Gladstone Street Medical Clinic

31/10/2025

Hi everyone, we will be CLOSED on Tuesday 4th November for the Melbourne Cup Public Holiday.
We will still be open Monday 3rd Nov and reopen normal hours Wednesday 5th Nov.
You can order repeat scripts and referrals at www.hotdoc.com.au

📞 Oncall doctor will be available by calling (03) 5622 0444.

In case of an emergency please contact 000.

Gippsland residents also have access to after-hours telehealth via 1800 272 767 and/or check the availability of the Warragul Urgent Care Clinic. eve cupday rehand,dar

Book an online appointment with your preferred healthcare provider all over Australia. See up to date availability and book instantly.

29/10/2025

✅Register GSMC as your clinic with MyMedicare
✅Important Update on Bulk Billing Changes

From 1 November, significant government bulk billing changes will take effect across Australia.
Gladstone Street Medical Clinic (GSMC) welcomes this renewed investment in Medicare and remains committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
While GSMC will continue to operate as a private billing clinic, we’re pleased to announce that GP Chronic Condition Management Plans and their reviews will be bulk-billed from 1 November for patients who have nominated GSMC as their preferred clinic through MyMedicare.

We understand that some patients may visit other clinics from time to time, and that’s okay.
However, when it comes to your ongoing and comprehensive care, we’re proud to be your trusted team.
Registering GSMC as your regular clinic with MyMedicare enables us to bulk-bill your Chronic Condition Management Plans and reviews, helping us to support your long-term health and wellbeing.
When you choose GSMC, you can be confident you’re receiving care from a clinic that prioritises:
• A strong and continuous connection with your GP team
• Access to quality, evidence-based care proven to improve health outcomes
• Modern, well-equipped facilities
• The highest standards of IT security to protect your privacy
• Highly skilled, continuously educated GPs and Practice Nurses
• A positive, supportive culture that values both patients and staff

Your trust and well-being remain our top priority.
Thank you for continuing to support your local, family-owned practice - Gladstone Street Medical Clinic 🩺

MyMedicare information can be found: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/mymedicare/patients?language=en

07/10/2025

💉 Protect Your Family Against Meningococcal Disease 💉
Although meningococcal disease is uncommon, it can develop rapidly and be life-threatening with around 1 in 10 cases proving fatal.

At Gladstone Street Medical Clinic, we offer both of the main meningococcal vaccines, along with a full range of routine and travel immunisations.

Our friendly and knowledgeable Practice Nurses are always happy to answer your immunisation questions.
📞 Call us on (03) 5622 0444 to find out more or to book your vaccination today.

01/10/2025

🌼October is World Menopause Month 🌼
Menopause is a natural stage of life, but it doesn’t have to be faced alone. Whether you’re perimenopausal, menopausal, experiencing new symptoms, or just have questions, our experienced GPs are here to support you.

✨ Ask the questions on your mind
✨ Understand your health and symptoms
✨ Explore tailored management options

We’ve introduced a dedicated Menopause Health Assessment appointment type to give you the time and space you deserve.

📲Book online via HotDoc www.hotdoc.com.au and choose "Menopause Health Assessment"
or
📞Call our friendly reception team on (03) 5622 0444 and request a Menopause Health Assessment.

You can also find some great resources at: https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/menopause

30/09/2025

Welcome Dr. Keerthana Sivarasa! 🩺

Keerthana graduated from Western Sydney University in 2020 and we are excited to have her part of the team as a GP registrar. She has interest in women's health and is passionate about preventative and holistic care.

New patients welcome! Book online at www.hotdoc.com.au or call our reception team on (03) 5622 0444.

17/09/2025

🧠Dementia Action Week🧠 15-21 September
"Nobody can do it alone"
- your GP can help you assess your risk and guide you with reducing your risk of dementia.
- our GPs are also available to support family members and carers of those living with dementia

Appointments can be made online at www.hotdoc.com.au or call our reception team on (03) 5622 0444.

05/09/2025

GSMC advocates women's health every day of the year, but today marks the final day of Jean Hailes Women's Health Week!
We are passionate about supporting women's health at all stages, from painful periods and contraception through pregnancy, postpartum and menopause care, and all the health checks in between.

📸 GP and Lactation Consultant Dr Cassie Rickard celebrated her Women's Health Week with her first trip to Breastscreen, and GP Dr Louise Sterling using style to raise awareness for Women's Health.

All women have a free BreastScreen every 2 years from the age of 40, however if you have any symptoms you should come in for a medical check and additional investigations.

01/09/2025

🌸 GSMC is celebrating Women’s Health Week! (1-5 September) 🌸

This year, the theme is ‘Say yes to you’ and focussing on helping women prioritise their health and wellbeing.

Every check matters! Your GP is available to organise and guide you through your Women’s Health checks.
Take the Jean Hailes Her Health Check to find out what checks you need and when to get them: https://checks.jeanhailes.org.au/health-check/
And call our team on (03) 5622 0444 to book in 📞

Jean Hailes

24/08/2025

Say hello to Dr. Melodi Yong!
Melodi graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from the University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Since moving to Victoria, Melodi has further completed a Graduate Diploma in Surgical Anatomy at the University of Melbourne.

Throughout her career as a medical practitioner in Scotland and in Australia, Melodi has gained invaluable experience working in various metropolitan and regional health services.

Outside her work, Melodi enjoys spending time with her young family, walking her Westie and dancing.

To book in visit www.hotdoc.com.au or call our reception team on (03) 5622 0444.

05/08/2025

This World Breastfeeding Week the campaign is all about creating sustainable support systems for breastfeeding mothers. This includes support from families, communities, workplaces and the healthcare system.
Australian Breastfeeding Association is a wonderful resource if you need some support and information about breastfeeding, and we are lucky to have Dr Cassie Rickard, IBCLC, who can support you in this journey.

World Breastfeeding Week 2025 starts tomorrow and this year’s theme is, ‘Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create sustainable support systems’.

As a peer support organisation, ABA plays an important role in the Warm Chain of Support for Breastfeeding, by providing women and their families with timely and accurate information.

Check out ABA's WBW25 events aba.asn.au/wbw2025

22/07/2025

🌸Mums&Bubs Extended Postnatal Consultations with Dr. Cassie Rickard🌸
These consultations are available for:
- Feeding support
- Weight gain concerns
- Tongue tie assessment, and scissor release if feeding impacted
- Management of postnatal complications and infant concerns

Call our reception team on (03) 5622 0444 for more information, or you can refer to Dr Cassie's website: https://drcassierickard.com.au/mumbub

Or, to book online: https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/warragul-VIC-3820/gladstone-street-medical-clinic/doctors/dr-cassie-rickard

18/07/2025

You are eligible for the Lung Cancer Screening Program if you are aged between 50 and 70 years and:
- show no signs or symptoms suggesting you may have lung cancer (that is, you are asymptomatic)
- currently smoke or have quit smoking in the past 10 years
- have a history of to***co cigarette smoking of at least 30 pack-years.

Your doctor can help you work out whether you’re eligible for the program based on your age and smoking history, and if you are eligible, will refer you for a bulk billed low dose CT scan to check your lungs.

Book in a standard consultation for this online at www.hotdoc.com.au or call our team on 5622 0444.