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We're open from 7:30am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday. Our friendly personnel are always ready to assist with your enquiries.

Tel: (03) 9585 3777

Fax: (03) 9583 0970

Contact Person: Mary Kirkwood, CEO/ Director of Nursing frontdesk@chestervilledayhospital.com.au

Address: 28 Chesterville Road, CHELTENHAM VIC 3192

Gastroenterology
- - Colonoscopy
  
  A Colonoscopy is an examination of the colon (large intestine) using a long, thin, flexible tube with a camera called a colonoscope.
- - Gastroscopy
  
  A gastroscopy is an examination of the upper digestive tract (the oesophagus, the stomach and duodenum) using a long, thin, flexible tube with a camera called a gastroscope.
- - Haemorrhoid Banding
  
  Haemorrhoid banding, or rubber band ligation (RBL) is a relatively non-invasive procedure where elastic bands are applied to the base of the haemorrhoids in order to cut off blood supply and flatten the haemorrhoids.
- - Iron Infusions
  
  This procedure refers to the infusion of an iron and saline mixture directly into the bloodstream through the use of an IV.
- - Oesophageal and Gastric Cancer Screening
  
  There is no one recommended screening test for gastric cancer. Screening and diagnostic tests for oesophageal and gastric cancer can be performed via endoscopy. Other screening methods include barium swallow/upper GI x-ray or endoscopic ultrasound.
- - Polypectomy
  
  Polyps are growths on the inside of the colon or gastrointestinal tract and are very common. A polypectomy can be performed during a colonoscopy or gastroscopy procedure.
General Surgery
- - Carpal Tunnel Release (General Surgery)
  
  Carpal tunnel release is a surgery used to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. There are two types of Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery; Endoscopic and Open.
  
  Endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery is the use of an endoscope to cut the transverse carpal ligament. The endoscope is usually inserted through a small incision in the palm.
  
  During the open surgery, the surgeon will cut the carpal ligament to relieve pressure on the median nerve, and make more space for the nerve and tendons.
- - Sphincterotomy
  
  A sphincterotomy is the most common treatment for anal fissure and involves surgery on the internal anal sphincter muscles.
- - Surgical Removal of Lesions
  
  Surgical removal of lesions is a simple procedure undertaken to remove growths such as lesions, tumours or moles for either medical or cosmetic reasons.
Oral & Maxillofacial
- - Dental Implants
  
  Dental implants are used to replace damaged or missing teeth. A dental implant procedure is where a screw or metal fixture is implanted into the jaw as the base for a new false tooth.
- - Dental Restoration
  
  Dental restoration is a broad term used to encompass any dental procedure, artificial substance or structure with protects the mouth's ability to eat and chew. The most common form of dental restoration are dental fillings.
- - Surgical Removal of Wisdom Teeth
  
  When wisdom teeth have the potential to cause problems or become impacted, they may be removed surgically. In the procedure, the surgeon makes a small incision and extracts the tooth with forceps.
- - TMJ Dysfunction
  
  The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge-like joint which joins the jaw to the skull. TMJ dysfunction typically occurs as a result of arthritis or jaw related injury. TMJ disorders are usually managed through arthrocentesis and injections.
- - Tooth Extraction
  
  A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from the dental alveolus (socket) in the alveolar bone.
Urology
- - Cystoscopy
  
  A cystoscopy is a procedure in which a thin flexible tube with a camera and light on the end is inserted through the urethra and into the bladder. The procedure is most commonly undertaken to investigate the bladder for any abnormalities.
- - Frenuloplasty
  
  A frenuloplasty is a procedure used to treat pain caused by tight or short frenulum of the penis.
- - Stent Removal
  
  A stent removal is the removal of a ureteral stent by a surgeon using a cystoscope. A cystoscope is a thin, flexible tube with a camera and a light that is inserted through the urethra.
- - Vasectomy
  
  A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that sterilises a man by cutting the vas deferens, which are tubes that carry sperm from the testes to the penis.

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