Ochre Medical Centre Bowenfels

16/07/2025

It’s National Diabetes Week (13–19 July), and this year’s message is clear: prevention matters at every stage.

Whether it’s lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes or helping people with diabetes avoid complications, early action makes a big difference.

Take the time to talk to your GP about risk checks, regular screenings, and support options. Let’s take steps toward a healthier future.

09/07/2025

It’s NAIDOC Week and we are celebrating with our First Nations team members, patients and communities their rich history, diverse cultures and many achievements. Ochre has been very involved with First Nations communities since we were founded in Bourke over 20 years ago. Today, through our medical centres, we provide care to over 12,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, through our recruitment teams we place locum doctors into Aboriginal Medical Services and other health facilities caring for First Nations communities around the country, and we are proud ongoing sponsors of the Australian Federation of Medical Women “Purple Bush Leaves Medicine Bursaries” which provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women with financial support to further their medical careers. After some wonderful NAIDOC events last year, including at our Oakey practice in Queensland (main picture), our program this year culminates with our Walgett practice in Western NSW which on Friday will be hosting a community celebration in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District. This is open to everybody in the area and will including a smoking ceremony, a welcome to country and dancing.

08/07/2025

We were proud to host Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Federal Minister Julie Collins MP, Tasmanian Opposition Leader Dean Winter MP, Member for Clark Ella Haddad MP, and members of their teams this morning at the Ochre Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) we operate in Hobart. The visit included discussion around plans for more UCCs in Tasmania and future funding models for healthcare. The Ochre Medicare UCC is co-located with our Ochre Medical Centre, as well as Capital Chemist, BodyTech Physio and Trusted Smiles Dental, in a Health Hub facility on the corner of Liverpool and Barrack Streets in the Hobart CBD.

03/07/2025

SCAM ALERT - texts claiming to be from HotDoc offering a refund.

We have been made aware of scam text messages impersonating HotDoc being received by patients claiming they are owed a refund and asking them to click a link.

These messages are not legitimate and we advise people not click any links or provide any personal information. If you receive a suspicious message like this relating to a refund, delete it and report it to help@hotdoc.com.au.

If you are a patient and you are ever unsure about a message you receive from us or HotDoc, please contact your clinic directly.

18/06/2025

Please be advised that there are currently council roadworks being done along Col Drewe Drive.

Please take caution and allow extra time in case of delays.

Council have advised that we may not be able to park along the road during business hours, so please do your best to park in the allocated carpark.

Thank you

Ochre Bowenfels

17/06/2025

Today is Bowel Cancer Australia's Red Apple Day (18th of June 2025).

Bowel cancer is one of Australia’s most common cancers - but it’s also one of the most treatable when caught early.

At Ochre, we’re proud to support Bowel Cancer Australia and raise awareness about the importance of early detection, regular screening, and open conversations.

Find out more or donate:
https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/red-apple-day

05/06/2025

Today is Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day – highlighting the importance of the mental health of doctors and all team members across the healthcare sector. A big shoutout to everybody for your amazing resilience, dedication and patient care!

https://www.crazysocks4docs.com.au/

18/05/2025

Today is World Family Doctor Day! Established by WONCA (the World Organization of Family Doctors) to highlight the contribution of GPs to health care systems around the world, this is an excellent opportunity to recognise the wonderful care and leadership provided by doctors across the profession. The Ochre Health Group is honoured to support nearly 500 of those doctors across our 68 medical centres and urgent care clinics around the country in providing nearly 2 million consultations to their patients every year. A big thanks to all of you!

13/05/2025

Today is International Receptionists Day and we’d like to give a big shoutout to the hundreds of receptionists and other support team members across our network of 68 practices and urgent care clinics. Your care, diligence, commitment and teamwork are very much appreciated!

11/05/2025

Today is International Nurses Day, celebrated on the birthday of Florence Nightingale, founder of professional nursing. This year’s theme is “Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies.”, highlighting that a well-supported and healthy nursing workforce plays a key role, not only in improving health systems and ensuring better outcomes for communities, but also in strengthening economies. Ochre has over 250 highly skilled and passionate nurses across our 68 medical centres and urgent care clinics around the country, each providing wonderful support to doctors and their patients. A big thanks to all of you!

06/05/2025

It’s Heart Week, shining a light on heart health around the country.

An Australian suffers a heart attack or stroke every 4 minutes, but heart disease is largely preventable.

We are encouraging everybody “not to miss a beat” in talking to your GP about any risk and your eligibility for a Heart Health Check, as well as getting your blood pressure checked.

A simple conversation could make a life-saving difference!

Book your appointment today at Ochre Health.

Never miss a beat – talk to your doctor today about your risk and your eligibility for a Heart Health Check. An Australian experiences a heart attack or stroke every 4 minutes! Over 2.5 million Australians are officially classified as having a high risk of a heart attack or stroke in the next five...

17/04/2025

Extended video telehealth available Australia-wide this Easter holidays!

To help you stay well this long weekend, Ochre Health is offering extended video telehealth consultations from 9am to 11pm daily, from Good Friday through to Easter Monday.

Whether you’re at home or away, you can connect with a qualified GP for trusted care—when you need it most.

Book online at the link below, or via the Ochre app.

Ochre Anytime provides access to after-hours GP appointments, connecting patients with experienced doctors via virtual consultations for ACT, NSW and QLD.

