Barrymore Medical Centre

🌸 Women's Health – Caring for You at Every Stage of Life 🌸

Your health needs change throughout life, and regular check-ups are an important part of staying healthy and well.

At Barrymore Medical Centre, our experienced GPs provide compassionate, personalised care for women of all ages, including:
💗 Cervical screening tests
💗 Breast health checks
💗 Contraception advice
💗 Pregnancy and antenatal care
💗 Menopause support
💗 Sexual and reproductive health
💗 Preventive health checks and chronic disease management

Whether you're due for a routine screening, planning a pregnancy, or have concerns about your health, we're here to support you every step of the way.

📞 Book an appointment with one of our GPs by calling Barrymore Medical Centre on (03) 9333 5943.

Your health is worth prioritising—because when you take care of yourself, you're better able to care for those around you.

🏥 Your Local GP – Caring for the Greenvale Community 💙

At Barrymore Medical Centre, we're committed to providing quality, accessible healthcare for you and your family.

Here's what you can expect when you visit us:
✅ Experienced and caring GPs
✅ Open 7 days a week
✅ Extended weekday hours for your convenience
✅ Onsite pathology services
✅ Telehealth appointments for eligible patients
✅ Comprehensive healthcare for all ages – from children to seniors
✅ Preventive health, chronic disease management, women's health, men's health, skin checks, vaccinations and more

Whether you need a routine check-up, vaccinations, help managing a chronic condition, or care for a new health concern, our team is here to support your health every step of the way.

📞 Call Barrymore Medical Centre on (03) 9333 5943 to book your appointment.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family.

🌼 Daffodil Day – Supporting Hope and Early Detection 🌼

This Daffodil Day, we stand with everyone affected by cancer and recognise the strength of patients, families, carers, and healthcare workers.

While not all cancers can be prevented, early detection can make a significant difference.

Talk to your GP about:
💛 Breast, bowel and cervical cancer screening
💛 Skin checks
💛 Family history and cancer risk
💛 Healthy lifestyle choices to help reduce your risk

If you're due for a screening test or have noticed any new or unusual symptoms, don't put it off. A conversation with your GP is an important first step.

📞 To book an appointment, contact Barrymore Medical Centre on (03) 9333 5943.

Together, we can raise awareness, encourage early detection, and support those impacted by cancer.

🦴 Don't Let Aches & Pains Hold You Back! 💪

Whether you're dealing with back pain, neck pain, joint stiffness, arthritis, or a sports injury, you don't have to manage it alone.

At Barrymore Medical Centre, Dr Evgeny Afanasyev provides assessment and treatment for a range of musculoskeletal conditions, helping patients improve mobility, manage pain, and get back to doing what they enjoy.

Dr Afanasyev offers care for:
✔️ Back and neck pain
✔️ Shoulder, hip and knee pain
✔️ Sports injuries
✔️ Arthritis and joint pain
✔️ Tendon and soft tissue injuries
✔️ PRP therapy and prolotherapy (where appropriate)

Early assessment and treatment can help prevent ongoing pain and improve recovery.

📞 Book an appointment with Dr Evgeny Afanasyev today by calling Barrymore Medical Centre on (03) 9333 5943.

Your movement matters—let us help you get back to living well.

👨 Men's Health Matters – Make Your Health a Priority

Men often put their own health last, but regular check-ups can make a real difference. Many common health conditions develop without obvious symptoms, so early detection is key.

A routine health check with your GP can help monitor:
✔️ Blood pressure
✔️ Cholesterol
✔️ Blood sugar (diabetes risk)
✔️ Heart health
✔️ Mental wellbeing
✔️ Skin health
✔️ Prostate health (where appropriate)

Whether it's been one year or ten since your last check-up, now is a great time to take charge of your health.

📞 Book an appointment with Barrymore Medical Centre today by calling (03) 9333 5943.

Looking after your health isn't just about you—it's about being there for the people who matter most.

❄️ Stay Healthy This Winter – Flu Vaccines Still Available! 💉

Winter isn't over yet, and it's still important to protect yourself and your family from seasonal illnesses like influenza, COVID-19, and other respiratory infections.

