24 hour on-call service is available to our existing patients. Should you require medical attention outside of our surgery hours, please contact the clinic on (03) 5625 3000 for further information.
We do not bulk-bill for after-hours service; therefore you will be issued with a private account.
If it is an emergency please call 000 otherwise contact the West Gippsland Hospital on (03) 5623 0611.
Bank Place
Medical Centre
1 Hopetoun Road, Drouin VIC 3818
Phone: (03) 5625 3000
Clinic Hours
Mon – Wed – Fri: 8.30am – 6.00pm
Tue – Thur: 8.30am – 7.00pm
Saturday: 9.00am – 12.00pm
We are currently accepting new patients at Bank Place Medical Centre
New Patients
Up coming events
JUNE
Date
Event
Details
June 20
By purchasing the red apple pin, Australians can help awareness for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.
June 28
Australain Red Nose Day is on the last Friday in June every year, and fundraising helps go towards research relating to SIDS and stillbirth.
June 1-5
Orthoptic Awareness Week
Orthoptic Awareness Week is held each year by the Orthoptic Association of Australia and helps promote the importance of taking care of your eyes with regular eye examinations.
June 1-30
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
Bowel cancer is commonly diagnosed in Australia. It is potentially one of the most preventable cancers through the early detection of abnormalities from screening.
June 1-30
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Awareness Month
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that infects people of all ages and is the leading preventable viral cause of developmental disabilities. CMV Month raises awareness of CMV in an attempt to improve lives and teach people more.
June 3-9
Haemochromatosis Awareness Week
Haemochromatosis Awareness Week raises awareness of haemochromatosis, or inherited iron overload disorder, by teaching communities more about the condition.
June 3-9
Heart Rhythm Week
Arrhythmias are responsible for between 23,000 and 33,000 sudden cardiac arrest deaths each year. Many of these deaths could be avoided with greater public awareness of their risks and symptoms, which is where Heart Rhythm week looks to make a difference.
June 10-16
International Men’s Health Week
International Men’s Health Week promotes awareness of the importance of good health in men, boys and their families.
June 11-17
Infant Mental Health Awareness Week
Infant Mental Health Awareness Week encourages government, industry and consumers to look at the needs of babies and toddlers and to invest in the essential services that support children in their earliest years.
June 14
World Blood Donor Day
World Blood Donor Day aims to remind us all about the importance of blood donation and how much more blood is needed to help all those who need it.
June 19
World Sickle Cell Day
Sickle Cell Disease is an inherited blood disorder where abnormal haemoglobin is produced. World Sickle Cell day was established to raise awareness of the disease, to improve treatment and help find a cure.
June 21
International Day of Yoga
The word ‘yoga’ comes from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite. International Day of Yoga promotes the importance of the union between the body and consciousness to help us all lead a healthier life.
June 29
World Scleroderma Day
Scleroderma is a chronic connective tissue disease. World Scleroderma Day highlights the brave people living with this disease to demand equal treatment and care for people with scleroderma.
JULY
Date
Event
Details
July 7-13
1.1 million Australians live with diabetes. National Diabetes Week is a fundraising event which helps to raise awareness and work towards prevention.
July 28
World Hepatitis Day
With lots of local events, World Hepatitis Day aims to raise awareness in Australia and worldwide of hepatitis.
July 29-August 5
This week-long event aims to promote the critical importance of organ and tissue donation.
July 1-31
Dry July
Dry July is a not-for-profit organisation aimed at improving the lives of adults living with cancer. By giving up alcohol for the month of July, it’s a good opportunity to raise awareness of individual drinking habits and the importance of a healthy, balanced diet and lifestyle.
July 15-21
National Wound Awareness Week
Around 300,000 Australians suffer lower leg ulcers which require regular care. The Australian Wound Management Association works with nurses, doctors and health members to bring about better care for all sufferers, most of whom are elderly.
July 22-28
National Pain Week
National Pain Week aims to contribute to the de-stigmatisation of the experience of chronic pain.
July 30
Gastroschisis Awareness Day
Gastroschisis is a birth defect that causes the intestines to protrude from a hole in the abdomen. There is still a 10% mortality rate due to complications or related defects and infections. The condition affects 1 out of every 2229 babies according to the CDC. Gastroschisis Awareness Day aims to raise awareness of the issue and find solutions.
July 26
Crazy Hair Day
Crazy Hair Day is a day where you go crazy with your hair. This annual fundraising event is organised by Cystic Fibrosis Victoria (CFV) and is a fun way to engage schools, raise awareness and celebrate the start of the new term.
