Harbourtown Day/Night Surgery

05/11/2025

💙 November is Men’s Health Month — also known as ! 💙

At HTDNS we’re proud to support men’s health awareness this month and encourage all men to take charge of their well-being.

This Movember, let’s shine a light on the health issues that matter most to men — prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and su***de prevention.

👨‍⚕️ Our message is simple:
✅ Don’t ignore symptoms — early detection can save lives.
✅ Schedule your regular check-ups and screenings.
✅ Talk openly about mental health and reach out if you’re struggling.
✅ Support your mates — a simple conversation can make all the difference.

Together, we can help men live longer, healthier, and happier lives. 💪

📅 Book your men’s health check with us today! Please call one of our friendly reception team on 07 5500 6661.

29/10/2025

HOW BULK BILLING WORKS AT OUR PRACTICE!
AS OF NOVEMBER 1ST, CHANGES TO MEDICARE AND ALSO OUR COMMITMENT TO PROVIDING ACCESSIBLE CARE MEANS THAT THIS PRACTICE WILL BULK BILL MOST CONSULTATIONS.
SOME SERVICES ARE NOT COVERED AND WILL INCUR A PRIVATE FEE, SUCH AS:

• COSMETIC PROCEDURES
• COMMERCICAL DRIVER’S LICENSE ASSESSMENTS
• PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS
• FILLING IN OF FORMS/REPORTS FOR LAWYERS/INSURANCE
• SERVICES FOR PATIENTS WHO ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR MEDICARE

WE WILL BE BULK BILLING (FOR MEDICARE ELIGIBLE PATIENTS):

• EAR SYRINGING
• IRON INFUSIONS
• IMPLANON REMOVAL/INSERTION
• 24 HR HOLTER MONITORS/BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORS
• SKIN CANCER CHECKS
• ECG'S

09/10/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

At Harbourtown Day/Night Surgery, we're joining the global effort to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.

✅ Early detection can save lives.
We encourage all women—especially those over 40 or with a family history of breast cancer—to speak with their GP about breast checks, mammograms, and risk factors.

📅 Book an appointment with your GP today to discuss your breast health. Taking a few minutes now could make all the difference.

Let’s work together to protect your health. 💗

📞 Call us on 07 5500 6661 or book online: www.harbourtownsurgery.com.au

16/09/2025

We are happy to announce that Dr Mo will be consulting Tuesday-Friday 4pm-8pm. Please call one of our friendly reception team to book in on
07 5500 6661 or you can book online www.harbourtownsurgery.com.au or alternatively through Hot Doc or Health Engine!

Harbourtown Day/Night Surgery Free flu vaccines are now available here at HTDNS! All Queensland residents 6 months of age or older can access the flu vaccine for free in 2025 under the Queensland government funded program from 1st March to 30th September. Please call our friendly reception team on 0...

01/09/2025

Wednesday, 10th September marks World Su***de Prevention Day.
First established in 2003 in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), this day—and the month surrounding it—aims to change public attitudes, break the stigma associated with su***de, and offer hope. It's also a time to share important resources with those affected by su***de. With the right support and timely intervention, many su***des can be prevented. If you feel you may be affected please call us on 07 5500 6661 to book an appointment with one of our GP's.

19/08/2025

Please note that the Gold Coast Show public holiday is Friday 29th of August. We will be open from 9am-2pm. Thankyou!

12/08/2025

We are happy to welcome Dr Mohamed Shalan (Dr Mo) to HTDNS! He completed his medical degree in Egypt in 2011 and worked in Emergency Departments in Egypt. He moved to Australia in 2017 and has been working in Emergency Departments in rural Australia. Dr Mo has decided to transition from Emergency Medicine to General Practice to help people maintain their health and quality of life. He has a special interest in emergency medicine, complex wound management, foreign body removal, mental health, men's health and paediatrics. He will be available Mondays from 8am-12:30pm and Saturdays 9am-2pm with a view to adding more hours in the near future. Please call our friendly reception team on 07 5500 6661 to make an appointment!

07/07/2025

Harbourtown Day/Night Surgery will be closed for renovations from the 8th July to the 16th July. For any scripts or urgent results/ matters you can make an appointment and register with Harbourtown Doctors here at Harbourtown Premium Outlets, located next to the Fruit Barn or call them on 07 5222 7117. Please ask their reception desk to have your results sent to them.

For Methadone, Suboxone or Subutex scripts or dosing please visit your nearest hospital.

For after-hours care, please call the National Home Doctor on 13SICK (137425) or the Hello Home Doctor Service on 134-100.
For any emergencies, please call 000 or present to your nearest
Emergency Department.

We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing all of our valued patients when we re-open.

03/07/2025

From July 1, 2025, women experiencing premature ovarian insufficiency, early menopause, perimenopause, or menopause symptoms, or undergoing treatment for these, will be eligible for a new health assessment which will be bulk-billed for patients with a current Medicare card. Please call our friendly reception team on 07 5500 6661 to book in with one of our GP's.

25/06/2025

To our valued patients, please be advised that Harbourtown Day/Night Surgery will be closed for renovations from 8th to 16th July. Please book in before then for any urgent referrals or scripts etc. Call our friendly reception team on 07 5500 6661.