Health Clinic

Offering a range of traditional and evidence-based health services, the RMIT Health Clinic provides affordable services performed by supervised senior students.

Whether you're looking for psychology and mental health support, osteopathy treatments, chiropractic care, or traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, the students and qualified staff at the RMIT Bundoora Health Clinic can assist.

Our teaching clinics are designed to assist with educational training for senior students to prepare for independent practice and meet registration requirements. No matter what service you select, you'll be treated by senior students under the supervision of registered practitioners.

Explore our services and book an appointment today.

Services

Costs

 

Full fee paying

Concession card holders

RMIT Staff & Students

Initial appointment

$40

$30

$15

Return appointments

$30

$20

$10

Chinese Medicine Herbs

All herbs are charged at an additional fee to the consultation.

Note: Our clinic is cashless, all payments must be made via Eftpos.

Please note that as we are a student-led clinic no rebate is available through private health funds. Medicare, or third-party providers. We are not able to treat condistions that are a result of a workplace injury or motor vehicle accident.

About the RMIT Psychology Clinic

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The RMIT University Psychology Clinic was established in 1976 and is operated by the Discipline of Psychology, within the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University. Since its inception, the RMIT University Psychology Clinic has developed an excellent reputation for high quality clinical services for children, adolescents, and adults. Evidenced based health care approaches are promoted/utilised throughout the clinic.

The Clinic offers clinical facilities for adults, children, adolescents and families who are experiencing behavioral, emotional, and clinical issues (e.g. anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues). Consultations are face to face or via Telehealth.

Our Team

Clinical sessions are primarily conducted by postgraduate psychology interns completing their fifth and sixth year of study. Interns are registered provisional psychologists. They are supervised by and work closely with our senior clinical psychology staff.

Services

What to expect

Following the initial screening and intake process, a comprehensive initial interview will be completed by one of our Psychology Interns, where information relevant to your particular concerns will be obtained.

During the interview, and at subsequent times, you may be asked to complete a number of questionnaires or rating scales. These are helpful in designing a treatment program tailored to your needs and evaluating its effectiveness.

Between sessions you may be asked to record information that will be useful to your clinician in determining the best treatment strategies.

Subsequent sessions will involve monitoring progress and addressing your specific concerns. Regular follow-up contact is also conducted to ensure the ongoing effectiveness of treatment, where appropriate.

Please note that RMIT Psychology clinic does not do Autism Spectrum Disorder assessments, Cognitive and Educational assessments or adult ADHD assessments.

 

What we offer

The RMIT Psychology Clinic offers assessment and treatment options for children, youth and adults.  

Psychological Therapies for
Adults
Behavioral and Psychological
Therapies for Children &
Young People
Evidence based psychological assessments and interventions for adults, across a range problems including mood and anxiety disorders, relationship difficultes, self esteem issues, as well as anger and stress.




Evidence based assessments and interventions for young people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. These difficulties may include anxiety, depression, school refusal and behavioural difficulties. The RMIT psychology clinic also provides parenting support, aiming to help parents support their children's growth and development. While the RMIT psychology clinic does not provide assessment for Autism, we are able to support in assessments for ADHD and we can provide mental health support for young people and families in the neurodivergent community.

Making a referral

The clinic accepts a wide range of referrals, including self-referrals, and referrals from doctors, other agencies, parents, and schools. Permission will be sought from the client when a referral is made on their behalf.

You do not need a doctor's referral to make an appointment. Self referrals are welcome. However, a letter from your GP or psychiatrist can help with ensuring continuity of care.

Clients are allocated according to our waiting list. Our waiting list times vary depending on the type of referral and the caseload of our clinicians. Clients will be advised of an approximate waiting time when the referral is made.

Please complete the below form and a member of our team will be in touch to arrange an appointment.

About the osteopathy clinic

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What do we treat?

Osteopathy offers a wide range of care and management for your conditions under the supervision of qualified practitioners. Under skillful guidance osteopathy students are able to evaluate, diagnose and provide management, for a range of musculoskeletal complaints. Evidenced based health care approaches are promoted/utilised throughout the clinic.

Osteopathic treatment will benefit a wide range of people with multiple complaints with the most common ones being:

  • neck-related headaches
  • neck and back pain or stiffness
  • limb problems associated with the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, hip, knee, ankle and foot
  • pain and stiffness related to osteoarthritis
  • exercise or other lifestyle advice
  • rehabilitation and prevention of injury.

Your student osteopath will ask questions about your health complaint and associated symptoms. They will also ask about your medical history, any medications you are currently taking, and any other lifestyle factors that may be related to your complaint.

What treatment options are available?

Under the supervision of registered osteopaths, RMIT osteopathy students offer a range of management options, including:

  • hands on manual therapy
  • exercise therapy
  • education and management advice
  • lifestyle advice.

Who can benefit from Osteopathic treatment?

Osteopathic treatment may be relevant and helpful for people with some of the following common conditions:

  • headaches
  • back and neck pain
  • pelvic pain
  • sciatica
  • shoulder pain
  • hip and groin
  • knee pain
  • ankle sprain
  • heel/arch/foot pain
  • chronic pain
  • arthritis
  • bursitis
  • tendon related complaints
  • sports injuries
  • joint-related complaints

About the chiropractic clinic

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As part of their training, students in their final two years of study offer Chiropractic care to the public. This takes place at our state-of-the-art RMIT Health Clinic in Bundoora. Evidenced-based health care approaches are utilised throughout the clinic under the supervision of qualified registered practitioners.

What do we treat?

