Whitsunday Family Practice in Cannonvale, Queensland, Australia | Family medicine practice

Whitsunday Family Practice

Locality: Cannonvale, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 4948 3323

Address: Whitsunday Plaza ShopB6, 8 Galbraith Park Drive 4802 Cannonvale, QLD, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 FLUVAX UPDATE We have received our Government Funded Flu vaccines, however we do have limited stock! Patient's seeking a private flu vaccine should contact us in about 2 weeks to enquire about supply. There is a continued nationwide supply issue, but we hope to be able to order more private flu vaccines in a couple of weeks.... We can currently only provide flu vaccines for people eligible for a Government vaccine: - Pregnant women - Children aged 6 months to 5 years - Patient's aged 65 and over - People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin - People with chronic conditions (including severe asthma, COPD, chronic heart disease, diabetes, epilepsy, chronic liver disease, Down syndrome and immunocompromising conditions). Here's a link to government information about who's eligible for a free vaccine: https://www.health.qld.gov.au//immunisation/serv/influenza Thank you to all our Patients for their continued patience whilst we navigate through the challenges of COVID-19.

23.01.2022 The Breastscreen bus will be at Proserpine Hospital from the 13th August to 11th September. Book your free BreastScreen appointment today! https://www.breastscreen.qld.gov.au/make-appointment.asp

21.01.2022 We are living through a time which in generations to come will be looked back on as a very sad chapter in the worlds history. The only things over which we have any control are how we react to this and how we treat each other. Our doctors, nurses and staff have met today and made the decision to Bulk Bill all our regular existing patients until July 1st. Whilst we are a small business ourselves and dedicated to our staff and the highest quality service, we are very aware o...f the severe financial difficulty so many of our patients are suddenly faced with. We hope this will prevent any patients delaying treatment or attending hospital because of financial constraints, and we thank our patients for showing the respect and understanding we have seen throughout all the changes we have made to protect staff and patient safety. Our doctors and nurses are all committed to continuing to see patients, and we have commenced trialing home consulting with several doctors this week, and are prepared for fully phone or Skype consulting if there are further restrictions. One way or the other we will be here See more

21.01.2022 We sadly will be saying goodbye to one of our most loved GPs, Dr Amy Alldis. Dr Amy will be finishing up with us on Wednesday 6th November before she moves down to Brisbane with her Family. So come in to say goodbye and wish Dr Amy all the best for the future! We will miss you Dr Amy!!

21.01.2022 CORONAVIRUS UPDATE (COVID-19) The WFP Team has been closely following the COVID-19 situation. WFP is offering Telephone Consultations as well as Skype Consultations for our Patients who have been advised to self-isolate as well as for our Patients who would prefer not to attend WFP in person. This service will attract a Private Fee and currently there is no Medicare Rebates available for phone or Skype consultations in this situation. ... WFP will be running a Patient self-collection clinic and brief assessment for our high-risk Patients. To ensure our Staffs protection, there will be minimal Patient contact for our Doctors and Nurses with P95 masks. This will be a bulk billed clinic for those Patients who fit the criteria. For further information and triage, we are asking all Patients to contact the Practice on 4948 3323. CURRENT RECOMMENDATIONS Please contact the Clinic immediately if you are experiencing any flu like symptoms! Wash your hands with soap and water often and dry hands thoroughly. Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or the inside or your elbow. Throw away used tissues straight after and wash your hands. Keep your distance from those who are coughing or sneezing. Currently if you are well, there is no evidence that wearing a facemask will stop you from catching a virus like Coronavirus, so if you are well, no mask is needed. Keep updated via the Queensland Health Facebook page or by calling 13 HEALTH.

