Hanover Street Medical Centre, Oakleigh
Day | Time |
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Sunday | Closed |
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | Closed |
Friday | Closed |
Saturday | Closed |
Consultation Fee
Not specified
Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE), Diabetes Educator, Registered Nurse
4.5
Blood sugar monitoring
Nutrition counseling for diabetes
Medication management support
Diabetes education and self-care training
Gihan Girgis is a Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE), Diabetes Educator, and Registered Nurse based at Hanover Street Medical Centre in Oakleigh, Victoria. She brings many years of experience to her patients, guiding them with clear, practical care. She holds a nursing degree and uses her training to support people living with diabetes. Her role focuses on education, self-care training, and practical support to help patients manage diabetes day by day.
Gihan operates from 28 Hanover Street, Oakleigh VIC 3166, making it easy for local families and residents in the Melbourne area to access high-quality diabetes care. She offers a range of services designed to fit real life, including blood sugar monitoring, nutrition counseling for diabetes, and medication management support. Her diabetes education sessions explain how to read blood glucose levels, plan meals, and stay active in simple steps that fit everyday routines.
As a clinician who speaks English and Arabic, she can connect with a diverse group of patients and explain complex ideas in plain language. Her patient care style is friendly and patient-centered. She listens closely to concerns, answers questions honestly, and creates a plan that suits each person’s lifestyle and goals. She emphasizes practical self-care training so patients feel confident managing their diabetes between visits.
Gihan works as part of a team at Hanover Street Medical Centre, collaborating with other health professionals to support ongoing learning and better outcomes. She stays up to date with the latest guidelines and best practices in diabetes education, and she values teamwork, clear communication, and coordinated care to help patients stay healthier.
People trust Gihan for her professional approach, approachable manner, and proven expertise in diabetes education. Her reputation comes from consistent, compassionate care, strong communication, and a commitment to helping patients manage diabetes effectively in the Oakleigh and broader Melbourne community.
Went to see Gihan in Oakleigh for diabetes education and left feeling much more in control of my daily routine. Her straightforward explanations about blood sugar monitoring and nutrition were easy to follow, and she helped me set realistic goals for home self-care.
Excellent support from Gihan. She took the time to review my medication plan and showed me how to track sugars effectively. I appreciated the calm, friendly approach and the clear guidance on what to do if my numbers spike.
Had a great session with Gihan at 28 Hanover Street. She explained nutrition for diabetes in practical terms, and I left with a simple meal plan. The diabetes education and self-care tips were exactly what I needed.
Very grateful for Gihan’s help in Oakleigh. Her medication management tips and blood sugar monitoring guidance have made a noticeable difference in my daily routine. Highly recommend for anyone new to diabetes management.
Gihan’s approach was warm and professional. She explained my insulin and nutrition options clearly and gave me practical steps to improve my control. I felt supported and not overwhelmed.
As someone who speaks Arabic at home, I appreciated that Gihan can communicate in English and Arabic. She explained self-care strategies in a way that made sense, and the self-monitoring routine is now a habit.
Relieved to have found a diabetes educator who covers both education and ongoing support. Gihan’s guidance on nutrition and monitoring has helped me stay on track during a busy week in Oakleigh.