Goulburn Medical Clinic

08/01/2026

The clinic is pleased to introduce Dr Sean Heywood, who is a Urologist based out of Canberra.
He began his medical career as a Junior Doctor in Canberra, before undertaking further urological training at Port Macquarie, John Hunter,
Westmead, Blacktown, and Nepean Hospitals. He offers general urological services with a special interest in uro-oncology.

Having established his practice in Canberra, Sean has now extended his services to the Goulburn region. He is consulting at Goulburn Specialist Centre and from January will be operating at Goulburn Base
Hospital.

Sean is a highly organised and patient focused Urologist, dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. He approaches his work with thoughtfulness, always keeping the needs of his patients at the forefront of his mind. With a key focus on finding the best outcomes for his patients, Sean is always finding ways to further support their care and better their well-being.
Sean is committed to supporting his referrers and is always happy to assist with any pre- or post-referral enquiries.
For urgent matters or general assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact Sean at reception231@goulburnspecialists.com.au, or call
him on 02 4823 0200
Sean is a Urologist with special interests in:
› Uro-Oncology
› Robotic Surgery
› Complex Stone Treatment
› BPH Management
Goulburn Specialist Contact:
P. 02 4823 0231
F. 02 4823 0200
E. referrals@goulburnspecialists.com.au
www.seanheywood.com.au
Consulting at:
Goulburn Specialist Centre
56/58 Clifford St, Goulburn NSW 2580

Hospital locations:
› Goulburn Base Hospital
› North Canberra Hospital
› The Canberra Hospital
› Calvary Bruce Private Hospital
› National Capital Private Hospita

08/01/2026

The Goulburn Specialist Centre re pleased to announce that Dr Ankur Dhar will be joining our practice as of the 19/1/2025. Dr Dhar will also be taking up VMO status with the Goulburn Hospital in 2026.

Please forward all referrals to:
Phone - 02 9188 7072 Fax - 02 7234 0523

Web - sydneyurologyrobotics.com.au
Email - reception@sydurology.com.au
Health link EDI: sydurorg

Dr Ankur Dhar is an Australian-trained urologist based in Sydney with an interest in uro-oncology, robotic surgery, kidney stones, prostate conditions, and general urology.

He completed his medical training and urology training in NSW before undertaking an accredited Uro-Oncology Fellowship at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital (United Kingdom). During this time, he gained extensive experience in robotic and open surgery for prostate cancer, kidney cancer, and bladder cancer, as well as advanced robotic reconstructive urology.

He is privileged to work in the public system at Goulburn Base Hospital and Canterbury Hospital in Sydney, and several private hospitals in Sydney including Norwest, Westmead and Strathfield Private.

He works with Jennifer, an experienced Urology Nurse Practitioner, who can also review patients with continence issues, suspected urological cancers and catheter issues. They are also working to bring uroflow, flexible cystoscopy and urodynamics studies to patients in Goulburn to offer a comprehensive urological service to local residents. They offer in person and telehealth for selected patients.

They are committed to providing compassionate, personalised, and evidence-based care combined with latest medical and surgical advances for patients with urological cancers, kidney stones, and prostate conditions.

Interests include:
• Urological cancers
• Robotic surgery
• Stones
• Men’s health

11/12/2025

The doctors and staff wish you all the best for Christmas and the New Year. Please find our holiday opening hours below.

29/11/2025

The clinic also sponsors the Lieder Theatre. Don’t miss their end of year show, Pinocchio. It’s great show for all ages, and very well done.

07/11/2025

The Clinic is proud to sponsor Rocky Hill Musical Theatre Company. We guarantee this show is good for your mental health. Get your tickets now

It’s The Major-General v The Pirate King 🙀🏴‍☠️🚢

Who’s going to win in this epic showdown? Come along to The Pirates of Penzance 2021 to find out!

4 performances only - https://GPAC2022.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/149895

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05/09/2025

What did you do for Women's Health Week? Never too late to go through the check list! GMC has five female doctors to attend to your Women's health needs! Dr Katherine Scott, Dr Lisa Belgrove, Dr Grace Chang, and Dr Jill McCann. Dr Isabella Hawke has a dedicated Women's health clinic on Tuesdays.

