ABOUT US
We are committed to a collaborative partnership with you and your GP in your pain rehabilitation journey.
Excel Pain and Wellness is a specialist consultative clinic in the suburb of Dandenong, 30 km southeast of Melbourne’s CBD. The clinic is located across from Dandenong Hospital, one of the major teaching hospitals of Monash Health.
Excel Pain and Wellness brings a holistic approach to pain management and wellness, addressing not only the biological basis of the pain but also the person who has the pain and the context in which disability and suffering take place.
Vision
The vision of Excel Pain and Wellness is to reduce disability and suffering and enhance self confidence in pain management and engagement in life. Ultimately, the patient’s wellness is elevated to a higher level.
Mission
The mission of Excel Pain and Wellness is to partner with the patients and their General Practitioners to achieve its vision of making a positive contribution to patients suffering from pain. The Excel Pain and Wellness team is dedicated to providing excellent, holistic, patient centred care in an evidence-based manner, ensuring you receive the best possible care.
Core Values
What makes us different
• Excellence
• Caring and Compassion
• Respect
• Communication
• Patient-centred
• Potential in life for all people
You're the Focus
We take the time to listen to your concerns and understand your health goals. Every decision is made collaboratively, ensuring you feel empowered and informed throughout your healthcare journey.
Compassion
Our team is dedicated to providing a warm and welcoming environment. We treat you with respect and empathy, fostering a trusting relationship where you feel comfortable discussing any health concern.
Proactive Care
Our care goes beyond addressing illness. We focus on preventive measures and proactive approaches to optimize your overall well-being.
Shared Decision Making
We believe in informed patients. Together, we explore treatment options and make decisions that best suit your needs and preferences.
Core Values
What makes us different
• caring and Compassion
• Respect
• Communication
• Patient-centred
• Potential in life for all people.
You're the Focus
We take the time to listen to your concerns and understand your health goals. Every decision is made collaboratively, ensuring you feel empowered and informed throughout your healthcare journey.
Compassion
Our team is dedicated to providing a warm and welcoming environment. We treat you with respect and empathy, fostering a trusting relationship where you feel comfortable discussing any health concern.
Proactive Care
Our care goes beyond addressing illness. We focus on preventive measures and proactive approaches to optimize your overall well-being.
Shared Decision Making
We believe in informed patients. Together, we explore treatment options and make decisions that best suit your needs and preferences.
Practitioner
Dr Aston Wan
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Dr Aston Wan is a highly skilled and experienced Pain Medicine Specialist with a special interest in musculoskeletal medicine, headache medicine and medical education. Dr Wan obtained his medical degree at Trinity College, University of Dublin, Ireland and completed his specialist postgraduate fellowships in General Practice (FRACGP) and then Pain Medicine (FFPMANZCA).
Previously, he was the director of persistent pain at the Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane and Barbara Walker Centre for Pain Management, St Vincent’ Melbourne. He has a deep understanding of the complex nature of chronic pain.