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. All appointments booked online at Eastbrooke will be in-clinic consultations.
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.
Eastbrooke Medical Centres has been approved to participate in the COVID-19 Vaccine rollout. Like all other medical centres, we are under strict instructions from the government to prioritise the elderly, vulnerable and other high-risk patients.
Check your eligibility here.
Eligible patients can book their vaccination by calling the clinic directly.
NOTE: Advice from clinical experts says that you cannot have the Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations within 2 weeks of each other. Your Eastbrooke clinic will coordinate this treatment with you when it is your turn for the COVID-19 vaccination.
Anyone concerned about the vaccination and its effect on underlying health conditions should consult with their GP.
2021 flu vaccination stocks have arrived.
CURRENT VACCINATION STOCK UPDATE (06/07/21)
Private Vaccinations
Suitable for adults and children. An out of pocket cost applies.
Adults & Children: In Stock
Children under 5: In 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
Keep an eye out for this and other important health updates via email. Updates are also posted on our clinic Facebook page.
ALL PATIENTS & VISITORS ATTENDING THE EASTBROOKE FAMILY CLINIC BELMONT MUST WEAR A FACE MASK.
We continue to monitor emerging COVID-19 developments for the Greater Melbourne Area and have implemented strict infection control measures to keep the community safe.
Anyone who has been to a COVID-19 case location, are a close contact of a COVID-19 case, are awaiting the results of a COVID-19 case or have even the slightest symptoms of COVID-19 are asked to please not visit our facilities at this time.
We are able to offer telehealth so that you can still speak with your regular doctor.
Please check the VIC COVID-19 case location webpage before visiting: www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/exposure-sites
If you are going to a medical centre as a patient, as a carer or assisting a friend or relative, you should wear a mask or face covering.
Stay up-to-date the latest VIC Health guidelines here: www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au
Thank you to everyone for their understanding during this time.
Delivering You Quality Healthcare as we Take Steps Towards a New Normal
As restrictions ease, we are able to deliver you more and more services in-clinic. We urge any patients who have avoided their regular GP visit or postponed scheduled testing to make your health a priority and attend to your important healthcare needs. With the adoption of new social distancing measures and additional infection control procedures, health experts at Eastbrooke continue to provide quality healthcare for patients.
Important information you need to know:
For more information on COVID-19, including testing, 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. All appointments booked online at Eastbrooke will be in-clinic consultations.
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.
(*existing patients only)
Dr Magarey practiced General Practitioner Obstetrics along with his regular GP work until 1975. He still loves to see the ‘babies” he delivered and is especially happy when they bring their babies to him. He enjoys all aspects of General Practice, especially Paediatrics and Minor surgery.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, FRACGP Languages English Special Interests Paediatrics and Minor surgery(*existing patients only)
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.(*existing patients only)
(*existing patients only)
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. Currently available for bookings Wed-Fri, will be available 5 days a week from the end of November.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, FRACGP Languages English, Farsi Special Interests Injectable rejuvenation, Facial sculpture with Botolinum toxin, Dermofillers, Skin Cancer assessment and operation under LA, Surgical correction of ingrown toenail(*existing patients only)
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(*existing patients only)
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.(*existing patients only)
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(*existing patients only)
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(*existing patients only)
•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(*existing patients only)
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.(*existing patients only)
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.
