WeCare Health Bathurst

12/01/2026

🎉 Exciting News at WeCare Health! 🎉

Join us in warmly welcoming Dr. Simon Zhang to our dedicated team! 👨‍⚕️✨

Dr. Zhang is a talented graduate of the University of Sydney and brings a wealth of experience from his time at esteemed institutions like Westmead Hospital, St George Hospital, and Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital.

As an Orthopaedic Registrar, he has honed his skills in surgery, trauma care, and musculoskeletal medicine.

Dr. Zhang is currently undergoing AGPT training as he works towards becoming a GP. His diverse talents allow him to incorporate his orthopedic expertise while providing holistic care to our community. He is passionate about helping patients recover, move better, and get back to doing what they love. 💪🏃‍♂️

When he's not caring for our patients, you can find him diving into a good science fiction book 📚 or enjoying precious moments with his wife and two kids ❤️.

We’re thrilled to have Dr. Simon Zhang on board, and we can’t wait for you all to meet him!

Please join us in giving him a warm welcome to WeCare Health .

Welcome ! 👏

09/01/2026

🌞 EXTREME HEAT WARNING🌞

Sweltering temperatures expected across the region over the next few days

WeCare Health encourages everyone in our community to take extra care during this period of extreme heat.

Hot weather can increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke — especially for older adults, children, pregnant people, and those with chronic medical conditions.

💧 How to Stay Safe in Hot Weather

• Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks where possible
• Stay out of direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day (11am–4pm)
• Wear light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing
• Use sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat
• Keep homes cool by closing blinds, using fans, or air conditioning
• Check on family, neighbours, and anyone living alone
• Never leave children or pets in parked vehicles — even for a short time

⚠ Know the Warning Signs of Heat Exhaustion & Heat Stroke

• Dizziness or fainting
• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Muscle cramps
• Confusion or altered behaviour
• Hot, flushed, or dry skin

➡ Seek medical help immediately
if symptoms are severe or worsening.

🧊 WeCare Health – Here to Help

• Free ice blocks / cold water from the table outside the practice during opening hours
Feel free to grab some

• If you’re overheated or thirsty, please stop by for a drink and a cool rest in waiting area .

💙 WeCare Health

Caring for our community — today and always .

Stay safe.
Stay hydrated. Stay cool.

07/01/2026

✨ Now Open at WeCare Health ✨

We are pleased to welcome Orivelle Skin Aesthetics @ WeCare Health .

Orivelle Skin Aesthetics will be operating its own business led by Rita, a registered nurse and cosmetic aesthetics practitioner with over 20 years of experience in surgical nursing.
Rita has completed a Graduate Diploma in Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables with the Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science.

With a strong clinical background, Rita offers personalised aesthetic consultations in a professional medical setting, with a focus on safety, education, and individualised care.

Consultations include discussion and assessment for:
• Wrinkle concerns ± treatment
• Volume loss ± treatment
• Dissolving
• Teeth grinding (bruxism)
• Microneedling (SkinPen® Precision)

All consultations and treatments are provided following a comprehensive assessment to determine individual suitability, in line with professional and clinical standards.

📍 WeCare Health Specialists Rooms
355 Durham St, Bathurst NSW 2795

Please contact for appointments directly on
📞 Phone: 0400 260 720
🌐 Website: www.orivellesa.com.au
✉️ Email: contact@orivellesa.com.au

06/01/2026

🌟 Welcome to WeCare Health
Dr Prakash Kandel! 🌟

We are delighted to welcome
Dr Prakash Kandel to the WeCare Health team as our GP Registrar.

Dr Kandel completed his MBBS in Nepal in 2019 and brings a wealth of experience from rural Australian and international healthcare settings. His broad clinical background includes emergency medicine, general medicine, paediatrics, psychiatry, ICU, and rural general practice.

He is passionate about delivering holistic, patient-centred, and evidence-based care, with a strong focus on preventive health and long-term wellbeing.

Dr Kandel has a particular interest in rural and community health and is working towards a future career as a Rural Generalist.

Outside of medicine, he enjoys travelling, playing cricket, and spending quality time with his family.

Please join us in giving Dr Kandel a warm welcome to WeCare Health 👏
We look forward to the positive impact he will make in our community.

