Allied Health

• Dietitian- Hilda Lee

  Hilda is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with experience working in clinics all across Melbourne. She has worked with patients from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, and will personalize and tailor dietary advice to each individual.  Her vision is to see other develop a healthy relationship with food, and to promote health and nutrition to all members of society. Her interests include weight management,  type 1 and 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and hypercholesterolaemia, food intolerance and IBS. Hilda is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays each fortnight. During the COVID-19 Pandemic- Hilda prefers phone consults or video consults at HMS. She also speaks Cantonese and Mandarin. Outside of work she enjoys playing and teaching piano, reading and exploring local cafes.

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• Podiatrist - Mina Williams Podiatry is the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the feet and lower limbs. Hill Medical Services' podiatrist Mina Williams can help with a range of foot problems including: Corns and Calluses Ingrown Toenails Flat Feet Children’s Feet Problems Heel, Arch and Forefoot Pain Sporting or Occupational Injuries Diabetic and Arthritic Foot Care Orthotic Prescription Mina is available on Monday and Friday afternoons by appointment only. He also attends  home visits for those who live locally and are unable to attend our premises. Mina can look after foot problems  in all age groups from children to the elderly. A referral is not necessary if you are attending privately. A referral from your doctor is required if you want  to claim through Veterans’ Affairs or WorkSafe. You may also be covered by Medicare if you have long term  chronic conditions such as diabetes, arthritis or vascular disease. Your doctor will have to give you an Enhanced  Primary Care Plan (EPC) before you make an appointment. All major Private Health Insurance Funds cover podiatry services under their ancillary tables. Check with your  fund to find out your level of cover. We have HICAPS which means you will be able to claim from your health  fund on the spot and only pay the gap.   Mina completed a Bachelor of Podiatry at La Trobe University, Melbourne, in 1999. He is a full member of the Australian Podiatry Association and has been working as a Podiatrist since graduating. Mina has been working at Hill Medical Services for almost 13 years. Mina enjoys all areas of podiatry including general foot care, nail surgery, corns, calluses and providing orthotics for biomechanical foot problems. His patients range from young children to the elderly. Mina also speaks Arabic. Mina is here Monday and Friday afternoons.

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• Exercise Physiologist- Darcy Siekman

  Darcy graduated from Deakin University with a Masters degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology & a bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science. Darcy wants to promote the effect exercise & movement can have on ones health & wellbeing along with the behaviour change needed to create a healthier lifestyle. Being an Exercise Physiologist, Darcy is able to provide exercise & education that is clinically effective for individuals living with both acute & chronic illnesses including musculoskeletal, metabolic, cardiovascular & neurological conditions. Prescribed exercise can help anyone achieve their goals & enhance their quality of life. Darcy is at HMS every second Tuesday morning.

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