Melanie Bissessor

Infectious Disease Specialist

Female📍 Carlton

About of Melanie Bissessor

Melanie Bissessor is an Infectious Disease Specialist based at 580 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC 3053, Australia. She helps people who are dealing with infections that can feel embarrassing, stressful, or hard to figure out. In many cases, getting the right tests and treatment early makes a big difference.


Her work covers a range of infections, especially sexually transmitted infections. This includes things like gonorrhea and chlamydia, as well as syphilis and lymphogranuloma venereum. She also looks after people with urethritis and cervicitis. HIV/AIDS care is part of her infectious disease work too, along with support and treatment plans that fit what each person needs.


Melanie also cares for infections in the gut and around the rectum. People may come in with issues such as shigellosis, viral gastroenteritis, or proctitis. At times, symptoms can overlap with other conditions, so she focuses on getting clear answers from history and testing, rather than guessing.


You might also be seen for related viral infections like oral herpes, or for ongoing concerns that bring pain and discomfort, including anal fissure. The goal is to help you understand what’s going on, what can be done next, and what to watch for if things don’t improve.


Over time, Melanie’s infectious disease training and clinical work have helped her build a practical, calm approach to care. She uses up-to-date guidance and keeps an eye on new research when it’s relevant to treatment decisions. If clinical trials are available in a given situation, she can discuss options in a simple way, but the main focus is making sure you’re getting the right care for your current condition.

Services & Conditions Treated

ProctitisGonorrheaLymphogranuloma VenereumSyphilisUrethritisAnal FissureCervicitisChlamydiaHIV/AIDSOral HerpesShigellosisViral Gastroenteritis

Publications

1 total

Telehealth for HIV care and management among people living with HIV in Australia: results from an online survey.

Sexual health • March 31, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Dr Melanie Bissessor offer?
Dr Melanie Bissessor focuses on infectious diseases and sexual health. Her listed services include diagnosing and treating infections such as gonorrhoea, chlamydia, syphilis, urethritis, proctitis, cervicitis, oral herpes, shigellosis and viral gastroenteritis, as well as HIV/AIDS care and related conditions.
Which conditions does she commonly treat?
Common conditions treated include sexually transmitted infections like gonorrhoea, chlamydia, syphilis, urethritis, cervicitis, proctitis, and HIV/AIDS, along with other infectious diseases such as oral herpes and gastroenteritis.
Where is the clinic located?
The practice is at 580 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC 3053, Australia.
How do I book an appointment?
To book a visit with Dr Bissessor, please contact the clinic directly at the provided address. If you have questions about availability, call the clinic to arrange a suitable time.
Do I need a referral to see her?
Information about referrals isn’t listed here. Please check with the clinic when you book your appointment.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring any relevant medical information, symptoms, and a list of current medications. If you’re getting testing for sexually transmitted infections, bring details of any previous test results if available.