Melbourne Hand Surgery
ABOUT MELBOURNE HAND SURGERY
Melbourne Hand Surgery is the private practice of Dr Jill Tomlinson, a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Since opening in 2013, the practice has cared for adults and children with conditions of the hand and wrist, including carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, Dupuytren’s disease, ganglion cysts, fractures, and tendon and ligament injuries. Orthopaedic surgeon A/Prof Sina Babazadeh, who has a particular interest in wrist surgery, also consults at the practice. Our rooms are at 549 Bridge Road, Richmond, and procedures are performed in our rooms or at The Avenue Hospital, Windsor.
ABOUT THIS WEBSITE
Welcome to the Melbourne Hand Surgery website, a resource designed to empower you with the knowledge and confidence you need to navigate your health journey.
Did you know that studies reveal 50% of patients leave a doctor’s office without a clear understanding of their medical situation or the actions they should take? Even more concerning, 90% of adult patients struggle to follow routine medical advice. This gap in understanding can lead to anxiety and uncertainty, which is the last thing anyone needs when dealing with health issues.
On this website, you’ll find resources and tools to help demystify your diagnosis and guide you through the next steps in your healthcare journey. Our goal is to provide you with the clarity and support you need to make informed decisions about your health.
JILL'S MESSAGE
I became a doctor to help people. I believe that people have the right to be heard, the right to choose, and the right to participate in decisions about their health and wellbeing.
I believe that a surgeon’s role includes that of educating patients, so that they can be informed about their condition and able to play an active role in their treatment and recovery. I believe that a surgeon should communicate with her patients in plain language, and that no matter how technical something is a surgeon should be able to explain it in language that can be understood by an interested person. I believe that patients who do not speak English as a first language have a right to thorough explanations that are provided in a language and manner that they can understand.
I believe that a surgeon’s role is to treat every patient with the same care and attention to detail that she would take with her own family members or friends. I believe that a smile goes a long way. I believe that not everything is perfect or can be made perfect, but that we should always strive to find ways to improve.
Thank you for visiting my website. I hope you find the information you are looking for – if not, please contact me and let me know.
Locations
CONSULTING & ROOMS PROCEDURES
549 BRIDGE ROAD, RICHMOND
HOSPITAL OPERATIONS: THE AVENUE
40 THE AVENUE, WINDSOR
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