Hammond Park Family Practice

25/07/2025

Big changes aren’t always the answer. It’s the small daily habits that create lasting results.
* Start your day with a glass of water
* Take a 10-minute walk after meals
* Swap one processed snack for fruit or nuts
* Get 7–8 hours of quality sleep
* Breathe deeply and take screen breaks
Start today—your body and mind will thank you!

25/07/2025

Travelling overseas with bub is stressful enough without having to worry about measles.
Infants 6 to 12 months of age who are travelling overseas, are eligible for a free measles vaccine.
This vaccine provides early protection and doesn’t replace the routine measles vaccinations at 12 months and 18 months of age.
Measles is one of the most easily spread infections, and can cause serious complications in young children.
Find out more, including where eligible infants can get the vaccine 👉
https://bit.ly/4lRaJKi

18/07/2025

16/07/2025

DEAR PATIENTS
We have just been informed that Western Pathology room will not be open today 17/07/2025.
Please find their next available location via their website

10/07/2025

The origins of NAIDOC Week can be traced back to the Day of Mourning in 1938, which highlighted the need for recognition and justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Over time, it evolved into a celebration of culture and achievements, while still acknowledging the ongoing need for reconciliation and social justice.

09/07/2025

Diabetes Week 2025 (9th-15th June) shines a spotlight on a condition that affects 4.3 million people in the UK — but for some, awareness comes too late. This important week offers an opportunity to raise awareness of a serious condition that can have a profound impact on both physical and mental health

08/07/2025

Hammond Park Family Practice would like to introduce Mrs Krusha Desai - Dietician who will be joining our family from the 24.07.2025.

Krusha has received her Master of Dietetics and Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science from Curtin University in Perth. She continues to hone her skills in community health and chronic disease with work in various centres across Perth.

Krusha grew up in Singapore, thus well placed in offering support customised to patients from different cultural background and those who enjoy various cuisines such as Indian, Malaysian and Chinese cuisine as well as western diet. This ability offers a unique opportunity for clients to explore minimal disruption with optimal benefits while working with the foods they are most familiar with.

Using robust evidence base and guidelines she is invested in helping her patients make beneficial food and lifestyle changes with confidence aligning familiarity, preferences, lifestyle needs and health goals. She enjoys supporting their learning and progress.
Life experiences with own health journey has developed a strong interest in her about challenges faced by women and patients with gut health issues.

Krusha has experience in a range of clinical conditions. Her key areas of interest is as follows:
1.Weight management
2. Malnutrition/underweight
3. Chronic Health management : Type 2 Diabetes, Cardiovascular health
4. Coeliac Disease/ Gluten intolerance
5. Irritable Bowel Disease : low FODMAP diet
6. Women Health : Endometriosis and PCOS
7.Failure to Thrive/poor growth/Fussy eating
8. Gastrointestinal conditions – diarrhoea, constipation/reflux, stoma management & diverticulitis

Krusha can speak English, Hindi and Gujarati.

01/07/2025

Everyone has their reasons to go Dry in July.

For some, it’s better sleep, more energy and improved overall health. For others, it’s about making a difference and raising money for a cause close to their hearts. And for some people? It’s because cancer has touched their lives personally.

23/06/2025

Respiratory syncytial virus or RSV is a common virus that infects the airways and lungs.
It spreads easily by coughing and sneezing. Symptoms of RSV include runny nose, coughing, sneezing, fever and reduced appetite.
It can also make breathing difficult and cause wheezing. Find out about immunisation: https://bit.ly/43stQoo
Call the practice to make appointment with our friendly GP and Nursing staff 08 9414 3015

From April 2024, the RSV immunisation, nirsevimab (Beyfortus®) will be available to eligible babies and children born from 1 October 2023 to 30 September 2024.

23/06/2025

🧠 Men's Mental Health Matters 💙
This Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s break the silence and stigma.
Too often, men feel pressured to “tough it out” instead of speaking up. But mental health is just as important as physical health — and asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
✅ Check in with your mates
✅ Make time for yourself
✅ Don’t ignore the signs
✅ Reach out — you’re not alone
Let’s support one another and create a safe space where mental health is a priority for everyone.

19/06/2025

We are committed to delivering high quality, patient-centred care. Please note the following updates to our fees, effective July 2025

Standard Appointment Fees:
• Brief Consult (Level A) – from $65
• Standard Consult (Level B) – from $85
• Long Consult (Level C) – from $150
• Extended Consult (Level D) – from $200

Telehealth Fees:
• In Hours – $85
• Saturday till 1pm – $105
• After Hours – $115

Weekend & Public Holiday Rates Apply
(Saturdays from 1pm, all day Sundays & public holidays)

Specialised Services Available:
• IUD Insertion – $285
• Iron Infusion – $232.90
• Mental Health Care Plans – $160
• Skin Checks – from $160
• Drivers Medical – from $150 -$200
• Excisions – $150–$500 (out of pocket)

Walk-In Appointments: $50 fee applies on top of consultation fee.

Medical Record Transfers: Fee will be advised at time of receiving request.

Please check with reception for full details or if you have any questions regarding billing or item codes.
Thank you for your ongoing support and understanding

11/06/2025

Welcome to DR ZAW THU AUNG
Dr Zaw Aung is a fellow of Royal Australian College of General Practitioner as well as an accredited skin doctor from Skin Cancer College of Australasia with over a decade of GP experience who embraces all aspects of general medicine, chronic disease management, pain management, dermatology, skin cancer checks and management.
In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family.