Life Medical Centre

19/11/2025

You spoke, we listened!

Our upcoming pSMA's have been reschedule for parents to be able to attend in the evening!
Now hosted at 6PM, Dr Michelle Reiss is hosting two discussions in December ⬇️

🗓️ Tuesday 2nd December | Fatigue In Adults - Have you considered all the pieces of the puzzle?

🗓️ Tuesday 16 December | Managing Fatigue & Anxiety In Kids - A ‘whole-listic’ review into emotional self-regulation.

These a great topics worth attending before the festive season this year!
Register online below through the link 🔗 https://www.lifemedicalcentre.com.au/sma
Or call us on ☎️ 4313 1555

15/11/2025

You’re Invited 📩
To a conversation about MANAGING FATIGUE IN KIDS with Dr Michelle Reiss

Recently we have introduced Programmed Shared Medical Appointments - a group-based GP Consultation, where a small group of patients with a similar chronic condition or situation, such as Fatigue In Kids, meet with one of our GP’s at the same time.

🗓️ This Tuesday, 18 November at 3:00PM.
Dr Michelle Reiss is hosting a talk on 🗣️ 'Managing Fatigue In Kids'.
Answering your burning questions as well as exploring how you can consider all the pieces of the puzzle 🧩

This conversation will offer parents insights, evidence and practical strategies to support them and their children 🤲

To Book:
☎️ Phone - 4313 1555
📲 Online - www.lifemedicalcentre.com.au/sma

13/11/2025

When you know better, you do better 🧠

Bones For Life are dedicated to better bone health, and in their effort to provide a comprehensive bone building service, they are offering the latest evidence through medical education sessions.

Commencing late November, the Bones For Life team have prepared a series of three education sessions, each focussing on a different topic:
🗓️ Understanding Your Bone Mineral Density | Dr Clara Chu - 25 November @ 10:30am
🗓️ Bone Health Overview | Dr Michelle Reiss - 1 December @ 5:00pm
🗓️ Nutrition For Strong Bones | Dietitian, Veronica Vogel - 8 December @ 5:00pm

You can book your place online through the link below 🔗
https://www.bonesforlife.com.au/group-education-sessions

07/11/2025

How can early prevention help?
Dr Ursula Cooper breaks it down simply ⬇️

If you have something that's been bothering you, don't let another week go by! Be proactive with your health 💚

See Dr Cooper this week 🔗 Book Online 🔗 https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/erina-NSW-2250/life-medical-centre/doctors/dr-ursula-cooper-3

04/11/2025

🚨 NEW TOPICS 🚨

Join Dr Simbai Mudzi and Dr Michelle Reiss over the coming weeks as they deliver a series of programmed Shared Medical Appointments on some of the most common presentations we see in General Practice ⬇️

🗓️ 13 November | Weight & Heart Health - Dr Simbai

🗓️ 18 November | Fatigue in Kids: Have you considered all the pieces of the puzzle? - Dr Michelle

🗓️ 25 November | Managing ADHD and Anxiety in Kids: A 'whole-listic' review into emotional self-regulation - Dr Michelle

🗓️ 2 December | Fatigue in Adults: Have you considered all the pieces of the puzzle? - Dr Michelle

🗓️ 4 December | Men's health & Prostate - Dr Simbai

❓ A programmed Shared Medical Appointment (pSMA) is a group-based GP Consultation, where a small group of patients with a similar chronic condition, such as Type-2 Diabetes, meet with one of our GP’s at the same time.

Supported by Douglass Hanly Moir, this service allows for the GP to facilitate a ‘conversational’ approach to a chronic condition by answering patient questions, as well as encouraging peer-learning from shared experiences.

You will benefit from ✍️
➕ More time for education and coaching than in a shorter one-on-one visit
➕ Peer learning and support from others with the same or similar condition
➕ Motivation and Accountability including goal-setting and follow-up check-ins that help you stick with healthy changes.

REGISTER NOW
☎️ 4313 1555
📲 https://www.lifemedicalcentre.com.au/sma

20/10/2025

🥱 Tired of tossing and turning at night? 🥱

If poor sleep is stealing your energy, mood, or focus, help is closer than you think.

Dr Jacqueline Larkin is a Registered Psychologist, accredited Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner, and certified CBT for Insomnia (CBTi) therapist with a wealth of experience helping people get the rest they deserve!

Dr Larkin specialises in evidence-based approaches to calm busy minds, reset unhelpful sleep habits, and support long-term wellbeing 💚

Alongside sleep concerns, she also supports clients navigating:
➡️ Work stress & burnout
➡️ Career changes & retirement
➡️ Peri- & post-menopause
➡️ Grief, loneliness, and relationship shifts

You can see Dr Larkin through a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP or as a private client.

