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Tallowwood Health is a fully accredited, modern general practice providing high-quality, patient-centred care. Proudly serving the Tamworth region since 1892 with experienced GPs and a friendly, experienced team.

Please do not try and contact the practice via this page. To contact us, please call us on 6766 6166. Doctors working from Barton Lane Practice
Dr. Matthew Chan
Dr. David Lockart
Dr. Matthew Nguyen
Dr. Daniel Rankmore
Dr. Douglas Rutherford
Dr. Sarah Spencer

09/04/2026

💉 Flu Vaccinations Now Available! 💉

Stay well and keep those around you healthy this flu season.

Why get vaccinated?
• Cuts your risk of flu by 50–90%
• Helps prevent spreading it to friends, family & vulnerable people
• Protects against severe illness and complications

Undecided about the flu vaccine? Here’s what to consider: If you choose to vaccinate, you may experience mild side effects for 1–2 days. 💉 If you catch the flu, it could mean a week in bed, or longer if complications like lung infections occur, and in some cases, hospitalisation may be necessary. 🤒 We recommend getting the 2026 influenza vaccine before potential exposure. A sore arm is minor compared to the risks of illness. Annual vaccination before the onset of influenza season is recommended for all individuals 6 months of age and older.

Influenza vaccine is funded under the NIP for:
• Children 6 months to under 5 years
• Adults 65 years and over
• People 5–64 years at higher risk, including pregnant women, First Nations people, and those with certain medical conditions

FluMist® (Nasal Flu Vaccine) 👃
• Optional needle-free nasal spray for children 2 to under 18 years
• NIP-funded only for ages 2 to under 5
• Ages 5 to under 18: available via private GP script (fees apply)
• Not available for children under 2 years (injection only)

We continue to offer the injectable vaccine as standard. FluMist is an optional alternative and can be requested, please let your GP or nurse know your preference. Both options provide reliable, strong protection against circulating strains.

Timing: Flu season typically peaks June to September. Vaccination from April to June provides optimal protection (lasting 3–4 months), but it’s never too late to vaccinate. 🫶🌿

📞 Please give us a call on (02) 6766 6166
🌐 Or book online via our website: www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au

02/04/2026

Hoppy Easter from all of us at Tallowwood Health! 🐰🌸

Wishing you a relaxing long weekend filled with chocolates, sunshine, and time with loved ones. Stay safe and enjoy! 🐣🌿

31/03/2026

With the Easter long weekend just around the corner 🐰, we know things can get busy. So this is a gentle reminder to organise any scripts, referrals, or appointments you might need for this long weekend.

Tallowwood Health will be closed from Good Friday (3rd April) through to Easter Monday, reopening on Tuesday 7th April.

Wishing you and your family a safe and restful Easter, and a little time to enjoy the sweet things 🍫🫶

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
📞 (02) 6766 6166
📍 Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth

17/03/2026

🌏🧡 Harmony Week at Tallowwood Health 🧡🌎

Harmony Week is a time to recognise and celebrate the diversity that makes Australia such a strong and welcoming community.

Australia is proudly one of the world’s most multicultural countries. More than half of Australians were either born overseas or have at least one parent who was born overseas. These cultures, experiences, and traditions enrich our communities every day.

At Tallowwood Health, we’re proud to care for people from many different backgrounds and communities. We believe everyone deserves to feel welcomed, respected, and valued.

This week, you may notice people wearing orange, a simple way to show support for cultural diversity and an inclusive Australia. 🧡

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
📞 (02) 6766 6166
📍 Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth

07/03/2026

Today we recognise International Women's Day🌿👏

At Tallowwood Health, we’re fortunate to work alongside incredible women every day in our clinic, behind the scenes, and across our wider community. Their leadership, compassion and dedication play a big part in the care we provide and the culture we’re proud of. 👩‍⚕️🫶

In healthcare, we see firsthand the many roles women hold, as part of our Tallowwood team, as doctors, nurses, carers, mothers, daughters. Their work is often quiet, often steady, and always impactful. 🌿

Today we celebrate the women who shape our practice, and the many women in our community who trust us with their care, each with their own story, challenges and achievements. 💚

20/02/2026

We’re excited to welcome Dr Saman Shaker (Dr Sam) to the team at Tallowwood Health 👏

Dr Sam has joined us with trauma training from South Africa 🇿🇦 and has spent the past two years working at Tamworth Base Hospital 🏥. He has a strong interest in emergency medicine and frontline care.

