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In the interest of our patients and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, The Bermagui Medical Centre requests that patients only contact the surgery by phone on 6493 4903 for appointments. This applies to all attendances. Please do not attend the surgery without phoning beforehand If you believe that you may have COVID-19, have been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 or you are having respiratory symptoms please contact the surgery by phone for advice. Information on self-isolation and other community precautions can be found at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au After hours health advice is available from HealthDirect on 1800 022 222 The National Coronavirus Health Information Line is 1800 020 080 For credible updates and information we recommend http://www.health.nsw.gov.au

 

Mental Health Consultations

Mental Health Consultations for people affected by the fires are bulk billed. If you are in a crisis please call 1800 011 511. Number available 24/7

 

COVID 19 VACCINES

The planning for the COVID 19 Vaccinations is still a work in progress as the Government are still working on the details. In Narooma, as we are currently a Respiratory Clinic for COVID 19 testing, we have been approved to be a Vaccine Centre, starting with Phase 1b and will be a priority for vaccine delivery in our area when they become available. We intend to run drive through clinics in both Narooma and Bermagui to deliver the vaccines to the community and we endeavour to update everyone as soon as possible. The annual Flu Vaccine Clinics will be run in a similar fashion, but please be aware that it is recommended that there be a 14-day gap between COVID 19 and Fluvax, and as such we will not be administering both vaccines on the same day.

 

Emergency Clinic

In accordance with COVID 19 restrictions, the Emergency Clinic will not be available at The Bermagui Medical Centre until further notice. Assessment and swabbing for COVID 19 is available at the respiratory clinic at The Lighthouse Surgery by appointment

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Our aim is to provide the best holistic and patient centred health care on the south coast. Team work and supporting each other are our strengths.

Our focus is very much centred on preventative health care, however, as we do not have access to a hospital in Bermagui, our team are used to dealing with all types of acute situations and often become the first port of call for our patients in an emergency.

COVID 19 Vaccines

The planning for the COVID 19 Vaccinations is still a work in progress as the Government are still working on the details.
In Narooma, as we are currently a Respiratory Clinic for COVID 19 testing, we have been approved to be a Vaccine Centre, starting with Phase 1b and will be a priority for vaccine delivery in our area when they become available. We intend to run drive through clinics in both Narooma and Bermagui to deliver the vaccines to the community and we endeavour to update everyone as soon as possible.
The annual Flu Vaccine Clinics will be run in a similar fashion, but please be aware that it is recommended that there be a 14-day gap between COVID 19 and Fluvax, and as such we will not be administering both vaccines on the same day. Follow up clinic dates will be available for both the second COVID 19 vaccination and the Fluvax. Follow up clinic dates will be available for both the second COVID 19 vaccination and the Fluvax.

Please Note: We have not started a wait list for either the COVID 19 vaccine or the Fluvax

Below you will find links with both a copy of the intended roll out schedule, as well as some FAQ’s to hopefully help in the meantime

https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/2021/01/australia-s-covid-19-vaccine-national-roll-out-strategy.pdf

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/covid-19-vaccination

https://www.ncirs.org.au/covid-19/covid-19-vaccines-frequently-asked-questions

NSW Health isolation guidelines for suspected COVID-19 infection

For all the latest updates and guidelines for anyone experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 please click the following link  http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/covid-19/pages/release-from-isolation.aspx

Patient Support

We encourage patients to participate in decisions about their health care. Our GPs value patient input in providing care based on individual needs. We offer interpreter services, patient transport, tax & medical subsidies.

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Respiratory Clinic

On Monday 11th May 2020, The Lighthouse Surgery will open as a Department of Health COVID 19 Respiratory Clinic.

The respiratory clinic will help the local health care services – taking the pressure off hospitals and general practices by providing dedicated treatment to people with mild-to-moderate symptoms of fever or sore throat, cough, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Entry to the Clinic will be at the rear of the building and is completely seperate from the surgery itself. Opening hours will be 1pm-5pm Monday to Friday initially, but may extend if required. The Respiratory Clinic is available to everyone, not just patients of the Lighthouse Surgery or Bermagui Medical Centre. To book a test please follow one of the following options:

  1. Go to https://www.hotdoc.com.au/search?in=sydney-NSW-2000&purpose=respiratory&where=service:respiratory
  2.  Call the National Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080
  3. Call the Lighthouse Surgery on 4476 2999

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  • Local children’s immunisations
  • Local children’s birthday medicals
  • Palliative care

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Jan 22
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COVID 19 Vaccines

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The planning for the COVID 19 Vaccinations is still a work in progress as the Government are still working on the details.
In Narooma, as we are currently a Respiratory Clinic for COVID 19 testing, we have been approved to be a Vaccine Centre, starting with Phase 1b and will be a priority for vaccine delivery in our area when they become available. We intend to run drive through clinics in both Narooma and Bermagui to deliver the vaccines to the community and we endeavour to update everyone as soon as possible.
The annual Flu Vaccine Clinics will be run in a similar fashion, but please be aware that it is recommended that there be a 14-day gap between COVID 19 and Fluvax, and as such we will not be administering both vaccines on the same day. Follow up clinic dates will be available for both the second COVID 19 vaccination and the Fluvax. Follow up clinic dates will be available for both the second COVID 19 vaccination and the Fluvax.

Please Note: We have not started a wait list for either the COVID 19 vaccine or the Fluvax

Below you will find links with both a copy of the intended roll out schedule, as well as some FAQ’s to hopefully help in the meantime

https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/2021/01/australia-s-covid-19-vaccine-national-roll-out-strategy.pdf

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/covid-19-vaccination

https://www.ncirs.org.au/covid-19/covid-19-vaccines-frequently-asked-questions

Mar 13
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Coronavirus (COVID 19)

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In the interest of our patients and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, The Bermagui Medical Centre requests that patients only contact the surgery by phone on 6493 4903 for appointments. This applies to all attendances, including the emergency clinic. Please do not attend the surgery without phoning beforehand

If you believe that you may have COVID-19, have been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 or you are having respiratory symptoms please contact the surgery by phone for advice. Information on self-isolation and other community precautions can be found at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au

After hours health advice is available from HealthDirect on 1800 022 222

The National Coronavirus Health Information Line is 1800 020 080
For credible updates and information we recommend http://www.health.nsw.gov.au

Jul 02
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National Immunisation Program Schedule changes

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From the 1st of July 2018, The National Immunisation Program (NIP) schedule have implemented changes to the Childhood Immunisation Schedule to improve protection against meningococcal, pneumococcal and haemophilus influenzae type B diseases. The changes include:

  • At 12 months of age, children will receive a meningococcal ACWY vaccine (replacing meningococcal C vaccination);
  • At 18 months of age, children will receive the booster Hib vaccine dose, protecting against haemophilus influenzae type B (previously given as a combined vaccine with meningococcal C at 12 months)
  • At 2,4 and 12 months of age, children will receive a pneumococcal vaccine (instead of at 2, 4 and 6 months)

In addition, maternal pertussis (dTpa) vaccination for pregnant women has been listed on the NIP to guarantee its ongoing access and availability.

For further information and resources

The resources are available for download or order online though the Department of Health website: http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/default.aspx

Australian Technical Advisory Group Information for Immunisation Providers: https://beta.health.gov.au/resources?f%5B0%5D=field%20audience%3A446

NSW Health Immunisation Schedule Changes FAQ’s: http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/schedule-changes.aspx

Or ring the Bermagui Medical Centre on 02 64934903 and talk to one of our nurses!

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