Glebe Hill Family Practice

18/02/2026

We're excited to welcome Julie to our reception team. Julie has background in education and general practice administration.

In her spare time Julie enjoys camping and spending time with her friends and family.

Welcome to the team Julie!

18/02/2026

We really appreciate your feedback!

Here's some feedback we've received and acted upon recently at GHFP Nurture.

“The entrance door always confuses me” – We are currently reviewing and updating signage and visibility of the entrance to Nurture, working with a graphic designer to make the practice more visible and inviting! We are also making signage clearer for patients where to go once you enter the practice for the General Practice, Travel Clinic and Pathology.

“More appointments available on the day. At least one appointment available for all doctors. It would quickly fill during the day” – In the past 6 months we have welcomed Dr Alice Frampton, Dr Heather Price and Dr Rebecca Kelly to the team. This has greatly increased available appointments each day. Additionally, we reserve a number of appointments for booking on the day.

“Cheaper pricing for pensioners.” – Concession card holders receive a reduced fee for consultations with their practitioner, see our website fees page for more information (link in comments)

”I like the care expertise and professionalism. And that you ask for feedback!” – We now send Patient feedback surveys to random patients each fortnight. These surveys help up to understand where we can improve and where we are meeting the needs of our patients!

12/02/2026

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS!

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to expand our appointment availability and capacity in response to feedback from both new and existing patients.

This year, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming new GPs to GHFP Nurture and Glebe Hill Family Practice—and thanks to this growth, we’re excited to announce that appointments are now open to new patients across Hobart and surrounding suburbs!

GPs accepting new patient appointments are:
GHFP Nurture:
- Dr Rebecca Kelly
- Dr Heather Price
- Dr Jonathan Choong

Glebe Hill Family Practice:
- Dr Aisling Gillen
- Dr Daniel Herbert
- Dr Elif Stoneman
- Dr Gianni Fantini
- Dr Parth Patel

If you’re looking for a GP who provides compassionate, quality care, you can now book online as a new patient or get in touch with our friendly reception team.

📞 Glebe Hill Family Practice: (03) 6169 0000
📞 GHFP Nurture: (03) 6169 0005

We look forward to caring for you and your family! 💙

We aim to sustainably provide evidence-based and person-centred health care in a physically and emotionally safe environment.

11/02/2026

New research has shown that if Australians reduce their annual alcohol consumption by one litre per person, thousands of cancer deaths could be prevented each year.

The La Trobe Uni study analysed over 70 yrs if Australian mortality, alcohol and to***co consumption, and health expenditure data, and the findings were published in the British Journal of Cancer.

Long term alcohol exposure is a causative factor in many cancers, including breast, bowel and liver cancer.

Choosing to drink less alcohol makes a big difference to your current and future health.

08/02/2026

Both practices are closed for the public holiday on Monday 9th Feb and reopen Tuesday 10th Feb.

Appointments are available online for the coming weeks for existing patients.

New patients can currently book online for:
- Travel Clinic (at Nurture)
- Physiotherapy (at Glebe Hill Family Practice)

AND…

for a short time only, online New Patient bookings are currently open for Dr Rebecca Kelly, our new GP, at GHFP Nurture.

04/02/2026

GHFP Nurture is currently accepting new patients!

We have GPs accepting new patients from the local area at GHFP Nurture, located in Glebe Hill Village.

New patient appointments are currently available for:

- Dr Rebecca Kelly (pictured here!)
- Dr Jonathan Choong

To organise a new patient appointment, please give our friendly reception team a call on (03) 6169 0005.

28/01/2026

⚠️ Warning: Bluebottles on Tasmanian beaches

We’ve recently seen an influx of bluebottles at a number of beaches across the state. If you’re heading to the coast, take a moment to check the shoreline and know what to do if someone is stung.

👀 How to spot a bluebottle
Look for a small blue/purple, air-filled “float” (up to around 8cm) with a long blue te****le hanging underneath. The te****le can be short and contracted, or extend for metres (sometimes there may be more than one).

⛑️ First aid
1. Do not allow rubbing of the sting area.
2. Adherent blue te****les may be seen after a sting and are distinctive for Physalia. Remove any adhering te****les.
3. Rinse the area well with sea water (not freshwater).
4. Place the sting area in hot water - no hotter than the rescuer can comfortably tolerate for 20 minutes.
5. If the pain is unrelieved by heat, or if hot water is not available, apply cold packs or ice in a dry plastic bag.
6. Send for medical aid if symptoms persist.

📲 More Information
BeachSafe: https://brnw.ch/21wZpLS
SLSA BluebottleWatch: https://brnw.ch/21wZpLR

27/01/2026

Unfortunately, GHFP Nurture and Glebe Hill Family Practice have no water at the moment due to a burst water main in the local area.

If you're attending the practice today, please be aware the toilets will be out of order.

Sorry for the inconvenience!

27/01/2026

Shingrix is a highly effective vaccine against shingles suitable for adults.

A two-dose course of Shingrix is available government-funded (“free”) for:
• people aged 65 +
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 50+
• people aged 18+ considered at increased risk of herpes zoster due to an underlying condition and/or immunomodulatory/immunosuppressive treatments

Interesting facts about shingles and Shingrix:
• Shingles is a painful rash which comes from the chickenpox virus (varicella) living dormant in your spine
• 1 in 3 people will get Shingles in their life
• Symptoms of shingles typically include severe nerve pain which lasts 2-4 weeks
• There’s a small chance of persistent pain after Shingles, which is called Post Herpetic Neuralgia
• The newer shingles vaccine, Shingrix, offers over 90% protection against Shingles

Shingrix vaccine is available at our bulk-billed Immunisation Clinics at GHFP Nurture and at Glebe Hill Family Practice.

22/01/2026

Cognitive decline is a normal part of getting older, but there is a lot that you can do to prevent dementia.

Here are some key Brain-Healthy actions that you can make part of everyday life now, and for the long term:

Lifestyle & Habits:
🥾 Physical Activity: Regular exercise (cardio & strength training) improves heart and brain health. Aim for 150 mins/week.
🥗 Healthy Diet: Focus on plants, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and fish; reduce meat and processed foods (mediterranean diet).
🚭 No Smoking: Staying away from to***co smoke significantly reduces risk.
🚰 Limit Alcohol: Less alcohol is best!
🛌 Good Sleep: Aim for 7-8 hours and maintain a routine.
👷‍♂️ Protect Your Head: Prevent serious head injuries and concussions.

Mental & Social Well-being:
🧠 Stay Mentally Active: Puzzles, learning new skills, reading, or hobbies stimulate your brain.
👥 Stay Socially Connected: Combat isolation by engaging with friends, family, or community groups.
🎭 Manage Mental Health: Treat depression and stress; talk to a doctor if you feel low.

Medical Management
♥️ Heart Health: Control blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar.
🦻 Hearing: Treat hearing loss with hearing aids and protect ears from loud noise.
👩‍⚕️ Regular Check-ups: See your GP for regular check-ups and to manage chronic conditions.

15/01/2026

We're proud to launch our new website, providing separate online spaces for:
- Glebe Hill Family Practice
- GHFP Nurture, and
- Travel Clinic @ Nurture!

You can bookmark the main page or now bookmark the page of your practice!

Our new website is focussed on the actions you regularly need (e.g. making an appointment). More detailed information, services and news have been moved to the menus.

Please help us plug the Travel Clinic @ Nurture to your family and friends. It's the only travel clinic on the Eastern Shore and available to the general public for bookings!