Brainy Activ Precision

Noticing changes in your memory, or concerned about your brain health over time? Brainy Activ Precision is a GP-led brain health assessment designed to help you understand your current brain health and identify ways to reduce the risk of memory and concentration problems over time.

Many people worry that memory concerns automatically mean dementia. In reality, there are often reversible or manageable causes, and this clinic is designed to help clarify these early.

It can also be helpful to involve a family member or someone close to you, as they may provide an additional perspective on changes that have been noticed.

Who is this clinic for?

Many people who seek a brain health assessment notice subtle changes in memory or concentration. However, you do not need to have symptoms to attend. Other reasons to attend include:
Someone else has raised concerns about your memory or cognition
You have a family history of dementia
You have medical conditions that may affect brain health
You want reassurance about your current brain health

You want to understand your risk and take steps to reduce the likelihood of future memory and thinking problems.

This clinic welcomes patients at any stage, whether you have active symptoms, known risk factors, or simply want reassurance through a structured baseline assessment.

Your GP will guide you through the process and tailor the assessment to your individual needs and circumstances. You do not need a referral to attend.

Brain health risk factors

A number of common medical conditions and lifestyle factors are associated with an increased risk of dementia over time. Many of these affect blood flow to the brain, how the body processes energy, sleep quality, or how actively the brain is used and engaged. Over time, these factors can contribute to gradual changes in memory and other cognitive functions.

Importantly, many of these factors can be identified and improved. Addressing them early is an important part of protecting brain health over the long term.

Common medical conditions and risk factors include:

High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Diabetes
Obesity
Smoking
Excess alcohol use
Physical inactivity
Hearing loss

Vision loss

Depression

Social isolation

Traumatic brain injury

Air pollution

Lower levels of education

What does the clinic involve?

The clinic is centred around a comprehensive GP consultation, supported by a pre-assessment completed before your appointment. This allows the consultation to focus on your history, any concerns about memory or concentration, and relevant medical or lifestyle factors that may affect brain health.

As part of the assessment, your symptoms and individual risk factors are reviewed in a structured way to identify any factors that may be contributing to your current concerns or future risk.

Where appropriate, targeted investigations may be arranged based on your individual situation. These may include blood tests, brain imaging, or formal cognitive assessment with an experienced neuropsychologist, Dr Natalie Grima. The aim is to provide a clear understanding of your current brain health and identify any factors that can be addressed to reduce future risk.

You will be provided with a clear explanation of findings and an individualised plan to support your brain health over time.

It can also be helpful to have a family member or someone close to you attend the consultation. If needed, they can assist with completing the pre-assessment.

Step 1

Pre-Assessment

Complete online before your appointment (Include button which links directly to Cognito Form)

Step 2

GP Consultation (45 minutes)

Comprehensive assessment of symptoms, history, and risk factors

Step 3a

Targeted Blood Tests and Imaging

As indicated based on your assessment

Step 3b

Neuropsychology Assessment

Formal cognitive testing if required with Dr Natalie Grima

Learn more about neuropsychology assessment
Step 3c

Other Specialised Tests or Referrals

Individualised based on your needs

Step 4

GP Review (45 minutes)

Review results, clarify findings, and develop a personalised plan

Step 5

Ongoing Management and Support

Monitoring, treatment, and referrals as appropriate

What happens next?

Following your assessment, you will be provided with a clear explanation of findings and an individualised plan. This may include monitoring over time, addressing specific medical or lifestyle factors, or referral for further assessment where required.

Where appropriate, ongoing support may be recommended to reduce the risk of progression, including the broader Brainy Activ programs.

Blueprint Pathway

Focuses on education and understanding brain health

Protect Pathway

Provides structured exercise-based support

Dr. Natalie Grima

Dr Natalie Grima

Neuropsychological Assessments

Where appropriate, neuropsychological assessment may form part of your care. A 90-minute Cognitive Check-Up is $550, while a Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment, if recommended by your doctor, is $2,050. These assessments are out-of-pocket, and patients will be provided with a copy of the report.

The 90-minute Cognitive Check-Up is intended for individuals who have noticed possible changes in their cognition but remain largely independent in everyday life. This brief screening assessment helps determine whether concerns are most consistent with Subjective Cognitive Impairment (SCI), Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), or whether there are features suggestive of an emerging dementia syndrome that may require further investigation and referral.

A Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment is recommended for individuals with neurological, psychiatric, medical, or neurodevelopmental conditions that may be affecting cognition, behaviour, or daily functioning.