21.01.2022 Coronovirus Update We have made some recent changes at the Practice in line with the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation. As a Surgery, Management have decided to help keep all Patients and Staff safe. We will no longer be seeing flu-like symptoms in the surgery unless medically urgent (eg. unwell children, suspected chest infections). We are offering telephone based consultations for all Patients. Whilst operating under strict Medicare & Government criteria, we will en...sure that each Patient's expectations are still met. Private fees may apply for telephone/video consultations. Please contact Reception on 4948 3323 for further information We have closed our waiting room to everyone. We are asking all Patients to wait in their car and to contact us when they arrive for their appointment to receive further instructions. This helps us all exercise social distancing within the community. Whilst working closely with Centre Management, we have been able to secure dedicated car parking for our Patients close by to ensure the most efficient check-in process. We are no longer able to swab for COVID-19 at the Practice. We are asking all Patients who wish to be tested for COVID-19 phone ahead to Proserpine Hospital and to follow all directions given by their medical team. Finally, we would like to personally thank all of our Patients and local community for the continued support whilst we navigate through this difficult time. As always, our goal is to keep our Patients and Staff safe at all times.

20.01.2022 Coronovirus Update From Friday 13th March, we are able to offer bulk billed Skype consults for our Patients. Above all we want to assist in minimising the spread of Coronavirus. This service may be for you if: ... You have traveled overseas (all Countries) or have viral symptoms (cough, sore throat or shortness of breath). You want to avoid contact with patients because you are elderly, pregnant, a young child or are unwell with chronic conditions. Please call 4948 3323 to organise an appointment. The focus is on avoiding the spread of the virus. Current Recommendations Contact the Clinic immediately on 4948 3323 if you are experiencing any flu like symptoms! This could include cough, temperature, sore throat or shortness of breath. Wash your hands with soap and water often and dry hands thoroughly. There is a lot of rhinovirus (common cold) in the community currently. We recommend that people take leave from work, school and childcare if they are unwell. People with respiratory symptoms should not attend mass events (such as markets, festivals and shopping centres) Influenza Vaccines are not available yet. We will be running our usual Flu Vaccination Clinics in the recommended optimal time to have the flu vaccine; late April and early May. We will keep our Facebook Page up to date with information regarding the Flu Vaccine and Flu Shot clinics. Keep updated via the Queensland Health Facebook Page and or by calling 13 HEALTH or the Coronavirus Hotline 1800 020 080

19.01.2022 FLU SHOT UPDATE Private Flu Vaccines have arrived at the Surgery Please call Reception on 4948 3323 to secure your vaccination appointment. Private stock is $25 per vaccine and a bulk billed Doctors Consultation for our regular Patients. Pre-Payment will be asked to secure your vaccination so please have your card ready for payment over the phone. ... We still have very limited stock for funded vaccines so please call to secure your appointment.

18.01.2022 An exciting career opportunity for a Fully Qualified Dermal / Laser Therapist to work in The Whitsundays and join the Whitsunday Cosmedic Skin Clinic Team. See below for all the details !!

18.01.2022 It's R U OK?Day, our national day of action and a reminder to Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut & Ask R U OK? any day it's needed. Today we're calling on Australi...a to learn when and how to start a conversation that could change a life. Learn the signs and how to ask and help us move closer to our vision of a world where we're all connected and protected from suicide: www.ruok.org.au

17.01.2022 Whitsunday Family Practice is closed today due to the Proserpine Show Holiday. Although there is no show, we hope everyone has a well deserved break enjoying the beautiful Whitsundays. We will return to usually opening hours from Monday 7:30am

17.01.2022 Lunchtime Appreciation Post Todays AMAZING hot chip sandwiches kept our team fed and happy!! Thankyou to the team at Flour & Eggs Lunch Bar Cannonvale!

17.01.2022 Thank you to these legends at Delicious and Sweet Bakery for dropping in amazing cupcakes for us! The sugar kick we need to get us through the busy week!

