital, Unit 10/454 Scarborough Beach Road, Osborne Park, WA 6017
- Canning Specialist Pain Clinic, Queensgate Specialist Centre, 1st Floor, 2 Queensgate Drive, Canning Vale, WA 6155
- Perth Pelvic Pain Clinic, Waikiki Private Hospital, 221 Willmott Drive, Waikiki, WA 6169
- Waikiki Specialist Pain Clinic, 217 Willmott Drive, Waikiki, WA 6169
- Peel Specialist Pain Clinic, 7/21 Sholl Street, Mandurah WA 6210
- Bunbury Specialist Pain Clinic — 124 Spencer Street, Bunbury, WA 6230
Hospital:
- Waikiki Private Hospital, located at 221 Willmott Drive, Waikiki, WA 6169
- Perth Day Hospital, located at 10/454 Scarborough Beach Road, Osborne Park, WA 6017
10. What can I expect during a consultation with Dr Ganesh?
During the consultation, Dr Ganesh conducts a comprehensive review of your condition, current treatments, and relevant aspects, including the impact of pain on both physical and psychological health. A pain management plan will include input from a multidisciplinary team, further investigations, medications, and options for pain management procedures.
11. Does Dr Ganesh help with applying for NDIS/DSP or early release of Super Funds?
No, Dr Ganesh does not assist with these applications, and he does not provide specialist reports. You will need to see your general practitioner or occupational medicine specialist to arrange this.
Beyond the ordinary
If you would still like to schedule an appointment with Dr Ganesh, please email your referral to the Specialist Pain Clinic.