This assessment provides a detailed understanding of cognitive strengths and weaknesses, supports diagnostic clarification, and guides personalised recommendations for treatment, support, and ongoing management. A comprehensive assessment can take up 3 hours to complete followed by a separate 30-to-60-minute feedback session (can be telehealth).

Please discuss with your doctor regarding the appropriateness of a neuropsychological assessment.

More Information click here.

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Neuropsychological Assessments

Where appropriate, neuropsychological assessment may form part of your care. A 90-minute Cognitive Check-Up is $550, while a Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment, if recommended by your doctor, is $2,050. These assessments are out-of-pocket, and patients will be provided with a copy of the report.

The 90-minute Cognitive Check-Up is intended for individuals who have noticed possible changes in their cognition but remain largely independent in everyday life. This brief screening assessment helps determine whether concerns are most consistent with Subjective Cognitive Impairment (SCI), Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), or whether there are features suggestive of an emerging dementia syndrome that may require further investigation and referral.

A Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment is recommended for individuals with neurological, psychiatric, medical, or neurodevelopmental conditions that may be affecting cognition, behaviour, or daily functioning.

This assessment provides a detailed understanding of cognitive strengths and weaknesses, supports diagnostic clarification, and guides personalised recommendations for treatment, support, and ongoing management. A comprehensive assessment can take up 3 hours to complete followed by a separate 30-to-60-minute feedback session (can be telehealth).

Please discuss with your doctor regarding the appropriateness of a neuropsychological assessment.

More Information click here.

Costs and Practical Information

The clinic involves an initial 45-minute GP consultation, followed by a review consultation to discuss results and next steps.

Bluff Road Medical is a private-billing medical clinic. Please contact reception on (03) 9598 6244 for detailed fee information prior to your appointment.

Pricing Information

Costs listed are out-of-pocket expenses where applicable and may vary depending on your individual assessment.
Bluff Road Medical is a private-billing clinic. Please contact reception on (03) 9598 6244 for detailed fee information prior to your appointment.
Service Details Cost
GP Consultations 2 × 45-minute consultations (initial and review) $348 each (Medicare rebate $125.10)
Blood Tests Tailored to your assessment, including routine and specialised investigations where appropriate Baseline tests are generally covered by Medicare. Additional specialised tests may be discussed during your consultation
MRI Brain
Specialist MRI brain scan to assess for structural changes relevant to memory and cognition
$290
Neurocognitive Assessment Formal 90-minute cognitive assessment with a neuropsychologist $550 with more comprehensive assessment options recommended in some cases where clinically indicated
Auditory Cognitive Assessment Assessment of hearing and its impact on cognitive function $180 (Medicare rebate $125.05)

Brain Health Clinic FAQ’s

What conditions increase my brain health risk?

Brain health risk factors

A number of common medical conditions and lifestyle factors are associated with an increased risk of dementia over time. Many of these affect blood flow to the brain, how the body processes energy, sleep quality, or how actively the brain is used and engaged. Over time, these factors can contribute to gradual changes in memory and other cognitive functions.

Importantly, many of these factors can be identified and improved. Addressing them early is an important part of protecting brain health over the long term.

Common medical conditions and risk factors include:

High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Diabetes
Obesity
Smoking
Excess alcohol use
Physical inactivity
Hearing loss

Vision loss

Depression

Social isolation

Traumatic brain injury

Air pollution

Lower levels of education

What is a neuropsychology assessment?
Formal cognitive testing if required with Dr Natalie Grima
What is Brainy Activ Protect
Brain Activ Protect

Regular physical activity is one of the most important factors in maintaining brain health.

MedHP provides structured, supervised exercise programs tailored to the individual. These include strength training, aerobic exercise (such as walking or cycling), movement-based training to support balance and flexibility, and dual-task training, which combines physical activity with a mental task.

Where appropriate, patients may be referred to MedHP as part of their management plan to support brain health and reduce future risk.

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What is the Pre-Assessment Form?
The pre-assessment form is an online questionnaire completed before your first Brainy Activ Precision appointment. It asks about any concerns you may have, your medical history, lifestyle, mood, sleep, hearing, and how you manage day-to-day activities.

This helps your GP understand your concerns before the consultation and make better use of the appointment time. A family member or support person can help complete the form. They are also welcome and encouraged to attend the appointment.

The form does not make a diagnosis by itself. It helps guide the consultation and identify which areas may need closer attention.

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Ready to take the next step?

Book your Brainy Activ Precision appointment today or complete the pre-assessment form online.