Hamilton Medical Group

14/03/2026

Early detection can make all the difference.

If you’re aged 50–70, with a history of smoking and no signs or symptoms, you may be eligible for a free low-dose CT scan through the new National Lung Cancer Screening Program.

Speak with your GP to see if you are eligible for the program.
Find out more: health.gov.au/nlcsp

13/03/2026

09/03/2026

Have you thought about what matters most to you when it comes to your future health care?

Join us for a clear, practical session on Advance Care Planning—what it is, why it’s important, and how to make your wishes known.

Get straightforward guidance on medical decisions, financial planning, and legal tools like powers of attorney and wills.

Come along to our Community Forum:
Tuesday 17 March, 2 to 3:30 pm at the WDHS Education Centre, 20 Foster Street, Hamilton.

Light afternoon tea provided.

Open to all community members, aged care residents, families, and staff.

RSVP on 03 5551 8523.

Advance Care Planning— Your story, your choice.

Southern Grampians Shire Council
National Centre for Farmer Health
Hamilton Spectator
981 3HA

06/03/2026

Long Weekend Hours

We will be open Saturday 7 March with two doctors available from 9.00am to 12.00 noon.

The clinic will be closed at all other times.

Enjoy the long weekend!

05/03/2026

✨ Don’t wait for symptoms. ✨

Breast screening is the best way to find breast cancer early, often long before you’d notice any changes yourself.

If you’re over 40, you can book a free breast screen every two years through BreastScreen Australia. Women aged 50 to 74 are actively invited to participate.

Prioritise your health. It only takes a few minutes. 💗

Book an appointment by going to https://bookings.breastscreen.org.au/ or ring📱 13-20-50.

04/03/2026

Anemia is common and often caused by low iron. Symptoms can include ongoing fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath, and difficulty concentrating. For some people, iron tablets aren’t effective or tolerated.

In these cases, iron infusions may be a safe and effective treatment option, helping restore iron levels more quickly.

At the Hamilton Medical Group, your GP can assess iron deficiency and arrange iron infusions within the practice when required.

Talk to your GP about testing your iron levels and the treatment options.

26/02/2026

Important Notice to Our Patients

Due to an increase in incidents involving aggressive and verbally abusive behaviour toward our doctors and staff, we would like to remind everyone of our zero-tolerance policy.

The safety and wellbeing of our doctors, nurses, reception team, patients, and visitors is our highest priority. Threatening, abusive, or disruptive behaviour, whether in person or over the phone, will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

In recent instances, unacceptable conduct has resulted in patients being asked to leave the premises and, where necessary, police being contacted to ensure the safety of others.

We understand that medical situations can be stressful, and we are always here to help. However, we expect all interactions to remain respectful. Any behaviour that compromises the safety of our team or other patients may result in immediate termination of care.

We appreciate the cooperation and understanding of the vast majority of our patients who continue to treat our team with courtesy and respect.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and supportive environment for everyone.

25/02/2026

Announcing our 3rd Major Sponsor for the 2026 Mother’s Day Classic in Hamilton is Hamilton Medical Group 👏🎀

As a local medical group practice, Hamilton Medical Group plays an important role in caring for our community every single day. Their commitment to health and wellbeing makes them a perfect partner for an event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research.
We are incredibly grateful for their support in helping us bring the Mother’s Day Classic back to Hamilton.

We are very grateful for the community support to this event so far. 🎀

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25/02/2026

Have you moved since your last bowel screening test?

Make sure your next bowel screening kit can find you. 🎯
If you’ve updated your address with Medicare or the National Cancer Screening Register, your kit will be sent to your new home.

If you haven’t received a kit:
✅update your address with Medicare today
✅request a kit by searching ‘free bowel test’.

It’s quick, it’s free — and it could save your life. 💙

24/02/2026

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Australia, and many skin cancers first appear as a new mole or a change in an existing one.

That’s why it’s important to know what to look for. The ABCDE rule can help you spot changes in moles that may be a sign of skin cancer 🔎

If you notice a new mole, or one that’s changing in size, shape or colour, don’t ignore it. See your doctor, early detection can save lives 👩‍⚕️

23/02/2026

𝐆𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐏 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
Did you know a standard GP consultation is around 12 minutes? During this time, your GP can usually address 1–2 concerns thoroughly.

If you have multiple issues to discuss, your doctor may recommend booking a longer or follow-up appointment to ensure each concern receives the attention it deserves.

When booking, please let our reception team know if your appointment is for:
• Multiple concerns
• Medical or insurance paperwork
• WorkCover matters
• Employment medicals
• Driver’s licence assessments
• Mental health plans

This helps us schedule the right appointment type and length for your needs.

Thank you for helping us provide you with the best possible care.

22/02/2026

There is an increased risk of measles in Victoria, especially in metropolitan Melbourne. Local transmission has occurred in Melbourne among people with no recent overseas travel or known public exposure.

Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others.

Anyone who develops symptoms should seek medical care and testing for measles. Call the health service beforehand to advise that you may have been exposed to measles and wear a face mask.

The public exposure sites web page will be updated on an ongoing basis as new sites are identified: https://go.vic.gov.au/4aGYlde

For more information about vaccinations and symptoms to monitor: https://go.vic.gov.au/4rvHzE5