AUGUST
Date
Event
Details
August 1-7
An annual event every first week in August, aiming to highlight the benefits that breastfeeding can bring.
August 6-12
Everyone is encouraged to visit their dentist or find a new one during this yearly event.
August 20-26
Australians will come together to raise awareness about the importance of healthy bones. The event will run over 6 days.
August 1-31
We’ll Make a Change
Through a series of events, business leaders help raise money to support the vital work of CPL and create new opportunities for Queenslanders living with disability.
August 1-31
MS Readathon – One month challenge
The MS Readathon is a reading-based fundraiser run by Multiple Sclerosis Australia (MSA). It encourages people of all ages to read and improve their literacy whilst raising community awareness of those living with MS.
August 2
Jeans for Genes Day is a huge fundraising event for the Children’s Medical Research Institute. The day aims to work towards reducing the number of children born with genetic illnesses.
August 4-10
National EOS Awareness Week
National EOS Awareness Week is a full week that helps raise awareness for Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders in Australia.
August 6
Red Nose Day is the major fundraiser for Red Nose. The funds raised go towards saving the lives of babies and children during pregnancy, birth, infancy and childhood.
August 8
Dying to Know Day
Dying To Know Day is an annual day dedicated to creating conversations about death, dying and bereavement.
August 9-17
Kidney Kar Rally
The Kidney Kar Rally is Kidney Health Australia’s longest running event. Programs are designed to give children with kidney disease the opportunity to socialise and make long term friends.
August 4-10
OCD and Anxiety Disorders Week
Anxiety Disorders week is an awareness week dedicated to OCD and Anxiety Disorder sufferers.
August 20
World Mosquito Day
World Mosquito Day commemorates British doctor Sir Ronald Ross’s 1897 discovery of the link between female mosquitoes and malaria.
August 23
Daffodil Day
Daffodil Day is a well-known fundraising event in Cancer Council’s calendar, helping support all Australians affected by cancer.
August 25
Unity Walk & Run
The Unity Walk is a great opportunity to raise money and enjoy a day out with family and friends, raising money for all those affected by Parkinson’s.
August 25
The Bloody Long Walk
The Bloody Long Walk is a 35km walking challenge in Melbourne that raises money to find a cure for Mitochondrial disease (mito).
August 25-31
Speech Pathology Week
Speech Pathology Week raises awareness about swallowing disorders, as well as the work of speech pathologists.
August 30
Tracky Dack Day
On the last Friday in August, you can wear tracksuit pants – ‘trackies’ – to help fundraise for sick kids.
August 31
International Overdose Awareness Day
The day commemorates those lost to overdoses and the families affected. It also raises awareness about overdosing and looks at what preventative measures can be taken.
SEPTEMBER
Date
Event
Details
September 1-30
Events run throughout September globally, aiming to highlight the brave children living with cancer and the community that supports them.
September 1-30
Dementia month runs from 1 September to 30 September every year and is organised each year by Alzheimer’s Australia.
September 2-6
Founder Dr Jean Hailes holds a week of events aimed at encouraging women to prioritize their health.
September 12
The yearly event encourages Australians to ask, ‘Are you ok’? to help address mental health issues both inside and outside of work.
September 20
The Australian event is held on the first Friday of August each year and aims to raise funds to support kids with a genetic disease.
September 1-30
Footy Colours Day
Footy Colours Day occurs in September and encourages Australians to wear their favourite football team’s colours to help raise money for children living with cancer.
September 1
Gold Bow Day
The ATF Gold Bow Day aims to teach more about thyroid cancer and gives support to those affected by thyroid cancer undergoing Radio-Active Iodine Treatment.
September 1-7
National Asthma Week
Throughout the week, lots of activities are organised to increase awareness of asthma to communities and help people manage asthma.
September 1-7
Spina Bifida Awareness Week
Spina Bifida Awareness Week aims to promote awareness of the disease that affects around 5,000 Australians.
September 1-30
Big Heart Appeal
The Big Heart Appeal helps raise money for the Heart Foundation, which works to save lives and improve health by funding cardiovascular research, informing the public and assisting people with cardiovascular disease.
September 1-30
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is held throughout September and encourages men to get regular prostate checks.
September 1-30
Blue September
Blue September is a nationwide awareness and fundraising initiative which raises awareness of all the cancers that affect men, including prostate, testicular, bowel, lung, liver, pancreatic and other cancers. It also encourages men to make better lifestyle choices and seek help sooner rather than later.
