Pear Tree Family Practice

05/03/2026

Managing your health between appointments takes a little organisation, but small habits can make a big difference.

Maintain a Daily Log: For complex conditions, keep a daily log to track symptoms, medication, food, exercise, and pain levels. This helps identify trends over time and means you can provide accurate, detailed information to your doctor when it matters most.

Digitalise Your Records: Use scanning apps to digitise paper records, making them easy to share with specialists or access quickly in an emergency.

Schedule Proactively: Don't wait for symptoms to worsen before booking in. Schedule routine, inevitable appointments such as annual check-ups, dental cleanings, and specialist reviews well in advance. The easiest time to do this is before you leave your previous appointment.

Prepare for Appointments: Before any appointment, take a few minutes to write down your top questions, current symptoms, and any recent medication changes. A quick "brain dump" beforehand ensures you don't walk out wishing you'd remembered to mention something important.

04/03/2026

Have you checked out our fish tank recently?

We have a few new friends join the team!

04/03/2026

Farewell Doctor Kristy Plamer
We'd like to let our patients know that Dr Kristy Palmer will be finishing up at our clinic on 12th March.

We wish Kristy all the best in her next chapter.

If you are a current patient of Dr Palmer's, you are welcome to see on of our 3 doctors that are taking on new patients. If you are unsure about your ongoing care, please give our team a call we're happy to help. Phone: 08 7228 5818

25/02/2026

Concussion is the common name used for a mild traumatic brain injury. It means that the brain has actually moved within the skull and the electrical signals within the brain have been disrupted. Like in a computer when the wiring is impacted, the brain then cannot function as quickly or as well as normal.

If you have a had a recent concussion, need clearance to go back to work or sports from a recent concussion or believe you might be experiencing any of the above please book an appointment with our in house Sports Physician Registrar Robert Buckley.

If you want to know more, visit our website.

Your athletic performance and active lifestyle are important to your overall wellbeing. Our specialised sports medicine services are designed to keep you performing at your best while addressing the unique physical demands people face in sport and exercise.

24/02/2026

MyMedicare is a free, voluntary program that strengthens the connection between you, your GP, and your healthcare team for better ongoing care.

Why register?

Registering with your regular practice helps your GP provide more coordinated, personalised care tailored to your health needs leading to better health outcomes.

Key benefits include:

-Longer telehealth consultations access Medicare-funded phone and video appointments over 20 minutes with your registered GP

-Better chronic condition management improved support for managing complex, ongoing health issues

-Enhanced aged care support more regular GP visits and better care planning for aged care residents

22/02/2026

Reminder about Express Clinic Appointments. Urgent same-day appointments can be booked online or via phone 08 7228 5818

Our Pear Tree Express appointments are designed for patients presenting with:
Urinary tract infections (UTI)
Suspected fractures or broken bones
Wound dressings and minor cuts
Animal bites (excluding snake bites)
Minor Burns

03/02/2026

Please be aware. If you have any of these symptoms, please call the clinic for a review.

02/02/2026

There are 8 new Urgent Care Clinics in SA

Eight Medicare Urgent Care Clinics are now open across South Australia, including six in metro Adelaide and two regional clinics.

The clinics provide timely care for patients with urgent, but non life-threatening health conditions, who cannot get an appointment at their usual GP.

✔️ Walk in, no appointment or referral needed
✔️ Bulk-billed, free care
✔️ Open 7 days a week
✔️ Staffed by doctors and nurses

Avoid waiting in a hospital emergency department for issues like sprains and fractures, cuts, wounds and minor illnesses, infections and minor burns.

For more information and to find your nearest Medicare Urgent Care Clinic, visit www.health.gov.au/MedicareUCC

31/01/2026

February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Each year in Australia around 1,900 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer ovarian cancer, and most cases are detected at advanced stages when treatment is most difficult. To learn more:

Held in February each year to educate, advocate and elevate awareness of ovarian cancer.

23/01/2026

Stay safe everyone ☀️

Extended periods of extreme heat can lead to heat related illnesses. Keep these phone numbers handy in case of an emergency caused by extreme heat.

Remember, heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency. If you notice symptoms including headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and confusion, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

For more information, visit sahealth.sa.gov.au/healthyintheheat

20/01/2026

Managing Back-to-School Anxiety and Transition Stress
It's completely normal for children to feel anxious about returning to school or starting a new school year. Changes in routine, new teachers, different classmates, or increased academic expectations can all trigger stress.

How to help your child:

-Start re-establishing school routines 1-2 weeks before term begins (earlier bedtimes, regular meal times)
-Visit the school before the first day if possible, especially for new students
-Talk positively about school while acknowledging their feelings
Practice the morning routine together
-Read books about starting school or making friends
-Arrange playdates with classmates before school starts
-Keep goodbyes brief and confident on drop-off
-For older children and teens: Listen without judgment, help them problem-solve specific concerns, encourage connection with friends, and maintain open communication about their day.

Physical symptoms of anxiety: Watch for stomach aches, headaches, difficulty sleeping, changes in appetite, or excessive clinginess - these can all be signs of anxiety rather than physical illness.

15/01/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Dr Chantelle is joining our Pear Tree family! Her addition to our team means we can continue providing exceptional care to our growing community.

Dr Chantelle brings over 10 years of experience in General Practice, with special expertise in Women's Health, Child and Adolescent Health, Transgender Health, and Chronic Disease Management. Her wealth of knowledge and compassionate approach to patient care make her a wonderful addition to our clinic.
Great news – Dr Chantelle is now accepting new patients! To book an appointment with her, you can:

Book online through our website or via the AMS app
OR call the clinic directly on 08 7228 5818