17.01.2022 For the safety of our staff, doctors and patients our doctors will be offering ALL consultations via phone or Skype from our clinic. When needed we will still be seeing patients face to face such as immunisations, procedures or complex issues. We have excellent systems in place to securely email your scripts or paperwork etc.We are so grateful for the consideration of the community and our patients in staying home unless absolutely needed

15.01.2022 To our valued Patients, Please be advised that our phone lines will be switched on today at 8:30am due to staff development training. For all urgent matters, please call 000. Thank you

15.01.2022 They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. Lest we forget.

14.01.2022 To our valued Patients, Please be advised that the clinic and phone lines will be open today from 8:30am due to staff development training. For all urgent matters, please call 000. Thank you

14.01.2022 Drive-by flu needle We have put into place safe processes to give flu needles without patients leaving their cars Private flu needles are $25, Government free supply for eligible patients is available but limited supply is released to us each week so please be patient with our staff when booking these

14.01.2022 As many of our patients are aware, Dr. Emma is currently on personal leave. She has asked us to pass on the following message to all of her patients: I would like to apologise to any of my patients that have had to be rescheduled during my absence. I have been on unexpected urgent personal leave to be with my family, because at the end of August there was an organ donor match and my Dad underwent a bilateral lung transplant. He is currently recovering in hospital, and is in... very good hands. Many of my long term regular patients that were aware of my Dad’s health have guessed what has occurred and sent their well wishes, and I have appreciated each and every one of them. I am also constantly in awe of the calibre of the team that I work with at WFP, and am incredibly grateful for them in covering my absence and allowing me to be where I needed to be. I am looking forward to getting back to work, and seeing everybody soon. Dr. Emma is currently in mandatory quarantine after returning from interstate. Once her quarantine period is complete (and there are no Covid-19 surprises!), we will be very happy to welcome her back to the clinic!

13.01.2022 Congratulations Linda!

13.01.2022 24/7 counselling available

12.01.2022 https://www.hotdoc.com.au/practices/blog/autism-tips/

11.01.2022 Local art therapy classes

11.01.2022 Dr Amy Alldis is available from her home office in Brisbane to Skype or Telephone patients, and particularly to help new parents at this especially difficult time, Thank you Dr Amy! Problems with Breastfeeding, sleep and /or crying babies? Dr Amy Alldis will be offering free, bulk billed online POSSUMS CONSULTATIONS during the covid 19 pandemic. WHAT ARE POSSUMS CONSULTATIONS?... Dr Amy offers latest evidence-based approaches to breastfeeding, cry-fuss problems, sleep and maternal mood, developed out of fifteen years of research. The Possums approach integrates the new breastfeeding science, including ultrasound studies on the biomechanics of infant suck, sleep science, neuroscience, evolutionary biology, gut science, attachment psychology and a new set of powerful psychological strategies known as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, to give you and your baby the very best possible beginning.Because beginnings matter. See more

10.01.2022 Community Appreciation Post The team at Whitsunday Family Practice would like to sincerely thank Dr Prashant and the team from Smile Makers Whitsundays for their delivery of masks to our clinic. What an amazing community we live in, we are so grateful for this selfless act of generosity and kindness

08.01.2022 Welcome Dr Peter Beumont! Dr Beaumont is an experienced general practitioner with a special interest in diabetes management. We are very happy to have Dr Beumont bring his expertise and enthusiasm for general practice to our team. To book an appointment with Dr Beumont please call 4948 3323 or online https://www.hotdoc.com.au//whitsunday-family-pract/doctors :-)

07.01.2022 ATTENTION! Wish you worked here?! Our fabulous PHYSIO PLUS team are on the hunt for a FULL-TIME PHYSIO to help our team in the #Whitsundays provide the best all...ied health care in Australia! If you are fun to work with, have excellent communication, great computer skills, a professional presentation and you're ready to go all in for Physio Plus then we'd love to hear from you! You'll be working with COLLEGE-AWARDED SPECIALIST AND TITLED PHYSIOS! Please email [email protected] and submit your resume! www.physioplus.com.au #physiotherapy #physio #health #whitsundays See more

07.01.2022 To our valued Patients, please be advised that our phone lines will be switched off from 4:00pm today due to staff development training. For all urgent matters, please call 000. Our phones will be open from 7:30am Thursday morning. Thank you

05.01.2022 'Tis the season to be jolly! Please see our Holiday Opening Hours. Our phone lines will open at 7:30am. Patients can call us on the day to get an appointment for non routine and emergency appointments. From everyone at Whitsunday Family Practice, we wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We look forward to attending to all your medical needs in 2020!

