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A CONVERSATION CAN CHANGE A LIFE You don’t need to be an expert to reach out – just a good friend and a great listener. Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life: 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in #ruokday2024 #mentalhealth R U

In 2024, we are shining a spotlight on some of the biggest issues in Women’s Health, under the banner of ‘Your Voice, Your Choice’. We are here to support and empower women to make their voice heard when it comes to their health and make the best choice for themselves.. so lets Get the Conversation

We will be closed this Sunday the 1st September. If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital. Sorry for the inconvenience.

OBJECTION TO GRANTING A PLANNING PERMIT Proposed Development of Woolworths Supermarket and 58 Apartments – 173 Burke Road Glen Iris Background: In 2021, Woolworths and Time and Place (Residential Developers of the Apartments) submitted plans for a full-sized supermarket and 80 residential apartments above the supermarket. Stonnington Council rejected the plans outright and Woolworths submitted

Please be advised we will be closed from 5.30pm on Thursday 22nd August. Sorry for the inconvenience. For emergencies, please call 000 or attend the nearest hospital emergency department.

 Practice Nurse of 16 years, Peta Bond will be retiring on Friday 23rd August. RN Peta joined the practice in 2008, She was the first nurse to join our practice and remained a solo nurse for many years. She formed the backbone of our nursing team, which now consists of three wonderful nurses. Our nurses

Bullying No Way Week, 12th -16 August 2024, is Australia’s key bullying prevention initiative and connects schools and communities to find workable solutions to prevent bullying and violence. Purple is the hero colour that represents Bullying No Way: National week of action. It represents peace, strength and empowerment, with bold tones signifying a firm stand

Expected Behaviour Policy for Patients In an effort to provide a safe and healthy environment for staff, visitors, patients and their families, Glen Iris Medical Group expects visitors, patients and accompanying family members to refrain from unacceptable behaviours that are disruptive or pose a threat to the rights or safety of other patients and staff.

Out with the old – in with the new!! Patients will no longer have to call up for their results. Once ALL requested results have been returned from pathology and your doctor has reviewed your recent test results – you will received an SMS that no further action is required at this time. However if

We will be closed this Sunday the 7th July. If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital. Sorry for the inconvenience.

You can now check in without the hassle. Download the AMS Connect App and follow the prompts. Simply by opening the app and clicking on My Appointments button, patients can check-in remotely within a 15 minute window of the scheduled appointment time. How handy is that? No more waiting at the reception desk! If you have

Let’s Talk!! – to help raise awareness & confidence for World Continence Week, 17th – 23rd June. Incontinence is a significant health issue in Australia, affecting a large portion of the population across different age groups and demographics. It is estimated that approximately 5 million Australians, or about 20% of the population, experience some form

The latest update from Chief Health Officer Clare Looker that there has been an increase in hospitalizations for influenza among children by 85% over the last fortnight compared to previous fortnight. (dated May 23rd 2024). According to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) data, only around one in ten Victorian children have received a 2024 influenza

Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed Monday 10th June. If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital. Stay well

Bowel Cancer Australia’s signature event to raise awareness of Australia’s second deadliest cancer and funds for the leading community-funded charity dedicated to championing what matters most to people impacted by bowel cancer and empowering everyone affected to live their best life. Bowel cancer claims the lives of 103 Australians every week (5,350 people a year) –

  Our annual Flu Vaccination Clinics have now finished for the season. If you still require a Flu/COVID vaccination, please phone the practice to book an appointment with one of our Nurses. Alternatively, patients can also receive these vaccinations at a local pharmacy. There is a $40 charge to see the Nurse for a Flu

NEVER MISS A BEAT… With Heart Week approaching on the 6th May it provides an opportunity for everyone to start a conversation about heart health and take positive steps to reduce their heart disease risk. This Heart Week, speak to your GP about a Heart Health Check. As part of the check, your doctor will

Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed Thursday 25th April. If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital. Stay well

  The survey is now closed. Thank you to our patients who took time to provide their feedback.   As part of our three-yearly accreditation process, as well as our commitment to provide our patients with the highest quality medical care, we are currently conducting a Practice Accreditation & Improvement Survey. We aim to use