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David Guest began his medical practice in the Northern Rivers as a solo practitioner and became a founding General Practitioner at Goonellabah Medical Centre in 1997. His planned retirement from clinical practice is June 2023. He will be missed by both patients and staff. We wish him well in his new endeavours.
Heart Health Week
1-7 May 2023
Heart Health Week is a reminder to make an appointment for a heart checkup with your GP.
Healthy food and regular exercise helps keep your heart in shape.
Get your blood pressure check as well as your cholesterol, blood sugar and other important parameters.
Find more information on the Heart Foundation website here.
According to NSW Health, cases of ‘flu’ (influenza) are expected to increase in 2023 compared to the previous year. It is important to get your flu vaccination to help protect yourself. Some people are eligible for free flu vaccinations – and remember there is a special version for people 65 years and over to provide extra immunity.
Call us for an appointment on 0266 250000 .
[Please note: Any patients wanting to have a Pfizer COVID booster at the same time as their Flu vaccination would need to see their doctor first to check eligibilty and availability of stock.]
We wish you a very happy and safe Easter. GMC is closed over Easter from Friday 7 April to Monday 10 April 2023 inclusively. To all our patients - if you need medical assistance, you can contact the doctor on call at 0266 250047. If you have a life threatening emergency, please call 000.
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