Welcome to Hanson Medical Centre
At Hanson Medical Centre, we are committed to providing a high standard of medical care and improving the health and well-being of our community. Our team of experienced GPs and medical professionals are dedicated to offering exceptional care to all patients, ensuring you receive the best possible treatment.
Extended Hours for Your Convenience
We know that health concerns can arise at any time, which is why we offer extended hours when most other medical centres are closed. Our after-hours GP appointments ensure that you have access to quality care, even during evenings and weekends, when you need it the most.
Timely and Efficient Care
With our extended hours and efficient services, we help patients avoid long wait times at hospital emergency rooms. At Hanson Medical Centre, we prioritise your health by providing timely and convenient care to make healthcare accessible for everyone in the community.
Thank you for choosing us as your trusted healthcare provider in Craigieburn. Your well-being is our priority, and we look forward to continuing to offer compassionate care when you need it most.
"The first wealth is health"
Experience the highest standard of healthcare at Hanson Medical Centre, where compassionate care meets advanced medical expertise to promote wellness and prevent illness.
Providing comprehensive healthcare and personalized support at Hanson Medical Centre to effectively manage, treat, and improve chronic health conditions for better long-term wellness.
Women’s health care at Hanson Medical Centre focuses on specialized treatments, preventive care, and wellness solutions tailored to women’s unique health needs.
Child health focuses on the well-being of children from conception through adolescence. Doctors at this Practice are happy to assist with:
It is reported men are less inclined than women to take an active role in maintaining their health. It could be that there is direct link between employment status and men’s health.
Medical check-ups help you stay healthy and let you talk about any health concerns with your doctor.
Health checks can also help pick up early warning signs of disease or illness.
Diabetes Risk Assessment and Management involves a proactive approach to identifying individuals at risk of diabetes and providing them with effective strategies to manage their health. This process typically includes a detailed evaluation of personal and family medical history, lifestyle factors, and other potential risk indicators. Management strategies may encompass lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels, and education on recognizing and handling symptoms. The goal is to support individuals in reducing their risk and effectively managing their health to prevent the onset or progression of diabetes.
You’re at risk for type 2 diabetes if you:
A health assessment involves evaluating a patient’s overall health, including their physical, psychological, and social well-being. It also involves determining whether preventive health care and education should be provided to enhance the patient’s health and overall functioning in these areas.
Please add the following categories to the Health Assessment
The health assessment is a comprehensive check to determine your current state of health as well as to identify any risk factors for conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease or certain cancers. This is performed once every three years.
Anyone who is at the risk of developing chronic disease is eligible.
Performed once every 12 months
Once every 12 months
Performed once every 12 months
Performed once every 9 months
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Our Priority Primary Care Private will be happy to attend to your urgent care needs. However, for injuries and fractures requiring immediate attention, please call triple-zero (000) and ask for an ambulance or proceed directly to the hospital if any of the following apply: bone is visible through the skin, there is heavy bleeding, or the injured area appears to be an unusual color or shape.
Allergies, irritants, genetic makeup, certain diseases, and immune system problems can cause skin conditions.
When seeking travel medicine services, it’s important to receive accurate, up-to-date advice on potential health risks while traveling, along with access to recommended vaccines, medications, medical kits, and travel health products tailored to your needs.
Follow the links for useful information:
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/
https://www.health.vic.gov.au/health-advisories/health-advice-on-immunisations-for-travel
When planning overseas travel, you should ensure your routine vaccinations are up to date. This includes vaccination against vaccine-preventable diseases that may be more common in the countries that they are visiting.
Travellers should seek advice from their General Practitioner (GP) or a travel health professional 6-8 weeks before travelling to determine which vaccinations are needed.
According to the Department of Health, Victoria, Measles infections acquired during international travel are a significant source of measles cases in Australia.
General practitioners are often the first point of contact for people seeking help with a mental illness. Our doctors are happy to provide information, unwavering support, and guidance to their patients. They will work with their patients for as long as it takes to receive the best services necessary for your recovery.
If your condition or concern requires more immediate attention than waiting for our visiting specialist, our doctors can promptly refer you to the hospital or a specialist of your choice.
Refugees are often more susceptible to be affected by health conditions mainly because of their geographic origin, ethnicity, conditions, as well as personal, physical and psychological conditions.
Optimal health is an important resource for people from refugee backgrounds, assisting them to deal with the practical and emotional demands of setting in Australia. Poor health, meanwhile, can serve as a significant barrier to settlement.
As well as addressing physical and mental health problems, we at Hanson Medical Centre can also contribute to a person’s psychological recovery.
Health assessments encourage complete health care and planning for future management of the patient.
At Hanson Medical Centre we ensure that we accommodate every patient’s needs. We provide clinical information, education and discussion around certain health issues in the Refugee population. Such health issues include Hepatitis, Infectious Diseases, Vitamin deficiency, mental health and chronic diseases most susceptible to this population.
If your condition is urgent but not life-threatening, you can visit us instead of waiting in an emergency department. We have a doctor assigned every day to provide care for people with conditions requiring urgent attention.
🕒 Urgent Care Hours:
📅 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri – 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
📅 Wednesday – 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
📅 Saturday – 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
📅 Sunday – 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Some of the conditions that may necessitate an urgent visit are as follows.
Call Triple Zero (000) or visit your nearest emergency department if you or someone you know is experiencing a life-threatening emergency.
If you have tested positive to COVID-19, call the National Coronavirus Helpline on 1800 020 080 or visit the Victorian Government website to access the care you need.
Anyone who is mildly unwell with respiratory symptoms (such as coughing, runny nose or fever) can book an appointment.
You can easily access the following collection centres from the medical centre:
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