Macquarie Family Medical Centre

20/03/2026

☀️ March is here — and it’s time to put your skin first.

This month, we’re proud to support **Melanoma March**, raising awareness about one of Australia’s most common — and preventable — cancers.

Australia has some of the highest rates of melanoma in the world, but early detection can save lives.

👩‍⚕️ A quick skin check could make all the difference.

You should consider a skin check if you have:
• A personal or **family history of melanoma or skin cancer**
• Fair skin, freckles, or a tendency to burn easily
• A high number of moles or unusual-looking moles
• A history of significant sun exposure or sunburns (especially in childhood)
• Noticed a new spot or a mole that is **changing, growing, or not healing**

👀 If something doesn’t look right — trust your instincts and get it checked.

At Macquarie Family Medical Centre, we offer thorough skin checks in a comfortable, professional setting. Our team is here to help you stay on top of your skin health.

💙 This March, take a moment for yourself — and encourage your loved ones to do the same.

📅 Book your skin check today
📞 (02) 6325 1046
🌐 www.macquariefamilymedical.com.au

a modern practice conveniently located within Bathurst City Centre.

18/02/2026

📢 Important Update for Our Patients

We’re pleased to let you know that our practice has moved from mixed billing to bulk billing as of tomorrow morning!

This means that eligible Medicare card holders will now have their standard consultations fully covered, with no out-of-pocket costs for most appointments.

Our commitment to providing high-quality, accessible healthcare to our community remains our top priority, and we’re proud to make visiting your GP more affordable for our patients.

If you have any questions about what this means for you or would like to book an appointment, please contact our reception team.

Thank you for trusting us with your care 💙

— The Team at Macquarie Family Medical Centre

08/01/2026

19/12/2025

WNSW PHN is delighted to share that the doors to the new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) in Bathurst – a completely free service – have opened recently, just in time for Christmas!

Community members can visit Medicare Urgent Care Clinic in Bathurst at 129 Howick Street, or call the clinic on 02 5326 3700.

💻 Find out more information at our website.

🔗 wnswphn.org.au/medicare-urgent-care-clinic-opens-in-bathurst/

The Medicare Urgent Care Clinics are funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health, Disability and Ageing with the Bathurst Medicare UCC commissioned through the Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN).

19/12/2025

16/12/2025

Macquarie Family Medical Centre is excited to welcome Dr Mary Ann Munoz to the team! Dr Munoz is taking appointments for new and existing patients to Macquarie Family Medical Centre.

Dr Munoz is an experienced general practitioner with more than a decade of clinical experience in Australia and a strong specialist background in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology and Endoscopy. Mary completed her medical Degree in Manila and then went on to complete her specialist training at the Veterans Memorial Medical Centre in the Philippines.

After moving to Australia, Dr Munoz worked at both Wollongong Hospital and Westmead Hospital, building a broad clinical foundation. In 2011, she transitioned
into general practice, training and working in Rural and regional communities, where she developed a deep understanding of community health and continuity of care.

Her clinical interests include chronic disease management, women’s, men’s and children’s health, mental health and preventative medicine.

Dr Munoz strongly believes in empowering patients to take charge of their health through early intervention, education, and active living. Outside of medicine, she
enjoys dancing, swimming, running and walking, and promotes healthy lifestyle habits into her daily practice.

Mary she speaks English and Tagalog.

Welcome to the team, Dr Munoz!

15/05/2025

Low cost or No cost Exercise in Bathurst’s featured group of the week is: DanceMoves!

Host Organisation: Dance Health Alliance & Western NSW Local Health District.
Cost: $0

Description and focus of program: Listen to your music favourites while building strength, balance, mobility and flexibility. DanceMoves can be done seated with a progression to standing.

Click here for more information: https://www.binc.org.au/dancemoves/

Click here to view a list of the other Low cost or No cost Exercise groups in Bathurst: https://www.binc.org.au/lowcostnocost/

Please like and share with your friends and family to help spread the word of these amazing exercise groups in Bathurst.

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06/04/2025

🌟It's that time of year again! The 2025 Annual Influenza vaccine is now available at Macquarie Family Medical Centre!🌟

✨ Australia is currently experiencing an early spike in Influneza cases. Now is the perfect time to get vaccinated and protect yourself.

✨ Eligible groups under the National Immunisation Program include:
- Children aged 6 months to under 5 years
- Pregnant women
- Individuals aged 65 years and older
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Individuals with certain medical conditions predisposing to severe influenza

📅 Book your appointment today and stay a step ahead in maintaining your health. Call us on (02) 6325 1046 or visit our website www.macquariefamilymedical.com.au to schedule your vaccination.

Let's work together for a healthier tomorrow! 💪

Macquarie Family Medical Centre is a mixed billing practice located within Bathurst City Centre.

07/12/2024

Staying up to date with breast screens is our jam—don't skip it. 🥭🥭 🎵

If you're aged 50-74 years, screening every two years is the best way to find cancers when they're smaller and more easily treated.

Breast screening is most effective for women in this age range, but BreastScreen Queensland also provides free screenings for women in their 40s who have no noticeable changes in their breasts.

Screening is relatively painless and nothing to be afraid of. Most people have a normal result, with no cancer found. 💖

👉 Make an appointment or access your online account at: https://www.breastscreen.qld.gov.au/

18/09/2024

🌞☀️ Protect Your Skin, Protect Your Health! 🌞☀️

Did you know that Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world!? 🌏 This makes regular skin checks even more crucial for Australians. At Macquarie Family Medical Centre we prioritise your health by offering specialised skin cancer checks and advice to ensure your skin stays healthy all year round.

👩‍⚕️ Our dedicated team of professionals are experienced in all aspects of skin cancer management including complex skin cancer surgery.

Why wait? Schedule your skin check today and take the first step in safeguarding your skin's health. Call us on (02) 63251046, visit our website or book online with HotDoc!

📍 Location: Macquarie Family Medical Centre, Bathurst City Centre, Howick Street Bathurst

📅 Be proactive, not reactive! Your skin will thank you.

18/09/2024

Queensland Health is on fire with their humorous, engaging social media presence! Follow along for some good laughs, even if you are in NSW like us!

Live, laugh, love (your lungs) and say goodbye to the smokes and vapes. 🚭👋

Whatever your age, or how long you’ve been smoking or va**ng, it’s never too late to call it quits.

If one quit method doesn't work, try another. You can even use different strategies together, like counselling and ni****ne replacement therapy. 🤝

Remember, setbacks happen. All you need to do is keep trying. 😌

Need help choosing a quit method? Call Quitline on 13 7848 and visit the Quit HQ website. 💻📞

ℹ️ Source:
Queensland Government - Quit HQ. Choosing your quit method