Work-related illness or injury is best managed by either prevention or prompt management.
The personal, social, organisational and financial costs of these can be great.
A worker’s compensation claim may also be an indication that all is not well within an organisation. Along with indicators such as staff turnover, customer complaints and industrial problems, having workers off work due to sickness, may suggest that the organisation is experiencing management problems which may need to be addressed.
The Centre for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (COEM™) can provide help with specialist medical management or advice, ergonomic advice, work fitness assessments, pre-employment assessments and injury management support.
| Indications for referral to an Occupational Physician: |
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Doubt regarding work relatedness |
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Interpersonal problems at work |
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No/Slow progress or cessation of suitable duties |
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"High Cost" injury e.g. back injury |
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Assessment of impairment/disability |
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Where an injured worked is off work for a prolonged period of time
(for example more than 2 weeks) |
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Communication problems between involved parties |
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Difficulty defining suitable duties |
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History of multiple or problem claims |
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An independent opinion is required (Medico-legal) |
We have offices in Sydney, Wollongong and Nowra, and can service other locations on request.
Testimonials
Referrer – “Dr Mills’ reports are fantastic. We consider him
the optimum.”
Interpreter – “Doctor has an excellent approach. Use of uncomplicated English and a willingness
to repeat questions which have been misunderstood without visible irritation. This is a great sign
of politeness and professionalism. Plus explaining, if necessary, why the
question is being repeated negates the possibility that the patient may feel the doctor
is belittling/mocking him.”
Patients – “Dr Mills was very helpful and polite.”
“Dr Mills is a lovely doctor. Makes me feel very comfortable. He is doing everything possible
to help me.”
"I just hate having examinations, as I feel that I shouldn’t have any pain. I just want to heal and enjoy life, and stop having people run into the back of my car. Dr was very professional, polite
and listened. Thanks.” |
