Belgian Gardens Medical Centre

21/03/2026

💙 Your kidneys work quietly in the background, but their health matters every day.

Chronic kidney disease often develops without obvious symptoms, which is why regular check-ups are so important.

⚠️ You may be at higher risk if you have:
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Heart disease
• A family history of kidney disease
• Are over 60

🔍 Simple tests through your GP can help assess your kidney health, including:
✔ Blood tests
✔ Urine tests
✔ Blood pressure checks

At Belgian Gardens Medical Centre, we focus on:
• Preventative health screening
• Chronic disease management
• Personalised care plans
• Ongoing support — all under one roof

💬 Looking after your health today can help prevent complications tomorrow.

📍 Belgian Gardens Health Hub
📞 07 4771 6666
💻 Book online via HotDoc

💙 Supporting your health at every stage of life

19/03/2026

💛 It’s more than “just period pain”

Endometriosis affects 1 in 9 Australian women, yet many go years without a diagnosis.

At Belgian Gardens Medical Centre, we understand that:
✔ Painful periods are not something you should just “push through”
✔ Symptoms can be complex and often misunderstood
✔ Early support and investigation can make a real difference

Common symptoms can include:

• Pelvic pain (often severe)
• Pain during or after periods
• Pain with in*******se
• Fatigue
• Fertility challenges

💬 You don’t have to navigate this alone.
If something doesn’t feel right — it’s worth checking.

💛 Because being heard matters.

📍 Belgian Gardens Health Hub, 23 Bundock Street, Belgian Gardens
📞 07 4771 6666
💻 Book online via HotDoc
📧 help@bgmc.com.au

12/03/2026

🌍 World Kidney Day | Protect Your Kidney Health

Your kidneys work quietly in the background every day — filtering waste, balancing fluids and helping control blood pressure.

But kidney disease often has no symptoms in the early stages.

In Australia, 1 in 10 people have signs of chronic kidney disease, and many don’t realise it.

You may be at higher risk if you have:
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Heart disease
• A family history of kidney disease
• Smoking history
• Are over 60

The good news?
Simple blood and urine tests can detect kidney problems early.

Early detection allows us to manage risk factors, protect kidney function and prevent long-term complications.

👩‍⚕️ If you have risk factors or haven’t had a health check recently, speak with your GP.

📞 07 4771 6666
📍 Belgian Gardens Medical Centre
Book online via HotDoc

We are a private billing medical practice, with male and female GPs, dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare to your whole family.

25/02/2026

Weekdays busy? We’ve got you.

Belgian Gardens Medical Centre offers Saturday GP appointments — the same doctors, the same nursing support, just at a time families can actually attend.

Perfect for:
• workers and uni students
• school-age kids
• minor illness that can’t wait until Monday
• scripts & medical certificates

No urgent care queues.
No taking time off work.

Just normal GP care — on a Saturday.

📞 07 4771 6666
Or book online via HotDoc
📍Belgian Gardens Health Hub

16/02/2026

Healthcare shouldn’t feel fragmented.

At Belgian Gardens Medical Centre, your GP isn’t working alone — they’re fully supported by our allied health team right here on site.

That means fewer referrals across town, less waiting, and better communication between your care providers.

We offer coordinated care with:

• Physiotherapist — pain, injury & mobility
• Psychologist — mental health & emotional wellbeing
• Dietician — nutrition, diabetes & gut health
• Mental Health Social Worker — practical and emotional support
• Chronic Disease Management Nurse — ongoing care plans & support

Modern, general practice — connected, preventative, and centred around you.

📍 23 Bundock Street, Belgian Gardens
📞 07 4771 5666
💻 Book online via HotDoc

08/02/2026

Feeling “off”… but can’t quite explain why?

Many people live with thyroid problems for months — even years — before realising something medical is causing it.

The thyroid is a small gland in your neck, but it controls a surprising number of body functions — including your energy, metabolism, mood and temperature regulation.

You might notice:
• Constant fatigue
• Unexpected weight changes
• Hair thinning
• Feeling cold when others aren’t
• Brain fog or poor concentration
• Low mood or anxiety
• Irregular periods

Because symptoms develop gradually, they’re often mistaken for stress, ageing, or just being busy.

The good news?
A simple blood test can often check your thyroid function.

If something hasn’t felt right for a while, it’s worth a conversation.

