You can still see your regular doctor at your Eastbrooke clinic. We have implemented special infection control and social distancing procedures to keep you and others safe.
Please remember to wear a face-covering before entering the clinic.
IMPORTANT: If you have flu-like symptoms, we ask that you call the clinic so that we can prepare for your arrival.
New patients are always welcome at our Belmont location, but we are unable to book you in online. Please call our friendly reception team on (03) 4206 7333 to make your first appointment.
The Australian Government recommends that Australian adults and children (5 years +) get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Individuals aged 5 years+ are now eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine.
Eastbrooke Family Clinic Belmont has access to Pfizer vaccinations. Existing patients are invited to book an appointment online.
Booster Vaccinations:
Fourth Dose: You are eligible for your next COVID-19 booster if you are 30+ years. The recommended interval between vaccine doses or prior COVID infection (whichever is more recent) is three months. Health authorities highlight the importance of anyone in higher-risk categories (50+ or immunocompromised or with underlying medical conditions) to get their fourth dose as soon as they qualify.
Third Dose: You are eligible for a COVID-19 booster dose if you: are 16 years and older and have completed your primary dose course of COVID-19 vaccination at least three months ago. Anyone who has not yet received their booster are strongly encouraged to do so as soon as possible. Check here for updates on booster eligibility. Eastbrooke has Pfizer as the approved booster vaccination. Please note that Novavax is not an approved booster vaccination.
Eligible patients can book their vaccination by calling the clinic directly.
Anyone concerned about the vaccination and its effect on underlying health conditions should consult their GP.
Click the link above or call (03) 4206 7333 to secure your COVID-19 Vaccination Booking.
CURRENT FLU VACCINATION STOCK UPDATE (14/7/22)
Private Vaccinations
Suitable for adults and children. An out-of-pocket cost typically applies. This year, state governments have announced that it is expanding eligibility to offer free flu vaccinations to all residents, now extended until 17 July 2022. While stocks last, you can access a free flu vaccination from your Eastbrooke clinic. See current stock levels below.
Adults & Children (5 years and over): Out of Stock
Public (Govt Funded) Vaccinations
Suitable for patients over 65 or with chronic health conditions. Free for eligible patients.
Anyone with a Chronic Health Condition (and under 65 Years): In Stock
Seniors Over 65 Years: In Stock
Children under 5: In Stock
Keep an eye out for this and other important health updates via email. Updates are also posted on our clinic Facebook page.
Delivering Quality Healthcare and Living with COVID-19
As we all learn how to live with COVID in our community, we continue to adapt our clinic to deliver you safe, convenient and quality healthcare services. We urge patients to prioritise important healthcare needs – particularly anyone who has avoided their regular GP visits or postponed scheduled testing in recent times.
Important information you need to know:
1. It is safe to visit your clinic. You MUST wear a face-mask
We have also implemented additional infection control and social distancing measures to keep you, other patients, our staff, and doctors safe.
2. Telehealth services are still available
Telehealth is still available to you as a convenient alternative. Out-of-pocket private fees may apply at the discretion of the doctor.
3. You should not ignore your regular health needs
Avoiding regular healthcare appointments, testing, and check-ups can be dangerous and have long-term health implications. Make sure you attend your appointments.
4. Your Doctor is not too busy to see you
Eastbrooke has resources and updated processes to help support your GP in delivering care to you. Your health is our priority!
5. Get Vaccinated
The Australian Government recommends that Australian adults and children (5 years +) get vaccinated against COVID-19.
For more information on COVID-19, including testing and vaccination, visit www.health.gov.au or call the National Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 020 080
If you require URGENT medical attention, call 000 or go to your nearest Emergency Department.
A long-standing and well-established medical centre, the Eastbrooke Family Clinic Belmont provides the local community with a range of comprehensive health services.
The centre offers a collective group of experienced doctors and is open 6 days a week. With an onsite treatment room, the centre is staffed by Registered Nurses with multiple years of experience.
