Dr Sarah Catford
Endocrinologist in East Melbourne, VIC
Dr Sarah Catford is an endocrinologist in East Melbourne, VIC. You will need a referral from your GP. It is one of 87 endocrinologists listed in Victoria.
Contact and location
- Address Suite 4, 320 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002
- Phone 03 9419 9962
Who practises here
- Dr Sarah Catford 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 Sarah Catford
Does Dr Sarah Catford 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 Victoria?
You will need a referral from your GP.
Is Dr Sarah Catford taking new patients?
We do not hold appointment availability, and it changes week to week. Ringing 03 9419 9962 is the quickest way to find out.
What if Dr Sarah Catford is not the right fit?
That is a completely reasonable thing to decide. We list 87 endocrinologists in Victoria, 5 of them in East Melbourne, 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 Roisin Worsley, East Melbourne
- Dr Yvonne Chow, East Melbourne
- Dr Alice Hong, Geelong
- Dr Natalie Harrison, Geelong
- Dr Yvonne Chow, Heidelberg Heights
- Dr Ie-Wen Sim, Wantirna