Ochre Medical Centre Wyalla

01/08/2025

31/07/2025

❤️ This Saturday appointments available with Dr Vian Miran and Nurse Practitioner Helena Maddison.
Call the lovely reception team on 46338700.

29/07/2025

After 8 amazing years, we’re saying goodbye to Dr Harish Rangappa. Your warmth, care, and dedication have meant so much to both our team and patients. You’ve been such a valued part of our practice family, and we’ll truly miss you. Wishing you all the best for this next chapter — thank you for everything! 💙

22/07/2025

Hi there!

This year, I’m taking on Trek the Trail, a two-day, 75km hike to raise vital funds for the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation and support life-changing cancer care in our region.

Every step I take helps fund exercise physiology services at the Regional Cancer Centre, giving patients the support they need to stay strong through treatment and recovery. Cancer changes lives, but so does community – and together, we can make a real difference.

I’d love your support in helping me reach my fundraising goal. Every donation, big or small, will have a lasting impact. Let’s do this!

Hi there! This year, I’m taking on Trek the Trail, a two-day, 75km hike to raise vital funds for the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation and support life-changing cancer care in our region.

21/07/2025

Our staff at Ochre Medical Centre Wyalla care for our patients at their most vulnerable time. Our reception, nursing and Drs deserve to be safe and respected in the workplace. Violence or aggression of any kind is not part of the job.

👉 Acts you may consider 'insignificant' like eye-rolling, sneering, talking down to or raising your voice at staff can all have a major impact on their mental wellbeing and very upsetting to them. To you, it might be a one-off incident, but they might be treated like this every single day and don't deserve it.

Please be kind to our wonderful staff.
They are here to help.
They aren't always perfect and don't always get it right, they are only human. Every single one of them always go well and beyond to help our patients needs and truely do care.

21/07/2025

Now Taking Clients – Telehealth Psychology Appointments Available Australia-wide🌿
Call Ochre Medical Centre Wyalla on 46338700 to book.

Introducing Tina Dart, our caring and insightful Provisional Psychologist at Level One Psychology – now offering Telehealth sessions with no waitlist.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating a life change, or simply need someone to talk to, Tina provides a warm, supportive space grounded in evidence-based care – all from the comfort of your home.

✅ Assessment & treatment
✅ No waitlist
✅ Accessible across Queensland and beyond
✅ Quality, affordable service
Prioritise your wellbeing today – support is just a video call away.

16/07/2025

It’s National Diabetes Week (13–19 July), and this year’s message is clear: prevention matters at every stage.

Whether it’s lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes or helping people with diabetes avoid complications, early action makes a big difference.

Take the time to talk to your GP about risk checks, regular screenings, and support options. Let’s take steps toward a healthier future.

09/07/2025

It’s NAIDOC Week and we are celebrating with our First Nations team members, patients and communities their rich history, diverse cultures and many achievements. Ochre has been very involved with First Nations communities since we were founded in Bourke over 20 years ago. Today, through our medical centres, we provide care to over 12,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, through our recruitment teams we place locum doctors into Aboriginal Medical Services and other health facilities caring for First Nations communities around the country, and we are proud ongoing sponsors of the Australian Federation of Medical Women “Purple Bush Leaves Medicine Bursaries” which provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women with financial support to further their medical careers. After some wonderful NAIDOC events last year, including at our Oakey practice in Queensland (main picture), our program this year culminates with our Walgett practice in Western NSW which on Friday will be hosting a community celebration in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District. This is open to everybody in the area and will including a smoking ceremony, a welcome to country and dancing.

08/07/2025

We were proud to host Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Federal Minister Julie Collins MP, Tasmanian Opposition Leader Dean Winter MP, Member for Clark Ella Haddad MP, and members of their teams this morning at the Ochre Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) we operate in Hobart. The visit included discussion around plans for more UCCs in Tasmania and future funding models for healthcare. The Ochre Medicare UCC is co-located with our Ochre Medical Centre, as well as Capital Chemist, BodyTech Physio and Trusted Smiles Dental, in a Health Hub facility on the corner of Liverpool and Barrack Streets in the Hobart CBD.

03/07/2025

SCAM ALERT - texts claiming to be from HotDoc offering a refund.

We have been made aware of scam text messages impersonating HotDoc being received by patients claiming they are owed a refund and asking them to click a link.

These messages are not legitimate and we advise people not click any links or provide any personal information. If you receive a suspicious message like this relating to a refund, delete it and report it to help@hotdoc.com.au.

If you are a patient and you are ever unsure about a message you receive from us or HotDoc, please contact your clinic directly.

30/06/2025

Cheryn’s Trekking for a Healthier Future

Hi there! This year, our incredible 2IC, Cheryn, is taking on Trek the Trail — a two-day, 75km hike to raise vital funds for the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation and support life-changing cancer care in our region.

Every step Cheryn takes will help fund exercise physiology services at the Regional Cancer Centre, giving patients the strength and support they need during treatment and recovery. Cancer changes lives — but so does community. Together, we can make a real difference.

We’d love your support in helping Cheryn reach her fundraising goal. Every donation, big or small, will have a lasting impact. Let’s get behind her and make this happen!

