Banksia Medical Centre

Banksia Medical Centre A dedicated team of doctors and nurses along with allied health onsite to provide a comprehensive he Bernard was named the GP of the year in 2020.

Banksia Medical Centre has been providing top quality care to the community in East Geelong, Newcomb, St Albans, Leopold, Drysdale and other nearby suburbs of Geelong for over 40 years. BMC is owed and operated by Dr. Bernard Shiu and his team of health care professionals.

Eczema doesn't just flare out of nowhere. Colder days tend to bring a cluster of triggers together at once, and understa...
05/05/2026

Eczema doesn't just flare out of nowhere. Colder days tend to bring a cluster of triggers together at once, and understanding them is the first step.

If you or your child is dealing with more frequent flare-ups in the cooler months, swipe through. And if it's becoming hard to manage, your GP is the right first stop.

Book online: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

Heart Week is a good reminder that heart health isn't just something to think about when something goes wrong.Many of th...
03/05/2026

Heart Week is a good reminder that heart health isn't just something to think about when something goes wrong.

Many of the risk factors for heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and elevated blood sugar don't cause noticeable symptoms. You can feel completely fine and still be at risk.

A Heart Health Check with your GP is a Medicare-subsidised assessment that looks at your risk of having a heart attack or stroke in the next five years. It's available for Australians aged 45 and over, and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 30 and over.

If it's been a while since you've had a proper check-in with your GP about your heart health, this week is a good prompt.

Book online: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

Your thyroid is a small gland in your neck, but it controls more than most people realise. Metabolism, energy, body temp...
30/04/2026

Your thyroid is a small gland in your neck, but it controls more than most people realise. Metabolism, energy, body temperature, heart rate, and mood.

When it's working well, you barely notice it. When it's not, the signs are easy to miss.

Thyroid conditions are among the most commonly underdiagnosed, largely because the symptoms overlap with so many other things.

๐—” ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜„ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ต ๐—ธ๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด:

โ–ช๏ธ An underactive thyroid can be associated with persistent fatigue, weight gain, cold sensitivity, low mood, and brain fog

โ–ช๏ธ An overactive thyroid can be associated with a rapid heartbeat, weight loss, anxiety, tremors, and feeling excessively warm

โ–ช๏ธ Both are more commonly diagnosed in women, though men are also affected

โ–ช๏ธ Diagnosis starts with a simple blood test ordered by your GP

If any of this has been sitting with you for a while, it is worth raising at your next appointment.

Book online: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

Dr Esme Dark provides psychological therapy for adults and adolescents at our Torquay clinic.Her work supports individua...
28/04/2026

Dr Esme Dark provides psychological therapy for adults and adolescents at our Torquay clinic.

Her work supports individuals experiencing anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, chronic pain, and other emotional challenges. Dr Esmeโ€™s therapeutic approach draws on somatic psychotherapy, nature-based practice, and creative arts therapy.

With experience working internationally with refugee-background communities, she also led the Child and Adolescent Team at the Victorian Foundation for Survivors of Torture and Trauma.

Contact reception if you would like to enquire about appointments: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

Flu season arrives each year, but many people underestimate how easily influenza spreads.Annual vaccination helps reduce...
26/04/2026

Flu season arrives each year, but many people underestimate how easily influenza spreads.

Annual vaccination helps reduce the risk of serious illness and protects vulnerable members of the community. Because influenza viruses change over time, the vaccine is updated regularly to help maintain protection.

A simple conversation with your GP can help determine if the influenza vaccine is recommended for you this season.

Speak with your GP about influenza vaccination: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

Even healthy adults can fall behind on recommended vaccines. Immunity fades over time, and new vaccines may be advised a...
23/04/2026

Even healthy adults can fall behind on recommended vaccines. Immunity fades over time, and new vaccines may be advised at different life stages or for certain health conditions.

A quick review with your GP can make sure youโ€™re fully protected for everyday life, travel, and keeping your loved ones safe.

Book a vaccination review with your GP today. Staying on top of your immunisations protects you and your community: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

If you have diabetes, even small foot problems can become serious if left unchecked. Numbness, swelling, or changes in s...
21/04/2026

If you have diabetes, even small foot problems can become serious if left unchecked. Numbness, swelling, or changes in shape can signal early issues that need attention.

๐—ข๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—บ ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ:

โ–ช๏ธ Assess circulation and nerve health

โ–ช๏ธ Recommend footwear and orthotics

โ–ช๏ธ Provide exercises to keep feet and ankles strong

โ–ช๏ธ Spot early signs of ulcers or injuries

Early care keeps you mobile, pain-free, and reduces the risk of complications.

