Dr Sammartino has established her practice, Melbourne Kidneys, in North Melbourne and offers the following services to her patients and referring GPs:

• Management of the full spectrum of renal disease: acute & chronic kidney disease, dialysis, referral for transplantation, post-transplantation care
• Management of women with a range of medical conditions through pregnancy: hypertension, diabetes, cardiac conditions, thyroid disease, connective tissue disease, clotting dysfunction, epilepsy, renal disease.
• A holistic and thorough approach to any internal medicine problem.

Having completed an Obstetric Medicine Fellowship at the Mater Health Service in Brisbane, she is accredited by the Society of Obstetric Medicine of Australia and New Zealand.

Public appointment:
• Western Health

Dr Sammartino’s schedule of fees is considerate of those experiencing financial difficulty. She firmly believes in maintaining a direct line of communication with referring GPs and will be available outside of standard working hours on her mobile telephone. Dr Sammartino will also provide prompt written correspondence following consultations.

Melbourne Kidneys works in close association with Melbourne Mothers.