Pioneer Health Albany in Albany, Western Australia | Family medicine practice

Pioneer Health Albany

Locality: Albany, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9842 2822

Address: 2 Pioneer Road 6330 Albany, WA, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK 2020 (1st-7th August) This year's focus: "Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet"... "Breastmilk is a natural, renewable food that is environmentally safe and green because it is produced and delivered to the consumer without pollution, packaging or waste." https://worldbreastfeedingweek.org/ -------- Pioneer Health has a qualified Lactation Consultant, Mel Scott, who can assist with any breastfeeding issues. To book an appointment with Mel please phone 9842 2822. For more information please visit our website https://pioneerhealth.com.au/Services/Lactation-Services

24.01.2022 Pioneer Health Albany is looking for a part-time receptionist (15-20 hours per week). Initial contract is for 3 months with a possible extension. Any queries to Natalie Brooks on 9842 2822. To apply, please send a cover letter and CV (including references) to [email protected] by 4pm Thursday 11th June 2020.

24.01.2022 HAVE YOU BEEN ASKED TO PROVIDE AN IMMUNISATION HISTORY STATEMENT? You can access your Immunisation History Statement by logging on to your MyGov account. You will find a "How-to" guide to accessing your Immunisation History on our website:... https://pioneerhealth.com.au//How%20to%20print%20Immunisat See more

24.01.2022 PLANET PIONEER PLASTIC FREE JULY Great tip from Albany Eco House regarding recycling plastics from electronic waste.

23.01.2022 HOW CAN I ACCESS MY GP? We have appointments available every day: Teleheath Consult... To book a telehealth appointment, you can call the practice on 9842 2822 or book online at https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ Face to Face Please call the practice on 9842 2822 to book a face to face appointment. We are open Monday - Friday 8am to 5.30pm. If you have any cold or flu symptoms and would like to see a GP, please visit our Drive-Through Clinic weekdays 9am - 12noon. No appointment necessary.

22.01.2022 WE HAVE FLU VACCINES IN STOCK Please phone the practice on 9842 2822 to book into our Flu Immunisation Clinic.

20.01.2022 COLD OR FLU SYMPTOMS? Pioneer Health would like to remind our patients that we are continuing to screen anyone who enters our practice. If you have any cold or flu symptoms (e.g. cough, sore throat, fever) that you are concerned about, please book into the Albany Drive-Through Respiratory Clinic - 9892 0480 https://pioneerhealth.com.au/... If your visit is not related to your flu symptoms, you may be able to book a telephone consult. Alternatively, if your appointment is not urgent, you can book an appointment in the practice when you are symptom free. Please feel free to call the practice and our friendly reception team will be able to assist with working out the best option for you. 9842 2822 https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ Even with low case numbers in WA, it is important for us to continue our COVID-safe procedures in our practice. We thank our patients for their understanding.

19.01.2022 MOLE MAPPING HAS ARRIVED AT ALBANY SKIN CLINIC Albany Skin Clinic is excited to announce the introduction of DermEngine software. DermEngine can:... Track your spots over time and identify potential changes. Add spots of interest to your digital body map. Compare your case to a library of visually similar images. To book a skin check appointment at Albany Skin Clinic phone 9892 0470 or visit https://www.albanyskinclinic.com/

18.01.2022 Plantagenet Medical are seeking a Practice Manager.

17.01.2022 Very glad to say that our power is back on!

17.01.2022 Our phones are currently not working and we apologise profusely. Some appointments can be booked online https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ We thank you for your patience while we have this problem rectified.

15.01.2022 It is important for all our patients to continue to look after all facets of their health during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. And that means staying in contact with your GP. WE HAVE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE EVERYDAY You can choose a face-to-face or telehealth consultation.... To book a telehealth appointment you can book online https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ or phone 9842 2822. To book a face-to-face appointment please phone 9842 2822.

15.01.2022 PLANET PIONEER Under the inspiring leadership of our very own Dr Nicole Sleeman, Pioneer Health is reviewing our processes and making changes that will lead to - Plastics use reduction - Paper waste reduction... - Improved recycling - Reduction of fossil fuel consumption Well kick off by signing up for Plastic Free July (https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/) and making a start on reducing the amount of plastic we use.

