Your Initial Consultation

Please call reception on: (08) 9212 4200 to schedule your next appointment or email: meyerkortadmin@perthortho.com.au

What should I bring to my Initial Consultation?

To assess your condition thoroughly and provide the best possible treatment plan tailored to your needs, please bring the following items with you to your initial consultation with Dr Meyerkort:

• Valid Referral: please bring your valid referral letter from your GP, Sports Physician or Physiotherapist

• Imaging: Please bring any previous imaging (X-rays, MRIs, CT scans) and/or reports related to your condition. If you know the radiology provider and location that you used for these investigations Dr. Meyerkort can often gain access to these online.

• Medications: Please bring a list of all your current prescription medications, as well as any over-the-counter supplements you are currently taking.

• Allergies: Please bring a list of any known allergies to medications or to anaesthesia.

• Previous Treatment Information: Records of any previous treatments you've had for your shoulder, such as physical therapy or injections.

• Medicare Card

• Private Health Insurance Card

• DVA Card and any necessary pre-authorisation details.

• Any Questions: A list of questions or specific concerns you may have regarding your shoulder issue or treatment options.

• A Support Person: if you would like to be accompanied by a friend or family member to support you during your consultation, please feel free to invite them. Sometimes it is useful to have a second pair of eyes and ears to help you remember details of the appointment or care plan.

• Comfortable clothing: please dress in a way that allows for a physical examination of your joint. We recommend you wear loose, comfortable clothing to your appointment.