Book a diabetic foot and ankle assessment today. Early support can protect your health and independence: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

๐—™๐—น๐˜‚ ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜„ ๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ Newcomb ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ Torquay clinics.If youโ€™re planning to get your flu shot this season, w...
21/04/2026

๐—™๐—น๐˜‚ ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜„ ๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ Newcomb ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ Torquay clinics.

If youโ€™re planning to get your flu shot this season, we encourage you to book ahead.

Please call the clinic at (๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฏ) ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿด ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿต๐Ÿต to arrange your appointment.

๐—ง๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ฎ๐˜†: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/torquay/
๐—ก๐—ฒ๐˜„๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฏ: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/newcomb/

โš ๏ธ ๐˜—๐˜ญ๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ฆ ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฐ๐˜ต๐˜ฆ: ๐˜›๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ๐˜ด๐˜ฆ ๐˜ข๐˜ฑ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฐ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜ต๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ต๐˜ด ๐˜ข๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ง๐˜ฐ๐˜ณ ๐˜ง๐˜ญ๐˜ถ ๐˜ท๐˜ข๐˜ค๐˜ค๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜ข๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ด ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ญ๐˜บ. ๐˜•๐˜ฐ ๐˜ด๐˜ค๐˜ณ๐˜ช๐˜ฑ๐˜ต๐˜ด ๐˜ฐ๐˜ณ ๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ๐˜ง๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜ณ๐˜ข๐˜ญ๐˜ด ๐˜ธ๐˜ช๐˜ญ๐˜ญ ๐˜ฃ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ช๐˜ด๐˜ด๐˜ถ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฅ ๐˜ข๐˜ต ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ฐ๐˜ง ๐˜บ๐˜ฐ๐˜ถ๐˜ณ ๐˜ข๐˜ฑ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฐ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜ต๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ต.

Is your child often coughing, wheezing, or struggling to breathe during play or sports? These could be early signs of as...
19/04/2026

Is your child often coughing, wheezing, or struggling to breathe during play or sports? These could be early signs of asthma, catching it early can make a big difference.

Dr Natasha works with families to develop plans that keep symptoms under control, so children can stay active, sleep better, and enjoy daily life.

If symptoms happen frequently, a GP review can help clarify the cause and guide the right treatment.

Home visits are available too. Dr Natasha sees many children at home, which is often much more convenient when theyโ€™re unwell, allowing them to receive care in the comfort of their own home.

Book an appointment or arrange a home visit for a respiratory assessment today. Early support helps children stay healthy and active: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

We want every patient to feel confident about their visit, and that includes understanding our fees.At Banksia Medical C...
16/04/2026

We want every patient to feel confident about their visit, and that includes understanding our fees.

At Banksia Medical Centre, we are a private billing clinic. However, we do offer bulk billing in certain circumstances:

โ–ช๏ธ Available Monday to Friday for eligible Medicare cardholders, including DVA Gold cardholders and most children 15 and under

โ–ช๏ธ Dr Natasha Nogueira does not bulk bill children โ€” please check with reception for details

โ–ช๏ธ Not available on Saturdays or before 8 am on weekdays

โ–ช๏ธ Childhood immunisations are bulk billed where applicable

To avoid surprises, we encourage patients to confirm billing details with reception when booking.

Have questions about fees, bulk billing eligibility, or telehealth rebates? Call our friendly reception team on (03) 5248 1299 โ€” weโ€™re happy to help!

Everyone experiences worry from time to time. But when anxiety begins to affect sleep, concentration, work, school, or e...
14/04/2026

Everyone experiences worry from time to time. But when anxiety begins to affect sleep, concentration, work, school, or everyday activities, it may be helpful to talk with a healthcare professional.

Anxiety can look different for each person. Some people may feel constantly on edge, while others notice physical symptoms such as headaches, stomach discomfort, fatigue, or difficulty relaxing.

Early support can make a meaningful difference. Speaking with a GP can help you better understand whatโ€™s happening and explore appropriate care or support options.

If anxiety is starting to affect daily life, consider speaking with your GP: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

Is it a cold or seasonal allergies?Sneezing, congestion, and runny noses are common. When symptoms last longer than expe...
12/04/2026

Is it a cold or seasonal allergies?

Sneezing, congestion, and runny noses are common. When symptoms last longer than expected or keep coming back, allergies may be contributing.

Recognising the difference helps you respond earlier and manage symptoms effectively.

Book a consultation if your symptoms persist: https://www.banksiamedicalcentre.com.au/contact

Address

132 Bellarine Highway, Newcomb ; 94 Geelong Road Torquay
Newcomb, VIC
3219,3228

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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