Outside of medicine, Dr Sam is the vocalist and guitarist for his band Nostromo 🎸, a heavy, genre-blending group influenced by Queens of the Stone Age, Soundgarden, and The Beatles. They’ve performed during our Country Music Festival 🎶 and Tamworth Pride Inc’s Fair Day 🌈. He also enjoys playing volleyball and soccer.

Dr Sam will be consulting on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 🗓️.

Welcoming both new and established patients. 💚🌱

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
📞 (02) 6766 6166
📍 Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth

18/02/2026

💉 Flu Vaccinations for Your Workplace 💉

Flu season is coming up, and unfortunately sometimes, it doesn’t take much for illness to move through a workplace. Offering flu vaccinations is a simple way to help keep your team well and minimise disruption over the colder months. It’s also a practical way to support your team's health.

At Tallowwood Health, we provide flexible Workplace Flu Vaccination options that are easy to organise and run smoothly for businesses of all sizes and work hours.

1️⃣ On-site clinic:
One of our experienced Registered Nurses comes to your workplace and administers vaccinations on-site.
• Nurse attendance fee (charged per hour)
• Vaccine fee per employee (charged per vaccine given)

Vaccinations usually take around five minutes per person, keeping disruption to the workday to a minimum.

2️⃣ Vaccination vouchers:
Each staff member receives a voucher to book their flu shot at Tallowwood Health at a time that suits them.
• Charged per voucher issued (fee includes the vaccine)

👉 For businesses with five or fewer staff, the voucher option is generally the more cost-effective choice.

Flu season can sometimes place extra pressure on workplaces, a little planning ahead can help things run more smoothly during flu season.

If you’d like more information or would like to arrange a clinic, please feel free to get in touch with our team on (02) 6766 6166.

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
📞 (02) 6766 6166
📍 Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth

10/02/2026

After years of closed books, we’re delighted to share that several of our GPs at Tallowwood Health are now welcoming new patients: Dr Ephraim Leynes, Dr Roveena John, Dr Emma Simmons, Dr Visu, and Dr Sam 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️. We feel very lucky to have such a kind and experienced group of doctors in our Tallowwood family, caring for our community 💛🏥.

If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please call us on (02) 6766 6166. We look forward to caring for you and your family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
📞 (02) 6766 6166
📍121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth

03/02/2026

Today on World Cancer Day🎗️, we reflect on the many people and families affected by cancer. It reminds us of the courage, resilience, and hope seen every day.

Every experience with cancer is different. It is more than just a diagnosis, behind each one is a story of grief, pain, healing, strength, and love. 🌱

Every step toward awareness is a step closer to the cure. 💚

03/02/2026

A huge congratulations to our nurse Leanne on 10 years with us at Tallowwood Health 🎉💙

Your kindness, care, and commitment mean so much to our patients and our team. We’re so grateful to have you, thank you for everything you do 🤍

Congratulations on this huge milestone! 👏

02/02/2026

We’re pleased to introduce Dr Visu Narayanan to our Tallowwood Health family. Dr Visu graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2020 🎓 and completed his internship and residency with the Central Coast Local Health District, working across Gosford and Wyong Hospitals 🏥. He then spent two years at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in intensive care, caring for some of the community’s most unwell patients and refining his skills in critical care 🩺

Dr Visu is passionate about holistic, patient-centred care, using evidence-based medicine with a strong focus on prevention and helping patients make informed decisions about their health 💬

Outside the clinic, he enjoys staying active, exploring the outdoors 🌿, and relaxing with a good cup of coffee ☕

Dr Visu will be consulting full days Monday to Thursday, and Friday mornings 🩺 We’re so glad to have him join the team. Welcome, Dr Visu!

Dr Visu now available for new patients! ✨

30/12/2025

✨ Now Welcoming New Patients ✨

Tallowwood Health Tamworth is now accepting new patients. Our books are officially open!

Currently, Dr Ephraim Leynes, Dr Roveena John, and Dr Emma Simmons are taking on new patients and welcoming individuals and families seeking ongoing, local healthcare.

If you’d like to make an appointment, please call us or drop in to have a chat with our friendly team. We’re proud to be part of the Tamworth community and look forward to welcoming you to Tallowwood Health.

📞 (02) 6766 6166
📍 121 Johnston Street, Ground Floor, Tamwell Building, Tamworth
🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au

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121 Johnston Street
Tamworth, NSW
2340

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http://www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au/

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