Falls Clinic
Patient information
            We assess people who have had falls, or are at high risk of falling.
          
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					How to access this clinic
Caulfield Access
Caulfield Access is responsible for intake, information and referral processing for a wide range of community and ambulatory services.
We accept referrals from health care professionals.
Once a referral has been received, a Care Coordinator will phone the patient to discuss their needs and organise appropriate services. The Care Coordinator will provide the patient with their phone number. Patients are encouraged to contact the Care Coordinator if they have any concerns.
What to bring
Every time you come
- Medicare card
 - Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
 - Private health insurance card (if applicable/if you want to use it)
 - Adverse drug alert card (if you have one)
 - Previous X-ray films, scans, ultrasounds or any other test results or reports
 - Medicines you need to take while you are here
 - List of medicines you are currently taking (or the boxes), including medicines you have bought without a prescription, such as herbal supplements and vitamins
 - Glasses, hearing aid(s) and/or walking frame if needed
 
For a clinic appointment
- Your appointment letter
 - Any special items listed on your letter
 - TAC or WorkCover claim number (if relevant)
 
What to wear for rehabilitation or exercise classes
- Comfortable day clothes, such as a tracksuit
 - Well-fitting, closed-toe styled shoes with firm grip soles. Do not wear open back, slip-on slippers
 
Clinic times
| Day | Campus | Time | 
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Caulfield Hospital | 9.00am - 5.00pm | 
Clinic consultants
- Dr Ronald Leong: Geriatric Medicine
 - Dr Brian Anthonisz: Rehabilitation Medicine
 
Resources
All patient resourcesAlfred Health - Falls Clinic Brochure
      
      Find out how the Falls Clinic can help you to be steadier on your feet and lower your risk of falling.
      
    Alfred Health - Falls Prevention
      
    Alfred Health - Falls Prevention (Greek)
      
    Alfred Health - Falls Prevention (Italian)
      
    Alfred Health - Falls Prevention (Mandarin)
      
    Alfred Health - Falls Prevention (Russian)
      
    Alfred Health: Equipment Instructions - Personal Alarm
      
      This information is provided to assist you in selecting the most suitable personal alarm for your circumstances
      
    Alfred Health - Grabrail
      
      This guide provides information to help you to select and install grabrails in your home following consultation with your health professional.
      
    Home Modification Information: Clearinghouse
      
      Consumer factsheets about home modification design and building practices
      
    Independent Living Centre
      
      Search the National Equipment Database for information to support independent living
      
    Live Life
      
      Information about Live Life personal mobile alarms
      
    Mind Me
      
      Information about Mind Me personal alarms
      
    Bunnings - Bathroom Tread Safety Tape
      
      Find products for extra safety in your bathroom
      
    In Case Of An Emergency, Call 000