Hi there! This year, I’m taking on Trek the Trail, a two-day, 75km hike to raise vital funds for the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation and support life-changing cancer care in our region.

24/06/2025

Join us in celebrating Stoma Week, a time to raise awareness and foster understanding about life with a stoma. Whether through medical procedures or as a result of health conditions, stomas are an important part of many people's lives. During this week, we focus on the strength, resilience, and stories of those living with a stoma. Through education, support, and compassion, we aim to create a more inclusive community for all individuals who have undergone stoma surgery. Let’s break down the barriers, dispel myths, and empower each other to live confidently and without shame.

18/06/2025

Ochre Health Medical Wyalla is a busy and compassionate healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. We are currently seeking a friendly, organized, and dependable Medical Receptionist to join our front office team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Greet and check in patients in a professional and courteous manner.

- Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and manage the front desk.

- Maintain patient records and ensure confidentiality.

- Handle administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning, and data entry.

- Assist with patient flow and support clinical staff as needed.

Qualifications:

- Previous experience with Best practice is essential.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

If you are interested in joining an amazing team please email lcass@ochrehealth.com.au

17/06/2025

Today is Bowel Cancer Australia's Red Apple Day (18th of June 2025).

Bowel cancer is one of Australia’s most common cancers - but it’s also one of the most treatable when caught early.

At Ochre, we’re proud to support Bowel Cancer Australia and raise awareness about the importance of early detection, regular screening, and open conversations.

Find out more or donate:
https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/red-apple-day

05/06/2025

Today is Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day – highlighting the importance of the mental health of doctors and all team members across the healthcare sector. A big shoutout to everybody for your amazing resilience, dedication and patient care!

https://www.crazysocks4docs.com.au/

18/05/2025

Today is World Family Doctor Day! Established by WONCA (the World Organization of Family Doctors) to highlight the contribution of GPs to health care systems around the world, this is an excellent opportunity to recognise the wonderful care and leadership provided by doctors across the profession. The Ochre Health Group is honoured to support nearly 500 of those doctors across our 68 medical centres and urgent care clinics around the country in providing nearly 2 million consultations to their patients every year. A big thanks to all of you!

13/05/2025

Today is International Receptionists Day and we’d like to give a big shoutout to the hundreds of receptionists and other support team members across our network of 68 practices and urgent care clinics. Your care, diligence, commitment and teamwork are very much appreciated!

11/05/2025

Today is International Nurses Day, celebrated on the birthday of Florence Nightingale, founder of professional nursing. This year’s theme is “Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies.”, highlighting that a well-supported and healthy nursing workforce plays a key role, not only in improving health systems and ensuring better outcomes for communities, but also in strengthening economies. Ochre has over 250 highly skilled and passionate nurses across our 68 medical centres and urgent care clinics around the country, each providing wonderful support to doctors and their patients. A big thanks to all of you!

06/05/2025

It’s Heart Week, shining a light on heart health around the country.

An Australian suffers a heart attack or stroke every 4 minutes, but heart disease is largely preventable.

We are encouraging everybody “not to miss a beat” in talking to your GP about any risk and your eligibility for a Heart Health Check, as well as getting your blood pressure checked.

A simple conversation could make a life-saving difference!

Book your appointment today at Ochre Health.

Never miss a beat – talk to your doctor today about your risk and your eligibility for a Heart Health Check. An Australian experiences a heart attack or stroke every 4 minutes! Over 2.5 million Australians are officially classified as having a high risk of a heart attack or stroke in the next five...

17/04/2025

Extended video telehealth available Australia-wide this Easter holidays!

To help you stay well this long weekend, Ochre Health is offering extended video telehealth consultations from 9am to 11pm daily, from Good Friday through to Easter Monday.

Whether you’re at home or away, you can connect with a qualified GP for trusted care—when you need it most.

Book online at the link below, or via the Ochre app.

Ochre Anytime provides access to after-hours GP appointments, connecting patients with experienced doctors via virtual consultations for ACT, NSW and QLD.

30/03/2025

We held the Ochre version of the Oscars on Saturday night with our annual Ochre Way National Excellence Awards gala dinner at the InterContinental Hotel Double Bay in Sydney. All of the regional winners of Ochre Way Awards from around the country were invited for a two night escape with their partner or guest that included an activities program featuring the best of the Harbour City, leading up to a memorable evening of delicious food, socialising, live music and prize-giving. Many congratulations to all of the winners…

National Support Team Member of the Year - Marnie Hayes, Scottsdale, TAS

National Practice Manager of the Year - Peter Bradley, Kippax, ACT

Most Innovative Medical Centre - Ochre Medical Centre & Urgent Care Clinic Sippy Downs, QLD

National Nurse of the Year – Ben Jol, Casey ACT

Medical Centre with the Best Health Outcomes - Ochre Medical Centre Smith Street Tamworth, NSW

National GP Supervisor of the Year - Dr Ann Ellacott, Thirroul, NSW

Dennis Pashen National Doctors of the Year - Dr Rebecca Molyneux, Lightning Ridge, NSW and Dr Damian Webb, Oakey & Kingsthorpe, QLD

Founders Award – Dr Yash Charak, Walgett, NSW

They, and all of our other regional award-winning “nominees”, may not be Hollywood celebrities, but they are truly stars in their own communities and across the Ochre network!