14.01.2022 WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK 2020 (1st-7th August) This years focus: "Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet"... "Breastmilk is a natural, renewable food that is environmentally safe and green because it is produced and delivered to the consumer without pollution, packaging or waste." https://worldbreastfeedingweek.org/ -------- Pioneer Health has a qualified Lactation Consultant, Mel Scott, who can assist with any breastfeeding issues. To book an appointment with Mel please phone 9842 2822. For more information please visit our website https://pioneerhealth.com.au/Services/Lactation-Services

14.01.2022 INTRODUCING OUR NEW TEMPERATURE SCANNER.... As part of the screening process when you enter Pioneer Health, our scanner will automatically take your temperature. Its easy! Just stand in front of the scanner and look at the dot. ... (Small children may still have to be checked using a handheld thermometer.) We hope this will make the entry process easier as we continue our procedures to keep our community as safe as possible during the pandemic.

13.01.2022 >>> POWER OUTAGE <<< Pioneer Health is currently experiencing a power outage and we are uncertain when it will be resolved. Our phones, however, ARE currently ...working, so.... IF YOU HAVE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY, please phone the practice on 9842 2822 before coming in to see if your GP is able to proceed with your consultation. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience.

13.01.2022 >>> PRIVATE FLU VACCINES <<< We have just received a limited number of private flu vaccines. We also have Government-funded flu vaccines available for:... Over 65s Children 6mths to Year 6 Patients with a chronic condition Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients (over 6mths old) Pregnant women Please call the practice on 9842 2822 if you would like to book into our flu clinic. The cost of a private flu vaccine is $15.

11.01.2022 Book telehealth appts online. ~~~~~~~~~~ Just visit our website https://www.pioneerhealth.com.au/ and click the book now button to book a telehealth appt.

10.01.2022 >>> ALBANY RESPIRATORY CLINIC <<< The Department of Health is still advising anyone with cold or flu symptoms to be tested for COVID-19. If you have symptoms such as a cough, sore throat, fever, tiredness or shortness of breath you are encouraged to make an appointment at the Albany Respiratory Clinic where you will be assessed by a GP and tested for COVID-19 if appropriate. ... You can also obtain a medical certificate if required. To make an appointment please call 9892 0480 or book online via https://pioneerhealth.com.au/

10.01.2022 THE DRIVE-THROUGH CLINIC WILL BE CLOSED on Thursday and Friday this week while we make improvements. The clinic will be re-opening on Monday 18th May as Albany Drive-Through Respiratory Clinic. In the meantime, if you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms and would like to be assessed, please call Pioneer Health on 9842 2822 to make a telephone consultation appointment.

09.01.2022 ***We wish to advise that this POSITION has been FILLED*** Thanks to everyone who applied. Pioneer Health Albany is looking for a part-time receptionist (15-20 hours per week). Initial contract is for 3 months with a possible extension.... Any queries to Natalie Brooks on 9842 2822. To apply, please send a cover letter and CV (including references) to [email protected] by 4pm Thursday 11th June 2020.

09.01.2022 BUSINESS AS USUAL Our physiotherapist Katie Stan-Bishop is back to business as usual and is seeing patients face-to-face. All patients are screened for cold and flu symptoms before entering the practice, making our practice environment as COVID-safe as possible.... You can book an appointment with Katie by calling 9842 2822 or via our website: https://pioneerhealth.com.au/

08.01.2022 DVassist is a newly launched website with a directory of support services and resources in our region to assist those experiencing domestic violence.

07.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS!! Pioneer Health would like to say a huge THANK YOU to nurses Rianan Simpson and Megan Waugh as they each celebrate 10+ years of service at the practice. Rianan and Megan have both led our nursing team and cared for our patients with passion, dedication and diligence. They have been vital members of our team and we look forward to the next ten years!!

