Planning a trip overseas? Whether you’re heading to tropical destinations, remote areas, or bustling cities abroad, it’s essential to protect your health before you go.

As a General Practitioner, I offer comprehensive travel medicine consultations tailored to your destination, travel plans, and individual health needs.

Travel can expose you to health risks that aren't common in Australia. A travel health consult ensures you’re informed, protected, and prepared. This includes reviewing your vaccination history, assessing any pre-existing medical conditions, and providing advice on how to stay safe during your trip. Many countries require proof of certain vaccinations—like Yellow Fever—for entry. In other cases, preventive medications for diseases like malaria may be necessary depending on where you're going.

My services include:

  • Pre-travel health consultations

  • Vaccination reviews and updates (e.g. Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus, MMR, Influenza)

  • Malaria prevention and medication

  • Travel health advice for families, children, elderly, and pregnant travellers

  • Medical kits and prescription planning

  • Post-travel illness assessments

Don’t leave your health to chance. Book a travel consult (ideally 4–6 weeks) before departure for maximum protection. Safe travel starts with smart preparation—and that includes your health.

RESOURCES:

Travel health

Work hours:

Mon - Fri: 9 am - 5 pm

Emergency After Hours

For emergencies outside of practice hours, please either:

- call 000 if it's a life threatening situation

- call 13 74 25 for National Home Doctor Service

- or visit your nearest hospital emergency department

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