Smith Street Medical Centre

31/10/2025

✨🥸It’s Movember!🥸✨

This month, we’re joining the movement to raise awareness for men’s health – from prostate cancer and testicular cancer to mental health and su***de prevention. 💙

Growing a moustache is more than just a style choice – it’s a conversation starter. The goal? To spark important discussions and encourage men to take charge of their health.

Let’s check in on our mates, support each other, and keep the conversations going. Together, we can make a difference.🙌

31/10/2025

💙 We’re Hiring Casual Medical Receptionists!

Join our friendly team at Smith Street Medical Centre. Flexible hours, supportive environment, and great people to work with!
You’ll:
🧭 Greet patients & manage appointments
📞 Answer phones & emails
🖨 Help with admin

Requirements: Friendly, organised, and reliable. Experience a plus!

📩 Apply now: pm@smithstmedical.com.au
https://www.smithstmedical.com.au/jobs/casual-medical-receptionist/

30/10/2025

Good healthcare takes time. We want to make sure your GP has the space to listen, understand your needs, and provide thorough care.

Because Medicare rebates don’t cover the full cost of longer consultations, a fee applies to many of our appointments.

If you're experiencing financial difficulty, we're here to help. Please speak with your GP at the time of your consult.

23/10/2025

🧒💉 World Polio Day 💉🧒

Today we come together to raise awareness about the global effort to end polio — a disease that once affected hundreds of thousands of children every year.

Thanks to vaccines and international cooperation, polio has been reduced by 99%, but the fight isn’t over yet. 💪

Together, we can make polio history. By supporting vaccination and spreading awareness, we can protect children everywhere and create a world free from this devastating disease. 🙌

A small action can make a big difference. Let’s keep working until every child is safe. 💙

17/10/2025

🌸💜World Menopause Day!💜🌸

Today we shine a light on menopause — a natural stage of life that affects every woman yet is too often surrounded by silence and stigma.

Menopause can bring physical, emotional, and mental changes, but with the right support, open conversations, and access to care, women don’t have to go through it alone. 💪✨

Let’s use this day to:
✅ Break the stigma
✅ Share knowledge
✅ Support the women in our lives

Every woman deserves understanding, compassion, and respect during this transition. 💜

12/10/2025

💚 October is Mental Health Month 💚

Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health. This month is a reminder to check in with yourself, reach out for support, and look after those around you. 🌱

Whether it’s talking to a friend, practicing mindfulness, exercising, or seeking professional help—every step counts towards better mental wellbeing. 💭✨

Let’s break the stigma together and create a community where it’s okay to ask for help, and okay to talk about how we’re really feeling. 💬💚

11/10/2025

🌍💙 World Arthritis Day! 💙🌍

Today we raise awareness for the 1 in 6 Australians living with arthritis — a condition that affects people of all ages, not just the elderly. 💪

Arthritis can cause pain, stiffness, and fatigue, but with support, understanding, and research, we can help improve quality of life for those living with it.

👉 Take a moment to learn more, show support, and spread awareness.
👉 If you or someone you love is affected, know that you’re not alone.

Let’s stand together to make life easier, healthier, and more comfortable for everyone living with arthritis.💙

07/10/2025

🌏 Visiting or working in Australia?
If you have Overseas Visitor Health Insurance with NIB or BUPA that covers GP services, we can help! 💙

Our doctors are now accepting patients with international private health coverage for general medical care.

📍 Convenient location in Kotara & Charlestown
🩺 Friendly, experienced GPs
✅ Easy appointment booking

Book online or call us to check if your health fund is accepted!

03/10/2025

🌸 Now Available: Menopause & Perimenopause Health Assessment (MBS 695) 🌸

If you’re experiencing symptoms of menopause, perimenopause, or early menopause, you may be eligible for a Medicare-funded health assessment with your GP.

This dedicated appointment provides time to talk through your symptoms, explore treatment options, and create a tailored health plan for you. 💜

📞 Call us to book your appointment and take the next step in your health journey.

02/10/2025

😊Happy World Smile Day!😊

A smile is the simplest gift we can give — it costs nothing but can mean everything.
Whether it’s brightening a stranger’s day, showing kindness to a friend, or reminding ourselves to find joy in the little things, today is all about spreading happiness one smile at a time. 💛

Let’s celebrate by sharing kindness, laughter, and positivity wherever we go.

Smile at someone today — you never know how much they might need it! ✨

01/10/2025

✨ Exciting news, Kotara! ✨

From Saturday 11 October, our Kotara clinic will be open for Saturday appointments 🎉

🕘 Saturday hours: 9am – 12.30 pm
📍 Conveniently located at HomeCo Kotara
📞 Book online or call us to secure your spot

We’re here to make healthcare more accessible for you and your family – because we know weekdays can be busy!

👉 Book your Saturday appointment today!
https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/kotara-NSW-2289/smith-st-medical-centre-kotara/doctors

Need a GP doctor in Charlestown? We offer expert care, skin cancer checks, women’s and children’s health, immunisations, and chronic disease support. Book with Smith Street Medical Centre today.

30/09/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

This month, we come together to raise awareness, support those impacted, and remind everyone of the importance of early detection.

💗 1 in 7 women in Australia will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. But with regular screening, many cases can be found early—when treatment is most effective.

✨ What you can do this month:
✔ Book your mammogram if you’re due.
✔ Check in with loved ones—remind them to get screened.
✔ Wear pink to show your support.
✔ Share resources and stories to spread awareness.

Together, we can make a difference. 💪💖