Brunswick Medical Centre | The General Practice Consulting rooms of Dr Chris Siamidis, and Dr Shaila Kazi

Welcome to Brunswick Medical Centre

The General Practice Consulting rooms of Dr Chris Siamidis, Dr Shaila Kazi and Dr Emma Louise Brown.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide the highest of standards for patient care, and as such are committed to promoting health, wellbeing and disease prevention for all patients.We do not discriminate in providing our level of care excellence as our aim is to treat all patients with dignity and respect.

Women’s health

Women's health refers to the physical, mental, and social well-being of women throughout their lives.

Men’s health

Men's health refers to the overall well-being and specific health concerns that are unique to men.

Medical Services

Brunswick Medical Centre offers highly personalised health care.

Family medicine

Family medicine, also known as family practice, is a medical specialty that provides comprehensive and continuous healthcare.

Women’s health

Women's health refers to the physical, mental, and social well-being of women throughout their lives.

Men’s health

Men's health refers to the overall well-being and specific health concerns that are unique to men.

Children’s health

Children's health encompasses the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of children from infancy through adolescence.

Indigenous health

Indigenous health refers to the physical, mental, and social well-being of Indigenous peoples

Skin cancer medicine

There are several types of skin cancer, and the treatment options can vary depending on the specific type.

4Cyte Pathology is located on-site Monday and Thursday from 9.00am to 1.00pm – no appointment is required.

COVID-19 Patient Alert

TeleHealth consultations are available with our doctors if you meet one of the
following criteria:

• You have attended an in-person consult at our clinic within the last 12 months
• You are in COVID-19 quarantine or isolation due to a State or Territory public
health order

• Are less than 12 months old
• Are experiencing homelessness
• Live in a flood-affected area as defined by a State of Territory Government

Book a TeleHealth consultation by calling the practice.

If you have a fever, cough, sore throat, or shortness of breath

OR
Are a close contact of someone with COVID-19

Please do not attend our clinic.

You need to phone ahead on 03 9387 1661 and advise our reception staff.
Please follow our local state government face mask rules when attending our
clinic.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our community as safe as possible.
Remember you can also visit a GP Respiratory Clinic for in person assessment and
testing.

MIXED BILLING POLICY

Mixed Billing Policy

We are introducing MIXED BILLING for consultations for all doctors at the practice.

This will be effective from Monday 23rd January 2023.

Patients who do not fall into one of the following categories means that a $25 – $39 GAP (out of pocket) fee will apply.
• Children under 16 years,
• Health Care Card, Pension Card Holders and DVA card holders
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.

*Fees will also apply to telehealth appointments.

Only eligible patients will be bulk billed under Medicare Rebates Services.
These patients include;
• Children under 16 years,
• Vaccinations – COVID, Influenza and child vaccinations
• Health Care Card, Pension Card Holders and DVA card holders
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
• Appointments made for follow up investigations to discuss any medical results

You must present your valid Concession Card along with your current Medicare Card at the time of your appointment in order to be bulk billed.

Non Medicare Card Holders / Fees

Each doctor within the practice has set fees for private paying patients. Billing will depend upon the services provided during your consultation. All accounts need to be settled on the day, after your consultation. Information on fees is available on request. As a guide, standard consultation fees range from $40.00 – $80.00.

Payment Methods

Our policy is that payments are to be made on the day of consultation. Accepted payment method is cash or EFTPOS facilities are available.