McKinley Medical Centre Supports Local Patients with Chronic Disease Care Plans
Announcement posted by McKinley Medical Centre 07 May 2026
Living with a chronic health condition can make everyday life more challenging. Regular check-ups, medication, lifestyle changes, and visits to different healthcare providers can sometimes feel difficult to manage. McKinley Medical Centre helps patients take a more organised approach to their health through chronic disease management care plans.
A chronic disease management care plan is suitable for eligible patients who have had a medical condition for six months or longer. These plans are designed to give patients a clear pathway for managing their condition with support from their GP, practice nurse, and allied health professionals where required.
Care plans may support patients living with conditions such as:
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Heart disease
- Arthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Mental health conditions
- Breast cancer
- Lung cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Other ongoing or complex health conditions
At McKinley Medical Centre, a GP Management Plan is developed with the patient's regular doctor and practice nurse. The plan outlines the patient's health needs, treatment goals, and the steps required to improve or maintain their wellbeing over time.
For patients who need extra support, the clinic may also arrange a Team Care Arrangement. This allows the GP to coordinate treatment with other healthcare providers, including:
- Physiotherapists
- Podiatrists
- Dietitians
- Diabetes nurses or diabetes educators
- Occupational therapists
- Exercise physiologists
- Audiologists
- Pharmacists
- Psychologists
This team-based approach helps ensure that each patient receives care that is suited to their individual health needs. It also makes it easier for patients to understand who is involved in their care and what steps they need to follow.
Regular reviews are an important part of chronic disease management. McKinley Medical Centre recommends reviewing care plans every three to six months. These reviews help track progress, update treatment goals, and make changes if a patient's condition or healthcare needs change.
Eligible patients with a Team Care Arrangement may also be able to access Medicare-subsidised allied health services each calendar year. Patients are encouraged to speak with their GP to check their eligibility and understand what support may be available.
Through personalised care plans, coordinated treatment, and regular follow-up, McKinley Medical Centre aims to help patients manage chronic conditions with more confidence, clarity, and ongoing support.
Patients living with a long-term health condition can book an appointment with McKinley Medical Centre to discuss whether a chronic disease management care plan may be suitable for them.
About McKinley Medical Centre
McKinley Medical Centre is located in Mulgrave, Victoria, and provides healthcare services for individuals and families. The clinic offers chronic disease management, women's health, men's health, mental health, adolescent health, travel medicine, sports medicine, aged care, and general medical care.