Wound Care Services
Not sure if your wound needs professional care? Our team can assess it and guide you on the best next step.
We’ve been caring for the Bendigo community for over 150 years, providing trusted local healthcare when you need it most.
✔ Same-day wound assessment
✔ Private consultation with a trained pharmacist or nurse
✔ Convenient local care close to home
When should you see us?
You may benefit from a wound care consultation if you have:
• Cuts, grazes or skin tears
• Minor burns
• Surgical wounds needing dressing changes
• Slow-healing wounds
• Signs of redness, swelling or infection
If your wound is severe, heavily bleeding or caused by a serious injury, please seek emergency medical care immediately.
Even small wounds can become more complicated if not treated correctly.
Early assessment can help:
• Reduce the risk of infection
• Support faster healing
• Minimise scarring
• Prevent complications
If you’re unsure, it’s always better to have a wound checked early.
More information
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Your appointment includes:
• A private wound assessment
• Cleaning and dressing (if appropriate)
• Advice on healing and home care
• Guidance on when further medical care may be neededIf your wound requires additional treatment, we’ll refer you to a GP or hospital.
Last updated March 03 2026