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Pindara Private Hospital Magazine - Issue Two

Another glimmer of hope for chronic migraine sufferers is a new screening process to determine if a chronic migraine sufferer is likely to benefit from a simple procedure to close a Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO or hole in the heart), in order to treat migraine. More than 90 patients have been screened, identified and treated and the successful outcomes are encouraging and exciting. Of the patients screened and selected for closure, 95% have experienced a complete cure of their migraines or a reduction in migraine pain after they have had their PFO closed. For information on this new procedure, it is recommended to seek advice from your doctor. If You’re Pregnant Many medicines for migraines aren’t suitable if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding. Speak to your GP before taking any medicines for your migraines, even if they were prescribed to you previously, as they may be harmful to your baby. pm pindaramagazine.com.au Pindara Magazine 21 T H E L A Y T C L I N I C P L A S T I C & C O S M E T I C S U R G E R Y S K I N C A N C E R • L A S E R • M E D I S P A RESTORE REJUVENATE RESPECT Introducing Dr Perron Dr Justin Perron is a Canadian born, Australian trained, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. Dr Perron studied Chemistry and Biochemistry in Calgary, Canada before moving to Australia in 2000. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at Flinders University, South Australia. After growing up in a Canadian family, where his father was a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr Perron decided to continue the tradition and proceeded to specialize in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr Perron completed his Australian Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in 2013. Dr Perron has worked in both Queensland and Western Australian hospitals, has published articles in a number of journals and has also presented at surgical conferences. Dr Perron is now a Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at the Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Public Hospital and has now also joined Private Practice with Dr Layt. Dr Perron will be available for consultations at both of The Layt Clinic locations in Southport, Queensland and eventually in Ballina, New South Wales. Dr Perron is available for surgical consultations and procedures such as - skin cancers, breast reduction, abdominoplasty and otoplasty with the usual comprehensive services we aim to supply at The Layt Clinic. Dr Perron is also available to consult and operate for hand injuries and Workcover patients. 07 5597 4100 | drlayt.com | 16 HARVEST COURT SOUTHPORT QLD (Adjacent to the Brickworks Centre & Fery Road Markets)


Pindara Private Hospital Magazine - Issue Two
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