New Patients | What to Expect at SB Vascular
Your First Appointment, Made Simple
We aim to coordinate your consultation & vascular ultrasound in the same visit where clinically appropriate, helping reduce unnecessary appointments, travel & additional costs.
- GP referral
- Medicare card
- Current medications
- Relevant scans/results
- Private health details where applicable
Your First Vascular Appointment
We’ll Take the Time to Understand What’s Going On
Your first appointment starts with a consultation with Dr Sharmila. She will review your symptoms, medical history & referral before discussing what testing or treatment may be appropriate.
01
Consultation
Talk through your symptoms, concerns & medical history.
02
Examination
Dr Sharmila may examine the affected area or circulation.
03
Vascular Ultrasound
Where appropriate, a VascuLab ultrasound may be completed on the same day.
04
Treatment Plan
Your condition, results & treatment options will be explained clearly.
05
Follow Up
Ongoing support for optimal results and recovery.
Same-Day Vascular Ultrasound With VascuLab
More Answers Without Another Appointment
Where possible, vascular ultrasound can be arranged on the same day as your consultation, helping reduce additional appointments, travel & consultation costs.
Preparing for Your Appointment
A Few Things to Bring With You
- Your GP or specialist referral
- Medicare card
- Private health insurance details, if applicable
- A list of your current medications
- Relevant scans, reports or test results
- Any questions you would like to ask
Understanding Your Treatment
Clear Advice You Can Take Home
Medical information can be difficult to remember after an appointment. Where appropriate, we provide information you can take home so you & your family can better understand your condition, treatment & next steps.
Vascular Treatment Options
The Right Treatment for Your Condition
- Monitoring
- Lifestyle or medical management
- Compression therapy
- Wound care
- Minimally invasive treatment
- Endovascular treatment
- Surgery
