Doctors of South Melbourne

30/03/2026

We’ll be closed over the Easter long weekend, from Friday, 3 April to Monday, 6 April.

Normal consulting hours will resume from 8:30 am on Tuesday, 7 April.

Wishing you a relaxing and well-deserved break! 😀

23/03/2026

Another terrific blog post from Dr Achala Manchanda, this time on personalised weight loss treatments available from your local GP. 🍎

Click below for a great read. 🙂

A weight loss GP can tailor strategies and transform your journey to help you succeed. Personalised Treatments. Real Results.

16/03/2026

** OUR EMAIL HAS BEEN HACKED **

Please ignore a strange-looking email from reception@dosm.com.au asking you to log into a secure email portal.

Our reception email has been hacked, and all contacts have been sent the dodgy email.

If you’ve received an email that may look like the image of this post, please:
- Do not reply
- Do not forward the email to anyone
- Do not click any links or attachments
- Delete immediately, including from your ‘Bin’ or ‘Deleted Items’ folder

If you accidentally clicked on a link:
- Secure your accounts: Change the affected account password immediately and any other accounts that use the same password.
- Run a security scan on your computer or device.

Visit the Australian Signals Directorate website for more information on protecting yourself from scam communications.

13/03/2026

Are you a Registered Nurse with GP clinic experience who’s seeking a rewarding role with above-award pay?

We’re looking for a dedicated Practice Nurse to join our team and deliver exceptional patient care. Apply today!

20/02/2026

In his first post since returning from practising in the UK, Dr Michael Macpherson looks at four common causes of sports-related knee pain and how each can best be treated.

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Struggling with knee pain? Dr Michael can help you with all kinds of sports-related knee pain so you can get back in the game.

29/01/2026

Dr Jackie Fankhauser looks at the diagnosis and treatment of this often frustrating condition.

https://www.doctorsofsouthmelbourne.com.au/lipoedema-treatment/

TLDR? In summary:

✻ Lipoedema affects up to 10% of Australian women and is often misdiagnosed as obesity or cellulite.
✻ Common symptoms include disproportionate fat deposits, swelling in the legs, and pain during movement.
✻ Diagnosis relies on physical examination and medical history, as there are no specific tests for lipoedema.
✻ Treatment focuses on symptom management, including compression therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, and lifestyle changes.
✻ Consulting with an experienced GP can help you find effective lipoedema treatment and improve your quality of life.

Find answers about lipoedema in Dr Jackie's latest blog. As an expert in the field, she offers tailored treatments to relieve symptoms.

21/01/2026

We’re closed on Monday, 26 January, for the public holiday.

We hope you have a lovely day off or enjoy the long weekend away. 🇦🇺

17/12/2025

We wish Dr Caroline Roth and her family all the best for the big move to WA early 2026. We already miss her! 😢

Say goodbye to Dr Caroline Roth, who is leaving our clinic for a new chapter interstate. We wish her all the best!

16/12/2025

We're open over Christmas and New Years if you need us.🧑‍🎄🥳

Doctors of South Melbourne will remain open to the community on all but the public holidays.

03/12/2025

Following a stint working overseas, we’re excited to share that Dr Michael Macpherson will return to the clinic on Tuesday, 20 January. Hooray! 🎉

Dr Michael Macpherson is returning from working overseas, and will be practising back in the clinic from Tuesday, 20th January!

25/11/2025

We sadly say goodbye to Dr Sophie Carter, who is relocating to sunny Perth with her family early next year. 😢

Sophie’s final day consulting at the clinic will be Wed, 21 Jan 2026. She'll be greatly missed by her patients, staff, and GPs.

19/11/2025

Melbournians are urged to remain vigilant for high pollen days and thunderstorm asthma events over the coming months. ⛈️

Thunderstorm asthma risks increase from October to December. Know how to prepare for the worst and stay safe.