Covid-19 Update

June 2021

Covid-19 Vaccinations
We are offering the AstraZeneca vaccine for any patient 50 and over

We take the following very seriously.  You must not ATTEND or ENTER our practice:
If you, or someone with you,  is suffering from the following type of symptoms (even if minor):

Temperature,  Sore or blocked ears, Sore throat, Sniffle, Cough
A recent negative Covid test
Gastro (Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea
Even if you think the cause is Asthma or a possible allergy

Instead, please book a Telehealth appointment and we will let you know what to do
(You can book through our website or Reception).
If you (or someone with you) becomes unwell on the day of appointment, please ring us from home and we will let you know what to do.  Some patients may be directed to a local respiratory clinic where they can perform physical examinations, provide treatment and prescribe if necessary.

Our aim is to keep our practice free from infection for you and your family as well as visiting patients and staff.

Telehealth criteria:

1. a valid Medicare card
2. a face to face visit at our practice in the previous 12 months.
3. Patient present when doctor calls (regardless of age)

If criteria is not met, an $80 fee is payable after the call (no rebate).

Telehealth  appointmentS:
Please review the Telehealth criteria above.
Telehealth is suitable for simple appointment reasons, more complex issues like medical, insurance or WorkCover services should be booked through Reception as some appointments need a double appointment, a few quoted or treatment room time allocated.   Check with Reception if you are unsure as the practice may invoice you  for lost GP time you if you book inappropriately.

Face to face appointments:
We welcome patients to our practice.  Do read our door signs as entry conditions often change.
We are here to help you but patients deliberately attending when unwell is taken very seriously.
It puts patients and staff at risk of infection.  A sick doctor means a covid test, time off work and many patients having their appointment cancelled.
Social distancing is important so please attend alone or with as few people as possible.
If seating is full you can wait outside but let Reception know so they can tell your doctor.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!