Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed Monday 11th March due to the Labour Day public holiday. If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital. Stay well
February Is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month Each year in Australia around 1,815 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. In most cases the cancer will be diagnosed at an advanced stage, where it is very difficult to treat. We need progress. Let’s get vocal. Please contact your GP for support or if you experience any symptoms. … Read more
Today is Primary Health Care Nurses Day. Primary health care is the cornerstone of our health care system. Primary health care is the first point of contact for individuals and families with the health care system and plays a pivotal role in prevention, early intervention, and ongoing care. It is a day where we show … Read more
Please be advised that Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed on Friday 26th January 2024. If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital. Stay well
In the last two years I have become aware of an amazing fact – that a low carbohydrate approach to diet can reverse up to 50% of type 2 diabetes and 90% of pre-diabetes. Traditionally, type 2 diabetes was thought of as a relentless, progressive disease, requiring more and more medication to control it, and … Read more
From November 1st 2023, older Australians will have access to the newest Shingles vaccine ‘Shingrix’ thanks to the Australian Government. It will now be part of the National Immunisation Program, providing free Shingrix vaccines for: – Everyone aged 65 years and over, – First Nations people aged 50 years and over, – Immunocompromised people aged … Read more
Glen Iris Medical Group provides an after-hours service to existing patients of the practice. The after-hours doctor service provides medical care for non-life-threatening illness or injuries that require immediate attention but are not severe enough for an emergency room visit. From 6.00pm – 11.00pm weekdays, after-hours care is provided by our doctors. From 11.00pm – … Read more
Movember is not only about growing moustaches but also about starting conversations and promoting a proactive approach to men’s health. It encourages men to be more open about their health concerns, seek medical advice when needed, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. It has gained widespread recognition and participation, making it a global movement to address … Read more
We are pleased to announce that we have a new GP, Dr Vivien Gu, starting at Glen Iris Medical Group on Tuesday 14th November. Dr Vivien Gu graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2009. She has also completed a Diploma in Child Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology. Vivien completed her FRACGP in 2016. She has … Read more
Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed Tuesday 7th November for the Melbourne Cup Public Holiday. If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital. Stay well