07.01.2022 The Albany Drive-Through Respiratory Clinic has arrived. The Clinic is staffed by GPs and can accept and test patients with mild to moderate respiratory symptoms including sore throat, shortness of breath, cough and fever. Patients will receive expert GP-led care including advice on how to manage symptoms.... Appointments are required and can booked online via pioneer health.com.au or calling 9892 0480.

06.01.2022 Is it time for you to have your skin checked? Albany Skin Clinic now has mole mapping technology. DermEngine can track your spots over time and identify potential changes.... To book your skin check, please call Albany Skin Clinic on 9892 0470 or book online https://www.albanyskinclinic.com/ (please choose Skin Check as the appointment type when booking your appointment).

06.01.2022 BOOK ONLINE ANYTIME The Clinic is open from 9am Monday morning and you can book online anytime: https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ If you are tested for COVID-19, you will receive your results within 24-48 hours (negative results are sent via SMS).

05.01.2022 DRIVE-THROUGH CLINIC RELAUNCH We are pleased to announce the re-opening of our Drive-Through Clinic as an Australian Government GP Respiratory Clinic. Ap...pointments are now essential. The Albany Drive-Through Respiratory Clinic is open weekdays 9am - 12noon. Anyone with cold or flu symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose and/or headache can be efficiently assessed in the comfort of their own car by a GP in a safe environment at the Clinic. The easiest way to book an appointment and fill out the required registration details is via our website https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ Pioneer Health team members are here to help you. If you are having trouble with the booking/registration process, please phone the Respiratory Clinic on 9892 0480.

05.01.2022 The Albany Drive-Through Respiratory Clinic is lead by Dr James Turner. The Clinic that officially launched on Monday operates Monday to Friday 9am - 12noon. "During this phase of the COVID pandemic its important that anyone with flu-like symptoms is tested to ensure that we identify outbreaks, particularly due to the opening up of the regional borders," Dr Turner explained. Patients can come to see us if they are experiencing acute respiratory symptoms such as a sore throat..., cough, high temperature, shortness of breath, or fatigue that could be a symptom of COVID-19 or seasonal influenza. You can make an appointment at the Respiratory Clinic online via https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ or by calling 9892 0480. There is no cost to patients to attend the Clinic.

03.01.2022 PLANET PIONEER Our very own Dr Nicole Sleeman has inspired the Pioneer Health team to make changes to our processes in the interest of reducing our impact on the planet. Nicole keeps us motivated with regular updates and ideas and has just written the first in a series of blogs for Pioneer Health. Read it here! https://pioneerhealth.com.au//PLANET-PIONEER-by-Dr-Nicole-

02.01.2022 ONLINE TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENT BOOKING Just visit our website https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ to book a telehealth appointment with one of our GPs. Alternatively, you can call the practice on 9842 2822 and one of our admin team members will be happy to make the telehealth appointment for you.

02.01.2022 Do you need a flu vaccine? We can help! Please call Pioneer Health on 9842 2822 and ask to make an appointment for a flu vaccination. :)

02.01.2022 >>> FLU CLINICS NOW OPEN <<< We have now opened our Flu Clinics for all patients. Please phone the practice on 9842 2822 to make an appointment.... If you do not qualify for a Government funded flu vaccine, the cost will be $15

01.01.2022 CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR COLD OR FLU SYMPTOMS? Come to our Drive-Through Clinic between 9am - 12 noon weekdays to be assessed. No appointment necessary. You are welcome if you are not a Pioneer Health patient but please call the practice on 9842 2822 before coming so we can enter your details. Eligible patients will be tested for COVID-19 on site.

01.01.2022 COVID-19 TESTING CRITERIA HAS CHANGED IN WA Any patients with an acute respiratory illness can be assessed at our DRIVE-THROUGH CLINIC 9am - 12noon weekdays.

01.01.2022 APPOINTMENTS ARE NOW ESSENTIAL at the Albany Drive-Through Respiratory Clinic Anyone with cold or flu symptoms is welcome to attend the Clinic by making an appointment via our website https://pioneerhealth.com.au/ or by calling 9892 0480.... The Clinic is open weekdays 9am - 12noon.