Summerdale Medical Centre

08/04/2026

💉 Book your flu vaccine now

Influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over, and is the best way to protect yourself and your family this flu season.

Book online via our website https://summerdalemedical.com.au/ or phone the surgery on 6344 7177.

To check your eligibility for a funded vaccine, visit:
https://www.health.tas.gov.au/sites/default/files/2026-03/d26_25923_winter_2026_-_funded_influenza_immunisation_schedule_-_tasmania_accessible.pdf

06/04/2026

Join our award winning team at Summerdale Medical.
Full-time & part-time GP opportunities available.
📧 nicole.turner@summerdalemedical.com.au
📞 6344 7177

Summerdale Medical Centre is a long-established family medical practice located in Summerdale, Launc

01/04/2026

🐣 Easter Opening Hours 🐣

Please see our opening hours over the Easter period:

Good Friday (3rd April): Closed
Saturday (4th April): 9:00am – 3:30pm*
Easter Sunday (5th April): Closed
Easter Monday (6th April): Closed

*Saturday hours are subject to patient demand

For after-hours medical assistance, please phone 6344 7177 (all hours) or visit our website: 🌐 www.summerdalemedical.com.au

We wish all our patients a safe and happy Easter 🐰

31/03/2026

Congratulations to Tamieka on 5 years of service at Summerdale Medical. Thank you for all that you do ❤️

25/03/2026

If you have any concerns, please book an appointment with one of our GPs. We also have a dedicated Women’s Health Clinic for all women’s health needs, including endometriosis care and support.

05/03/2026

📢 March Long Weekend (Eight Hour Day) Opening Hours

Saturday: 9:00am – 3:30pm*
Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed

*Saturday hours may vary depending on patient demand.

For after-hours information, please phone 6344 7177 or visit www.summerdalemedical.com.au

23/02/2026

Did you know our doctors surgery offers professional skin checks?

With Australia’s high UV exposure, regular skin checks are one of the most important things you can do for your health. Early detection of skin cancer can make all the difference.

If you’ve noticed a new or changing spot — or it’s simply been a while since your last check — book an appointment in our Skin Clinic today.

📞 Call us on 63447177 or book online www.Summerdalemedical.com.au

19/02/2026

🌿 We’re Hiring! 🌿
Medical Administration & Reception – Full Time
📍 Summerdale Medical Practice | Summerhill, TAS

Summerdale Medical Practice is looking for a dedicated Medical Administration & Reception team member to join our friendly practice!

This full-time role is essential to keeping our practice running smoothly and ensuring our patients feel welcomed and supported.

✨ About the role:
• Welcoming patients and managing appointments
• Handling phone enquiries
• Processing billing, Medicare claims, and payments
• Supporting doctors and nurses with administrative tasks
• Maintaining accurate patient records and data entry
• Ensuring the reception area operates efficiently and professionally

We’re looking for someone who is organised, professional, compassionate, and thrives in a busy healthcare environment.

If this sounds like you (or someone you know!), we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Please send your resume and cover letter to office.manager@summerdalemedical.com.au or contact us for more information.

Summerdale Medical Centre is a long-established family medical practice located in Summerdale, Launc

17/02/2026

📣 Missed School Vaccinations? Catch Up Now!

Young people who missed school vaccinations can catch up at our GP Practice, funded for eligible patients under the National Immunisation Program.

💉 Stock available – book now!

👉 Year 7 (12–13 years) – HPV & dTpa
👉 Year 10 (14–16 years) – Meningococcal ACWY

☎️Call reception today to book an appointment with the nurse and keep your child protected.

Young people who missed vaccinations at school can catch-up for free* at their local pharmacy or GP.

Protect your child from these preventable diseases, including cancer, through vaccination.

Catch-up now on any vaccinations missed earlier in the 2025 school year:
👉 Year 7 (12-13 years) - human papillomavirus (HPV)
👉 Year 7 (12-13 years) - diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (dTpa)
👉 Year 10 (14-16 years) - meningococcal ACWY

Some young people with specific medical conditions may need additional vaccines.
*Provider fees may apply.

🔗 Learn more at https://skai.org.au/adolescent
🔗 To check immunisation history go to https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/how-to-get-immunisation-history-statements

14/02/2026

🎗️ International Childhood Cancer Day – Standing Together for Our Children 🎗️

Today, on International Childhood Cancer Day (15th February), we join families across the world in raising awareness of childhood cancers and supporting the brave children and young people facing a diagnosis.

Every year, thousands of children are diagnosed with cancer. While survival rates have improved thanks to advances in research and treatment, early diagnosis remains vital. We encourage parents and carers to trust their instincts - if something doesn’t feel right, please seek medical advice.

05/02/2026

Welcome to our new GP registrars at Summerdale!
We’re excited for them to be a part of our team, to support their journey, and to deliver outstanding care together.

You can book appointments online via our website www.summerdalemedical.com.au or phone the surgery on 63447177

Unfortunately, we are still closed to new patients at this stage.

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