Here are a few simple ways to stay healthy this winter:
✅ Get your flu vaccination
✅ Wash your hands regularly
✅ Cover coughs and sneezes
✅ Stay home if you're feeling unwell

Good news – we still have flu vaccines in stock! It's not too late to get vaccinated and help reduce your risk of serious illness this season.

📞 To book your flu vaccination or a winter health check, contact Barrymore Medical Centre on (03) 9333 5943.

Our friendly team is here to help keep you and your family healthy this winter.

🧠 National Stroke Week | Every Minute Counts

This National Stroke Week, take a moment to learn the signs of stroke—it could save a life.

Remember F.A.S.T.:
🟠 F – Face: Has one side of the face drooped?
🟠 A – Arms: Can they raise both arms?
🟠 S – Speech: Is their speech slurred or difficult to understand?
🟠 T – Time: If you notice any of these signs, call 000 immediately.

Stroke is a medical emergency. Acting quickly can significantly improve outcomes.

Looking to reduce your risk? Regular health checks can help identify and manage risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and irregular heart rhythm.

📞 To book a health check or speak with one of our GPs, contact Barrymore Medical Centre on (03) 9333 5943.

Your health matters. Prevention starts with a conversation.

🟡 World Hepatitis Day | 28 July 🟡

Hepatitis can affect anyone. Knowing your status can protect your health.

World Hepatitis Day is a reminder of the importance of testing, early diagnosis and treatment to help eliminate viral hepatitis.

Viral hepatitis can cause inflammation of the liver and often has no symptoms in its early stages, meaning many people may not know they are infected.

You may benefit from speaking with your GP if you:
✔️ Have never been tested for hepatitis B or hepatitis C
✔️ Were born in, or have lived in, a country where hepatitis B is more common
✔️ Have risk factors for hepatitis C
✔️ Think you may have been exposed to viral hepatitis

The good news is:
💛 Safe and effective vaccines are available for hepatitis B.
💛 Effective treatments are available for hepatitis B and can cure most cases of hepatitis C.

If you have questions about your risk or would like to discuss testing or vaccination, our team is here to help.

📞 Book an appointment with your GP today.

Welcome Dr May Ling Nguyen to Barrymore Medical Centre

We are delighted to welcome Dr May Ling Nguyen to the Barrymore Medical Centre team. Dr Nguyen will commence consulting from Monday, 3 August, and will be available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Originally from New Zealand, Dr Nguyen graduated from the University of Auckland and has spent the past six years working across both metropolitan and regional hospitals in Australia and New Zealand. She brings a broad range of clinical experience, having worked in general medicine, emergency medicine, rehabilitation medicine, and paediatrics.

Dr Nguyen has a special interest in women's health, contraceptive counselling, and mental health. She is passionate about delivering holistic, patient-centred care, with a strong focus on education, preventative health, and empowering patients to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.

Now proudly calling Melbourne home, Dr Nguyen is excited to become part of the vibrant local community and looks forward to providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients of all ages at Barrymore Medical Centre.

Appointments with Dr May Ling Nguyen are now available to book from Monday, 3 August.

💙 National Pain Week | 20–26 July 💙

Chronic pain affects 1 in 5 Australians and can have a significant impact on physical health, mental wellbeing, work and everyday life.

This National Pain Week, we recognise the challenges of living with persistent pain and encourage anyone experiencing ongoing pain to seek support.

Chronic pain may include:
🦴 Back or neck pain
🦵 Arthritis or joint pain
💪 Muscle pain
🤕 Nerve pain
🧠 Migraines or persistent headaches

Living with chronic pain doesn't mean you have to manage it alone.

Your GP can work with you to develop a personalised care plan, which may include:
✔️ Pain management strategies
✔️ Physical activity and exercise advice
✔️ Medication reviews
✔️ Referrals to allied health professionals or pain specialists
✔️ Support for your mental health and wellbeing

📞 If pain has been affecting your daily life for more than three months, book an appointment with your GP to discuss your treatment options.