Rosedale Medical Practice

28/01/2026

Welcome Back, Dr Gareth Mason - Currently Bulk Billing While He Gets Started ✅

Here’s a story we love telling.

Years ago, a medical student named Gareth spent time with us at Rosedale, learning what it truly means to care for families in a community practice.

Today, Dr Gareth Mason has returned as our GP Registrar - and he’s currently bulk billing all patients while he gets started.

Since his time with us, Dr Mason:

🏅 Graduated with the University Medal from Macquarie University (2022) - top of his medical cohort
🏥 Gained experience across Western and Northern Sydney hospitals
💚 Chosen to return to Rosedale to complete his GP training

Dr Mason’s areas of special interest:

• Paediatrics & children’s health
• Chronic disease management
• Sexual health & LGBTQIA+ care
• PrEP prescribing
• Minor procedures
• General medicine

He’s passionate about using technology to improve healthcare accessibility and supporting patients from all walks of life.

This is exactly the kind of thoughtful growth we’ve been working on this January - bringing back exceptional doctors who understand our community and can increase access to quality care.

Dr Mason is accepting new patients now.

📞 (02) 9680 9644 | Book online via HotDoc

23/01/2026

Can menopause really start at any age?

Symptoms can begin earlier than many people expect, sometimes years before periods stop.

That’s why having the right guidance matters.

Dr Natasha Paul brings many years of experience in menopause care, including work with the Australian Menopause Centre, and provides comprehensive menopause health assessments tailored to each woman’s stage, symptoms, and health history.

Menopause isn’t one-size-fits-all.
And you don’t need to “wait it out” or second-guess what’s normal.

If symptoms are affecting your sleep, mood, energy, or quality of life — support and evidence-based options are available.

📞 Book an appointment to talk it through properly.

https://rosedalemedicalpractice.com.au/menopause-care/

16/01/2026

Do I really need to fast for blood tests?

For most routine blood tests, fasting is no longer required.

Modern pathology testing means many checks — including cholesterol, thyroid, kidney and liver function — can be done accurately without fasting.

If fasting is needed, your GP will tell you clearly.
If you weren’t specifically told to fast, it’s usually okay not to.

Small changes like this can make care simpler, more convenient, and easier to follow through.

👉 Read more on our website: https://rosedalemedicalpractice.com.au/do-i-need-to-fast-for-blood-tests/

15/01/2026

🦴 Bone loss is common.
Symptoms are not.

Over 65% of patients scanned at Rosedale showed reduced bone density.

Early detection = better outcomes.
Talk to your GP about bone health today.

14/01/2026

🧠 Told you have fatty liver — but unsure what to do next?

Many people are surprised to learn they have fatty liver after a scan or blood test.
The big question we’re often asked is:

👉 Do I need to see a liver specialist — or can my GP manage this?

We’ve written a clear, practical guide explaining:
• when fatty liver can be managed by your GP
• when a hepatologist review is helpful
• what a specialist assessment actually adds

📖 Read here:
https://rosedalemedicalpractice.com.au/should-people-with-fatty-liver-see-a-liver-specialist/

👩‍⚕️ Dr Judy Chiou, Hepatologist & Gastroenterologist, is now consulting at Rosedale Medical Practice, welcoming referrals and transition of care closer to home.

📄 Referral required — speak with your Rosedale GP.

13/01/2026

🎒 School starts soon. Is your child’s ADHD medication ready?

If prescriptions aren’t organised early, the first weeks back can feel harder than they need to.

We’ve made a clear, parent-friendly guide to help you get ADHD medication sorted before the school rush.

🔗 Read now: https://rosedalemedicalpractice.com.au/adhd-medication-back-to-school-west-pennant-hills/

💡 A few minutes today can save a lot of stress later.

Is your child’s ADHD prescription ready for the new school year? Don’t wait until the last minute. Learn why booking ADHD continuation prescribing now ensures your child starts school with the medication support they need to focus, learn, and thrive in the classroom.

