Patient Information

Everything you need to know before your appointment

What to expect at your appointment

On arrival

  • Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your appointment. We have ample free onsite parking.
  • On arrival, please take a seat.
  • Please wear comfortable clothing that allows full access and the area of concern ( for example, wear shorts for a lower leg injury and a singlet or sports bra for a shoulder injury)

During the consultation

  • Your doctor will address your injury and discuss a management plan that may include getting some other tests such as scans to help diagnosis.
  • A follow up appointment occurs after the initial consult to discuss the results of any relevant imaging and make a treatment plan.
  • You will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions: it is important to us that you have all the information you need for a successful return to sport and well being 

Being seen at Beckford

  • You will need a referral from your GP or another health professional to see Dr Yaso Kathiravel.
  • You may contact the clinic directly to see any of the other providers, without a referral.
  • We will send you a email with appointment details for the earliest available date. Please reply to the email to ensure that your appointment is confirmed.
  • You will also receive by email information relating to the appointment. Kindly complete and return the paperwork prior to your appointment.
  • You will receive a text reminder the day before your appointment.


We understand that when you are injured, it is important to be seen as soon as possible. If your condition becomes worse while you’re waiting to be seen, please contact us if needed.

Learn about what our specialists do

  • Sport and Exercise Physician

    You don’t have to be an elite athlete to see a Sport and Exercise Physician! 


    Sports and Exercise Physicians are doctors that have undertaken specialist training in musculoskeletal, sporting injuries and illnesses. They focus on identifying what the problem is and develop a personalised treatment plan. 


    Sport and Exercise Physicians utilise their experience of caring for athletes and apply them to all patients from recreational athletes to dancers and to service personnel such as the military and police.

  • Sports and Exercise Scientist

    An exercise scientist  is the best kept secret in Sports Medicine and Elite Sport!


    Using science to optimise human performance and help you to reach your true full potential.

    Exercise science ensures that there is no “ guesswork “ and that every performance and health goal is measured. 


    Exercise scientists assist coaches in personalising your training allowing you to maximise performance.


    They coordinate specialist tests such as lactate testing , body composition and VO2 max to determines that your training is at your peak.


    Whatever your aim is, be it training for a marathon or improving general wellness, physiological assessments can help you achieve your goal.

Cancellation

We understand that life can be unpredictable!


If you are unable to attend an appointment, please call us as soon as possible.


If we do not receive notification 24h prior to your appointment, you will be liable for the full appointment fee. If the missed appointment fee is not paid, no further bookings will be made.

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