Banksia Medical Centre in Newcomb, Victoria | Family doctor

Banksia Medical Centre

Locality: Newcomb, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5248 1299

Address: 132 Bellarine Highway, Newcomb 3219 Newcomb, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/

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24.01.2022 We continue to showcase our local artists art work in our clinic. This one is one of the most special ones out of all. This was given to us by one of the medical students who had spent 6 weeks with us! We actually offered her a job! ;-) BMC BMC

24.01.2022 Update regarding NSW current outbreak: https://www.facebook.com//a.17548758921/3582451125181905/

23.01.2022 The unsung heroes - featuring some of our GPs in the fight of pandemics. We are very proud of all of you! BMC ... https://insightplus.mja.com.au//unsung-heroes-australian-g

22.01.2022 Working from home has become the new normal for many of us due to the Covid-19 pandemic. While some have struggled to adapt to this new working mode, others have come to the welcome realization that their job requirements can be completed from anywhere and are beginning to explore their options. Let’s see if anyone would consider these exotic ‘working’ destinations.... BMC https://apple.news/AFlWy36mRRJOEPl3LM2NDhg

22.01.2022 Awesome!! It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Time to: 1/ continue to be vigilant, get tested if you feel unwell 2/ call us at 5248 1299 if you are not sure 3/ wash hands often... 4/ wear a mask as indicated when outside 5/ get your health back in order, don't delay 6/ book a Bulk billed Full Skin check with Dr Eric is only a phone call away Well done Victorians! We are very proud of you. BMC

21.01.2022 Further ease of restriction and the most welcoming one must be the need to wear a mask will be relaxed. However, we would still like to emphasis the importance of wearing it during indoor (e.g. coming into the clinic), in shopping centres, going into a library etc. When walking in the park where social distancing can be maintained, we are allowed to put the mask in our pocket and enjoy a bit of breeze and fresh air on our face. If situation changes, and we must put our mask b...ack on. Well done once again Victoria! BMC https://www.theage.com.au//victoria-close-to-eliminating-c

20.01.2022 How do we end the Pandemic? Let's have a look at other countries that adopt the same approaches as ours and compare to those didn't. Universal approaches for those who are beating the virus: - strict lockdown... - travel restrictions - massive testing - masks https://www.endcoronavirus.org/countries BMC

17.01.2022 BMC Christmas & New Year Opening Hours Thursday 24th December 8.30am 1pm Friday 25th December CLOSED Saturday 26th December 9am 12noon... Monday 28th December CLOSED Thursday 31st December 8.30am 1pm Friday 1st January CLOSED Saturday 2nd January 9am 12noon See more

17.01.2022 Completely New electrical circuit board upgrade with body protection has been completed. You can be sure our 35 years old building is sound and safe. BMC

17.01.2022 Mental Health Week 10-17 October 2020 This week is Mental Health Week which aims to improve community awareness and interest in mental health and wellbeing. To coincide with this, we are launching our new app, While I’m Away, which focuses on the child’s social and emotional wellbeing while a parent is away from their child for any period of time. This week we’re reflecting on the importance of supporting the social and emotional wellbeing and mental health of children through early intervention and prevention, and we’ll be sharing a number of our resources as a reminder of what infant and child mental health is and why it is important. https://emergingminds.com.au//what-is-infant-and-child-me/

16.01.2022 We continue to showcase our local artists art work in our clinic. This one is one of our favourites. Next time when you come in lets see if you can. BMC

16.01.2022 Update on . BMC https://www.facebook.com/GeelongCommunityChristmasDayLunch/posts/3415545785151005

16.01.2022 As we are embracing this new normal and new found freedom, the rest of the world is still searching for their path out of this COVID19 Pandemic. Many lessons learned, many are still in the process, we are sure many yet to come. Attached is the updated symptoms check list. BMC

15.01.2022 Another gentle reminder to all our patients - bulk billed skin check session with Dr Eric is still available. It it time to look after your skin before the summer. Book here or call 52481299 today for your appointment. https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/online-booking/... BMC

15.01.2022 Dr Genevieve Hamilton will be joining us as a GP starting from Nov 2020. And her appointments are filling up fast! Genevieve started out as a genetics research scientist, but quickly figured out that for her, it was more fun to work with humans than cells in laboratories! She went back to school to study Medicine and graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2011. She moved to Geelong for a temporary training post in 2014.and never left. She loves it down here, with her... husband, rescue greyhound, and three movie theatres to choose from (well when they are open). She has since become a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of the General Practitioners and absolutely loves the variety of patients and issues she sees in General Practice. From newborns to teenagers, and grown-ups to seniors... being a GP is her favorite job so far. She will be consulting most days of the week except Friday. She will be taking new patients however, only for a short period of time. Call us today to secure you appointment to be under her wonderful care. BMC

14.01.2022 We continue to showcase our local artists art work in our clinic. Let's see if you can find this one who was donated to us by a famous local artists 2 years ago. Next time when you come in lets see if you can. BMC

14.01.2022 Congratulations to our latest Banksian of the Month Robyn. Robyn is our ever helpful receptionist, and very deserving of this peer voted award. Say hello and ask to see her Badge next time you are in the clinic! We think we have the most helpful receptionists going- what do you think? #BMC #Banksianaward

13.01.2022 Bulk billed Skin check clinics are back! Due to COVID19, we have had to delay offering this to all our patients. Dr Eric who has a special interest in skin cancer (with his super advanced equipment) will be offering bulk billed skin checks for all of our patients. Please ring our reception for your skin check 52481299 or you can book online. Remember bulk billing of this check only applies with Dr Eric. ... BMC #skincheck #summeriscoming

