Greenwich Village Medical Practice in Greenwich, New South Wales, Australia | Doctor

Greenwich Village Medical Practice

Locality: Greenwich, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9436 2033

Address: 99 Greenwich 2065 Greenwich, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Plastic lids can now be dropped off at Greenwich Village Medical practice for #Lids4Kids. These lids are recycled into prosthetic limbs for children. There is a box outside the surgery- near the Book Nook - to put the lids in. . Please note the types of lids that can be left and please make sure they are clean. Thank you

24.01.2022 DR SARAH BALDWIN (A SPECIALIST GERIATRICIAN) WILL BE COMMENCING WORK AT GVMP ON MONDAY 31ST AUGUST FROM 1:30 PM. DR BALDWIN PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH ASSESSMENTS AND PLANNING FOR PEOPLE AGED 65 YEARS AND OVER. ... Geriatricians might help manage: dementia and other cognitive problems problems with mobility and frailty incontinence nutrition issues medicines and their interactions assistance required in the home complex medical issues A geriatrician will conduct a comprehensive assessment to help you understand and manage your physical, mental and social situation. They might refer you to other specialists and to support services. They might also put together a management plan or healthcare plan to help keep you as healthy and as independent as possible. If you are 65 years or over and would like to see Dr Sarah Baldwin, please book at reception or call 02 9436 2033

24.01.2022 Our Astra Zeneca Covid19 vaccination clinics are going very well and have become quite social occasions with patients required to wait around for at least 15 minutes after vaccination. Some patients have suggested I set up a bar!! (Really! )...maybe a tea station... We also have plenty of influenza vaccines- just make sure there is at least 2 weeks between your Covid and influenza vaccinations. And while we are talking vaccinations consider: Shingles vaccination (Zostava...x, free for ages 70-79yo) Tetanus vaccination (every 10 years) Pneumonia vaccination (Pneumovax 23- once only or maybe twice, 5 years apart for high risk patients ). Stay healthy everyone!

22.01.2022 Our new massage/acupuncture therapist Jie Huang starts work at GVMP on Friday 16th October. Jie trained in acupuncture in China and massage in Australia. She has worked in the UK previously and in Australia for the past 7 years. She does all types of massage, is registered with AHPRA and insured and health fund rebates are available.

21.01.2022 Today is World Heart Day. Take care of your heart by eating a healthy diet (cut down on saturated fats- meat and dairy fats), increase your vegetables, legumes, beans, nuts, oats, fibre and plant based oils and exercise regularly .

21.01.2022 NSW Health is alerting the public to the following locations visited by confirmed cases of COVID-19: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates As... outlined today, three new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in South West Sydney. All three cases are under investigation, with contact tracing underway. People who attended the Fitness First Carlingford Pilates Class on Saturday 3 October from 8:15 am to 9:15 am are considered close contacts and must immediately get tested and isolate for 14 days since they were there, and stay isolated for the entire period, even if a negative test result is received. NSW Health is directly contacting those who attended. NSW Health is assessing potential exposure to COVID-19 of people who attended several other venues. Anyone who attended the following venues is considered casual contacts and should immediately isolate and get tested even if they develop the slightest symptoms of COVID-19. Friday 2 October: Kmart, Narellan Town Centre, Narellan 6 pm to 7 pm Saturday 3 October: Fitness First, Carlingford (all attendees other than those in the pilates class notified above): 8 to 9:15am Sunday 4 October: Penrith Homemaker Centre, Penrith 11 am to 1 pm Sunday 4 October: Guzman y Gomez, Penrith 1:30 pm to 2 pm Sunday 4 October: Home Co, Penrith 2 pm to 2:30 pm Monday 5 October: Westfield Parramatta 9:30 am to 11 am Monday 5 October: Castle Towers Shopping Centre, Castle Hill 12 pm to 1 pm Testing numbers have dropped recently, which is a concern. NSW Health renews its call for increased testing across Sydney, even if you have the mildest of symptoms like a runny nose or scratchy throat, cough, fever or other symptoms that could be COVID-19. This is especially important for people across West and South West Sydney with these new cases and after the state’s sewage surveillance program detected fragments of the virus at the North Richmond and West Camden treatment plants. COVID-19 testing clinics can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics, or call your GP.

