Referral received
Please ensure we have a referral addressed to Dr Melinda Pascoe before you arrive. Your doctor can send it through Medical Objects, fax or email.
Referral contact detailsFOR PATIENTS
Your first consultation.
What you need to know.
Referral information, appointment preparation, payment and test information—all in one place.
ARRANGING YOUR APPOINTMENT
Start with a referral.
In order to see Dr Pascoe for an initial consultation, you will require a referral from your GP or specialist.
Please have your referring practitioner send a copy of your referral, along with relevant tests or scans, directly to us. On receipt of your referral information, we will contact you to arrange an appointment.
Having this information before we book helps us arrange the correct consultation and any tests Dr Pascoe may feel you need on the day.
How your doctor can send a referralBEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Your appointment checklist.
Patient forms completed
Download, print and complete your new patient forms ahead of your initial consultation, and bring them with you.
New patient forms (PDF)Appointment confirmed
Confirm with our office two days before your appointment. If you cannot attend, please tell us as soon as possible.
Contact receptionTESTS IN OUR ROOMS
Information & preparation.
EMG and nerve conduction studies are performed by Dr Pascoe. EEGs are performed by our technician and reported on by Dr Pascoe.
Nerve & muscle testing
An EMG measures the electrical activity of muscles at rest and during contraction. Nerve conduction studies measure how well and how fast nerves send electrical signals.
What happens during the test?
The first part involves stimulating a nerve with a small electrical current. This can be unpleasant. If needed, a fine needle is then placed in the muscle to record its electrical activity; this part can cause an aching sensation.
Dr Pascoe will explain each step before it happens. If you need the test to stop, please say “Please stop”.
How do I prepare?
- Allow 30 minutes for the test.
- Do not apply creams, lotions or perfume to the skin where testing will take place.
- Do not stop taking your regular medications.
- Wear underwear and enclosed footwear.
- Warm feet are necessary for testing. Let us know if you feel cold so we can provide a blanket or heat pack.
EEG testing
Your EEG is performed in our rooms by a trained technician. The recording is then reported on by Dr Pascoe.
Please read the practice’s EEG information and preparation sheet before your appointment, together with the instructions sent with your booking.
Contact reception if you have questions about the instructions or your appointment.
EEG preparation sheet (PDF)FEES & PAYMENT
Payment on the day.
Payment is required in full on the day. We are not a bulk billing practice.
We accept credit card, EFTPOS and cash. We will send your claim to Medicare for processing, and Medicare will pay any applicable rebate to your nominated bank account.
Pensioner rates are available for eligible aged and disability pensioners. Please enquire with reception.
View the current fee schedule (PDF)CHANGING YOUR APPOINTMENT
Cancellations & non-attendance.
Please notify us ahead of your scheduled appointment if you cannot attend.
A cancellation fee may be charged if less than 24 hours’ notice is given, or if you do not attend your appointment.
Contact receptionFORMS, INFORMATION & LINKS
Patient resources.
Before your visit
New patient paperwork, referral forms and the current fee schedule are available in our resource library.
Forms & documentsCondition information
Find information on migraine, epilepsy, CIDP, tremor, Parkinson’s disease, myasthenia gravis and other conditions, along with driving information and symptom diaries.
Browse information & linksSymptom Diary support
Enrolled patients can record symptom severity and general wellness information for review by Neurology Solutions.
App support & account information