04.01.2022 Mmmmmmm Cofffeeeeeee Thank you The Betterbody Cafe

04.01.2022 Congratulations to our very own Dr Melissa McCann, whose research has been published in the international Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology!! Now.... time for cake Drmelmccann !!

04.01.2022 Welcome Dr Kate! Dr Kate Anderson undertook her medical studies at the University of Queensland. and began practising medicine in 2014 at the Mackay Base Hospital. She has extended her generalist training with an Advanced Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. She is currently working towards her fellowship with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine. Kate works part- time in General Practice and part-time at the Proserpine Hospital, where she works in the Emergency and Obstetrics departments. We are so happy to have Dr Kate working with us :-) Bookings can be made online at http://www.whitsundayfamilypractice.com.au/bookings/

03.01.2022 All Sybella Health psychology services are currently being delivered via telehealth (that means over the phone or via a video call). During this time all coun...selling sessions are being provided FREE to anyone with a valid Mental Health Care Plan. Care Plans to assist with the management of anxiety or depression can be developed in consultation with your GP. Speak with your doctor, then contact Christine Franklin, Psychologist (Freecall: 1800 069 968) to arrange your appointment. In the meantime, stay healthy, stay safe, stay at home See more

02.01.2022 Supporting Local Fat Frog Friday Massive shout out to the wonderful team at Fat Frog Beach Cafe for providing us with their caffeinated goodness and morning tea!! ... Thank you! Remember shop local when you can, it keeps small businesses going at such a tricky time. Dont forget to like and share their social media pages for their international dinner delights!

02.01.2022 HAPPY INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY Every day, nurses provide medical care, kindness and compassion to our community; and in recent times, have provided frontline care to patients amidst the unprecedented circumstances surrounding Covid-19. Today we would like to recognise and shout our sincere appreciation for our hard-working and dedicated nursing team. You are amazing and we are immensely proud and thankful for all that you do ... #internationalnursesday

01.01.2022 Coronovirus Update Cononavirus will be behind us within a few months #thistooshallpass Our focus until then is to prevent the spread or 'flatten the curve', and to help to care for our most vulnerable elderly population. ... We have instituted the following Skype consults available for at risk populations who are isolating at home. Please call the Clinic for further information. Self testing facilities at the clinic for high risk patients per current Dept of Health criteria. Please call the Clinic for further information. Even if your symptoms are due to a cold or flu and are not related to Covid-19, isolating yourself and helping to stop the spread of such symptoms to others will alleviate pressure on our health system. To assist the elderly in avoiding public transport and any unnecessary public contact a drop off/pick up service is available to drive our elderly patients to medical appointments and assist with essential pharmacy/ grocery trips. We have a supply of alcohol hand gel. In the interests of assisting our community prevent the spread there is no cost to fill your hand gel bottle, but priority is given to businesses, schools, childcare etc and please only take what you need. Please call us to arrange any of the above, 4948 3323. Follow our new Page for all things related to COVID-19 https://www.facebook.com/wfpcoronavirus/ Lets help each other at this time and protect the most vulnerable and keep the pressure off Proserpine Hospital. The Team at WFP

01.01.2022 Jersey Day is a reminder to have the conversation about organ donation with family and friends. A difficult topic, but a selfless gift of life https://www.facebook.com/324241698017035/posts/997689554005576/

01.01.2022 Happy Birthday to us Today we are celebrating our 4th birthday with pizza, chocolate and lots of laughs!!

01.01.2022 Well said! There are so many behind the scenes heroes in our region who have given personally and lost financially to assist in completely reducing the spread. We thank all of you, and especially we shout out to our hardworking receptionists, nurses and doctors- all of the measures are making a difference in our area too