Loxton Health Centre

24/02/2026

We’re excited to share a little more about how Dr A***n Javidi has joined our team at Loxton Health Centre and what his supervision pathway will look like.

Dr A***n Javidi is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who completed his medical training in Iran. After gaining experience overseas, he chose to continue his medical career here in Australia — and we are very pleased that his journey has brought him to our community in Loxton.

HOW DID DR JAVIDI COME TO LOXTON?
Like many IMGs, Dr Javidi applied to work in Australia through a formal medical registration pathway. As part of this process:

✔️ His qualifications were assessed
✔️ He met national registration standards including passing written examinations from the Australian Medical Council and passing a clinical interview
✔️ He secured an approved position in an area of workforce need

Regional communities like ours play an important role in welcoming highly skilled international doctors. These pathways help strengthen rural healthcare services while ensuring doctors are well supported.

WHAT ARE HIS SUPERVISION REQUIREMENTS?
All IMGs working in Australia are required to practise under supervision for a period of time. This is a standard requirement and is designed to:

• Ensure patient safety
• Support doctors to adapt to the Australian healthcare system
• Familiarise them with local clinical guidelines and processes
• Provide structured mentoring and professional support

Dr Javidi will be working under an approved supervision plan with experienced senior GPs. For the first 3 months all patients seen by Dr Javidi will undergo a review with a senior doctor at the Loxton Health Centre prior to leaving the clinic. Additionally he will have case discussions and ongoing assessment to ensure he transitions to the Australian system smoothly. As he demonstrates competency within the Australian system, his level of independence will gradually increase.

Supervision is not a reflection of skill — it is a structured and supportive process that all IMGs complete as part of becoming fully registered in Australia.

We are confident Dr Javidi will be a wonderful addition to our team and community, and we look forward to supporting him as he begins in March.

Please join us in welcoming Dr A***n Javidi to Loxton 💙

23/02/2026

👨‍⚕️Introducing Dr A***n Javidi 👨‍⚕️

A***n is the newest addition to our team at Loxton Health Centre. Originally from Shiraz, Iran, he later moved to Tehran to study medicine at Tehran University of Medical Sciences.

After graduating, he worked in general practice in Iran for several years, gaining broad experience in community-based care. He subsequently completed the required Australian Medical Council examinations before relocating to Australia to continue his medical career.

A***n is delighted to call Loxton his new home and is looking forward to building a life in the Riverland with his partner, Paniz, who will be joining him soon.

His professional interests include chronic disease management, preventive health, and women’s health. He is particularly passionate about promoting public wellbeing and supporting the long-term health of the local community.

Outside of medicine, A***n enjoys playing tennis, exploring the Riverland region, and discovering new foods and drinks.

Dr Javidi will be commencing consulting on Monday 2nd March after a period of orientation. Look out for tomorrow's post to learn more about Dr Javidi's path to the Loxton Health Centre!

22/02/2026

INTRODUCTING DR KYLE SELGA

Dr Selga is joining the team at the Loxton Health Centre for the next 3 months focussing specifically in obstetric care and women's health.

Dr Selga graduated from Flinders MD in 2021 and is currently in training with the Riverland Academy of Clinical Excellence (RACE) program working towards his Rural Generalist Fellowship. He is also completing Advanced Training in Population Health.

Dr Selga has many roles throughout the Riverland, working in the fracture clinic in the Riverland General Hospital on a Tuesday as well as consulting in Renmark Medical Centre. He will be consulting in Loxton on Mondays and Fridays, working closely with our GP obstetricians Dr Kerrianne Harvey and Dr Peter Tait to further his knowledge in obstetrics and Women's Health.

Now is the perfect opportunity to book your appointment with Dr Selga to discuss contraception, menopause, family planning, heavy or painful periods or any other women's health problem.

Appointments with Dr Selga can be booked by calling our team at the Loxton Health Centre.

19/02/2026

📣Introducing Dr Iroshana Kankanamge📣

Dr Iroshana Kankanamge is a General Practice Registrar originally from Sri Lanka. He completed his medical degree (MBBS) at the University of Colombo before migrating to Australia with his partner, Thishara. He has worked in a variety of hospital settings across Australia and enjoys providing friendly, patient-centred care to people of all ages.

Outside of work, Iroshana has a strong interest in travel and enjoys exploring new places whenever he gets the chance.

To book an appointment with Dr Kankanamge please call the Loxton Health Centre or book online via HotDocs.

