Next Practice Braddon

31/01/2026

📣Doctor Spotlight🩺

Dr Dick Quan is an experienced General Practitioner who graduated from UNSW and completed his internship in Canberra. Dr Quan founded and sold Holdsworth House Medical Practice (Sydney, Brisbane & Byron Bay). He returns to practice in Canberra, with interests in chronic disease, weight management, sexual health and is an HIV S100 prescriber. He is currently Faculty Director of Global Health, UCLA in Australia & regularly speaks at conferences. Through his GP Mentoring Programme & clinical trial research participation, he is committed to medical care advancements in the community.

Outside of medicine Dr Quan is a passionate supporter of the Arts, the National Gallery of Australia & the NPG. He enjoys good food and design, having once written articles about watches for Wish Magazine/The Australian & medical issues in Elle. Always curious about the future through learnings from the past.

Dr Quan will commence at Next Practice Braddon on Wednesday 18th of February 2026. Please book via Hotdoc https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/braddon-ACT-2612/next-practice-braddon/doctors/dr-dick-quan-1 or call 02 5119 9200📲for an appointment.

To learn more of Dr Quan:

https://www.international.ucla.edu/institute/article/293320
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anDFq0D-zFQ
https://www.theaustralian.com.au/life/wish/in-times-like-these/news-story/1ac42d124c7cc5d9028234998f985fa2

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30/01/2026

📣Doctor Spotlight #3🩺

Dr Shanika Samuel is a specialist General Practitioner (GP) with the RACGP. She grew up locally in Canberra. She completed her medical training in Armidale at the University of New England. She then returned to Canberra to complete her internship and residency within the Canberra Hospital and local health network. Dr Samuel completed her specialist general practice training in rural New South Wales in Wagga Wagga and Young.

She has also completed her Diploma of Child Health through the Sydney Children's Hospital Network. She enjoys all aspects of general practice, including women's health, mental health, preventative health and chronic disease management.

Dr Samuel is available for consultations Monday to Thursday at Next Practice Braddon.

Please book through Hotdoc https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/braddon-ACT-2612/next-practice-braddon/doctors/dr-shanika-samuel-4 or call 02 5119 9200 📲for more information.

23/01/2026

🥳Happy long weekend, everyone!🏖️

According to the Bureau of Meteorology, temperatures are expected to rise into the mid to high 30s this weekend, with severe heatwave conditions forecast from tomorrow into early next week.

With hot weather ahead, remember to keep cool, stay hydrated💧, and use sun protection if you’re spending time outdoors.

Heat‑related illnesses 🥵 are serious and can include dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke — a life‑threatening emergency.

Children, older adults, and people with long‑term health conditions are at higher risk during extreme heat ☀️.

If you think you or someone else is becoming unwell from the heat, contact your doctor, call 000 or visit the nearest hospital emergency department 🏥.

📅 Next Practice Braddon is open on Saturday 24/1/26 but closed on Monday 26/01/26. For afterhours support, please call CALMS on (02) 6260 3300.

Stay safe, stay cool, and enjoy your long weekend!

Source: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/hot-weather-risks-and-staying-cool

25/12/2024

Next Practice Braddon wishes everyone a joyous and peaceful festive holiday.🥳While we have reduced opening hours over the next two weeks, Doctors Ken Lee, Eu Jern Tan, and Morgan Sheridan are still available for appointments.⭐️

Our usual operating hours will recommence on Monday January 6, 2025.

04/10/2024

Great news! 👏 Next Practice Braddon will open on Labour Day Public Holiday 7/10/2024 from 9am to 1pm. Dr Morgan Sheridan and Dr Eu Jern Tan have appointments available. Please book via Hotdoc or call us for more information.

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25/09/2024

📣Doctor Spotlight #2🩺

Dr Morgan Sheridan studied and trained in Canberra before qualifying as a specialist General Practitioner.

While he enjoys all aspects of general practice, Dr Sheridan has special interests in skin cancer, minor surgery, dermatology and sexual/reproductive health. He has completed further training in these areas.

You can book to see Dr Sheridan on Tuesdays and Saturdays at Next Practice Braddon.

Book on Hotdoc or call 02 5119 9200 📲 for more information.

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23/08/2024

📣 Doctor Spotlight #1 🩺👩‍⚕️

Dr Rochelle Venturi studied and trained in Brisbane before settling in Canberra with her family. Her areas of interest include antenatal care, women's and children's health, menopause management, and cosmetic medicine.

In addition to general practice, Dr Rochelle Venturi offers her medical aesthetics clinic on Saturdays.

Book on Hotdoc or call 02 5119 9200 📲 for more information.

https://www.hotdoc.com.au/.../doctors/dr-rochelle-venturi-2

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07/08/2024

Hi Everyone, we have an important announcement to make. 📣

Starting from Wednesday August 14th 2024, Next Practice Braddon will transition to HotDoc for ALL online appointment bookings. Unfortunately the Next Practice website and app will no longer be supported.

With a HotDoc account, you can easily book and manage your appointment bookings at Next Practice Braddon. 👍

Please visit https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/braddon-ACT-2612/next-practice-braddon/doctors for more information.

18/07/2024

06/07/2024

Do you require a repeat prescription? Easily request your regular medications through Hotdoc online with your usual GP!

https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/braddon-ACT-2612/next-practice-braddon/doctors

*Terms and conditions apply. Your doctor may take a few business days to process the request.

09/06/2024

Next Practice Braddon is open today for King's Birthday Public Holiday.

Dr Eu Jern Tan will be seeing patients from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Please book online at https://nextpracticehealth.com/locations/act-braddon

07/05/2024

It's that time of the year again! The flu season🦠 is just around the corner, and it's crucial to stay protected. Good news for everyone in Australia: the 2024 flu vaccines are now available! As part of the National Immunisation Program, free vaccines are offered to those most at risk, including young children, pregnant women, indigenous people, seniors, and individuals with certain medical conditions. 👩🏽‍👧🏻‍👦🏼

For more detailed information on the vaccine, eligibility, and how to get your shot, check out the official health department resources. Stay well, everyone!
https://www.health.gov.au/influenza-vaccination