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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.

Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed Monday 13th March due to the Labour Day public holiday.

The Australian Technical Advisory Group (ATAGI) recommends all people aged 18 and over, who have not had either a Covid-19 vaccine or confirmed coronavirus case in the last six months, can receive their booster from the 20th February. Please read for more information.

Falls on the outstretched hand are common. A low impact fall on the hand in a young person without significant health conditions is unlikely to lead to any serious injury.

Please be advised that GIMG will be closed Thursday 26th January.

We are pleased to offer a new online Script Renewal & Re- Referral Request Service.

Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed for the following public holidays 22/23: