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Florence St Family Practice

Locality: Hornsby, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9476 2255

Address: Suite 6, Ground Floor, 32 Florence St 2077 Hornsby, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.florencestfamilypractice.com.au

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25.01.2022 Phase 1B of the Covid-19 Vaccine Roll-out officially commences on the 22/03/2021. We will be involved in the Phase 1B Covid-19 vaccine rollout mid April. Our initial supplies are limited so we will be prioritizing the eligible groups and contacting them individually. Please be patient as you wait your turn. When supply becomes more readily available, we will open up more appointments and let you know. Please also view our website for further details

24.01.2022 All flu vaccines are now available at the surgery. Currently our phone lines are extremely busy, however for everyone's safety please be patient and phone to make an appointment, please do not attend without an appointment.

22.01.2022 Existing patients of the practice will now be able to access bulk billed telephone consultations with their usual GP. Patients simply telephone the practice and book an appointment time. Your doctor will then call you at the designated time. This is suitable for patients who require a repeat prescription, referrals, need to discuss their results or who would like counselling. Face to face consultations are still required for immunisations, dressings and if the doctor deems it necessary over the phone. At the moment only private flu vaccines are available for people aged 5-65, these are $15.00. You need to be well in order to receive the flu vaccine. We are conducting flu vaccine clinics, aimed at minimising your exposure to the practice premises- please call the surgery for an appointment and further details.

22.01.2022 Advice re the coronavirus is changing daily. As at 09/03/2020: We have been advised to only refer patients for testing if they meet specific criteria as resources are limited. Some schools have asked for testing of their students even though they don’t meet specific criteria. Due to high demand, pathology labs have asked you to ring beforehand for information particularly about wearing a mask and they will see you by appointment only. Presently there is a wait time for testin...g of approximately 2-3 days and then it takes a further 2-3 days before you get a result. You are asked to stay in self isolation until you receive your results. Hornsby Hospital Emergency Department is also testing now. We currently do not have testing equipment at the surgery. In the interests of public health, it is important you phone the surgery for an appointment. Please do not attend the surgery without an appointment and DO NOT BOOK ONLINE. Our nurses will be triaging patients over the phone. Appointments will be scheduled at specific times so that babies and patients at increased risk, do not become exposed. If you have flu-like symptoms, stop in the hallway and phone for a mask, staff will then direct you to the isolation area. If you need an urgent appointment- then you are too sick to attend the surgery and will need to present to Accident and Emergency. In this instance, please call 000 for an ambulance and advise them that you may have been exposed to coronavirus. If you have a mild illness you will still need to self isolate as others around you may develop a more serious version of the illness. Please follow the isolation guide on the following website: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au For more information: You can also call the healthdirect helpline on 1800 022 222 to speak with a registered nurse OR For general information on the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), call the Australian Government's Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080 and For the latest updates on COVID-19 in Australia, visit the Department of Health website

19.01.2022 An Implanon and Mirena IUD insertion and removal service is now offered at Florence St family practice by Dr Das. Patients are advised to phone the surgery for a consultation first.

19.01.2022 How can you prepare for possible Coronavirus? -Make sure you have enough medication for one month -Get a flu vaccine this year, currently these are scheduled to come out in April. -If you are over 65 get the pneumonia vaccine if you have not had one previously. -In the event of a serious outbreak, postpone any routine check ups.... -If you have a fever, sore throat, runny nose or chest symptoms phone your GP practice for advice before coming in -For more detailed information please look at our website under the "news" section See more

18.01.2022 As of 24th April, NSW Health recommends that anyone with respiratory symptoms or unexplained fever should be tested for COVID-19. For more information please call the surgery for a bulk billed telephone appointment or contact the COVID hotline 1800 020 080. However, if you are feeling very unwell- difficulty breathing, chest pains call 000 for an ambulance. Also flu vaccines are still readily available for over 65s and children under 5. As we are approaching winter and schools will be recommencing soon, please consider vaccinating your child.

16.01.2022 FLU VACCINE UPDATE: We still have plenty of flu vaccines for children under 5 and have a small supply left for the over 65s. For ages 5-65 we are expecting a delivery of flu vaccines in late June- however these will only be available to patients with chronic disease such as diabetes, heart disease, asthma, emphysema, kidney disease and cancer; pregnant women will also be eligible for the vaccine when supplies return. If you do not fit into these categories please phone the surgery for a prescription.

15.01.2022 Easter and Anzac Day Break April 2020 The surgery will be closed over the Easter Long Weekend from Friday 10th April to and including Monday 13th April; it will also be closed on Anzac Day -Saturday 25th April. In an emergency please phone 000. For all other after-hours medical care please phone: The National Home Doctor Service - Ph: 13 SICK or 13 7425.

15.01.2022 PRIVATE flu vaccines are now available at the surgery. Vaccines for people over 65 are not in yet, we expect these to be available about Mid April. Children under 5 will also be able to receive a free flu vaccine when this becomes available- again this is expected around Mid April. If you are well and have had a previous flu shot you may like to book in to attend our flu clinic. In order to maintain safe distancing we will be running this separately to the normal general practice. Please call the surgery for times and more information.

15.01.2022 FLU VACCINES FOR ALL AGES ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT THE PRACTICE. Children 6 months to 5 years and adults over 65 are eligible for a free flu vaccine. Flu vaccines for those aged 5-65 are free if you have a chronic medical condition. All other patients- the cost is $15.00. Please remember that while people over 65 years of age can buy vaccines suitable for the younger population, the FREE vaccine they receive from the doctor has been formulated especially to be more potent.... Also remember that you need to leave a minimum of two weeks between the flu vaccine and the Covid-19 VACCINE, they cannot be given at the same time.

14.01.2022 Flu vaccines for those aged 5-65 are now available. Patients with chronic medical conditions receive these free, all other patients- the cost is $15.00. Unfortunately free flu vaccines for those over 65 and under 5 are not available at this time. Please remember that while people over 65 years of age can buy vaccines suitable for the younger population, the FREE vaccine they receive from the doctor has been formulated especially to be more potent. We are expecting deliveries of this vaccine in April. Also remember that you need to leave a minimum of two weeks between the flu vaccine and the Covid-19 Vaccine- they cannot be given at the same time.

14.01.2022 In view of the Coronavirus, all online appointments have been temporarily suspended. Please phone the surgery for an appointment. Also, in the interests of public health, please do not attend the surgery without calling first. Due to a shortage of masks, if you think you have a flu-like illness and have a mask, please wear it into your appointment. Flu vaccine are expected to arrive Mid April- watch this space....

12.01.2022 Unfortunately due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak all patients are reminded to wear a mask when attending the practice. We have updated our COVID Safety plan which now involves checking in with a QR code linked to Service NSW. To save time, please download the Service NSW app prior to your appointment. If you do not have a phone that can download apps, then staff will check you in. All people who attend the practice are required to wear a mask and check in with the QR code in...cluding carers and family members (children too). For the safety of our entire General Practice Community, if you have a cold or flu like symptoms or have been in any of the hotspot areas, please get tested and stay home until you receive your result. If you require medical attention and it is an emergency- dial 000; otherwise you can organise for a bulk billed telehealth consultation with your doctor. If you already have an appointment and are unwell or potentially have been exposed to COVID and are isolating, please phone the surgery to change your appointment to a bulk billed telehealth appointment. See more

08.01.2022 Covid-19 vaccinations have commenced for frontline workers. There have been many inquiries from patients so we have added a Covid-19 Vaccine Information page on our website: https://www.florencestfamilypractice.com.au This will continue to be updated as we receive more information about the rollouts- so please keep checking in.

07.01.2022 While people over 65 years of age can buy vaccines suitable for the younger population, the FREE vaccine they receive from the doctor has been formulated especially to be more potent. We are expecting deliveries of this vaccine in April- please be patient. Also please note that children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years are eligible for a FREE vaccine through their doctor.

05.01.2022 The Surgery will be closed on Saturday 12th October for a computer upgrade. Please be aware, this will also affect online appointments. We will be back as usual by Monday 14th October. We apologise for the inconvenience.

02.01.2022 Festive Season Opening Hours 2019 Monday 23rd December 8:30am 6.00pm Tuesday 24th December (Christmas Eve) 8:30am 4.30pm... Wednesday 25th December (Christmas Day) CLOSED Thursday 26th December (Boxing Day) CLOSED Friday 27th December 8:30am 5.00pm Saturday 28th December 8:30am 12.00pm Sunday 29th December CLOSED Monday 30th December 8:30am 5.00pm Tuesday 31st December (New Years Eve) 8:30am 4.30pm Wednesday 1st January (New Years Day) CLOSED Thursday 2nd January Business as usual 8:30am 6pm In an emergency please phone 000 For all other after-hours medical care please phone: The National Home Doctor Service - Ph: 13 SICK or 13 7425 The Doctors and staff at Florence Street Family Practice wish you a safe and happy holiday season!