Medsana Medical Clinic

14/06/2026

How do I know if I need a long appointment? 🩺

Sometimes your health concerns need a little more time and that’s completely okay. Booking the right appointment type helps ensure you have enough time to talk through your concerns.

A standard GP appointment is usually 15 minutes. If you feel your concerns may need more time, booking a long appointment can help your doctor provide more thorough care without feeling rushed.

Choosing the right appointment length can also help reduce waiting room delays, as your doctor has enough time set aside to properly support your needs.

You may benefit from a long appointment if you would like to discuss:

✅ More than one health concern
✅ A new or ongoing mental health concern
✅ Reviewing multiple medications
✅ Women’s health concerns such as contraception, menopause or cervical screening
✅ A full skin check or multiple skin concerns
✅ Your first visit to our clinic
✅ Forms, reports, workplace medicals or insurance paperwork (please note these services may incur additional fees and are usually not covered by Medicare)

If you’re unsure which appointment type is best, our friendly reception team is always happy to help.

📞 Call Medsana Medical Clinic or book online to arrange your appointment.

Because your health deserves the time and attention it needs.

09/06/2026

Meet Dariel, one of the friendly faces at Medsana Medical Clinic.

From welcoming patients to helping the day run smoothly behind the scenes, Dariel plays an important role in supporting both our patients and clinical team.

Next time you’re in the clinic, be sure to say hi to Dariel!

07/06/2026

💊 Home Medication Reviews: Why They Matter

Managing multiple medications can sometimes become confusing, especially after hospital visits, multiple specialist appointments or changes to your treatment plan.

A Home Medication Review (HMR) is a service designed to help you better understand your medications and ensure they are working safely and effectively together.

✅ An accredited pharmacist visits you at home
✅ Reviews all your medications, vitamins and supplements
✅ Helps identify side effects or medication interactions
✅ Supports safer medication use and better health outcomes
✅ Provides recommendations back to your GP

✅ Who may be eligible?

Your GP can assess your eligibility and provide a referral for a Home Medication Review under Medicare Item 900, if you are at risk of medication-related problems such as:

* Taking multiple regular medications
* Recently discharged from hospital
* Experiencing side effects or medication concerns
* Managing chronic or complex health conditions

📞 Speak with our team to book an appointment and learn more about medication safety and support.

01/06/2026

🌸 Welcome Dr Muhammed Chothia to Medsana 🌸

01/06/2026

🌸 Welcome Dr Muhammed Chothia to Medsana 🌸

We are pleased to welcome Dr Muhammed Chothia (Dr MC) to our team.

Dr Chothia completed his medical degree at Flinders University in 2015 and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2021.

Dr MC has a special interest in:

• Women's Health
• Sexual Health
• Contraception
• IUD Insertions and Removals (Mirena®, Kyleena® and Copper IUDs)
• Implanon Insertions and Removals
• Antenatal Care
• Children's Health
• Mental Health

He enjoys supporting women through all stages of life, including contraception choices, pregnancy care, menstrual concerns, and menopause management.

Dr Chothia is available for consultations regarding contraceptive options, including long-acting reversible contraception such as hormonal IUDs, copper IUDs and Implanon®.

Outside of work, Dr MC enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

To book an appointment with Dr Muhammed Chothia, please contact Medsana Medical Clinic.

📞 (07) 3852 4878
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31/05/2026

💙 June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 💙

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australia, but when detected early, it can often be successfully treated.

Many people may not experience symptoms in the early stages, which is why regular screening is so important - even if you feel well.

Signs and symptoms can include:
• Changes in bowel habits
• Blood in the stool
• Unexplained abdominal pain
• Unexplained weight loss
• Persistent tiredness or fatigue

Australians aged 45–74 may be eligible for free bowel cancer screening through the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.

If you have symptoms, a family history of bowel cancer, or concerns about your digestive health, speak with your GP.

Early detection can save lives.

📞 Book an appointment with our team today to discuss screening and your individual risk factors.

23/05/2026

Why do we ask about cough and cold symptoms?

When you book or arrive for your appointment, our team may ask if you have symptoms such as a cough, runny nose, sore throat, fever, or cold and flu-like symptoms.