05/07/2025

New national modelling has exposed the deadly toll of wood heater smoke in Australia, linking it to hundreds of premature deaths and widespread exposure to dangerous air pollution.

With fine particle emissions triggering asthma, heart attacks, strokes and even cancer, researchers say the health risks are far worse and more widespread than previously understood.

The Centre for Safe Air, University of Tasmania researchers calculated the health impact of wood heater emissions in Australia during 2015.

They estimated that 729 people die prematurely each year as a result of long-term exposure to wood heater smoke.

Wood heater smoke is a major source of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), a known trigger for asthma. While short-term exposure to PM2.5 tends to worsen existing conditions like asthma, long-term exposure can lead to reduced lung function, the development of asthma and/or faster progression of the disease.

New South Wales led the nation with the highest total wood heater emissions of PM2.5 particle pollution (12.3 million kg/year) and the highest number of estimated premature deaths from wood heater pollution (382/year). This equates to five people dying prematurely each year for every 100,000 people, making NSW the state with the heaviest burden on public health.

17/06/2025

Coadministering covid boosters with annual flu shots could reduce hospital burden by as much as 14%, according to the latest mathematical modelling from the Burnet Institute.

The potential reductions in hospital burden were even greater when looking at the ≥ 65 population, cutting covid-related hospital admissions by more than a quarter, although this required twice as many doses due to the biannual vaccination schedule recommended for this age group.

In 2023, there were almost 4000 covid-related deaths, 62,000 hospitalisations and an 11% overall vaccination rate. By July 2024, only 7% of Australians aged 18–64 years had received a covid vaccine in the previous 12 months.

The study urged an increase in covid vaccine coverage to match influenza, which is a less effective vaccine for a disease with a smaller burden. There were 370 national influenza-related deaths for 2023, and the vaccination rate was 32%

“By offering a covid booster vaccination alongside the annual influenza vaccination, we could aim to achieve similar vaccination coverage for covid as influenza, which would make a meaningful difference in reducing hospital admissions and deaths,” said Associate Professor Nick Scott, Burnet head of modelling and biostatistics

13/06/2025

🎭✨ SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT ✨🎭

Rocky Hill Musical Theatre Company is thrilled to welcome another valued sponsor for the 2025–2026 season – Goulburn Medical Clinic.

A cornerstone of care in our community, Goulburn Medical Centre is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of local families, offering expert service with warmth and professionalism. Their compassionate approach aligns beautifully with the values we champion both on and off the stage.

We’re proud to shine a spotlight on this respected institution, whose support enables us to continue bringing bold, heartfelt performances to our region.

Thank you, Goulburn Medical Centre, for partnering with us this season – we’re honoured to have you in the spotlight! 🌟

04/04/2025

The clinic welcomes Dr Muhammad Younis. He was a urologist in his home country of Pakistan. However, he has now joined our team as a GP registrar on the pathway to gain fellowship with the RACGP.

Dr Younis has special interests in urological problems (male and female), male sexual health, STI  management, Implanon insertion and removal, and various procedures such as ingrown toenail surgery, excision of sebaceous cysts, wart  cryotherapy and skin cancer excision. 

Since arriving in Australia, Dr Younis has worked in public hospitals, gaining experience and knowledge of our health system. He speaks English Urdu Hindi and Punjabi. 

08/02/2025

 Pictured below is our receptionist Rebecca Priora using the blood pressure machine which is currently in our waiting area. High blood pressure is a common and potentially dangerous condition  affecting almost one in four people. It generally has no symptoms yet is a big contributor to heart attacks, strokes chronic kidney disease and dementia. The only way to know whether you have high blood pressure is to get it checked. We encourage people to use the blood pressure machine in the waiting area, although it’s best to rest for 5 minutes before taking a reading.

05/12/2024

 Wishing our patients all the best for Christmas and the new year. Please find our opening hours below.