On Point Diabetes

19/09/2025

🩺 Dr. Ali Dckrama is a valued member of the team at Salamander Bay Doctors, bringing extensive experience and a dedication to high-quality, patient-focused care.

Having practiced across the Hunter region since 2014, he is committed to helping patients of all ages achieve and maintain their health.

📋 Dr. Ali's Areas of Interest Include:
▪️Skin Cancer Expertise: He has a special interest in skin cancer management, performing both simple and complex surgical procedures for early detection and effective treatment.
▪️Comprehensive Family Care: He provides quality care for the entire family, from paediatrics to geriatrics.
▪️Men's Health & Contraception: He is experienced in managing men's health concerns and provides safe and effective Implanon insertion and removal.

🗓 To book your next appointment with Dr. Ali Dckrama, contact us today.

📍 Visit us at: Shop 5, 2 Town Centre Circuit, Salamander Bay NSW 2317
📞 Call: (02) 4008 4400
🌐 Book online: https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/salamander-bay-NSW-2317/salamander-bay-doctors/doctors

20/07/2025

🌱 We’ve Grown — Expanding Care for You & Your Family! 🌱

Family Circle Medical Practice has expanded our team, specialists, and services — to give you the very best care, right here in Hamilton.

🩺 Meet Our Expanded Team:
• Dr Ravi Stephen – Practice Principal & GP
• Dr Ehsan Mozafari – General Practitioner
• Dr Kumba Moseray – General Practitioner
• Dr Zarlina Darus‑Mustapha – General Practitioner
• Dr Charlotte Jeffery – General Practitioner
• Dr Simon Tyler – General Practitioner
• Dr Irosh Fernando – Consultant Psychiatrist
• Dr Patricia Caruana – Consultant Neurologist
• Simeon Evans – Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• Andrew Maher – Diabetes Nurse Practitioner & Educator
• Peri Crawford – Podiatrist
• Sonia Ruba – Physiotherapist
• Ruby Marusic – Dietitian
• Lucas Di Paola – Vestibular Physiotherapist

🧪 Plus: On-site Laverty Pathology for your convenience.

📍 Find us: 35 Gordon Ave, Hamilton
⏰ Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00am – 6:00pm
📞 Call: 02 4962 1900
🌐 Book online: familycirclemp.com.au

💙 Thank you for growing with us! Our expanded team and comprehensive services mean we’re more ready than ever to support your health—today and into the future.

’veGrown

11/07/2025

Always a lover a sport.

This time supporting my nephew in the local community I serve.

Go the Blues!!

18/05/2025

Starting in April: Expert Diabetes Care with Andrew Maher at Family Circle Medical Practice 🌟

We are excited to announce that Andrew Maher, a highly experienced Diabetes Nurse Practitioner and Credentialed Diabetes Educator, will be providing consultations at Family Circle Medical Practice starting in April!

👨‍⚕️ Meet Andrew Maher
• Diabetes Nurse Practitioner
• Credentialed Diabetes Educator
• Certified Insulin Pump & CGM Trainer

With over 20 years of nursing experience, including a Master’s degree in Nurse Practitioner studies, Andrew is here to offer personalized care for those managing diabetes.

During your consultation, you’ll discuss:
🔬 The pathophysiology of diabetes
💊 How diabetes medications affect your body
🧪 Your latest pathology results and their role in management
🍏 The effect of nutrition on your health and tailored advice
📊 Blood glucose monitoring and CGM results
🏃‍♂️ Creating an exercise and lifestyle plan
📱 Exploring the latest diabetes technology like CGMs and insulin pumps

At Family Circle Medical Practice, Andrew looks forward to providing quality & supportive care. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing your diabetes for years, he is here to help you reach your health goals with confidence.

🔗 Learn more about our practice: Family Circle Medical Practice

28/03/2025

Looking for a trusted GP? 👩⚕️👨⚕️
Our team at Salamander Bay Doctors is here to provide comprehensive medical care for all ages!


📅 Schedule your visit today.

📞 (02) 4008 4400
📍 Shop 5, 2 Town Centre Circuit Salamander Bay NSW 2317
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28/03/2025

This would be great way for any politician party to obtain more votes this election with close to 2 million individuals being diagnosed with Diabetes.
Allowing subsidised availability of continuous glucose monitoring to everyone with Diabetes would make living with this chronic disease a little bit easier and decrease the chances of diabetes complications occurring for every individual is a bit of no brainer for me..
This would be a good SOLULU Albo….

With the Federal Election date now set for May 3, Australia’s leading diabetes advocacy organisations are calling for election commitments to expand

04/02/2025

This week marked the new bimonthly face to face clinic!!
The service provides a collaborative care approach with all GPs in Coffs Harbour and North Coast area for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes management and with extra services available such as diabetes technology and nutrition education.

Looking forward continuing to work with Endocrinologist Dr Chandra.

All appointments are through Hunter Endocrinology.

09/01/2025

We’re alerting the diabetes community to the rise of fraudulent advertisements and scams for bogus products, including those that claim false endorsement by Diabetes Australia.



One such scam involves a device marketed as the “Bikenda Non-Invasive Blood Glucose Meter,” falsely described as Australian-made and, in some advertisements, Diabetes Australia-approved.

We’re encouraging people to remain vigilant and if you encounter suspicious advertisements or claims take important steps.

Read more: https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/news/warning-about-fake-diabetes-ads-and-endorsements-of-products/

21/11/2024

08/11/2024

On Point Diabetes will be at The Medical Practice, Dungog in 2 weeks.
Reach out to organise an appointment if you wish to discuss your type 1 or 2 diabetes and what is new in diabetes care.
There are no judges at On Point Diabetes just a comfortable and welcoming place to discuss and find solutions in achieving your diabetes and overall health goals.

24/09/2024

🎉 Join Us for an Exciting Online Patient Event! 🎉

We’re thrilled to share the latest on the MiniMed™ 780G^ system, including the FIRST and ONLY infusion set available for up to 7 days* of wear- Extended™ infusion set.

Get ready for an online event where we’ll explore the MiniMed™ 780G™ System and its cutting-edge tech 🤩

Whether you’re already using it or just curious, this is your chance to learn more👇

🗓 When: Tuesday, October 8th
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (GMT+10)
💻 Where: Online
🔗 Register now: 8f2f4f67-61e0-4492-a4ee-5d47b8c985f5@d73a39db-6eda-495d-8000-7579f56d68b7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/8f2f4f67-61e0-4492-a4ee-5d47b8c985f5@d73a39db-6eda-495d-8000-7579f56d68b7

Come hang out online and get all the details on the latest diabetes innovation. You won’t want to miss this! 🎉



REFERENCE: *vs the 3-days infusion set MiniMed™ Quick-set™. **Ilany J, et al. Abstract 416 - Clinical study of a new Extended™ wear infusion set design.

ALWAYS FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Information contained here is not medical advice and should not be used as an alternative to speaking with your doctor. Discuss indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, potential adverse events and any further information with your healthcare professional.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Infusion sets are indicated for the subcutaneous infusion of medication, including insulin, from infusion pumps. See the device manual for detailed information regarding the instructions for use, indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and potential adverse events. For further information, contact your local Medtronic representative and/or consult the Medtronic ANZ website at Medtronic-diabetes.com.au The MiniMed™ 780G insulin pump is indicated for use by patients age 7-80 years with Type 1 diabetes, whose total daily dose of insulin is 8 units per day or more. The Guardian™ 4 Sensor is intended for insertion into persons ages 7 years and older.
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