Iron Infusions at Southern Doctors Clinic
Convenient, on-site iron infusion treatment for eligible patients who have been assessed and referred by their GP.
What is an Iron Infusion?
An iron infusion delivers iron directly into your bloodstream through a vein. It may be recommended when oral iron tablets or liquid supplements are not suitable, have not improved your iron levels, or when your doctor needs to increase your iron levels more quickly.
When Might an Iron Infusion Be Recommended?
Your doctor will assess your symptoms, medical history and blood test results to determine whether an iron infusion is appropriate.
Oral iron isn't suitable
Taking iron tablets or liquid supplements may not be practical or suitable for some people.
Oral iron hasn't worked
An infusion may be considered when your iron levels have not improved sufficiently with oral iron treatment.
Iron levels need to increase quickly
In some circumstances, your doctor may recommend an infusion when iron levels need to be increased more quickly.
Certain chronic conditions
Iron infusions may be considered in some people with conditions such as chronic kidney disease, chronic heart failure or inflammatory bowel disease.
Before Booking Your Infusion
GP referral required
You must be assessed by a GP before booking your iron infusion. Your referral must include a copy of your recent blood test results.
Age 16 and over
Southern Doctors Clinic provides iron infusions for patients aged 16 years and older.
Medication required
Your GP will provide a prescription for the iron medication. You will need to have this medication before your infusion appointment.
Pregnancy
We do not currently provide iron infusion services for patients who are pregnant.
How to Book Your Iron Infusion
There are a few steps to complete before your infusion appointment.
See your GP
Your GP will assess whether an iron infusion is appropriate for you and provide your referral, recent blood test results and prescription.
Collect your medication
Take your prescription to your preferred pharmacy and collect the prescribed iron medication before your appointment.
Book your infusion
Once you have your referral and medication, contact our reception team or book your iron infusion appointment online.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
Your referral
Bring your iron infusion referral and recent blood test results.
Your iron medication
Make sure you have collected the prescribed medication from your pharmacy before your appointment.
Something to keep you comfortable
The appointment takes approximately one hour, so you may wish to bring headphones, a book or something else to keep you occupied.
Iron Infusion Fee
Eligible patients may receive a Medicare rebate of $87.10. Medicare eligibility and rebates are subject to the applicable Medicare requirements.
How Long Does It Take?
Please allow approximately one hour at the clinic for your infusion appointment.
Ready to Arrange Your Iron Infusion?
If your GP has recommended an iron infusion and you have your referral and prescribed medication, you can arrange your appointment with Southern Doctors Clinic.
Book an Appointment Or call our reception team on (02) 9789 5955