19/02/2026

📲 New HotDoc App Check-In Available at Loxton Health Centre!

We’re excited to make your visit even easier!

If you book your appointment online through the HotDoc app, you can now check in directly from your phone when you arrive for your appointment at Loxton Health Centre.

✔️ Open the HotDoc app when you arrive
✔️ Tap “Check In” and follow the prompts
✔️ Take a seat – we’ll know you’re here!

This helps reduce wait times at reception and makes your arrival smoother and quicker.

🖥️ Coming Next Week:
We’ll also be introducing a kiosk check-in system in the clinic for patients who prefer to check in onsite.

If you have any questions, our friendly reception team is happy to help.

Thank you for helping us improve your experience 💙

19/02/2026

⭐️Introducing Dr Thishara Nanayakkara ⭐️

Thishara is a GP Registrar on the RACGP Fellowship pathway. She completed her medical degree (2020) and internship in Sri Lanka and was working in New South Wales prior to relocating to South Australia with her husband Iroshana.

She is committed to providing patient-centred care and values building respectful, professional relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds and passionate about preventive medicine and women's health. She is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuous growth within general practice.

Outside of medicine, she enjoys travelling, reading, and spending time with family and friends in her free time.

To book an appointment with Dr Nanayakkara please call one of our friendly admin staff or book online via HotDocs

18/02/2026

🎉 Great news for our community! 🎉

We’re pleased to announce that Loxton Hospital has officially re-opened our operating theatre and full obstetric services following a temporary closure for theatre upgrades.

The upgrade works are now complete, and services have safely resumed. This means we’re once again able to provide surgical care and welcome new arrivals locally — something we know is incredibly important for our community 💙

Thank you for your patience and understanding while these improvements were carried out. We’re excited to be back and caring for you close to home.

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network (RMCLHN) is pleased to share that the $550,000 upgrade to the Loxton Hospital Complex theatre is now complete.

The walls, floor vinyl and air conditioning have been upgraded.

These upgrades will result in improved clinical services, accessibility, and improved quality, health and safety outcomes for staff and consumers. They also ensure people living in the town and surrounds of Loxton continue to have access to safe, high quality health care close to home.

The Loxton Hospital Complex theatre lists recommenced from Tuesday 17 February 2026, and all planned and unplanned labour and birth care recommenced at Loxton Hospital Complex from 8:30am today, Wednesday 18 February 2026.

ℹ For more information, pregnant women can speak with their GP Obstetrician or Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) midwife. You can also send us a direct message, or comment any questions below, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

12/02/2026

📢 Update to Appointment Scheduling at Loxton Health Centre

We’re making an important change to how we release appointments to improve access and flexibility for our patients.

🗓 What’s Changing?
Previously, appointments were released on the last Friday of each month for the entire following month.

Moving forward, appointments will now be released one week at a time, up to 8 weeks in advance.

✔ There will no longer be a single “bulk release” day each month.
✔ A new week of appointments will open on a rolling basis.

Why the change?
This new system will help us:
• Spread appointment availability more evenly
• Reduce the rush and long wait times on release days
• Provide fairer access for all patients

If you’re planning ahead, please note that bookings will gradually become available as each new week opens.

☎️ Appointments can be booked online via HotDocs or by contacting one of our friendly admin team during business hours.

We appreciate your patience as we transition to this new system and thank you for your continued support of Loxton Health Centre.

09/02/2026

The Loxton Health Centre is thrilled to welcome THREE new doctors over the past couple of weeks. Additionally there will be another joining our ranks in the coming weeks. This has resulted in immediate appointment availability.

Stay tuned over the coming days to learn more about our new doctors

30/01/2026

⚠️ Community Warning – HotDocs Scam ⚠️

We’ve been made aware of a scam currently circulating involving HotDocs. Individuals may be contacted claiming they are owed a refund and being asked for personal details or banking information under false pretences.

All refunds from Loxton Health Centre are NOT processed through HotDocs

If you believe you’ve been targeted or affected, please report it to the appropriate authorities and monitor your accounts closely.

Please share this post to help keep our community safe.

01/01/2026

💫🌟HAPPY NEW YEAR🌟💫

The Loxton Health Centre wishes everyone a safe and prosperous new year. A reminder that we are closed until Monday 5th January. For any urgent medical problems the Loxton Hospital remains open 24/7

23/12/2025

The Loxton Health Centre wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season. Please find attached our opening hours over this period. The Loxton Hospital remains open 24 hours per day for any emergency requirements.