30/03/2025

We held the Ochre version of the Oscars on Saturday night with our annual Ochre Way National Excellence Awards gala dinner at the InterContinental Hotel Double Bay in Sydney. All of the regional winners of Ochre Way Awards from around the country were invited for a two night escape with their partner or guest that included an activities program featuring the best of the Harbour City, leading up to a memorable evening of delicious food, socialising, live music and prize-giving. Many congratulations to all of the winners…

National Support Team Member of the Year - Marnie Hayes, Scottsdale, TAS

National Practice Manager of the Year - Peter Bradley, Kippax, ACT

Most Innovative Medical Centre - Ochre Medical Centre & Urgent Care Clinic Sippy Downs, QLD

National Nurse of the Year – Ben Jol, Casey ACT

Medical Centre with the Best Health Outcomes - Ochre Medical Centre Smith Street Tamworth, NSW

National GP Supervisor of the Year - Dr Ann Ellacott, Thirroul, NSW

Dennis Pashen National Doctors of the Year - Dr Rebecca Molyneux, Lightning Ridge, NSW and Dr Damian Webb, Oakey & Kingsthorpe, QLD

Founders Award – Dr Yash Charak, Walgett, NSW

They, and all of our other regional award-winning “nominees”, may not be Hollywood celebrities, but they are truly stars in their own communities and across the Ochre network!

27/03/2025

Happy 10th anniversary to our sister practice, Ochre Medical Centre Lithgow on Main Street, which opened its doors as an Ochre clinic on 30th March 2015! The practice specialises in providing quality rural care and friendly service to 2,000 patients across the local community which, over the last year, has translated into more than 16,000 consultations. The team’s highlights of the last decade have included winning an Ochre Award for Most Improved Health Outcomes, establishing popular flu vaccination clinics and Bone Bus programs, and delivering thousands of skin checks, medical procedures, work medicals and Chronic Disease Management consultations to a wide variety of patients. Like our practice, the Lithgow team has also had a strong focus on doctor training, and they have been proud to train scores of medical students from the Clinical School of Notre Dame Australia University which was set up by former Lithgow clinic owner, GP and Ochre Doctor of the Year award-winner, Professor John Dearin. Congratulations to all of the Lithgow doctors and team members, past and present!

07/01/2025

Doctor appointments at your fingertips, when you need them most.
Ochre Anytime offers access to trusted local doctors after hours, at a time and place that suits you.

Operating hours: 6pm-11pm Monday to Friday and various times on weekends

• Seamless quality video consultations
• Access to your health records for your consultation if you are an existing patient
• Rebates available for people who are eligible

Ochre Anytime provides access to after-hours GP appointments, connecting patients with experienced doctors via virtual consultations for ACT, NSW and QLD.

12/12/2024

Dr Siva Kan 2025

Please be aware, due to his theatre commitments 2 days per week and cutting back on consulting hours from 2025, there will be longer wait times for an appointment with Dr Kan.

If you need to see him regularly for an ongoing care or to follow up on test results/scripts, please book these appointments well in advance. We may not be able to accommodate you otherwise. Waiting time is up to 4-6 weeks at present.

Dr Kan is happy for you to see other doctors within our practice occasionally if you are unable to see him within your preferred time frame. However, booking well in advance with Dr Kan as mentioned above, will avoid disappointment and ensure continuity of care.

If you feel you need to see him for a complex issue, or multiple issues, please ensure you book a long consult. This will aid with wait times for yourself and other patients.

Thank you for your understanding

Ochre Medical Centre Bowenfels

10/11/2024

Please be aware that we are currently experiencing issues with our phone system. Bookings can still be made online. We apologise for any inconvenience.

30/10/2024

Repairs are being carried out this week to repair cracked concrete in the carpark, so a large section is blocked off. Please watch for tripping hazards, and note that there are fewer parking spots available - sorry for any inconvenience.

01/08/2024

Ochre Medical Centre Bowenfels is having a Jeans for Genes ‘Bake it Blue’ event next Wednesday 7th August to help raise essential funds for Children’s Medical Research Institute.

Their mission is to find treatments and cures for children with birth defects and genetic diseases such as cancer, cystic fibrosis and life-threatening metabolic disorders.

Donations can be made online (below), via cash or through the QR codes available at the practice, and will be taken between now and next Wednesday. Blue cookies will be available on the day!

Please help us by wearing jeans if you have an appointment on Wednesday, and donating to this important cause.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, helps move closer to finding treatments and cures for the 1 in 20 Aussie kids affected.

We are supporting Jeans for Genes because we want to help discover treatments and cures, to give every child the opportunity to live a long and healthy life.

03/07/2024

We're currently accepting applications to join our team as a medical receptionist. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

30/01/2024

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join the team at our Bowenfels practice. For more information about the role, or to apply, please click the link below.

We have an exciting vacancy for a dedicated & experienced practice nurse for our busy practice in Bowenfels

12/12/2023

Please be aware that due to unforeseen circumstances the practice will be closing at 3pm on Friday the 15th of December. We apologise for any inconvenience.

05/12/2023

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic medical receptionist to join the team at our medical centre. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a Medical Receptionist to work at our Medical centre in Bowenfels

19/10/2023

Please note that our practice will be closing at 3PM tomorrow, Friday 20th of October. Apologies for any inconvenience.