📞 07 4771 6666
📍 Belgian Gardens Medical Centre
👩‍⚕️ Book online via HotDoc

07/02/2026

FREE Flu Vaccines for all Queenslanders extended this year.

MARCH to SEPTEMBER!

Flu Clinics will be available, but please remember that we are only in February……

The state government has confirmed it’s extending its free flu jab program for another year, which will run from March to September.

It’ll include the option of a needle-free, nasal spray vaccination, for children aged two to five years.

Health Minister Tim Nicholls says the program is intended to reduce needle distress.

👉 Read the full story by Jack McKay via the link in our bio or download the ABC NEWS app.

04/02/2026

📆 Standard Consultation vs Long Consultation

Understanding the right consult helps your GP give you the time and care you need — without feeling rushed.

✔️ Standard consult $98.00 ($43.90 rebate)
Best for one main issue, scripts, referrals, quick follow-ups or medical certificates.

✔️ Long consult $180.00 ($84.90 rebate)
Ideal for multiple concerns, mental health support, chronic conditions or health assessments.

💡 The right appointment = better care and better conversations.

Still unsure? Our friendly team is always happy to help.

📞 4771 6666
💻 Book online anytime

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Belgian Gardens Medical Centre
Your care, done properly 💚

03/02/2026

🩺 VR GP Wanted – Practise Medicine, Enjoy Your Life

Full-time or Part-time | Flexible sessions

We’re seeking a VR General Practitioner to join our newly built, purpose-designed Health Hub in Belgian Gardens, right in the heart of Townsville, North Queensland.

If you’re craving great medicine without the city grind, this is your opportunity to enjoy meaningful work and an unbeatable lifestyle.

Why doctors choose us (and stay):

✨ New, modern consult rooms
✨ Strong, established patient demand
✨ Full nursing & experienced admin support
✨ On-site allied health — true multidisciplinary care
✨ Flexible sessions to suit family, lifestyle or study
✨ Privately owned, doctor-supportive clinic
✨ Competitive percentage + mixed billing options
✨ Collegial, respectful culture

Why Townsville / NQ?

🌴 Short commutes, less traffic stress
🌴 Affordable & family-friendly living
🌴 Outdoor lifestyle all year round
🌴 A welcoming, community-focused patient base

Whether you’re relocating, escaping burnout, or simply want a better balance, we’d love to talk.

📍 Location: Belgian Gardens, Townsville
🕒 Positions: Full-time or Part-time

Confidential enquiries welcome:
📞 Phone: 4771 6666
📧 Email: Chloe at manager@bgmc.com.au

We are a private billing medical practice, with male and female GPs, dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare to your whole family.

02/02/2026

🦵 Ongoing pain that just won’t settle?

If you’ve been dealing with heel, shoulder, elbow, hip or knee pain for weeks (or months) — even after rest, physio or pain relief — Shockwave Therapy may help.

Shockwave therapy uses targeted sound waves to stimulate healing in stubborn tendon and soft-tissue injuries where the body has stalled.

✨ Commonly used for:

• Heel pain / plantar fasciitis

• Tennis or golfer’s elbow

• Shoulder tendon pain

• Hip pain (can’t lie on that side)

• Achilles or knee tendon pain

Shockwave is usually considered when pain has been present for 6+ weeks and other treatments haven’t worked.

✔ Non-surgical

✔ No injections

✔ Short treatment sessions

✔ Little to no downtime

📍 Available at our GP clinic on a Monday morning with Dr Elizabeth Stawleski

📞 Speak with your GP to see if it’s suitable for you

Private treatment. Not suitable for all conditions.

01/02/2026

💙 Why does high blood pressure matter?

High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but over time it can quietly cause serious damage to the body — that’s why it’s known as the “silent killer.”

Unchecked high BP can affect:
• ❤️ Heart – heart attack, heart failure
• 🧠 Brain – stroke, memory problems
• 🧂 Kidneys – kidney disease
• 👀 Eyes – vision loss
• 🩸 Blood vessels – hardening of the arteries

🌿 Lifestyle changes are often the first step
Small changes can make a big difference:
• Reduce salt
• Exercise regularly
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Limit alcohol
• Quit smoking
• Manage stress

💊 If lifestyle changes aren’t enough — or blood pressure is significantly high — medication may be needed to protect your organs long-term.

✨High blood pressure is very common and very treatable, especially when picked up early.

📍 Book a blood pressure check with your GP at Belgian Gardens Medical Centre — your health is worth checking in on.

25/01/2026