📩 Ready to wake refreshed and feel like yourself again? Reach out today to book an appointment.
☎️ 4313 1555
🔗 https://www.hotdoc.com.au/.../doctors/dr-jacqueline-larkin

20/10/2025

19/10/2025

THIS THURSDAY 🗓️ TYPE-2 DIABETES 🩸

Dr Simbai is hosting a Shared Medical Appointment, focussed on Type-2 Diabetes and he will be answering YOUR questions!!

On Thursday 23 October, we're launching our Programmed Shared Medical Appointments as a service available for our patients.

🗣️ "A programmed Shared Medical Appointment (pSMA) is a group-based GP Consultation, where a small group of patients with a similar chronic condition, such as Type-2 Diabetes, meet with one of our GP’s at the same time.
This service allows for the GP to facilitate a ‘conversational’ approach to a chronic condition by answering patient questions, as well as encouraging peer-learning from shared experiences."

You will benefit from ✍️
➕ More time for education and coaching than in a shorter one-on-one visit
➕ Peer learning and support from others with the same or similar condition
➕ Motivation and Accountability including goal-setting and follow-up check-ins that help you stick with healthy changes.

To REGISTER, call 4313 1555 or visit 🔗 https://www.lifemedicalcentre.com.au/sma

15/10/2025

NEW SERVICE 💚

This month we're introducing Programmed Shared Medical Appointments as a service available for our patients, adding variety to how our high-quality healthcare can be accessed 🔑

🗣️ "A programmed Shared Medical Appointment (pSMA) is a group-based GP Consultation, where a small group of patients with a similar chronic condition, such as Type-2 Diabetes, meet with one of our GP’s at the same time.

This service allows for the GP to facilitate a ‘conversational’ approach to a chronic condition by answering patient questions, as well as encouraging peer-learning from shared experiences."

Key Benefits of attending a pSMA ✍️
➕ More time for education and coaching than in a shorter one-on-one visit
➕ Peer learning and support from others with the same or similar condition
➕ Motivation and Accountability including goal-setting and follow-up check-ins that help you stick with healthy changes.

Kickstarting with Dr Simbai, his upcoming topics include:
💚 Type 2 Diabetes | Thursday 23rd October 3:00PM
💚 Weight & Heart Health | Thursday 13th November 3:00PM
💚 Men’s Health & Prostate | Thursday 4th December 3:00PM

To REGISTER, visit:

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15/10/2025

🦴 💛 Bones For Life 💛 🦴 – building bones through exercise and lifestyle change
A Central Coast first for managing Osteoporosis and Osteopenia 🚨

Did you know that Bones For Life is the only provider of the ONERO osteoporosis exercise program on the Central Coast? 📍

ONERO is the only science-backed exercise program proven to effectively and safely build bone mass and offset Osteoporosis and Osteopenia!

Facilitated under the direct supervision of our team of Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists, patients are coached in strength and impact training to activate bone regeneration 💪. Medication has a place to “plug the hole” of bone loss, but ONERO assists with bone-building!

START rebuilding your bone mass today ➡️ You may come with a referral from your GP or as a private patient.

Book your Initial Assessment through the link 🔗 https://www.bonesforlife.com.au

👍 Like this post and follow Bones For Life to keep up to date the latest evidence in Osteoporosis. At Bones for Life we run classes and the latest in medical education for Osteoporosis management.

08/10/2025

Are you experiencing challenges that are interfering with the way you want to live your life? 🧭

Jacqueline is a Registered Psychologist, accredited Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner and, certified CBT for Insomnia (CBTi) practitioner.

With over 20 years experience, Jacqueline has a reputation to inspire and empower her clients to flourish, by helping them to discover their strengths, unearth their potential, and turn challenges into growth 🌱

Jacqueline is a strong advocate for advancing health and well-being through the principles of lifestyle medicine, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy and Positive Psychology 🧠

Jacqueline's key specialty areas include:
💤 Sleep Issues
↔️ Transitional Issues, including:
➡️ Career Change
➡️ Work Stress
➡️ Transitioning to Retirement
➡️ Peri- and Post-Menopause
➡️ Loss, Grief, Loneliness
➡️ Divorce or Relationship Changes

Patients can see Dr Larkin through a Mental Health Care Plan from their GP, or as a Private Patient.
Learn More 🔗 https://www.lifemedicalcentre.com.au/jacqueline-team

27/09/2025

🚀 Job Opportunity Alert
Join the team at Bones For Life as an Onero Coach 🦴

Bones For Life is seeking Accredited Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapists wishing to diversify their scope of practice, or expand their knowledge 🧠

This role involves running initial assessments and small group classes, helping people improve bone strength, balance and function through the evidence-based Onero program.

With training and licensing provided, flexible hours and the chance to work alongside a supportive allied health team, this is a great opportunity for someone with a passion to run group classes and make a difference in Bone Health, general strength and balance.

For more information, and to apply, visit SEEK 🔗 https://www.seek.com.au/job/87467880?ref=cm-ui