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5Feb, 2024
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Health Check for those aged 45 – 49 Years!

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As the years continue to tick by, our bodies and health change. Entering middle-age often presents the first sign of a host of new health challenges for many people. So understanding your current health status can help you navigate the next phase in life. At Goodwin Drive Family Medical the Doctors regularly undertake the FREE 45 – 49 year old health check on those individual considered at risk of developing a chronic illness or condition. This highly recommended 45-49 year old health assessment is available to help identify and prevent […]
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6Jan, 2023
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Why You Need That Annual Health Check

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Start 2023 the best way you can for your health, by making your annual health check appointment with one of the Doctors here at Goodwin Drive Family Medical Centre. Having regular health checks with your GP can help identify any early signs of health issues or concerns. And finding these problems early improves the chances of effectively treating any concerns or implementing strategies to minimise onset. That’s why, no matter your age, family history, existing medical conditions and/or lifestyle choices it’s a good idea to visit your GP regularly to: […]
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Bribie Island Covid Vaccine
6Jul, 2021
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COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available

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You can now get your COVID-19 vaccine from Goodwin Drive Family Medical Centre. AstraZeneca vaccine is available and recommended for people aged 60 years and over.  Pfizer vaccine is recommended for people aged 16 to 59 and will be available from July 12.  Please contact our practice, or click on the link below, should you wish to receive the vaccine through our clinic. If you have any queries or concerns regarding COVID-19 vaccination please make an appointment with your regular Doctor to discuss the matter. Want to know more information […]
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29Apr, 2021
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Have you had your flu vaccine?

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If you are not eligible for a government funded influenza vaccine you can purchase the vaccine at the practice for $20.00.  The attendance consultation is bulk billed if provided through an Influenza Vaccine Clinic. Book your appointment by calling us on 07 3410 1122.   Why is it important to get the Flu Vaccine? This year it is even more important to be vigilant about protection from influenza due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Vaccinating against influenza will reduce the risk of contracting a double-up of both influenza and COVID-19 – […]
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14Mar, 2021
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Changes to our billing structure

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From 15 March 2021, Goodwin Drive Family Medical Centre will become a Mixed Billing Practice. Our fees reflect the time taken and the degree of complexity of each consultation. Private fees are required to be paid on the day of consultation. Eftpos facilities are available for your convenience. We can assist you with your Medicare Rebate. We currently continue to bulk bill children under 16 years, pensioners and DVA card holders. Why change is necessary? Unfortunately, we are no longer able to sustain 100% bulk billing as the amount set […]
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2Mar, 2021
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Google and Social Media Reviews

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Talk to us about your feedback We are happy to discuss and address any issues or concerns that you may have regarding your care whilst attending our practice.  This can be done in the clinic, over the phone or in writing if preferred.  Your feedback is appreciated and enables us to improve our practice and services. However, we are unable to respond to negative or defamatory reviews on social media platforms due to confidentiality restrictions, regulations and ethical codes. Our Policy Therefore, it is Practice Policy that we will not […]
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9Aug, 2020
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New – Easy Patient Check-in Available

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In conjunction with HotDoc, we offer online bookings for most appointments and we have recently installed a self check-in kiosk to assist with the flow of checking in when our Receptionists are busy assisting other patients.  Contact-free Check In With the HotDoc app, you are able to check in to the practice for your appointment. All you have to do is download the HotDoc app – www.hotdoc.com.au   Update Your Details Do you need to update your details? The self check-in kiosk also enables you to update your contact details […]
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9Aug, 2020
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New Emergency Room Equipment

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Goodwin Drive Family Medical Centre has recently invested in new treatment room equipment to assist our Doctors and Nurses with providing the best possible emergency and preventative health care. The equipment is of hospital grade standard and includes: emergency trolley vital signs monitor curtains and; scales with a maximum capacity of 250kg New equipment was also purchased for our consultation rooms including three Omron top of the range blood pressure monitors and pulse oximeters for all consult rooms. Goodwin Drive Family Medical Centre continues to offer quality bulk billed services, […]
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8Aug, 2020
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Bone Density Scans

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Free Bone Density Scans As part of our ongoing commitment to patient care, we have arranged for a specialist bone density scanning service to visit our practice from the 10th August until 14th August 2020. This service is FREE for any patient over 70 – it is bulk-billed with no gap. Your appointment takes just ten (10) minutes.   When will the Bone Bus be operating? Why is it important to have a bone density scan? Even if you feel healthy, having a scan is advisable because osteoporosis has no visible symptoms. It […]
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1Apr, 2020
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Important Coronavirus Health Update 

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If you have travelled overseas or returned from a cruise in the past 14 days; or If you have been in close contact with a person who has a confirmed case of Novel Coronavirus/COVID-19; or If you live or work in a high risk setting which has had two or more cases clinically consistent with Coronavirus symptoms; And, if you have a fever or flu-like symptoms, please phone us prior to booking an appointment or attending at the practice. Call 000 if you need urgent medical assistance For more information […]
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