Butler Village Medical Centre

25/10/2025

There’s a new way to find lung cancer early!

If you’re aged 50 to 70 and smoke or have smoked in the past, you might be eligible for the new National Lung Cancer Screening Program.

The scan is quick, free and could save your life.

If you think you might be eligible, have a yarn with you doctor or health worker.

It's good to know!

👉 Find out more: lungcancerscreen.org.au/firstnations

25/10/2025

Vale Emeritus Professor John Murtagh AO

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Emeritus Professor John Murtagh AO – a towering figure in Australian general practice.

His seminal textbook, John Murtagh’s General Practice, guided generations of GPs from medical school through training and beyond. John had a rare gift for making complex concepts and practical procedures clear, accessible and engaging.

His legacy with the College is profound:
• Editor of the RACGP’s scientific journal, Australian Family Physician, for nearly a decade in the 1980s and 1990s
• The RACGP’s John Murtagh Library named in his honour in 2005
• Awarded Life Fellowship of the RACGP in 2007

John was finalising the ninth edition of his textbook when he passed – a testament to his lifelong dedication to teaching and to general practice.

Our deepest sympathies to his wife Jill, his children and the Murtagh family. An era has ended, and his contribution will endure.

25/10/2025

25/10/2025

25/10/2025

‘Behind that consultation room door lies the most effective 15 minutes our health system has to offer,’ says one doctor ahead of his GP25 keynote.

18/09/2025

Amazing Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

28/08/2025

28/08/2025

Depression doesn’t always look the same and it can affect anyone.

Recognising the signs, understanding how symptoms can show up differently in each person, and knowing where to turn for help can make all the difference.

On our website, you’ll find practical, easy-to-read information about depression: from common signs and causes, to treatment options and ways to access support.

If you or someone you care about might be struggling, learn more about depression here 👉 https://bit.ly/4lphm5Y

28/08/2025

Expecting a baby and navigating gestational diabetes? It's all about finding the right balance.

Eating well is key for managing your blood glucose levels and providing the best nutrition for you and your growing baby. From understanding carbohydrates to making healthy fat choices, we've got comprehensive information to support you every step of the way.

🔗Learn more at: https://ow.ly/5zfq50WArNj