18.01.2022 More information on the very rare prothrombotic disorder associated with the Astra Zeneca Covid-19 vaccine has become available. The vaccine appears to be linked to a condition that clinically resembles heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) and that occurs mainly in younger women. The information below comes from Medscape Family Medicine. "Researchers have described clinical and laboratory details of nine patients from Germany and Austria who developed this condition 4 to ...16 days after receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine in a preprint article published March 28 on Research Square.They found that serum from four patients who were tested showed platelet-activating antibodies directed against platelet factor 4 (PF4), similar to what is seen in HIT.They are proposing naming the condition "vaccine-induced prothrombotic immune thrombocytopenia (VIPIT)" to avoid confusion with HIT. At a press conference March 31, the EMA said its ongoing review of the situation "has not identified any specific risk factors, such as age, gender or a previous medical history of clotting disorders, for these very rare events. A causal link with the vaccine is not proven but is possible, and further analysis is continuing."

18.01.2022 The NSW Government is using CCTV to monitor how many people are wearing masks at the busiest five train stations in Sydney, if people aren't wearing masks, harsher restrictions could be imposed. NSW recorded nine new cases on Friday.

18.01.2022 Greenwich Village Medical Practice is looking for an excellent part-time VR GP. We are a small, community practice focussed on quality, wholistic care of our clientele. We are not a rush them through, bulk-billing practice. Many of our patients have chronic and complex health issues which is both challenging and rewarding. We want a GP who cares, who is interested in their patients and shows empathy and compassion and is able co-ordinate total patient care. Our practice is l...ocated in the lovely suburb of Greenwich NSW and is a great place to work. Our patients appreciate quality care and if given that care will reward you with life-long loyalty. We have very close connections with local hospitals, both public and private, nursing homes, retirement villages, Specialists and and allied health care providers. If you want a rewarding, enjoyable career in General Practice in a friendly, community based practice - please contact Dr Therese Wales on 02-94362033. See more

17.01.2022 Please isolate if you have ANY symptoms and please wear a mask and hand sanitise when out and about. Probably a good idea to limit the number of places you visit also.

16.01.2022 OK Greenwich. Let's all learn CPR and try to win an AED for the community.Sign up to do a free online CPR course with Surf Lifesaving led by the original Yellow Wiggle, Greg Page . https://go.nextdoor.com/heartoftheneighbourhood

13.01.2022 Friday 16th October, we will be welcoming Jie Huang to GVMP. Jie is a very experienced massage therapist and acupuncturist. Jie has extensive training and qualifications in traditional acupuncture (Shanghai University) and Massage Therapy (Australia). Jie has practised in China, the UK and for the past 7 years in Australia. Jie is an accredited and registered AHPRA practitioner. Types of massage therapy available - Remedial, Relaxation, Pre/Post natal, Sports, Deep Tissue Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage. Health Fund rebates available.

