Next Practice Deakin

03/12/2025

Next Practice Deakin – Psychological Safety Day 2025

Today is Psychological Safety Day—a global reminder of how important it is to create spaces where people feel comfortable to speak up, share ideas, ask questions, and express concerns without fear or judgement. In healthcare, this kind of environment is essential. It helps teams learn, supports wellbeing, and ultimately strengthens the care we provide to our community.

At Next Practice Deakin, psychological safety sits at the heart of how we work. As a teaching practice and a learning health system, we know that the quality and compassion of our care grows from a team culture where people feel safe to be honest, curious, and open.

Psychological Safety Day invites us to reflect on the things that matter most in how we work together. For us, this means:

• We lead with shared purpose. Every member of our team—clinical and non-clinical—comes together with a commitment to make a positive difference to the lives of our patients and communities. That shared purpose guides our decisions, shapes our culture, and keeps us grounded in what matters.

• We embrace learning. We see mistakes, near-misses, and challenges as opportunities to learn and improve. Our learning health system is built on reflection, openness, and continuous improvement.
During our most recent accreditation visit, this approach was recognised as a key strength—affirming how psychological safety helps us grow and deliver better care.

• We foster safe conversations. Our simple team norms—assuming positive intent, listening deeply, inviting every voice, and responding with kindness—help us show up for each other and for our patients, every day.

• We care for the humans caring for others. When our team feels safe and supported, they can be their best selves for our patients. Psychological safety helps reduce burnout, strengthens teamwork, and contributes to a brighter, more connected healthcare experience.

As we recognise Psychological Safety Day, we’re reminded that caring well for our community begins with caring well for each other. When our team feels safe, supported, and able to speak openly, we create a space where patients feel the same. Together, we build a practice that is welcoming, compassionate, and genuinely here for the people we serve.

14/11/2025

Today is World Diabetes Day — a moment to recognise the millions of people living with diabetes and to reaffirm our commitment to safe, evidence-based, person-centred care.

At Next Practice Deakin, we are proud members of the National Association of Diabetes Centres (NADC) and are actively exploring the newly released 5.0 Diabetes Service Standards to guide our next phase of capability and service enhancement.

Our vision is simple:
Better support, stronger systems, and care that wraps around the individual.
We already have an incredible multidisciplinary team — GPs, nurses, allied health practitioners, nurse practitioners, and three dedicated Diabetes Educators, who truly are the glue holding together high-quality, coordinated diabetes care.
As we review the new NADC standards, we’re building on this strong foundation to move to the next level of integrated, whole-of-person diabetes support for our community.

💙 Today, on World Diabetes Day, we acknowledge our patients, our team, and the ongoing work to create a healthier future — together.

09/11/2025

Need to see a GP today?

Appointments are available at Next Practice Deakin.

Our caring team of GPs, nurse practitioners and allied health practitioners are here to help with same-day and ongoing care.

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09/11/2025

📢 It’s Movember — let’s make it count.

November isn’t just about growing a moustache. At Next Practice Deakin we’re joining the global push to “change the face of men’s health” by shining a spotlight on men’s wellbeing: mental health, prostate and testicular health, chronic pain, lifestyle & weight management, AOD and more.

This Movember, take this moment to:

✅ Book a dedicated men’s health check-in.
✅ Talk lifestyle, balance, strength, and health goals.
✅ Get personalised support in a respectful, no-judgment environment.
Let’s turn that moustache into a conversation starter for real action.

📅 Book your consultation here: https://loom.ly/xNK4HcY

09/11/2025

🌿 Welcome Nurse Practitioner Dora Son to Next Practice Deakin!

We’re delighted to introduce Dora Son, an experienced Nurse Practitioner joining our team at Next Practice Deakin.
Dora is passionate about supporting patients to live well and take charge of their health. His areas of interest include:

💪 Men’s Health
⚖️ Lifestyle and Weight Management
💊 Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Health
💥 Chronic Pain Management

Dora works collaboratively with our doctors and allied health team to provide holistic, evidence-informed care tailored to each person’s needs.

📅 Appointments are now available – book online or through the Next Practice App.

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09/11/2025

Need to see a GP this Monday?

Appointments are available at Next Practice Deakin.

Our caring team of GPs, nurse practitioners and allied health practitioners are here to help with same-day and ongoing care.

https://loom.ly/oHL9jYA

📍 Deakin | 🌿 Modern care designed around you

Looking for a new kind of medical centre in Canberra? Next Practice Deakin provides a new kind of care to the Canberra community. Book an appointment now!

14/10/2025

🌍💚 Celebrating World Allied Health Day
Today we celebrate the incredible contribution of Allied Health Professionals — the clinicians who work alongside GPs, nurses and the broader care team to help people live healthier, more independent lives.
At Next Practice Deakin, we’re proud to have an integrated team that includes:
✨ Psychologists – supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health
✨ Accredited Mental Health Social Workers – providing counselling and connection to community supports
✨ Physiotherapists – improving strength, balance and mobility
✨ Pharmacists – optimising medicines and safety
✨ Dietitians – guiding healthy nutrition and lifestyle choices
✨ Exercise Physiologists – helping people move with confidence
✨ Oral Hygienists – promoting oral health as an essential part of overall wellbeing
Together, we bring a team-based approach that ensures every patient receives the right care, from the right professional, at the right time.
💚 Here’s to all Allied Health professionals — the connectors, problem-solvers, and innovators shaping better health every day.

10/10/2025

🌱 Today is World Mental Health Day — and at Next Practice Deakin we believe mental wellness is just as essential as physical health. Whether you’re feeling anxious, down, facing a big life change or just want a safe space to talk — we’re here.

Our integrated team offers:
• Expert GP care (helping you with physical & mental health, and linking you in to broader ongoing support).
• Dedicated psychology services for anxiety, mood changes, relationship stress, workplace pressures.
• Support from an accredited mental health social worker — helping you navigate practical issues, connect with resources & build resilience.

✅ What this means for you:
• You don’t have to look in separate places for mind and body care — one place, a coordinated team.
• Easy referral pathways between GPs, psychology, social work, allied health.
• Respectful, person-centred support — no “just one more referral” or feeling like you must go back to square one each time.

🎯 Today’s invitation: Make a small check-in. Ask yourself / a friend: “How am I really doing?” If the answer isn’t quite “good”, we’ll help you take the next step.

📞 Call us on (02) 6185 5555 or book our website deakin.nextpracticehealth.com

Let’s look after each other — mind and body. Because wellbeing covers all parts of who we are.

08/10/2025

We’re so proud of Barbara, our amazing Social Worker at Next Practice Deakin, who has been shortlisted for the 2025 AASW National Excellence Award – Social Worker of the Year! 👏

Barbara’s care and dedication make a difference every day for our patients, families, and team. 💚

Winners will be announced at the AASW National Excellence Awards in Sydney this November — we’ll be cheering for you, Barbara! 🥂

08/10/2025

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We have availability today for consultations — whether it’s for a new concern, a follow-up, or just to stay on top of your health.
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