Ngak Min Health in Gordonvale, Queensland | Medical and health

Ngak Min Health

Locality: Gordonvale, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4043 3799

Address: 1 Maher Road 4870 Gordonvale, QLD, Australia

Website: https://ngakminhealth.org.au

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24.01.2022 Deadly choices have now partnered with Ngak Min Health. A great incentive to access health services and empower our mob to make healthy lifestyle choices!

24.01.2022 We are excited that we will soon be able to offer the COVID-19 vaccine to those eligible. We expect to receive supplies in the final week of April. Once we get certainty around our supply dates we will provide more details.

24.01.2022 Power to our girls through health, education, and cultural embrace!

22.01.2022 We are proud to support Our Sisters to be strong in mind, body. We have incredible doctors and indigenous health workers who provide a culturally safe space for girls to make informed choices about their own health and well-being.

22.01.2022 Our Djarragun College students: Naidoc spirit #NAIDOC2020

21.01.2022 Proud to support the students of Djarragun. They have a bright future ahead.

20.01.2022 New Family Medical and Health Clinic. Residents of the south-side there is a new medical and health clinic near you. ... Turn at Djarragun College and you will find Ngak Min Health. Family-centred care including GPs, Paediatrician, Psychologist, Speech and Occupational therapy, and parenting support programs. Opening Times 8:30am-4:30pm. Call: 07 40433799

19.01.2022 Ngak Min Health is part of Cape York Partnership working towards change in passive welfare and reform in communities, through the vision that Cape York people have the capabilities to choose a life they have reason to value. Ngak Min is proud to have 218 students access clinic services! This is just one of our many highlights of Cape York Partnership from the last six months of 2020.... You can read more in our most recent Family Empowerment Report at bit.ly/FER-July-Dec2020 See more

19.01.2022 INTRODUCING | Dr Matthew Carson working Tuesdays and Thursdays at Ngak Min Health. "I was born and raised a Kiwi living in New Zealand. I travelled 'across the ditch' in 2008 to study medicine in Brisbane and after travelling around as a junior Dr for a few years I then relocated to Cairns in 2018 to complete my GP training. While in Cairns I have enjoyed working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Health both locally as well as some travel up to communities in Cape York and the Torres Strait. Outside of work I enjoy spearfishing in the Great Barrier Reef, swimming in freshwater creeks and generally exploring the great outdoors that FNQ has to offer."

19.01.2022 Educating girls on their mental and physical health is a vital part of their education. So proud to be a partner of the Our Sisters initiative.

18.01.2022 Our team at Ngak Min joining in the NAIDOC celebrations with Djarragun college.

16.01.2022 Djarragun College Primary students!

16.01.2022 #reconciliationweek2020

15.01.2022 Ngak Min Health is pleased to introduce GP Dr Anji Sam who shares insight into the unique support the centre is providing Indigenous students and their families in far north Queensland. Ngak Min is co-located on the campus of Djarragun College and welcomes the public to its full service clinic.

14.01.2022 MEET DR ANJI SAM Dr Anji has been a practising doctor for 20 years and a General Practitioner for more than 16 years. She brings extensive and varied experience in Medicine from all corners of Australia including Perth, Sydney, the Kimberley, Northern Territory, Cape York and Cairns as well as internationally in London. She has worked in tertiary hospitals, private practice, remote communities as well as in community-controlled organisations across the top end of Australia.... Dr Anji has cared for First People of this nation for the majority of her General Practice career and is incredibly passionate about improving the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. She believes in empowering future generations through the prioritisation of Health and Education in children. Her family centred approach, and experience in complex health issues is of great benefit to the Cairns community.

13.01.2022 We have commenced administering the AstraZeneca Covid 19 vaccine for those over 50 years of age. If you are over 50 years old and would like the vaccine please call 4043 3799 or email [email protected] for further information.

12.01.2022 Residents of the south-side there is a NEW medical and health clinic near you. Turn at Djarragun College and you will find Ngak Min Health. 1 Maher Road, Gordonvale 4865 Opening Times 8:30am-4:30pm Call: 07 40433799

10.01.2022 Our fantastic Ngak Min Team, Dr. Baz, Jayrahni, Fiona Lewis and Sharume Geesu taking some time to watch the Djarragun College students performing live

07.01.2022 Star struck Dr Anj met Jonathan Thurston! Dr Anj (Dr Anjayani Sam) believes in empowering future generations through the prioritisation of health and education in children. What better way to support her message then with the man himself, JT, an Indigenous role model who shares the vision of empowerment. Last month Ngak Min Health joined Djarragun College to launch the JTConnect, a new program to encourage the youth of Cairns to pursue the employment journey of their cho...ice. We truly believe that the more empowered young people feel to pursue their own choices for their life, the better. This is encouraged by instilling a strong sense of self belief, confidence and courage that they can pursue a career or a job of their choice, said Thurston.