13.01.2022 A rare photo series showing the Melbourne slums of the 1930s - good reflection how far we have become. Thanks to SLV Vault, more can be seen here:http://search.slv.vic.gov.au/primo-explore/search BMC https://youtu.be/bAgiSVYOTU0

11.01.2022 On this special Christmas Eve, let’s enjoy a bit of our Geelong tradition at home. Merry Christmas. BMC ... https://youtu.be/tyYQQ_6JBxE

09.01.2022 Lots of hope on a miracle cure but the fact is we still need lots of studying on this new disease. One thing for sure - it cannot be fixed by simple vitamins and minerals. Follow our post and we will update you regularly. BMC

09.01.2022 Do you have what it takes to inspire big ideas that will help regenerate our future city? Apply now to be part of Melbourne Knowledge Week 2021, our week-long festival for a smart and innovative city. Entrepreneurs, academics, startups, creatives, organisations big and small - apply now. https://mkw.melbourne.vic.gov.au/... BMC

08.01.2022 BE NICE TO YOURSELF Healthy eating is more like a marathon than a sprint. It’s very likely that you’ll have to ease into these things it isn’t a matter of smashing two family-size pizzas and a 2L Coke one night, then having a boiled egg white and green tea for breakfast the next day. Come speak to our GPs and our wonderful dietitian Kelsy Weight who will be giving you the most personalized approach to develop a good relationship with our diet. ... BMC https://astar.tv/making-a-healthy-eating-plan/

08.01.2022 Looking for a counsellor who speaks your language? This maybe helpful Heartchat.com.au or give us a call and we will guide your through. 52481299. BMC... https://www.sbs.com.au//culturally-diverse-australians-can

07.01.2022 2020 Children's Week in Geelong is coming to you online. 2020 will be the first online celebrations of Geelong Children’s Week as we bring the fun to children at home. Children’s Week 2020 will take place from Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November October 2020. The Children’s Week theme for 2020 is based on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child Article 15 ‘Children have the right to choose their own friends and Safely connect with others’ Thousands of ch...ildren and their families around the country will be involved in activities during Children’s Week thanks to the participation of schools, early years services, play groups, toy libraries, libraries and cultural and community groups. These events and activities focus the attention of the wider community on children and what’s important to them. Children's Week 2020 is a wonderful opportunity to promote the rights of children and young people, and to celebrate their capacity to actively contribute to the world around them. Access further information here: https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/childrensweek/

07.01.2022 Time Out says Honour Melbourne's unsung heroes with this year's Melbourne Awards This year’s Melbourne Awards will shine a light on community champions who stepped up during the pandemic. Hosted by the City of Melbourne, the aim of the 2020 awards is to recognise people who have made a significant contribution in business, digital innovation, youth, community, essential services, and arts and culture.... BMC https://www.timeout.com//things-to-do/2020-melbourne-awards

07.01.2022 Stay tuned. Don’t make any travel plan to NSW yet for situations are changing rapidly. BMC

03.01.2022 In late March, the regulator warned consumers to watch out for false and misleading advertising and warned companies against linking their products to the novel coronavirus. Claims being made include unregistered products that ‘kill COVID-19’, air purifiers that help fight the coronavirus, complementary medicines that prevent the virus, and a medical device that treats a number of serious diseases including COVID-19, HIV AIDs and cancer, the TGA website warned. Unfortunatel...y, stern words weren’t enough. Here are some of the most egregious COVID-19 rackets. Some are quite laughable. Still, the snake oils sales are still out there. If you are not sure, please contact your GP for proper professional advice. BMC https://medicalrepublic.com.au/the-biggest-tga-covid-crackd

02.01.2022 That's all for the daily update. We have done it! 0000 and this is the first time since the beginning of pandemic we have no patient in hospital, and no patient in the community with no death for 24 days and no mysterious cases. Absolutely brilliant! We would like to say a big thank you to all our staff and patients who have been part of our frequent then daily update since 23/1/2020, the beginning of this pandemic . Our daily update will return back to regular update, sinc...e today's edition will be the last daily one. If the needs arise again, we will resume daily update. BMC will continue to walk with all our patients during this difficult time of pandemic. We are in this together. BMC

01.01.2022 BMC is very excited to announce Dr Genevieve Hamilton will be joining us as a GP starting from Nov 2020. Genevieve started out as a genetics research scientist, but quickly figured out that for her, it was more fun to work with humans than cells in laboratories! She went back to school to study Medicine and graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2011. She moved to Geelong for a temporary training post in 2014.and never left. She loves it down here, with her husband, ...rescue greyhound, and three movie theatres to choose from (well when they are open). She has since become a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of the General Practitioners and absolutely loves the variety of patients and issues she sees in General Practice. From newborns to teenagers, and grown-ups to seniors... being a GP is her favorite job so far. She will be consulting most days of the week except Friday. Come and meet our new member of the Banksia Family. BMC

01.01.2022 Top ten tips for mental health during times of uncertainty and struggles: The 10 key points are: - Choose me time over screen time.... - Caring for yourself helps you care for others. - Financial stress is real stress. Seek free support today. - It’s better not to bottle up your feelings. Take steps to change your drinking habits. - Make a routine that works for you. - There is no place for domestic or family violence. Help is here. - Help is available if you reach out. Call 52481299 to speak to our GPs - Your support can make a difference. - Play your part. Feel good by doing good. - Make a break a regular thing. We are in this togtether. BMC