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What is MyMedicare? MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration system that aims to formalise the relationship between patients, their general practice, general practitioner (GP) and primary care teams. When you register in MyMedicare, it will notify your general practice that you have chosen them as your regular care team. Additional funding will be available from

Please be advised that Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed on Friday 29th September. If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital. Stay well

Dear Patients, We wish to advise that from the 1st of November 2023 there will be a small fee increase at Glen Iris Medical Group. While we have tried very hard to maintain our current fee structure, significantly increased costs over the last 12 months can no longer be absorbed. Appointment type Fee Medicare Rebate

Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week will be held from 4 to 8 September 2023. This year’s program will feature new resources and information on hormones, PCOS, menopause, cervical screening self-collection, heart health, persistent pelvic pain and nutrition. Event registrations are open so sign up today to keep up to date with all the details. Regular health

ASTHMA IS A LIFELONG CONDITION OF THE AIRWAYS About one in nine people in Australia have asthma, one of the highest rates in the world. Asthma is a serious condition that leads to the deaths of almost 400 Australians each year. But, in many cases, asthma is also a manageable condition and people can live

National Stroke Week 7-13 August 2023 Who is at risk? Stroke can happen to anyone of any age. Men are at greater risk of stroke and as they get older their risk increases. In saying that, stroke is preventable for many. Some of the causes within our control include high blood pressure, being overweight, smoking,

Entering middle age presents a whole host of new health challenges for many people. Having a good grasp of your current state of health and a relationship with a GP who is familiar with your medical history can help you navigate middle age and the future more easily. The health assessment is for a patient

Australia’s biggest conversation about the impact of diabetes.
There are different types of diabetes; the three most common types of diabetes are type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes.

We wish to advise that Dr Mathew Thuy is no longer consulting at Glen Iris Medical Group as he has decided to pursue other opportunities. His last day with us was the 11th June 2023.

International Men’s Health Week is celebrated every year around the world in the middle of June.
This year Men’s Health Week will take place from 12th – 18th June 2023.

This year Kidney Health Australia are continuing their efforts to reach and engage the 1.8 million Australians who are unaware they live with kidney disease.

We will be closed Monday 12th June.
If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital.
Stay well

Dr Sharon Woolf will be retiring from General Practice after 42 years at the end of May. The partners Natalie, Jane, Pearl and the GIMG team celebrated Sharon’s long term contribution to the practice and the healthcare of patients at Glen Iris Medical Group.

What is My Health Record?
My Health Record is a secure digital record of your health information.

Big shout out to our wonderful nurses, Tara, Peta and Tegan celebrating International Nurses Day.
From everyone at GIMG, we thank you for your tireless and invaluable contribution to our patients at Glen Iris Medical Group.

Did you know you can get free rapid antigen tests?

Do you know your risk of heart disease?

Over 30% of Australian adults have high blood pressure, and over 40% have high cholesterol. We recommend if you’re 45 and over, or 30 and over if you’re of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, that you speak to your GP about having a Heart Health Check.

Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed Tuesday 25th April 2023.

Annual vaccination is the most important measure to prevent influenza and its complications. It is recommended for all people ≥6 months of age.

Dr Jane Healy has been having the conversation and conducting talks to various schools in the area for a number of years.