07.01.2022 Ngak Min is very proud to support these girls. They are working to overcome tremendous obstacles in their lives. At Ngak Min we support the girls through health education and regular wellbeing checks.

07.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS to our amazing Aboriginal Health Worker Jayrahni Nicholls, who has completed her degree and was awarded Student of the Year for JCU: James Cook University, Australia Bachelor of Nursing Science, class of 2020 at the Congress of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nurses and Midwives conference dinner on Monday evening. We are so proud of you

07.01.2022 The Australian government has reported that 'social distancing' is flattening the curve. It is the best practical way we can help to protect ourselves and our families.

06.01.2022 Emma McCann - Family and Child Practitioner from Ngak Min Health shares an insight into her role and how the clinic provides tailored support to Indigenous youth.

06.01.2022 IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM NGAK MIN HEALTH

06.01.2022 Here is our fabulous Nurse Practitioner Mel Dunstan. Mel is our Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner, at Ngak Min Health who assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages patient illnesses.... Mel has extensive qualifications including Nurse Practitioner, Registered Midwife, Child Health Nurse, Diabetes Educator, Cervical Screening and Sexual Health. She is able to see patients independently of a doctor, can bill Medicare, and do scripts and referrals within her scope of practice. Mel is qualified to see complicated patients for case management or extra support or health promotion. She is available for: Women’s Health checks Immunisations Health Checks Diabetic reviews Chronic disease care plans General nursing To book an appointment with Mel please call 4043 3799.

06.01.2022 Prof Ernest Hunter's long association with First Nations communities provides invaluable insight for health professionals about how to modify western practices for meaningful engagement and towards trauma informed approaches.

04.01.2022 A big warm welcome to our new General Manager of Ngak Min Health, Charmaine Nicholls. "My family has been fortunate to have our land handed back, which is Jaycreek, West of Mparntwe. Jaycreek has many special places, but the more well-known ones are Stanley Chasm, Simpson Gap, Honeymoon Gap and the Twin Ghost Gums.... My family Dreaming is that of the Yeperenye (caterpillar), but in and around Mparntwe places such as Anthwerrke (Emily Gap), Akeyulerre (Billy Goat Hill), Ntaripe (Heavitree Gap), Atnelkentyarliweke (Anzac Hill) and Alhekulyele (Mt Gillen) have significant importance. My family has other stories, and it is through these stories that the landscape of Mparntwe was shaped. It was on Atnelkentyarliweke (Anzac Hill) as the sun was setting on Mparntwe, that Mr Harold Thomas (my grandfather’s family) was watching the sun go down over the West McDonald Ranges, and at that moment, he saw what we now see as the Aboriginal Flag! In addition to my strong connection to my culture, I have a great understanding and passion for comprehensive and holistic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care. I have dedicated both my personal and professional life to this, including advocating for improvements to the Social Determinants of Health for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. I have worked in this sector for over 25-years now with many deadly and diverse people from all professions. I always say that I was born into Aboriginal health, as many of my family have been instrumental in the early days of fighting to have the Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (CAAC) (est. 1972), Congress Alukura (by our Grandmothers law/lore) (est. 1980s) and the Central Land Council established. My grandmother’s brother was elected as the first deputy (1975) with Mr Charlie Perkins being elected Chair. I am looking forward to working side-by-side with all the staff at Ngak Min Health, our CEO, Cape York Partnership staff and staff from other entities to continue to work towards our agenda!" - Charmaine Penangke Nicholls (nee Kenny-Campbell) Here is a photo of me holding our next strong, healthy, and resilient generation of leaders

02.01.2022 David and Zoe are using their personal tragedy to help other families. Please hear their story. Thank you Djarragun College for this great initiative. Educating our young people about mental health can save lives.

02.01.2022 Last month, our team was busy administering the Year 7 immunisations, Gardisil and Boostrix, to the students at Djarragun College ensuring their immunisations and protection are continued on from childhood.

01.01.2022 Always was, Always will be. What does Naidoc week mean for you? Thank you to the beautiful students at Djarragun College for sharing with us!

01.01.2022 HIRING NOW - We are seeking a General Manager to be responsible for planning, developing, and evaluating the delivery of health, mental health and social-emotional wellbeing services to the clients of Ngak Min Health. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply. Visit: http://bit.ly/NNgakMinHealthGeneralManager for more information.