Understanding Chronic Pain

Woman suffering from chronic pain

Did you know? Chronic pain affects around 3.6 million Australians with many, unfortunately, going unreported and untreated. But they don’t have to. With the 24th to the 30th of July being National Pain Week in Australia, the health experts at The Community Doctor made it their mission to explain chronic pain with the hope of … Read more

Healthy Habits For Men’s Health

Two men jogging in a park

June is an important month for men’s health—it contains 7 days that shine a spotlight on the importance of men’s health: Men’s Health Week. Men’s Health Week aims to highlight, promote and support the health and wellbeing of men and boys in our communities. This year, the theme of Men’s Health Week is Healthy Habits … Read more

Local practice receives the mark of quality as an accredited practice

A commitment to excellent in patient care

Ringwood increased its community health credentials today when The Community Doctor Medical Centre received a national award of accreditation, demonstrating its commitment to quality and safety within its practice. The Community Doctor received this important recognition from Australian General Practice Accreditation Limited (AGPAL), the leading not-for-profit provider of general practice accreditation services within Australia. AGPAL … Read more

Children’s Health: Information on childhood immunisations with The Community Doctor

mother, doctor and baby graphic

Wanting to learn more about the National and Victorian Vaccine Schedule? Read more about it below. Vaccinating your child is essential to their health and well-being. Immunisations protect them from serious illness and disease. These vaccinations are free under the Australian National Immunisation Program. At The Community Doctor, we provide specialist advice and seasonal vaccinations … Read more