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My Medicare
Registration in MyMedicare will provide a formal signal to your practice and your GP that you see them as your... read more
Newborn and Paediatric Appointments
Often families find standard or even long appointments are not enough time to thoroughly address particular concerns for their little... read more
Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTOP)
Next Practice Prahran offers Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTOP), commonly known as abortion. read more
Dr Yanyan Wu - Mandarin Speaking - Female GP - Holistic Care
Introducing Dr. Yanyan Wu - Your Trusted Family Doctor.... And she also speaks Mandarin read more
A Multilingual and Diverse Medical Team at Next Practice Prahran
Embracing Linguistic Diversity: Next Practice Prahran's Multilingual Medical Team. read more
Introducing Dr Marcus Chen
"I am especially passionate about guiding patients in their health journey by providing the knowledge necessary for people to best... read more
🔍 Stay Informed About Medicare Changes! 🔍
Confused about the recent Medicare changes? We've got you covered! At Next Practice our priority is to provide you with... read more
Anti-Wrinkle injectables - Dr Yuan Gao now offering
Unlike many other skin clinics, at Next Practice Prahran you will only have a consultation and administration of your anti-wrinkle... read more
Navigating Follow-Up Appointments: A Guide to Transparency and Patient Empowerment
In our commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, we appreciate the feedback from our patients on topics like charging transparency, disclosure... read more
Embracing Diversity: Next Practice Prahran, Your Queer/LGBTIQA+ Friendly Healthcare Haven!
🌈 Welcome to Next Practice Prahran, where your health is our priority, and your identity is celebrated! 🌟 read more
Your Feedback Matters! 🌟
We understand that waiting can be frustrating, and we want to make your experience with us as smooth as possible... read more
Sexual Health Screening
What is a Sexual Health Screening? Also known as a sexual health check-up or STD/STI testing, involves a series of... read more
Understanding Mpox (Monkeypox) and the Importance of Vaccination
Next Practice Prahran is taking proactive steps to protect the community by offering the Mpox (Monkeypox) vaccine to all eligible... read more
Introducing Dr Lauren Healy - GP
Dr Lauren Healy is a warm and caring GP who enjoys all aspects of general practice, particularly women’s health, children’s... read more
World Immunisation Week 2023
It's World Immunisation Week, and we want to remind everyone about the importance of vaccines! Vaccines are one of the... read more
DIET, STRESS & YOUR SKIN
Did you know the condition of your skin can reflect what you put in your body. A number of chronic... read more
Now Offering SkinPen Microneedling
SkinPen Precision is a microneedling device that utilises Collagen Induction Therapy to treat acne scars and fine lines & wrinkles... read more
Escaping Winter Illness
Here are some tips for staying fit and healthy this winter, to shake off the chills and sluggishness and THRIVE! read more
Shared Maternity Care
Are you in need of Shared Maternity Care? Dr Nisha Iyer is now accredited to provide shared maternity care for... read more
Wellness Appointments
It's time to prioritise your health and wellness.A Wellness Appointment gives you and your GP space to have an open-minded... read more
Meet our dietician, Brittany Andreola
Qualifications: Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Sports DietitianAvailable: WednesdaysSpecial interests: Performance Nutrition (recreational and elite), Disordered and Eating Disorders and... read more
Banana & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Healthy Breakfast Idea recommended by Dietitian Loren read more
Are quick oats not as nutritious as rolled oats?
Quick oats (also known as instant oats or microwavable oats) are just as nutritious at traditional oats and are super... read more
Let’s talk about your contraception
Do you need contraception? Do you use contraception? What influences your choices when thinking about your options? There’s lots to... read more
A conversation could change a life
Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut and Ask R U OK?#RUOK? Day 2020. read more
Your Care Plan Appointment
This article will explain what your care plan appointment will involve. read more
Mental Health and your GP
So what does a mental health discussion look like with one of our GPs? read more
World Blood Donor Day - 14th June
Did you know that as little as one blood donation in your lifetime can save up to three lives? During... read more
Knocked your head?
Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is an injury to the brain which results in interference with normal brain function. It... read more
Meet Dr Nisha Iyer
Dr Nisha Iyer has joined our experienced team of Specialist General Practitioners. She studied medicine at Monash University Melbourne and... read more
Women's Health - "stop putting up with painful symptoms"
Dr Nisha discusses Women's health. "It's time to stop putting up with symptoms, assuming that these are normal, or that... read more
Accepting Uncertainty
Practice owner and Occupational Therapist - Jonathon Somers takes a few minutes to discuss uncertainty and how this can produce... read more
Menopause Symptom Chart
Menopause is a natural process with treatments that focus on symptomatic relief. Below is a self administered questionnaire. A score... read more
What to do if I wake up with covid-19 symptoms?
You only need to have one of the below symptoms to qualify for testing. read more
Plant based eating
There has been lots of discussion on the plant-based diet over the last few months due to the recent release... read more
Medicinal Cannabis – a natural alternative in chronic pain
For sufferers of chronic pain, the struggle to complete simple daily tasks is often overwhelming. read more
Care Plans - what they are and are not
Have you heard a lot about "Care Plans" or "Chronic Disease Management Plans" or "Team Care Arrangements"? This article will... read more
Post Workout Protein
Post workout protein DOES NOT have to be in the form of a supplement. read more
Novel Coronavirus - what you need to know
Health authorities have identified cases of novel coronavirus in Australia in January 2020. read more
It’s time for Ovary-Action
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is held annually in February to raise awareness of Ovarian cancer and to acknowledge and support... read more
After Hours Care
Next Practice Prahran has joined with DoctorDoctor to provide our patients after hours care. read more
The Pill is not your only option...
Let's talk contraception.... Most women are comfortable and familiar with using The Pill, though this is not always the most... read more
Healthy Brownies
Do you find yourself eating more snacks during isolation? Are you stuck for some sweet snack ideas that will keep... read more
How are you feeling during covid-19?
It's important to look after your mental health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We recognise that many of you may... read more
Tips for staying calm, healthy, brave and together during covid-19
In terms of your physical health, the most important thing you can do is maintain basic hygiene, particularly frequently washing... read more
Preventative Care Health Check
Everyone has individual health goals, unique to them. Therefore, being ‘healthy’ can mean different things to different people. As life... read more
Meet Dr Liam Egan
Dr Liam Egan graduated from the University of London (Guy’s, King’s & St Thomas’s) in the UK in 2001. After... read more
Its OK not to be Okay
It’s estimated that around 1 in 5 Australians are currently battling with some form of mental health issue. read more
Preventative health measures 19-39
Between the ages of 19 to 39 is a great time to focus on prevention of major health issues that... read more
Meet Dr George Somers
George brings with him a wealth of knowledge, compassion and dedication to the Next Practice team. read more
Next Practice Prahran - A Yellow Fever Accredited Practice
Yellow fever vaccinations must be provided by an approved yellow fever vaccination clinic. read more
Did you know?
Did you know that before being a medical practice, this iconic building was a famous live music venue? read more
Common conditions we work with
Together as a team, our doctors at Next Practice Prahran can provide a multitude of services and treat a number... read more
Next Aid Vaccination Donations
The Next Aid program allows UNICEF Australia to procure vaccinations that eliminate preventable maternal and neonatal disease. read more
The importance of having regular skin checks
Australia has one of the highest incidences of skin cancer in the world. Approximately two in three Australians will be... read more
THE PRICE OF THE DEVICE
This week “from the doctor’s chair” Dr Vicki Nahamkes looks at the serious effects that phone addiction can have on... read more
Recovering From Trauma
Next from our clinic blog series “from the doctor’s chair”, we chat with resident GP Dr Vicki Nahamkes about the... read more
Spot Meditations
The benefits of mindfulness meditation include calming the mind, relaxing the body, improving sleep and focus, and learning to respond... read more
Why see a Dietitian?
Dietitians are professionals with the qualifications and skills to provide expert nutrition and dietary advice. They translate the latest scientific... read more
