Welcome

Shellharbour Village Medical Practice (SVMP) is located in the Shellharbour Village retail region at Shop 1 & 2, 33 Wentworth street surrounded by the picturesque shellharbour village beach, parks, school and harbour.

At Shellharbour Village Medical Practice (SVMP) you will find  all the modern and comprehensive healthcare facilities with the approach of the traditional medical practice were you will be treated as an individual to your specific needs and not as a number or as part of the masses.

The doctors and staff at Shellharbour Village Medical Practice (SVMP) are committed to the community and illawarra region as all staff members are from the local region who understands the people and their requirements.

Our Philosophy

Shellharbour Village Medical Practice (SVMP) is a medical practice business with the principle to provide comprehensive health care needs for patients in one location, along with medical practice the location contains  pathology services for patients comfort, all with easy access and welcoming modern environment.

At Shellharbour Village Medical Practice (SVMP) you are able to build relationships with your doctor / nurse and support staff where you will not be treated as just another patient, with the commitment to ensure the best comprehensive medical healthcare and comfort for all patients.

Appointments

Please call to make an appointment. We will endeavour to accommodate your preferred time.  Emergencies will always be given priority, and our receptionist will attempt to contact you if there is any unforeseen delay or the GP has been called away.

Longer consultations are available.  Please let the receptionist know if you require extra time.

If you or a family member requires an interpreter, please let us know when you make your appointment and we can organise this for you.

If you no longer require an appointment please notify reception staff.

Billings / Fees

Shellharbour Village Medical Practice is a mixed billing practice.

Health care card and Pension card holders, Children under 16 years of age will continue to be bulk billed.

Please show your Valid Card to reception.

Treatment room and procedure fees apply to all patients, please discuss the associated costs with the GP.

We ask that all accounts are settled at the time of consultation.

Repeat Prescriptions and Referrals

To ensure the highest standards of practice, all requests for prescriptions and referrals will require you to make an appointment with your doctor, it is not possible to obtain repeat prescriptions over the phone.

Please be aware that referrals cannot be backdated.

Results

The doctor will advise when they expect the results to arrive at the practice.  Speak with the receptionist to book a follow up appointment.

Please be aware that the Privacy Policy prevents staff from discussing results over the phone.

Reminder Systems

Shellharbour Village Medical Practice (SVMP) is committed to preventative care. The doctor will seek your permission to be included on our reminder system. We may issue you with a reminder notice from time to time offering you preventive health services appropriate to your care. Please let our Doctor or staff know if you do not wish to be part of this system.