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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.

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

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

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

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 –

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

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

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

THUNDERSTORM ASTHMA Thunderstorm asthma is a rare but potentially life-threatening phenomenon that occurs when certain weather conditions combine with high levels of allergens to trigger severe asthma symptoms in susceptible individuals. Here’s how thunderstorm asthma typically occurs: Weather Conditions: Thunderstorm asthma events are more likely to happen on hot, windy days before a thunderstorm. These

DID YOU KNOW THAT YOUR FOOD CHOICES CAN AFFECT THE WAY YOU FEEL? ENERGY SLUMPS, FEELING LOW AND DIFFICULTY SLEEPING CAN ALL BE THE RESULT OF POOR FOOD CHOICES.   Our health is precious and we want to enable every Australian to protect and nurture their body and mind. Vegetables are at the very centre of

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