We ask these questions to help keep everyone safe, including patients and staff who may be older, pregnant, immunocompromised, or living with chronic health conditions.

You can still be seen if you have symptoms.
Telling us before your appointment simply helps us make sure your consultation takes place in the most appropriate environment, with precautions in place to reduce the risk of spreading infection.

This may include measures such as wearing a mask, waiting in a separate area, using a designated consultation room, or arranging the appointment type that best suits your care needs.

Recent public health events, including COVID-19 and outbreaks of infections such as influenza and hantavirus, remind us how important it is to identify symptoms early and take sensible precautions to protect the wider community.

Letting us know about symptoms early helps our team:
• Offer the most appropriate appointment type
• Reduce the spread of respiratory infections
• Protect vulnerable patients and staff
• Prepare safely for your visit

If you are feeling unwell, please tell our reception team or answer the prompts on your BetterConsult pre-appointment form before attending the clinic.

We will still help you access the care you need in a way that supports the safety of everyone at Medsana Medical Clinic.

Thank you for helping us keep our clinic safe for everyone.

16/05/2026

🌬️ Heading into winter? Check how well your asthma is controlled by completing the questionnaire in the links.

🔗 Asthma Control Check:
For adults and older children, complete a simple asthma control check via the National Asthma Council Australia:
https://asthma.org.au/acq-start/

🔗 Kids’ Asthma Check:
For children, Asthma Australia has a child-focused asthma check to help parents and carers identify whether their child’s asthma may need review:
https://asthma.org.au/start-childhood-act-attack-asthma/?utm_source=Kids_Site&utm_medium=Landing_Page&utm_campaign=Attack_Asthma&utm_content=Primary_CTA_URL_Banner

Cold air, winter viruses, dust, mould, and spending more time indoors can all make asthma symptoms worse. Even if your asthma is usually well-controlled, winter can increase the risk of flare-ups.

Before winter is in full swing, it may be a good time to review your asthma with your GP.

Consider booking an asthma review if you:
✅ Are using your reliever inhaler more often
✅ Have coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, or shortness of breath
✅ Wake at night due to asthma symptoms
✅ Feel limited during exercise or daily activities
✅ Are unsure whether your asthma action plan is up to date
✅ Have not had your inhaler technique checked recently

At Medsana Medical Clinic, asthma is one of the chronic conditions that may be supported through a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan. This can help with personalised care goals, regular reviews, care coordination, and referrals where appropriate.

📞 Book an appointment with your GP if your asthma symptoms have changed, your reliever use has increased, or you would like your asthma action plan reviewed before winter.

Medsana Medical Clinic
Your health, our priority—let’s manage it together.

12/05/2026

Happy International Nurses Day 💙

Today we celebrate and thank our wonderful Medsana nurses — Donna, Steffi, Kirti and Mmayen — for the compassion, care and dedication they bring to our patients, team and community every day.

Your kindness, professionalism and commitment make a meaningful difference.

From all of us at Medsana and My Rehab Team, thank you.

10/05/2026

🤖💬 How AI Scribes Are Supporting Your GP Visit

You may notice something new during your appointment, your GP using an AI-powered scribe.

So what does that mean for you?

An AI scribe helps your doctor securely document your consultation in real time, so they can focus less on typing and more on what matters most; YOU!

✅ Benefits for Patients
- A smoother, more focused consultation experience
- More eye contact and active listening
- Less time spent typing on computers during your visit
- More accurate and detailed clinical notes
- Option to receive a written summary of your consultation
- No extra cost for the use of AI scribes

👨‍⚕️ Benefits for Your GP & Clinic
- Reduces administrative workload and burnout
- Improves documentation quality and efficiency
- Allows more time for patient care
- Supports safer, more consistent record-keeping

🔒 Your Privacy Matters

AI scribes are used in line with strict privacy and confidentiality standards, just like all medical records. Your information remains secure and protected.

In Medsana Medical Clinic, we are currently using Lyrebird Health and here is a link to their product information - https://www.lyrebirdhealth.com/au/patient

💡 What this means for you:
Better conversations. Better care. More time with your doctor.

If you have any questions about how this works, feel free to ask your GP at your next visit.