Hope Island Medical Centre

06/11/2025

It’s MOVEMBER!
A month dedicated to raising awareness and improving outcomes in men’s health — including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health.
👨‍🦱 Whether you grow a mo’, move for men’s health, or simply start a conversation to “help save a bro”. — every action counts!

At Hope Island Medical Centre, we’re encouraging men across our community to take a proactive approach to their health!
✅ Book a check-up — early detection saves lives.
✅ Talk openly about mental health.
✅ Support each other — no one should face health challenges alone.
If it’s been a while since your last check-up, Movember is the perfect reminder to book an appointment.
📞 Call us on 5510 8199 or book online at www.himc.com.au
Together, let’s change the face of men’s health! 💙

22/10/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀
This provides an opportunity for us all to focus on breast cancer and its impact on those affected by the disease in our community.

Finding breast cancer early provides the best chance of surviving the disease. Remember you don’t need to be an expert or use a special technique to check your breasts.

Changes to look for include:
• a new lump or lumpiness, especially if it's only in one breast
• a change in the size or shape of your breast
• a change to the nipple, such as crusting, ulcer, redness or inversion
• a nipple discharge that occurs without squeezing
• a change in the skin of your breast such as redness or dimpling
• an unusual pain that doesn't go away.

Hope Island Medical Centre wants to encourage women of all ages to self-check and become “breast aware”. If you notice any changes, make an appointment with your GP to discuss further testing. Phone 5510 8199 or book online at www.himc.com.au

14/08/2025

🌞 Skin Cancer Checks with Dr Alison Burton 🌞

We’re excited to welcome Dr Alison Burton to the Skin Cancer Clinic at Hope Island Medical Centre! Dr Burton is a highly skilled doctor with a strong focus on the detection and treatment of skin cancer. With a commitment to early diagnosis and patient education, she offers exceptional care to individuals at risk of or affected by skin cancer.

🔍 With extensive experience identifying all types of skin cancers, Dr Burton provides thorough skin checks and tailored treatment plans based on each patient’s needs.

🤝 Known for her collaborative approach and compassionate care, Dr Burton ensures every patient receives the highest standard of medical attention in a supportive and respectful environment.

💰 Please note: Dr Burton charges private fees for all patients.

📅 Appointments are now available – don’t wait. Early detection can save lives.

📞 Call us on 55108199 or book online at www.himc.com.au

Hope Island Medical Centre was established as the first medical practice in Hope Island in 2006.

29/07/2025

Are you aged 50 - 70 years old? A current or ex-smoker?
You may be eligible for the new medicare funded National Lung Cancer Screening Program.
Talk to one of our GP's to discuss eligibility criteria and enrolment.