Latest News and Health Information
Doctors On Leave
The last couple of years has seen our doctors work tirelessly during the pandemic.
Now able to travel, GIMG doctors will be taking some well deserved leave to visit family interstate/overseas.
Please plan ahead for your appointments – script/referrals.
Easter Break 2022
Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed the following dates
Friday 15th April – Good Friday
Monday 18th April – Easter Monday
If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital
Stay well
We welcome Dr Matthew Thuy
We welcome Dr Matthew Thuy
Dr Matthew Thuy graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2008. He has worked in a number of public hospitals in Melbourne, Hobart & Sydney and completed his GP Training in 2019.
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Face masks in general practice 😷
It has been announced that masks will no longer need to be worn in the majority of indoor settings in Victoria as of Friday 25 February.
Exciting News
Glen Iris Medical Group is excited to welcome back Dr Sumudu Cooray from maternity leave. Sumudu will be consulting from Saturday 5th March.
Bookings can be made through our website/app or by calling on 9509 7633.
What to do if you get COVID-19
Find out what you need to do if you test positive for COVID-19, including isolating, who you need to tell, and how to look after yourself.
Booster Shots Now Available – Update 3.2.22
Booster Shots are now available 💉 – update as of 3rd February 2022. We currently have availability most weeks on a Tuesday or Thursday morning.
Vaccination after testing positive for COVID-19
Patients who have tested positive to COVID-19 can be vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine three months after infection.
A booster vaccination is still recommended even if a patient has had COVID-19 and a two-dose primary vaccine course.
Public Holiday – Australia Day
Due to the public holiday Australia Day GIMG will be closed Wednesday 26th January.
If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital
Stay well
Pfizer 5-11 Yr Olds Vaccine – Book Now
Glen Iris Medical Group is now offering existing patients 5-11 Years Pfizer Vaccinations with appointments from the 2nd February 2022.
Our clinics will be held on Wednesday and Friday mornings.
Bookings are essential so please book online.
Testing Changes as of 7th January 2022
From the 7th January patients will need to report their positive result to the Department of health via a webform or the hotline 1800 675 398 so we can make sure they have the support they need.
Dr. Bensky’s Farewell
We wish to advise that after 9 years at GIMG, Dr Russell Bensky is no longer working with us as he has decided to explore other opportunities.
He has been a valuable member of our team and we wish him well in his endeavours.
Dr. Bensky’s Farewell
We wish to advise that after 9 years at GIMG, Dr Russell Bensky is no longer working with us as he has decided to explore other opportunities.
He has been a valuable member of our team and we wish him well in his endeavours.
Our experienced doctors, Dr Min Teo and Dr Saul Cohen are available for those who prefer to see a male doctor.
We also advice that at this stage we will not be open on Sundays for appointments.
Public Holiday Closure 21/22
Glen Iris Medical Group will be closed the following public holidays:
2021
TGA provisionally approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds
Dear Patients, we wish to advise that the TGA/ATAGI has approved Pfizer for children 5-11 year olds.
We will not be taking bookings until we have the vaccine.
Rapid Antigen Tests
RAPID ANTIGEN TESTS
For patients with respiratory symptoms or feeling generally unwell, we strongly recommend they have a PCR test at one of the many testing sites.
Updated Opening Hours
From the 31st October 2021 Glen Iris Medical Group will no longer be open on Sundays.
If you require urgent medical treatment please call the locum on 9509 7633 or visit your local hospital.
Fee Increase
Dear Patients,
We wish to advise from the 1st of November there will be a small fee increase at Glen Iris Medical Group.
Masks for Young Patients: 8-12 Year Olds
Due to current transmission levels we will be asking our young patients aged 8-12 years old to wear a mask to see their doctor.
Appointments available for 2nd dose Pfizer at 3 weeks
As of Monday 4th October the Victorian Department of Health will reduce the interval for Pfizer doses to 3 weeks.