Chiropractors are trained to deal with a wide range of common musculoskeletal presentations. These include conditions impacting the joints, muscles and tendons of the spine, pelvis, jaw and extremities.  

Chiropractic treatment may be relevant and helpful for symptoms including:

  • lower back pain or stiffness
  • neck-related pain or headaches
  • jaw pain or stiffness
  • back pain or stiffness
  • upper limb problems associated with the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand
  • lower limb problems associated with the hip, knee, ankle and foot, and
  • pain and stiffness related to osteoarthritis.

Chiropractic may also support with the:

  • management and rehabilitation of injuries, including sporting injuries
  • exercise, posture or other lifestyle advice, and
  • management of chronic pain.

What care and management options are available?

Under the supervision of qualified registered chiropractors, senior RMIT chiropractic students offer a range of therapeutic management options, including:

  • hands-on manual therapy including mobilisation, manipulation and soft tissue therapy
  • Iower force instrument assisted approaches
  • therapeutic modalities such as laser therapy
  • rehabilitation and Exercise therapy
  • general lifestyle advice, and
  • multi-disciplinary co-management

Who do we see for chiropractic care?

Chiropractic treatment is available for all ages from school age (6 years old) to the elderly.

About the Chinese medicine clinic

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What is Chinese medicine?

Chinese medicine is one of the most commonly used complementary therapies in the world. It is the treatment of clinical conditions using medicinal sources such as roots, flowers, seeds and leaves of plants. It also includes therapies like acupuncture, cupping (applying a heated cup to the skin to create suction) and tui na (remedial massage).

What happens at my appointment?

When you arrive, you will be assessed by our supervised senior students, who will check your pulse and tongue, and discuss any issues with your sleep, appetite, perspiration and body temperature. From this, we develop treatment plans, or consider referral to other practitioners where appropriate.

Depending on your health conditions, we may recommend treatments such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, manual therapy (therapeutic Tuina) and dietary therapy. 

Our senior students, who have studied biomedical and clinical science in parallel with their Chinese medicine studies, are supervised by registered Chinese medicine practitioners.

 

Common conditions

We most often see conditions such as:

  • musculoskeletal conditions
  • respiratory conditions
  • digestive complaints
  • gynaecological conditions
  • skin conditions
  • mental health conditions.

Chronic Pain Osteopathy Clinic

At our student-run Chronic Pain Clinic, we understand the impact of persistent pain on your quality of life, hindering your ability to fully engage in work, hobbies, and daily activities. We are committed to helping you effectively manage chronic pain and improve your overall health. Below is an overview of the conditions we address and the supportive services we provide.

Conditions we address

We assist with pain that has persisted for longer than three months, including:

  • Musculoskeletal Pain: Such as back pain, neck pain, and joint discomfort in all areas of the body.
  • Neurological Pain: Including sciatica and headaches or migraines.
  • Long-Term Pain or Recurrent Injuries: Such as injuries that seem to flare up repetitively.
  • Arthritis or Degenerative Conditions: Including osteoarthritis and other degenerative joint or disc diseases.
  • Chronic Pain Conditions: Such as fibromyalgia and other chronic pain syndromes.

Supportive services we provide

  • Comprehensive Discussion of contributing causes of your pain: To work with you to understand the contributing factors to your pain.
  • Educational Support: Guidance on stress management techniques and lifestyle adjustments to aid in pain relief and prevention.
  • Holistic Approach: Emphasising the interconnectedness of body systems and lifestyle impacts on pain and overall well-being.
  • Activity management plans: Discussions and plans to improve your ability to move, without causing flare ups of your pain, and to gradually improve your body's tolerance to movement to allow you to return to important activities, such as work and hobbies. 

Patient-centred care

At our student-run Chronic Pain Osteopathy Clinic, we create a supportive environment where patients feel listened to and understood amidst the challenges of persistent pain. Managed by students training in osteopathy under the guidance of chronic pain specialised Osteopaths, we provide compassionate care tailored to your needs, empowering you with tools and knowledge for effective pain management.

Contact

Interested in an appointment with one of our senior students? Book now. You don't need a doctor's referral to make an appointment.

Address: Level 3, 30 Janefield Drive Bundoora 3083

Phone: (03) 9925 7666

Email: healthclinic@rmit.edu.au

Appointments can be made during the following hours:

  • Monday to Wednesday: 9am – 7pm
  • Thursday and Friday: 9am – 5:15pm

Location

Getting here

Tram

Yarra Trams Route 86 will take you to the Bundoora campus gates. Get off at stop 70 (Clements Drive) or a city bound tram at stop 70 (Janefield Drive).

Train

The nearest Metro train stations are Thomastown and Lalor Stations (South Morang line) or Greensborough Station (Hurstbridge line).

Parking

Free parking is available for patients in an RMIT marked bay in the carpark located off Princeton Terrace. Please remember to give your car registration to our reception time upon arrival.

The RMIT Health Clinic is a state-of-the-art clinical teaching space completed in 2015. Encompassing 62 treatment rooms incorporating Chinese Medicine, Chiropractic, Osteopathy and Psychology, the student lead clinic offers high service levels to our patients.

The Chinese Medicine facilities include a fully functional herbal dispensary and consultation rooms equipped with exhaust fans to allow Moxibustion treatments to occur.

The Health Clinic also has a rehabilitation room to ensure we can service our patients' needs onsite.

If you've visited us before, how was your experience? We would like to hear from you and incorporate your feedback.

Share your opinion, or call us on (03) 9925 7666.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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torres strait flag

Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.