Clinic News
Global Physical Activity Survey
It has been well established that participation in regular physical activity has a multitude of health benefits. It can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, dementia and certain types of cancer. It can also improve emotional,...
Dr Sharon Woolf’s retirement from the partnership
We had a lovely dinner to celebrate Dr Sharon Woolf's retirement from the partnership of Glen Iris Medical Group recently. Sharon started the practice in 1981 as a solo GP and has left the partnership with a healthy and vibrant practice of 12 Doctors, 3 nurses and 12...
The Turmeric Trend
Move over acai bowls and matcha lattes… there is a new ‘super’ ingredient in town and if you believe the marketing, it would seem just about anything can be fixed with turmeric! Turmeric is a widely available spice that comes from the Turmeric plant, part of the...
Fee Increase
Dear Patients, Due to the increasing costs of running a General Practice and the continued freeze on Medicare rebates, we are increasing our fees effective 1st September, 2018. This decision has not been taken lightly and fee increases have been kept to a minimum....
Sexually Transmitted Infections
by Dr Jenny Alexander Having unprotected sex can put you at risk of sexually transmitted infections, or STIs. Among those at high risk of STIs are young people, men who have sex with men, and middle-aged people who have started dating again after separation or...
An Introduction to the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) aims to provide reasonable and necessary support for all Australians aged 65 years and under who have permanent and significant disabilities. It has been rolling out progressively across Australia since 2016. Once...