Pioneer Health Albany

19/08/2026

Pelvic Pain Q&A with Dr Christine Oosterhuis – Part 3

How is the Pioneer Pelvic Pain Clinic different from a standard GP appointment?

Dr Christine Oosterhuis explains how our clinic is designed to provide longer appointments, coordinated multidisciplinary care, and the time to understand the full picture of your symptoms.

Pelvic pain is often complex and can affect many aspects of daily life. Taking the time to listen, assess your symptoms thoroughly, and develop an individualised management plan is an important part of our approach.

19/08/2026

Pelvic pain can be complex — and understanding the full picture can take time.

In the third video in our pelvic pain series, Dr Christine Oosterhuis explains how the Pioneer Pelvic Pain and Menopause Clinic approaches care differently, with longer appointments, comprehensive assessment and access to a multidisciplinary team.

The aim is to understand not only your symptoms, but how pelvic pain may be affecting different areas of your health and day-to-day life, so care can be tailored to you.

There is no fee for your initial Intake Appointment.
GP appointments are also bulk billed for high school students and concession card holders.

Learn more about the Pioneer Pelvic Pain and Menopause Clinic:
https://pioneerpelvicpain.com.au/

18/08/2026

We’re looking for someone to join our admin team as a 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁 at Pioneer Health Albany.

You'll be a great fit if you:
• Love helping people
• Communicate confidently and kindly
• Work well as part of a team
• Bring a positive attitude to work each day

The position is 3–4 days per week and includes occasional weekend work (no more than one per month).

Previous medical reception experience is helpful, but not essential.

The application package is available here:
https://pioneerhealth.com.au/careers-info/

For any queries about this position, please contact Tracey Robinson on 9842 2822.

Applications close: 5pm | Wednesday 2nd September 2026

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12/08/2026

Pelvic Pain Q&A with Dr Christine Oosterhuis – Part 2

For many people living with pelvic pain, one of the most difficult parts of the journey is feeling that their symptoms haven't been fully understood or acknowledged.

Dr Christine Oosterhuis explains why validation matters and how being listened to is an important part of receiving appropriate care.

06/08/2026

👖Jeans for Genes Day! 👖

We've gone casual for a cause. Jeans for Genes raises funds for Children's Medical Research Institute to support research into genetic diseases, helping improve diagnosis, treatment and prevention for children and families affected by these conditions.

Today we've donned the denim, donated the dosh, and some of us might even be brave enough to sample the blue treats! 💙

05/08/2026

𝗣𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗤&𝗔 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗢𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗵𝘂𝗶𝘀 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 1

When people hear "pelvic pain", they often think of painful periods. But pelvic pain can present in many different ways and may affect much more than your menstrual cycle.

In the first video of our Q&A series, Dr Christine Oosterhuis explains why pelvic pain is about more than 'just' period pain.

05/08/2026

We're delighted to welcome Dr Mikayla Everuss to the Pioneer Health Albany team.

Originally from Port Hedland and raised in Newman and Busselton, Dr Everuss has always been passionate about rural medicine. She completed a Bachelor of Science (Physiology and Sports Science) and a Master of Medicine at the University of Western Australia before undertaking her junior doctor training at Royal Perth Hospital. After enjoying several placements in the Pilbara, she relocated to Albany and has spent the past year working at Albany Health Campus.

Dr Everuss has experience across a broad range of medical specialties, with particular interests including paediatrics, palliative care, addiction medicine and gynaecology. She enjoys the variety that general practice offers and values building meaningful connections with patients from all walks of life.

Outside of work, she enjoys staying active (especially if it involves the water), sharing a good cheese platter and discovering new music.

Dr Everuss is now welcoming new patients.

📅 Book online here:
https://automedsystems.com.au/ams/clinics/573/pioneer-health-albany-albany-6330/doctors/d/dr-mikayla-everuss/s/-all

05/08/2026

We're delighted to welcome Dr Lena Ong to the Pioneer Health Albany team.

Dr Ong is a GP Registrar with a special interest in neurodegenerative diseases. She completed her initial medical training in Germany before undertaking two years of neurology training. After relocating to Australia, she worked across a range of specialties in Hobart and also completed a Graduate Certificate in Dementia through the University of Tasmania.

This year, Dr Ong has made the move to Albany and is enjoying settling into the Great Southern with her young family. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking and west coast swing dancing.

Dr Ong is now welcoming new patients.

📅 Book online here:
https://automedsystems.com.au/ams/clinics/573/pioneer-health-albany-albany-6330/doctors/d/dr-lena-ong/s/-all

28/07/2026

Take the next step for your health this World Hepatitis Day.

In Australia, an estimated 300,000 people are living with hepatitis B or hepatitis C, and many remain undiagnosed or are not currently engaged in care.

𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

The work on viral hepatitis doesn’t end with elimination. Long-term effort is needed to keep transmission down. Without it, there’s always a risk the numbers will rise again.

For more information go to https://www.worldhepatitisday.org.au/

26/07/2026

Your body is very good at whispering before it starts shouting.

Persistent fatigue. Pain. Brain fog. Changes in mood. Sleep disruption. Ongoing discomfort.

Sometimes we get so used to pushing through that we stop listening to what our body is trying to tell us.

Gentle reminder to check in with yourself this week.