Services available at our Belmont Medical Centre include general medicine, minor injury treatment, minor surgery, paediatrics, antenatal care, adolescent health, women and children’s health, immunisations and vaccinations, travel medicine, men’s health, ECGs, veteran health, pre-employment medicals, industrial health and chronic disease management including diabetes, asthma, mental health, depression and heart disease. The centre is also equipped to provide respiratory function testing, hearing tests, drug testing and breathalysing.
Additional services and Allied health include pathology, pharmacy, children’s play area and onsite parking (with disabled bay). Allied health services include physiotherapy, podiatry, dietitian and psychology.
To book your doctor’s appointment simply phone the clinic directly on (03) 4206 7333 to speak to one of our friendly reception team members or alternatively, current patients of the centre can book online.
Please note, emergencies will always be given priority. Appointments are usually made at 15-minute intervals. Longer consultation times are available with your doctor, so please ask if you require some extra time.
If you or a family member require an interpreter, the staff at Eastbrooke Family Clinic Belmont can organise this for you. Please advise our staff when you book an appointment.
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After Hours Emergency
If you require URGENT medical attention, call 000 or go to your nearest Emergency Department.
If medical attention is required after hours, you can call the National Home Doctor Service on 13 SICK (13 74 25) or book an appointment through the website.
The National Home Doctor Service operates from 6pm weekdays, 12 noon Saturday, all day Sunday and all public holidays. They are an accredited medical deputising service, providing in-home consultations, bulk billed. Record of your consultation will then be forwarded to your GP providing you with continuity of care.
You can still see your regular doctor at your Eastbrooke clinic. We have implemented special infection control and social distancing procedures to keep you and others safe.
Please remember to wear a face-covering before entering the clinic.
IMPORTANT: If you have flu-like symptoms, we ask that you call the clinic so that we can prepare for your arrival.
Dr Mark Carswell grew up in Northern Ireland and graduated from St Mary’s Hospital Medical School, Imperial College in London. Dr Carswell studied Medical Ethics and Law at Manchester University.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials BSc (Health Care Ethics and Law) MBBS DFFP (Diploma in Family Planning) DRCOG (Diploma Obsterics and Gynaecology)MRCGP FRACGP IOCDipSportsMed (International Olympic Committee) Languages English Special Interests Obstetrics (Dr Carswell is a registered shared care GP), Paediatrics and Dermatology.
Milan studied medicine at Flinders University and has undertaken further study in Skin Cancer treatment of which he has a special interest. Milan offers full skin cancer checks and onsite treatment.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, FRACGP Languages English, Farsi Special Interests Skin Cancer assessment and operation under local anaesthetic, Surgical correction of ingrown toenail.
Dr Nataliya Titova was born and raised in Russia but has called the Bellarine Peninsula home for the past 9 years. She studied Medicine in Moscow, graduating in 2004. Dr Titova has worked in diverse range of settings and enjoys all aspects of General Practice. In 2013 she obtained a Diploma in Child Health from The Children’s Hospital, Westmead.
Dr Titova is available on:
MON 9am-2pm
TUE 9am-5pm
WED 9am-2pm
THU 9am-2pm
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials FRACGP Languages English, Creole, Russian Special Interests Women’s and Children’s health / General Practice
Paul is a married father of two teenagers who lives in Geelong and enjoys following the Geelong Cats and Melbourne Victory FC. He enjoys all aspects of family medicine including pregnancy/newborn care, paediatrics, men’s health, gynaecology and minor surgery.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, FRACGP, DRANZCOG Languages English Special Interests pregnancy/newborn care, paediatrics, men’s health, gynaecology and minor surgery.
Dr Robert Ward has been a specialist GP in Belmont since 1996. He is available every day at Eastbrooke Belmont (and one weekend per month) and welcomes new patients.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, DRANZCOG, FRACGP Languages English Special Interests Minor Procedures and Disability
Dr Vindhya Yatawara grew up in Copenhagen, Denmark and attended the University of Copenhagen. She completed her medical degree in 2011.
