New patients are always welcome at our Doncaster location, but we are unable to book you in online. Please call our friendly reception team on (03) 9842 1299 to make your first appointment.
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.
The Eastbrooke Family Clinic Doncaster (previously known as Serpells Road Medical Centre) is a well-established family medical clinic in East Doncaster that provides comprehensive medical care to individuals and families in the local community. Our team of doctors are committed to upholding a high standard of clinical care and participate in ongoing education to maintain their professional standards.
The clinic is open 6 days a week and offers onsite as well as off-street car parking. Wheelchair access is available. The clinic has an onsite treatment room providing Immunisation and wound care. A standard consultation is a 15-minute appointment and can be made via phone. If you require a longer appointment, this can be made by ringing the clinic and speaking to one of our reception staff.
Our team of doctors have an interest in all areas of health including General Medicine, Men’s and Women’s Health, Children’s health, Family Planning, Aged Care, and Chronic Disease Management. Dr Heather Chalmers has a special interest in Lactation and Dr Tereza Rada also participates in Shared Antenatal care working together with local public hospitals. Dr’s Smyth, Wardlaw and Yaylaian work closely with several Aged Care facilities providing care for the elderly.
To book your doctor’s appointment simply phone the clinic directly on (03) 9842 7333 to speak to one of our friendly reception team members or alternatively, current patients of the centre can book online. If you are unable to keep your doctor’s appointment, we kindly request that you call our clinic to cancel.
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After Hours Emergency
If you require after-hours medical attention please call our nominated after-hours service (National Home Doctor Service) on 13 SICK (13 74 25). If you require URGENT medical attention please call 000 or present to the Emergency Department.
Dr Heather Chalmers has 30 years experience in general practice and 20 years experience as a lactation consultant.. She is available Monday, Wednesday and Friday 12.00 to 3.00pm.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, DRANZCOG Languages English Special Interests Lactation Disorders, Women's Health and all aspects of General Practice.(*existing patients only)
Doctor Smyth has over 30 years’ experience in general practice. He is the deputy chairman at Donvale Rehabilitation hospital and is a member of the Medical Advisory Committee.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS Dip RACOG, FRACGP Languages English Special Interests Rehabilitation, Geriatrics and Men’s Health.(*existing patients only)
Dr Wardlaw graduated from Melbourne University and has been a general practitioner in East Doncaster since 1980.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, FRACGP Languages English Special Interests Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Minor surgical procedures, Aged Care.(*existing patients only)
Dr Rosemary Yaylaian graduated in Egypt 2005 and joined the Eastbrooke Family Clinic Doncaster in June 2016.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBCh Languages English, Arabic and Armenain Special Interests General Practice, Community health and all aspects of Family Medicine(*existing patients only)
Dr Tereza Rada enjoys looking after whole families in General Practice, sometimes a few generations at once. Dr Rada is registered in shared care of pregnant women at both Box Hill Hospital (Biralee) and Mercy Womens’ hospital.
When Dr Rada isn’t bike riding, camping, or playing a board game with her husband and 3 sons, she can be found working on her garden or immersed in a book. As a Scout Leader she enjoys time out and about with her Scouts (which always includes at least one of her sons).
Although Dr Rada grew up in Melbourne, she is also fluent in Czech.
(*existing patients only)
Dr Huang graduated from University of Melbourne and undertook residency training at Austin Hospital as well as rural and urban general practices, obtaining the Fellowship of the Australian College of GPs.
He has been in General Practice since 1994 and has practiced in Doncaster for over 20 years, providing comprehensive and compassionate care for his patients and their families. Dr Huang’s special interests include paediatrics, travel medicine, care for the aging and also able to perform minor surgical removal of skin lesions.
He is married with two teenage kids. In his non working hours, he enjoys his golf, going for walks with his wife and helping his elderly parents to remain independent at home.
Speciality General Practitioner Credentials MBBS, FRACGP Languages English, Malay and Foochow Special Interests(*existing patients only)
Alexander graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science and a Masters degree in Podiatric Practice.
He has experience in many settings including practising in rural Australia, Hospital work and most recently returning from Singapore after working for a year.
Alexander likes to take a stepwise approach and he enjoys all aspects of podiatry with a passion for biomechanics. As an avid sportsperson, Alexander understands the most effective way to treat foot pains.
Speciality Podiatrist/Director Credentials B.Hsc M.Pod Prac, Diploma of FIFA Sports Medicine Languages English Special Interests Outside of Podiatry Alexander likes to keep active by taking part in numerous sports and enjoys travelling the globe.
Laura is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian that has graduated with a Master of Dietetics from Deakin University and a Bachelor of Applied Science from Victoria University.
Her areas of practice include weight management, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, gastrointestinal conditions, malnutrition, osteoporosis, allergies and intolerances.
She has an interest in helping people to achieve their health goals through realistic, practical and individualised advice that always starts with a food first approach.
Speciality Dietitian Credentials BAppSc, Mdiet Languages English Special Interests Helping people achieve their health goals