Dr Kelly Carruthers
Endocrinologist in Everton Park, QLD
Dr Kelly Carruthers is an endocrinologist in Everton Park, QLD. You will need a referral from your GP. It is one of 36 endocrinologists listed in Queensland.
Contact and location
- Address 137 Flockton Street, Everton Park QLD 4053
- Phone 07 3733 0278
- Website www.drkellycarruthers.com.au
Who practises here
- Dr Kelly Carruthers Endocrinologist
Areas of practice
What an endocrinologist does
Endocrinologists are specialist doctors for hormone conditions. In this context that is most often thyroid disease, diabetes including gestational diabetes, and PCOS.
On referral, when a hormone condition needs specialist management before or during pregnancy. Conditions like thyroid disease and diabetes are usually best optimised before conception, which is why the referral often comes early.
Referrals, fees and Medicare
You will need a referral from your GP.
Medicare rebates apply with a GP referral, and there is usually a gap. Public clinics are free, with longer waits.
Common questions about Dr Kelly Carruthers
Does Dr Kelly Carruthers offer telehealth?
This listing does not tell us either way. Many practices added telehealth and kept it, so it is worth asking when you call.
Do I need a referral to see an endocrinologist in Queensland?
You will need a referral from your GP.
Is Dr Kelly Carruthers taking new patients?
We do not hold appointment availability, and it changes week to week. Ringing 07 3733 0278 is the quickest way to find out.
What if Dr Kelly Carruthers is not the right fit?
That is a completely reasonable thing to decide. We list 36 endocrinologists in Queensland, so there are other options nearby.
Questions worth asking
- How does my condition change what I should do before or during pregnancy?
- How often will you want to review me, and what tests?
- Do my medications need to change?
- What is the fee for the first appointment and for reviews?
- Will you coordinate with my maternity team?
Other endocrinologists nearby
- Dr Vishnumurthy Sannarangappa, Caboolture
- Dr Luke Conway, Cairns
- Dr Samantha Donaldson, Spring Hill
- Dr Tony Morrow, Mooloolaba
- Dr Grant Cracknell, Spring Hill
- Dr Tony Morrow, Tewantin