She completed her training in General Practice in the United Kingdom and has been working in Australia since 2019 and enjoys all aspects of General Practice.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MD, MRCGP, FRACGP Languages English, Danish, Sinhalese Special Interests
•Qualified as a Doctor in 2003 – University St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London
•Qualified as a GP in 2007
•Relocated to Melbourne, Australia in 2008 and worked in multiple locations gaining a wealth of experience around Melbourne.
•I also work as an Examiner of Medical Students and Casual Lecturer at Deakin University, Waurn Ponds.
•I am a keen sportsman involved in soccer and tennis but now a reformed AFL fanatic – Western Bulldogs Fan and I love to travel with my beautiful family.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, BSc, MRCGP, FRACGP, DFFP Languages English Special Interests Paediatrics, Mens Health, Contraception/ Family Planning, Emergency Medicine and Skin Medicine
Dr Kellie McDonald been a specialist GP in the Geelong region for 15 years enjoying all aspects of family medicine including pregnancy care, paediatric and adolescent medicine, gynaecology and minor surgery. She is particularly interested in preventative care and has completed a masters in public health.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, FRACGP, MPH, DCH Languages English Special Interests Pregnancy care, paediatric and adolescent medicine, gynaecology, minor surgery, preventative health care.
Dr Mohanad (Mo) Abody graduated from medical school in 2008 and commenced work in Australia in 2017. He has more than 3 yrs of working at hospitals in Australia and still works at local emergency departments when required. Dr Abody also has 5 yrs of experience working in rural and remote communities.
He enjoys all aspects of family medicine including ophthalmology, dermatology, preventive medicine, men’s health, pediatric, women’s health, emergency medicine and general procedures.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials Languages English, Arabic Special Interests Ophthalmology, dermatology, emergency medicine, general procedures.
Dr Khozouei has 40 years experience in adult psychology, anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar, schizophrenia and PTSD.
Speciality Psychiatrist Credentials MBBS, MRCPsych, FRANZCP Languages English, Farsi Special Interests Psychotherapy
Olga is a Nurse Practitioner and qualified Diabetes educator with thirteen years’ experience in helping clients with insulin dependent diabetes, both Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and Type 2 Diabetes, LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults) and GDM (Gestational Diabetes). Olga is available for counsel, medication management, writing scripts when needed, and ordering pathology tests.
Whatever your concern – hypos (Hypoglyceamia), running high (Hyperglyceamia), DKA, or general worries about your HbA1c, Olga can offer hints and tips on lifestyle modification and healthy eating; as well as the benefit of using Technology in Diabetes.
Olga is available at Eastbrooke Family Medical, Belmont once a month on Tuesdays
Speciality Diabetes Educator/Nurse Practitioner Credentials Languages English Special InterestsProfessional Registration & Membership
AHPRA
ADEA (Full Member)
Australian College of Nursing
Australian Nursing Federation – Victorian Branch
Diabetes Australia – VIC
Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia
Australian College of Nurse Practitioners
Qualifications
Diploma of Applied Science (Nursing)
1987
MacArthur Institute of Higher Education, Milperra Campus, Milperra, NSW
Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing)
1990
University of Western Sydney, Milperra Campus, Milperra, NSW
Graduate Certificate of Diabetes Education
2005
Deakin University
Advanced Diabetes Management Unit
2011
Deakin University
Masters in Nursing – Nursing Practitioner
2017
Deakin University
Susan Corby is an experienced psychologist and professional counsellor. She has a down to earth approach and compassion for others, grounded in many years of working alongside individuals and families experiencing challenging life circumstances.
Speciality Credentials B.A., B.Sc. (Honors), Dip. Min., M.A.P.S. Languages English Special Interests Women's health, overcoming anxiety and depression, relationship challenges, confident parenting, decision making, and coping with loss and bereavement.