29/12/2025

We’re Open — Just Before the New Year Pause

If you’ve been meaning to book that appointment before the year wraps up, this is your moment.

We’re open for a short window on 30 & 31 December, before closing again for New Year’s Day and 2 January.

We’ll be back to normal hours from 3 January.

💡 Limited appointments available
Dr Stephanie Chiu and Dr Natasha Paul currently have a small number of appointments left on 30 & 31 December — and they’re expected to fill quickly.

⏳ How to book
• Book online via HotDoc
• Or call our reception team for assistance on 02 9680 9644.

Also consulting today / tomorrow with no further appointments: Dr R Michael Crampton, Dr Donna Jenkins

Dr Jaspreet Saini and Dr Nicky Kathuria are currently on leave and will be returning 7 January 2026.

⚡ And finally — as we head into the new year, we’re growing our team to continue to support improved access for our patients.

Some exciting updates are coming soon, and we can’t wait to share them with you.

If something’s been sitting on your to-do list, this may be a good time to take that small next step.

Secure an appointment before the New Year break. Book online or call reception today.

28/12/2025

We’re reopening at 8:00am tomorrow, Monday 29th December 2025.

• Limited on-the-day appointments are available for urgent concerns
• A small number of appointments remain for Tuesday and Wednesday

If you’re planning ahead, we recommend booking early via HotDoc. Download the HotDoc app for the most streamlined experience.

27/12/2025

Trust works both ways.

You trust us with your health.
And part of good care is us learning to trust you too.

If you’re asking for a routine script or a referral you’ve had before, that usually means:
• You know your condition
• You know what’s been agreed
• You know what you need next

And that matters.

At Rosedale, routine requests for scripts and referrals are available around the clock — because healthcare works best when trust flows both ways, not just one.

This isn’t about shortcuts.
It’s about continuity, respect, and systems that recognise real life.

Some things don’t need to be hard.
They just need to work.

Download the app or visit:

Script request: https://www.hotdoc.com.au/request/prescription/intro?defaults=practice-rosedale-medical-practice

Referral request: https://www.hotdoc.com.au/request/referral/intro?defaults=practice-rosedale-medical-practice

26/12/2025

✨ We’re taking a little festive breather! ✨

The team is away celebrating with family, but we’ll be back and ready to care for you at 8:00 am on Monday, Dec 29th.

📅 Need to see a doctor before the year ends?

Dr. Stephanie Chiu and Dr. Natasha Paul have limited spots from Dec 29–31. These go fast, so jump onto our website or HotDoc to grab yours!

🚨 Urgent issues? We save a few emergency slots each morning. These open at 8:00 am sharp daily.

💊 Running low on meds?

Skip the phone queue and request your scripts or referrals through the HotDoc app while we’re away.

🚀 Pro-tip for 2026:

The New Year is the perfect time for a "reset" health check. Our most proactive patients are already booking their long consultations for January. Why not join them?

Stay safe and enjoy the break! 🌟

16/12/2025

TLDR: prunes great for constipation but high FODMAP - an issue for som.

Kiwifruit low FODMAP, great for constipation.

Follow our wonderful dietitian / nutritionist Mary-Anne for more helpful tips.

It was shown that prunes showed the greatest improvement in stool frequency out of the three groups assessed. Participants in both the kiwifruit and prune groups also demonstrated greater changes in stool consistently compared to psyllium. All three groups also reported improvements in straining between baseline and weeks 3 to 4 of treatment.

In conclusion, kiwifruit appears to be a safe and preferred method for treating chronic constipation, as it is low FODMAP and high in vitamin C and fibre. Psyllium husk is also useful, although some participants reported bloating and distension. Prunes may also benefit constipation but they are high in both fibre and sorbitol, therefore making them high FODMAP. Therefore, kiwifruit may be a better first choice for symptom relief in people with IBS-C. 

Further Reading- https://www.monashfodmap.com/blog/research-update-kiwifruit-psyllium-