13.01.2022 Healthy fats? Healthy fats tend to be liquid at room temperature (oils) and include: monounsaturated fats (omega 9) and polyunsaturated fats (omega 3 and 6). Unhealthy or saturated fats tend to be solid at room temperature. Omega 3 are healthy oils, essential for humans, but human bodies cannot make them.They should be included in your diet and are beneficial for -heart health, lower heart rate, lower triglycerides, reduce blood pressure, improve blood vessel function, ...delay the build up of arterial plaque - mental health - reducing weight and waist size - decreasing liver fat - supporting infant brain health - fighting inflammation The best food sources of omega 3 oils are oily fish (salmon, tuna, sardines, mackerel, anchovies) and chia, walnut and flax seeds. Omega 6 oils are also essential and should be included in the diet. They primarily provide energy. Too many omega 6's can increase the risk of inflammation and inflammatory disease. Omega 6 oils are found in vegetable oils, nuts and seeds. It is best to avoid refined cooking oils but opt for extra virgin olive oil for cooking. Commercial vegetable oils may also contain trans fats, which are associated with increased risk of heart disease, obesity, cancer, and diabetes. You should eat more omega 3's than omega 6's. Omega 9 oils are not strictly essential in the diet but do have health benefits such as improved insulin sensitivity, cognitive ability and decreased inflammation. Nuts, seeds and nut and seed oils are rich in omega 9. THE MAIN THINGS TO AVOID ARE SATURATED AND TRANS FATS. These fats can increase the risk of heart disease by increasing the bad (LDL) cholesterol and lowering the good (HDL) cholesterol. Saturated fats are mainly found in meat and dairy products, such as meat fat, chicken skin, butter, cream, ghee, lard, copha, dripping, ham, processed meats, bacon, palm oil, coconut oil and dairy ice cream. Try to avoid or at least reduce these. Trans fats are mainly found in processed foods such as biscuits, cakes, pastries, hot chips, pizza, hamburgers. The best fats/oils to eat are: unrefined, extra virgin olive oil, walnut oil, flaxseed oil, avocado oil, grapeseed oil, sunflower oil and sesame oil. Avoid palm oil and coconut oil. When using oils for cooking use oils that have a high smoke point- unrefined, extra virgin olive is generally considered the best. Never heat your oil to 'burn' point.

12.01.2022 The mental health effects of the Covid-19 pandemic are certainly becoming evident. Here's a few natural strategies.

12.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS!! New cases of Corona virus recorded at Ripples Milsons Point, Mazda Artarmon repair centre, north shore train line and Macquarie University acquatic centre. NSW health contact tracing underway. If you have visited these places please be mindful of infection and get tested. Please everyone, wear a mask and wash hands frequently and get tested if you have ANY symptoms. If visiting GVMP we ask that you a) you do not attend if you have symptoms- phone us b) wear a mask c) wash hands and use hand sanitiser d) socially distance. You can get tested quickly and easily at RNSH.

12.01.2022 Artists! Would you like to showcase your talent at The Greenwich Village Medical Practice. We have free wall space and high exposure for those masterpieces and we love promoting local talent. If you are interested in displaying your work please contact Dr Therese Wales at the practice. Ph: 9436 2033.

12.01.2022 Shout out today to all our wonderful receptionists and especially Lauren Anderson today who 'saved' someone from having a serious stroke yesterday. Please everyone learn the signs of stroke and act FAST. Call an ambulance and go to the nearest hospital- they will not dismiss you!

08.01.2022 Rooms available for lease at Greenwich Village Medical Practice. Specialists, GPs, Allied health practitioners - all welcome to apply. The new room is a good size, freshly painted, new flooring and new furnishings and suitable for a range of health related services. Other rooms are available for afternoon sessions.

06.01.2022 GVMP welcomes Geriatrician, Dr Sarah Baldwin to the practice. Sarah will be working at the practice Monday afternoons to begin with. www.drsebaldwin.com.au

06.01.2022 In the next few weeks we should be getting delivery of a lot more Astra Zeneca Covid 19 vaccine, so will be able to increase the number of vaccination clinics we have. Stay tuned.

04.01.2022 https://go.nextdoor.com/heartoftheneighbourhood Come on Greenwich! We can do this. Sign up to do a free CPR class with the original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page. The suburb with the most participants will win: 1. A custom song about your neighbourhood composed and performed by Greg and some of his celebrity friends 2. A neighbourhood celebration courtesy of Nextdoor (in line with COVID-19 restrictions) 3. A free AED for your neighbourhood to be placed in a central community locati...on And best best of all, you will be helping to SAVE LIVES

02.01.2022 GVMP has both Covid-19 (Astra Zeneca, for above 50yo)) and Influenza vaccines (for all age groups) available. Book now to get you vaccines. Ph: 9436 2033

01.01.2022 Some updates to the surgery