Welcome to Your Patient Information Hub

Your appointment should feel calm, clear and straightforward.

This page provides everything you need to know before visiting Dr Jay, including what to bring, how billing works, how to prepare for a procedure and what to expect afterward. If you have any questions at any time, our clinic teams in Grafton and Coffs Harbour are here to help.

Fees & Billing

Mixed Billing Practice – Bulk Billing May Be Available

Dr Jay operates as a mixed billing specialist, meaning some consultations may attract a fee while others may be bulk billed depending on your circumstances and GP request.

Key points:

Standard consultation fees apply unless otherwise arranged
Bulk billing may be available for selected consult types
Medicare rebates apply with a valid GP referral
Private hospital procedures may have out-of-pocket costs depending on your health fund
Public patients can have surgery arranged at Grafton Base Hospital with no hospital fees

If you’re unsure about expected costs, our reception team can assist before your appointment.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

To ensure your consultation runs smoothly, please bring:

A valid GP referral (required for Medicare rebates)
Medicare card
Private health insurance details (if applicable)
Previous test results, ultrasounds or scans and cervical screening results if available
A list of current medications
Any questions or concerns you would like to discuss

If you are pregnant or attending for fertility care, ultrasound records or cycle information may also be helpful.

Preparing for Your Appointment

For Gynaecology Appointments

Wear or bring loose, comfortable clothing
Avoid internal products (tampons, creams) for 24 hours before your visit if possible
If attending for an ultrasound, you may be asked to arrive with a partially full bladder

For Pregnancy Appointments

Bring any ultrasound pictures or reports from previous providers
Bring maternity health documentation or screening forms if you have them

If specific preparation is required (e.g. for a specialised ultrasound), our team will advise you ahead of time.

Preparing for Surgery or Procedures

If you are booked for a hospital procedure or in-clinic treatment, you will receive clear instructions tailored to your specific procedure. In general:

Before Your Procedure

You may be required to fast (for hospital procedures)
Arrange transport home if sedation or anaesthetic is used
Bring all relevant paperwork and imaging

On the Day

Arrive at the advised time
Wear comfortable clothing
Allow extra time for admission and recovery

Our team will ensure you understand each step so you feel fully prepared.

Aftercare & Recovery Information

After your procedure, you will receive personalised instructions that may include:

What to expect in the hours or days following
Warning signs to look out for
When you can return to normal activities
Pain management guidance
Follow-up appointment schedule

For in-clinic procedures such as IUD insertion, biopsies or colposcopy, recovery is usually brief, and most patients return to regular activities quickly.

Referrals (Important Information)

A valid GP referral is required for all Medicare-rebated specialist consultations.

Your GP can address the referral to: Dr Kanewala Jayasekara – Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Referrals can be:

Sent directly by your GP to your chosen clinic
Emailed or faxed to your chosen clinic
Delivered personally (if you are handed your referral)
Sent via Medical Correspondence