September 1-30
Dystonia Awareness Month
Dystonia is a neurological Movement condition which causes uncontrollable movements, twisting and muscles spasms as well as pain. Dystonia Awareness Month raises awareness about the disease and what can be done to help sufferers.
September 1-30
Liptember
Liptember raises funds and promotes awareness for women’s mental health for the whole of September. All funds raised are given to the Centre for Women’s Health and Lifeline.
September 1-30
Starlight Movie Month
By buying a specially marked Starlight DVD, you’ll be giving money to raise funds for seriously ill children and their families.
September 2-8
Idiopathic Hypersomnia Awareness Week
Idiopathic Hypersomnia Awareness Week raises awareness and aims to teach the public more about Idiopathic Hypersomnia.
September 2-8
Spinal Injury Awareness Week
Spinal Injury Awareness Week raises awareness about those living with spinal cord injuries.
September 2-8
National Stroke Week
Strokes are Australia’s second single greatest killer, with over 60,000 strokes occurring each year. National Stroke Week gives the community to get involved, raise money and support the national campaign.
September 4
PKD Awarenesss Day
PKD Awareness Day raises awareness for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), which is the most common life-threatening genetic disorder of the kidneys. It affects around 1 in 1000 people and around 25,000 Australians.
September 6
World Duchenne Awareness Day
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is a severe muscle-wasting condition that affects one in every 3,500 boys. The day helps raise awareness for those with the condition as well as families affected.
September 8
Kidney Health Research Walk
Dress in red attire, fancy dress or run to support Australians affected by kidney disease. Walks are held across Australia for anyone to get involved in.
September 9
International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day (FASDAY)
On the ninth day of the ninth month every year, people from all over the world gather for events to raise awareness about the dangers of alcohol use during pregnancy.
September 12
National Health and Physical Education Day
National Health and Physical Education (HPE) Day raises awareness of Health and Physical Education in school. It’s a great opportunity to get classes outside and doing some exercise.
September 15
Lyme Gladiolus Day
The Karl McManus Foundation holds Lyme Gladiolus Day to raise awareness of Lyme disease in Australia. The day raises funds to go towards research into Lyme disease in Australia and helps raise public awareness of the disease.
September 16-22
Herbal Medicine Week
Herbal Medicine Week is a week celebrating the healthy use of herbal medicines. This annual event is held by the National Herbalists Association of Australia.
September 21
World Alzheimer’s Day
World Alzheimer’s Day brings together the efforts of all the Alzheimer’s organisations to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and dementia.
September 26
Mesothelioma Awareness Day
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that develops in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart. The day raises awareness about the condition and makes positive steps towards prevention and care.
September 29
World Heart Day
Cardiovascular diseases are the world’s biggest killers. World Heart Day encourages us all to take care of our hearts.
OCTOBER
Date
Event
Details
October 1-31
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Australia’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month provides people with the chance to focus on breast cancer and its impact. Share stories, speak to family and get important information out to family, friends and colleagues.
October 1
World Vegetarian Day
World Vegetarian Day, October 1, kicks off Vegetarian Awareness Month, helping make a difference by teaching others about the positives of vegetarianism.
October 1-31
Great Cycle Challenge Australia
Great Cycle Challenge encourages people of all ages and fitness levels to get on their bikes and ride to fight kids’ cancer.
October 1-31
Lupus Awareness Month
Lupus Awareness Month highlights the need for more awareness and financial support for Lupus, which is a potentially fatal disease affecting nearly 6 million people across the world.
October 1-31
Ocsober
Ocsober is a fundraising initiative that encourages people to give up alcohol for the whole of October.
October 1-31
Dyslexia Awareness Month
Dyslexia Awareness Month raises awareness and helps teach people more about Dyslexia with events like Light it Red for Dyslexia.
October 4
Odd Socks Day
Odd socks day is a light-hearted way to remind people that we can all have an odd day. The day attempts to tackle stigma around mental illness.
October 4-11
National Amputee Awareness Week
The week raises awareness of amputees and people living with congenital limb differences throughout Australia.
October 5-11
Mental Health Week
Mental Health Week is an annual national awareness event held in October every year. The aim is to raise awareness of the importance of mental health and wellbeing in the wider community, to increase community awareness and education about mental health issues and to encourage participation in life-enhancing lifestyles
October 11
Headspace Day
#headspaceday is about ensuring young people have access to mental health services no matter where they live in Australia.