02/01/2026

🌟 Welcoming Dr. Farah Syed to the WeCare Health Family! 🌟

We are thrilled to introduce Dr. Farah Syed , our new GP registrar, to the Bathurst community! With a deep passion for providing patient-centered, holistic care, Dr. Farah is dedicated to building strong, long-lasting relationships with individuals and families in our community.

Dr. Farah is excited to work alongside our local healthcare team to support the health and wellbeing of Bathurst residents. Her commitment to becoming an integral part of our community is truly inspiring!

Beyond her professional dedication,
Dr. Farah enjoys cooking, hosting, vlogging, and taking long walks. She's also an avid table tennis player and loves spending quality time with family and friends.

Join us in welcoming Dr. Farah to WeCare Health! We look forward to her enriching presence and contributions. 🌿👩‍⚕️🏓

01/01/2026

01/01/2026

🌟 Happy New Year 2026 from Everyone at WeCare Health! 🌟

As the calendar turns, we are overjoyed to extend our warmest wishes for a healthy and prosperous new year to all. Thank you for being an integral part of our community and allowing us to support your health and wellness goals.

May 2026 be filled with happiness, health, and great achievements. Let's step into the new year with hope and positivity! 🎉

31/12/2025

WeCare Health opening hours
New Years Eve - 8am -6 pm
New Years Day -8 am- 5 pm

31/12/2025

25/12/2025

🌸 A Warm Welcome to Dr Danushka Dilrukshi at WeCare Health 🌸

We are delighted to introduce Dr Danushka Dilrukshi, who will be joining WeCare Health and working full time from January 2026.

Dr Danushka is a Sri Lankan–trained doctor who graduated from the University of Colombo in 2009. Before migrating to Australia, she gained 9 years of overseas experience working in general practice and emergency medicine. Since arriving in Australia, she has continued to build her skills with 3 years of Australian experience, including starting as an Emergency Registrar at Campbelltown Hospital in 2019.

She has a special interest in:
✨ Women’s and child health
✨ Preventative health
✨ Chronic disease management
✨ Mental health

Dr Danushka is fluent in English and Sinhalese, which allows her to connect warmly with patients from diverse backgrounds. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling and spending quality time with her children.

Please join us in giving Dr Danushka Dilrukshi a very warm and heartfelt welcome to the WeCare Health family. We are excited to have her on board and look forward to the excellent care she will provide to our community 💙

📅 Commencing full time: January 2026

Welcome Dr Danushka 😊

24/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from WeCare Health 🎄

As we celebrate the Christmas season, everyone at WeCare Health would like to extend our heartfelt wishes to you and your loved ones.

We are truly grateful for the trust you place in us and for the continued support, kindness, and cooperation of our community throughout the year. It is a privilege to care for your health and wellbeing and to serve such a supportive and resilient community.

May this festive season bring you peace, comfort, and time to rest with loved ones, and may the New Year ahead be filled with good health, hope, strength, and happiness.

✨ From all of us at WeCare Health, stay safe, stay well, and enjoy the festive season. Merry Christmas 🎄🌲🎅🤶🧑‍🎄🌲🎄

20/12/2025

🎄🎉 Season's Greetings from WeCare Health! 🎉🎄

As we step into this festive season, WeCare Health is here by your side, ensuring that your health needs are always met with care and compassion. Our mission is to make sure you have access to top-quality healthcare every day, even during the holidays!

We understand that routine medical needs , acute, and urgent care needs can arise unexpectedly, and that's why we're keeping our doors open every day throughout the holiday season. Whether you choose to walk in or book an appointment, our dedicated team is ready to assist you with the care you deserve.

📅 Holiday opening Hours:
- Christmas Eve:7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Christmas Day:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Boxing Day:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Dec 27-30:7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- New Year's Eve:7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- New Year:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- January 2 , 2026 : We'll be back to our normal opening hours.

For all after hours urgent / non urgent advice please call on 0263246688 to speak to our on call practitioner.

Your health and well-being are our top priorities, and we're committed to providing the care you need when you need it the most. Whether it's a minor ailment or a more urgent issue, our trained professionals are equipped to offer comprehensive care to ensure peace of mind for you and your family.

As we gather with loved ones and reflect on the year gone by, we want to extend our warmest wishes to all .
May your holidays be filled with joy, laughter, and good health!

Thank you for choosing WeCare Health as your trusted healthcare provider. We look forward to serving you with the same dedication and excellence in the coming year.

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