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Dr Bindu Kunjuraman

DR BINDU KUNJURAMAN

MBBS, MS-Gen Surg, FRCS (Glasgow),FRACS, MS-Breast Surg(USYD)

Breast, Oncoplastic & General Surgeon

Providing Care when It Matters Most

MAKE A REFERRAL

 

Our team takes pride in ensuring the referral process to our practice is a seamless experience.


Referrals can be sent via email (info@drbindu.com.au), fax to (08) 9535 6185 or HealthLink (drbinduk). Don't be concerned if your patient isn't sure which location they prefer; this detail can easily be finalised with them later when our Practice Admin is in contact to book an appointment.


Generally, our Practice Admin will contact the patient with an appointment time within 2 working days of receiving the referral. but going by our experience many patients wish to call themselves.


If you prefer to arrange an appointment on your patient's behalf, please call on (08) 9581 4455.

 

Rapid Access Appointments (within 24-48 hours) are available to patients with a confirmed or strongly suspected diagnosis of breast cancer and melanoma.

 

 Common Questions

  • How long does it take to get an appointment with Dr Bindu?

    Dr Bindu will see most patients within 2 to 4 weeks of referral. 


    Rapid Access Appointments (within 24-48 hours) are available to patients with a confirmed or strongly suspected diagnosis of breast cancer or melanoma. 


    Dr Bindu consults at:

    • Murdoch Medical Clinic, Murdoch
    • Perth Breast Cancer Institute, Nedlands
    • Rockingham Specialist Centre, Rockingham
    • Consulting Rooms, Mandurah

    Waiting times for surgery are 4 to 6 weeks. 

  • Which hospitals does Dr Bindu operate at?

    Dr Bindu has regular operating lists at :

    • Peel Health Campus;
    • St John of God Murdoch Hospital; and 
    • Hollywood Private Hospital.

    Dr Bindu operates her public and private patients at Mandurah region at Peel Health Campus.  Her Private patients at Perth metropolitan area who require surgery will be operated at St John of God Murdoch Hospital or Hollywood Private Hospital as per Patient's preference. 



  • Does the practice bulk bill?

    Yes, Dr. Bindu runs her practice on a No Gap Billing policy for Consultations as well as Surgeries.


    Minor procedures performed in the rooms may incur a nominal charge which equates to the value of actual consumables used (that are not covered by Medicare or Healthfunds). 

  • Does Dr Bindu provide GP Education sessions?

    Yes. Dr Bindu enjoys meeting local GPs and can visit your practice for a Lunch & Learn session.


    Please contact our practice to arrange. 

  • What investigations are required for patients with a new diagnosis of breast cancer?

    Breast imaging (mammogram and ultrasound) and biopsy are the standard ‘minimum’ investigations.


    Dr Bindu  will arrange further investigations (including blood tests and staging scans) if required.  

  • Does Dr Bindu see patients for cosmetic surgery?

    No. Dr Bindu does not perform routine cosmetic surgery. 


    If a patient has a concern regarding her breasts on the background of previous cosmetic surgery, Dr Bindu is happy to assess them and treat as appropriate. 

  • Does Dr Bindu offer a Rapid Access Endoscopy service?

    Yes. Dr Bindu will arrange Colonoscopy and Gastroscopy as needed through the hospitals that she works.

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