Derwent Valley Medical Centre

26/03/2026

New Patients welcome☺️Flu Immunisation Clinics Now Open – Book here: https://www.derwentvalleymedicalcentre.com.au/?page_id=2049
Protect yourself this flu season! We're offering free government-funded flu immunisations for eligible individuals, including:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and older
- Children aged 6 months to under 5 years
- Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy
- Adults aged 65 years and older
- Individuals aged 6 months and older with certain medical conditions such as cardiac disease and chronic respiratory conditions
For those not eligible for a free vaccine, we offer private flu immunisations at just $20.

08/03/2026

Today we recognise and celebrate the health, strength, and contributions of women in our community.

We’re proud to support women through compassionate, comprehensive healthcare at the Derwent Valley Women’s Clinic, led by Dr Gemma Dwyer and Dr Zoe Dodge.

Some of the services offered include:
• Contraception advice and management - including Mirena insertions
• Termination of pregnancy
• Antenatal care
• Breastfeeding support
• Pessary fitting and management for pelvic organ prolapse

Our team is committed to supporting women through every stage of life with respectful, patient-centred care.

Visit http://www.derwentvalleywomensclinic.com.au for more information.

01/02/2026

A big congratulations to Dr Lester Pepingco on his appointment as Associate Professor at UTAS and Director of the Hobart Clinical School.

An exciting milestone, and a great moment for the Derwent Valley😊

29/01/2026

⚠️ We have been made aware of a scam message circulating that appears to come from HotDoc, claiming a refund has been approved and asking patients to click a link to “confirm” details. ⚠️This is NOT legitimate.

If you receive a message like the one shown:
• Do not click the link
• Delete the message
• If unsure, contact our reception directly to check

If you believe you may have clicked the link or entered details, please contact your bank or financial institution immediately.

Stay safe,
DVMC Team

22/01/2026

Aurora Australis over DVMC 🌌

These stunning photos were captured right here in New Norfolk by Mayor Michelle Dracoulis, and kindly shared with permission.

A rare and beautiful reminder of how special our corner of Tasmania is 💚

14/01/2026

We are incredibly lucky to be welcoming Dr Jessie Ling back to Derwent Valley Medical Centre. She is a fully qualified Specialist General Practitioner.

Dr Ling is an exceptional doctor with extensive general practice, hospital and emergency department experience. Many of our patients will remember her not only for her clinical skill, but also for her warmth, resilience, and genuine care for people.

Since last working with us at DVMC, Dr Ling has practiced medicine in Antarctica and in remote hospitals in the Kimberley. Her experiences have shaped her into a doctor who remains steady, thoughtful, and deeply grounded even in the most challenging environments.

Beyond medicine, Dr Ling is truly remarkable. She is an ultra-marathon runner, and has recently completed hikes in remote Patagonia in Chile and the Great Himalayan Trail in Nepal.

We feel genuinely fortunate to have someone of her calibre returning to care for our community. Welcome back, Dr Jessie Ling!

07/11/2025

This Saturday's doctor is Dr Gonzalo De Angulo 😃

Dr Gonzalo De Angulo (MD, MBBS, FRACGP) completed his medical degree at Universidad del Cauca in Colombia. Before undertaking general practice training, he moved to Sydney where he worked for nine years as a helicopter paramedic with the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Service. He later relocated to Tasmania and completed his RACGP training in Smithton and the Derwent Valley, gaining fellowship in 2019. He holds admitting rights at the New Norfolk District Hospital.

He enjoys all aspects of general practice, with particular interests in chronic disease management, diabetes care and supporting patients with healthy weight management. Outside of work, he enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his family.

22/10/2025

This Saturday's doctor is Dr Charles Rose!

Dr Charles Rose (MBBS, FRACGP) completed his medical degree at the University of Tasmania in 2016 and obtained his Fellowship in General Practice in 2023. Before moving into general practice, he spent five years at the Royal Hobart Hospital, working across various medical and surgical specialties.

Dr Rose has an interest in preventative health, sports medicine, chronic disease management (particularly diabetes and weight management), and workers’ compensation. He values a patient-centred approach – developing practical, achievable health goals in partnership with his patients.

He is currently completing a Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine and provides medical coverage for various sporting organisations, including Cricket Tasmania and AFL Tasmania.

Saturday appointments are via appointment only. Call 03 6261 1399 to book yours.

24/09/2025

We’ve listened to your feedback! We know it’s not always possible to take a day off work to see your doctor.

That’s why Derwent Valley Medical Centre will now be open on Saturday mornings, starting October 11th.

Appointments are by booking only. Book online or call us to secure your spot. Fees apply, please see website for details.

01/09/2025

It’s Women’s Health Week!
This year’s theme is “Say yes to you” which is a reminder to put your health first.

Dr Gemma Dwyer and Dr Zoe Dodge are available to provide expert women’s health care, including:
✔️ Menopause care tailored to you, with guidance and support through every stage
✔️ Safe and effective IUD insertions for contraception and period management
✔️Management of prolapses, including the insertion of pessaries to reduce symptoms

We are here to support women in the Derwent Valley at every stage of life.

Thanks Jean Hailes for Women's Health for the artwork :)

Improving our community’s health by providing comprehensive & sustainable primary health care, general practice services, nursing & allied health care.

14/08/2025

🎓Huge Congratulations to Dr Samantha Gibson-Smith & Dr Lester Pepingco!

Both have just graduated with distinction from the Master of Medicine (Skin Cancer) at UQ. This achievement means the Derwent Valley Skin Clinic is now the only clinic in Tasmania where all our skin cancer doctors hold a Masters-level qualification in addition to their specialist FRACGP qualification.

We’re proud to offer our community the very best in skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, backed by advanced training and state of the art equipment.

Congratulations to Dr Samantha & Dr Lester on this incredible milestone! 🎉

📢 PS. Dr Samantha is now accepting new patients for comprehensive skin checks. If it’s been a while since your last check - or you’ve never had one - now’s the time to book.
📍 Call us on 03 6261 1399 to make an appointment.

16/07/2025

We’re incredibly proud to have Dr Gemma Dwyer providing women's, reproductive, and sexual health services here in the Derwent Valley.
Dr Dwyer recently presented at the Tasmanian Reproductive Health Conference on building women's health services in New Norfolk. Her talk was so well-received that Professor Danielle Mazza from Monash University commented she wished it had been recorded!
It’s a huge privilege to have such passionate and skilled doctors serving the Derwent Valley community.