October 10
World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day raises public awareness of mental health issues and promotes greater understanding of its effect on individuals and the wider community.
October 10
World Sight Day
World Sight Day raises public awareness on blindness and low vision, providing an opportunity to educate people more about the causes of blindness and preventative measures.
October 12
World Arthritis Day
International Arthritis Day brings arthritis sufferers together and gives them a voice to be heard.
October 13-19
Bleeding Disorders Awareness Week
This week awareness about inherited bleeding disorders such as haemophilia and von Willebrand disease.
October 15
Wellness Walk & Festival
The walk raises awareness for mental illness and promotes the importance of community and togetherness by bringing people together from all backgrounds.
October 15
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remeberance Day
International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day occurs every October. Parents and families across Australia have the opportunity to honour their babies who passed away from stillbirth, miscarriage or postnatal causes.
October 15-21
National Nutrition Week
National Nutrition Week encourages Australians to make healthy food and lifestyle choices.
October 18
Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Awareness Day
Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Awareness Day promotes greater awareness for DLD, which affects how a person thinks about, understands and uses language. A person with DLD is at high risk of incarceration and suicide. This important day looks at educating the public more about the condition.
October 20
World Osteoporosis Day
World Osteoporosis Day takes place every year on October 20, and involves lots of campaigns by national osteoporosis patient societies from around the world.
October 20-26
National Week of Deaf People (NWDP)
Deaf Australia organises events through a week long period in October, which focuses on celebrating the Deaf community in Australia.
October 24
World Polio Day
World Polio Day highlights the importance of the global eradication of polio.
NOVEMBER
Date
Event
Details
November 30
Movemember raises awareness of men’s health issues and is a fun way to raise money for a good cause.
November 14
World Diabetes Day takes place in more than 160 countries, making it the world’s largest diabetes awareness campaign.
November 1-30
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Lung Cancer Awareness Month helps raise awareness about lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer deaths in Australia. The month sees a range of community events and activities taking place to raise funds.
November 1
International Drug Users Day
International Drug Users Day aims to raise awareness and increase action to address the needs of people who use drugs.
November 10-16
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week
Perinatal Depression & Anxiety Awareness Week was established by PANDA in 2005. Since then PANDA has helping raise awareness about perinatal anxiety and depression, including what to look for and where you can seek support.
November 11-18
Alopecia Awareness Week
Alopecia Awareness Week raises both awareness and funds to provide wigs to children affected by Alopecia.
November 12
World Pneumonia Day
World Pneumonia Day raises awareness of pneumonia as a public health issue and works to stop preventable child deaths from pneumonia.
November 12-18
Antibiotic Awareness Week
Antibiotic Awareness Week is an annual, global event which discusses the significance of antibiotic resistance. The week encourages people to use antibiotics responsibly and only when necessary.
November 17
World Prematurity Day
This day raises awareness of babies born prematurely.
November 20
World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day
More commonly known as chronic bronchitis or emphysema, WCOPDD raises awareness of the prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
DECEMBER
Date
Event
Details
December 1
World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day is a globally recognised event that takes place on 1 December. The day raises awareness about the issues and concerns surrounding HIV and AIDS. It’s also a day for people to show their support for people living with HIV and to remember those who have died.
December 1-31
Decembeard
Decembeard Australia encourages men to grow a beard in December to raise awareness for bowel cancer. The disease affects 1 in 10 Aussie men making it Australia’s second biggest cancer killer.
December 3
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
The International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is celebrated every year in Australia on December 3rd to acknowledge the incredible contribution people of all abilities make to the community.
EHealth
FLUVAX – CALL NOW TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT Appointments for a flu vaccination can be made with our practice nurse. A fee of $20 will apply; though eligible patients (see below) will not be charged. Patients eligible to receive a free government supplied flu vaccine, are: all individuals aged 65 years and over Flu Vaccine
The period of peak influenza circulation is typically June to September
Vaccine protection is generally expected to last all season but optimal protection occurs within the 3 – 4 months after vaccination
It is never to late to vaccinate
Olivia’s Place exists to support mums and dads at any stage of pregnancy, from learning you are pregnant, throughout your pregnancy and birth and then through your baby’s first 12 months. Contact details: Phone: Email: Website: Postal Address: Where to find us:Parent Support
(03) 5622 1022 An answering machine is attached to the phone and is checked regularly including out of hours, so please leave a message if the phone is unattended.
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