Summerdale Medical Centre

01/02/2026

February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month!

In Australia, 5 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every day.
Know the symptoms, and talk to your GP if you have any concerns.

Find out more at: https://www.ovariancancer.net.au

20/01/2026

Please see below for details of our opening hours during the Australia Day long weekend.

🕘 Saturday 24 January
9:00am – 3:30pm
*Hours may vary depending on patient demand

🚫 Sunday 25 January – Closed
🚫 Monday 26 January (Australia Day) – Closed

📞 For after-hours information, please phone 6344 7177 (available all hours)
🌐 or visit

Summerdale Medical Practice is committed to providing comprehensive general practice care of the best possible standard. Call us today.

06/01/2026

We’re back!!

We have access to our computers again! Apologies to everyone who has been trying to call and book appointments this morning.
Please be patient as our staff work through this back log of calls.

06/01/2026

Please be aware that there has been a power outage that is impacting our practice this morning. We will update as more information becomes available.

06/01/2026

A script clinic appointment is a quick phone consult for repeat scripts only, and only if you have been seen face to face in the last 12 months.

Please note that medications for pain, sleep, weight loss, smoking cessation and authority prescriptions are not eligible for script clinics.

Please call our friendly reception team on 63447177, or book online

22/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Summerdale Medical Practice 🎄

We wish all of our patients a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy holiday season 🎅✨
Please see our Christmas & New Year opening hours below:

🕒 Opening Hours

Wednesday 24 December: 8:00am – 12:30pm*
Thursday 25 December: Closed
Friday 26 December: Closed
Saturday 27 December: 9:00am – 3:30pm*
Sunday 28 December: Closed
Monday 29 December: 8:00am – 7:00pm*
Tuesday 30 December: 8:00am – 7:00pm*
Wednesday 31 December: 8:00am – 12:30pm*
Thursday 1 January: Closed
Friday 2 January: 8:00am – 6:00pm*
* Opening hours are subject to patient demand.

For after-hours information, visit www.summerdalemedical.com.au
or call 6344 7177 at any time.

Thank you for your support throughout the year. We look forward to caring for you in the New Year 💚
— The Summerdale Medical Team

03/12/2025

We are currently seeking a full-time Medical Receptionist to join our busy practice.

What We’re Looking For:
✔️Experience in administration or reception, ideally in healthcare
✔️Excellent communication with a patient-focused approach
✔️Strong computer skills; experience with medical software a plus
✔️Ability to multitask, prioritise, and work well under pressure
✔️Detail-oriented, professional, and committed to confidentiality

For more information or to apply, please view our Seek listing below.

Join Summerdale Medical Practice - Supportive team, employee wellness initiatives and free cake on your birthday!

17/11/2025

Are you up to date with your screening? Give us a call to organise today ♀️

This week is Cervical Cancer Awareness Week (17-23 November), ask your family and friends “Are you up to date with your screening?”. Early detection helps prevent cervical cancer.

The cervical screening test looks for the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). HPV causes almost all cervical cancers.

❗ If you are a woman or person with a cervix aged 25-74 and have ever been sexually active, you should do a Cervical Screening Test every 5 years.

🏥 Did you know there are 2 options for having a Cervical Screening Test? You can have a doctor or nurse collect your sample or collect your own sample at a doctor’s surgery.

👩‍⚕️ If you are due, book your Cervical Screening Test today with your healthcare provider!

Visit 🖥️ https://www.health.tas.gov.au/cervical-screening or email 📧 canscreenpeu@ths.tas.gov.au for more info.

03/11/2025

The Government has increased bulk billing incentives; however, these payments still don’t cover the full cost of providing quality care at our practice.

To continue giving you the time and attention you deserve, most consultations will remain privately billed.

We are pleased to announce that bulk billing has been extended to patients under 18 years of age, as well as nurse dressings and immunisations.

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support

23/10/2025

🌟 Exciting news from Physiofit! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that Physiofit appointments are now available at Summerdale Medical Centre — in their brand new space just behind the pharmacy! 🏥✨

It’s the same great Physiofit team, now with an extra convenient location for patients in the area.

📅 Appointments available Tuesdays and Fridays
📞 Call our usual reception number 03 63449799
💻 Book online anytime via https://myphysiofit.cliniko.com/bookings

We can’t wait to welcome you to our new Summerdale space! 💙

13/10/2025

Summerdale Medical is proud to announce that we were awarded Tasmanian General Practice of the Year for 2025 at Saturday’s RACGP Fellowship and Awards ceremony in Hobart.

As we celebrate our 50th anniversary in 2025, this award not only reflects our work this year, but also the hard work of our dedicated doctors, nurses and administration staff who have served multiple generations of patients in our community over that time.

A particular huge thank you to our amazing current team who made this award possible, and of course, thank you to our wonderful patients. We look forward to continuing to provide the highest quality medical care to our community for another 50 years.

10/10/2025

💚 World Mental Health Day 2025 💚
Today, on World Mental Health Day, we acknowledge the importance of caring for our mental wellbeing as much as our physical health.

This year, we’re reminded that everyone deserves access to mental health support, understanding, and compassion. Taking the time to talk, listen, and check in can make a meaningful difference.

If you’re struggling, please remember — help is available, and reaching out is a sign of strength.

💬 Speak with your GP or a mental health professional today.