December 07, 2020

Are you due for a Cervical Screening (Pap) Test?

Call Southern Forests Medical Centre on 9777 2293 to book in and secure your spot in our upcoming Clinic which will be held on Wednesday the 8th of December from 8.30am to 10.30am. 

October 18, 2020

Aged 50 - 74? A simple bowel test could save your life. Screening for cancer means finding early cancer before symptoms develop. Screening does not diagnose cancer - it identifies people who need more tests to find out if cancer is present. Early detection of bowel cancer significantly improves the chances of successful treatment. The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program  invites eligible people starting at age 50 and continuing to age 74 (without symptoms) to screen for bowel cancer using a free, simple test at home. If you participate in the program, your results will be sent to you and your nominated doctor in the mail.  Most people that are tested are likely to have a negative result (93%). 

April 30, 2018

The old Peter's Creameries has been transformed to our new, purpose built surgery.  We are now located at 4 Lock Street which is on the corner of Lock and Rose Streets.  Our new building has a spacious waiting room (come and see the little people lights), outdoor sitting area, 5 doctor consulting rooms, nurse health assessment room, allied health rooms, pathology (coming soon), audiology and in the heart of our building are the nurses stations.  Plenty of parking (35 bays including 2 disabled) as well.  For an appointment please phone 9777 2293 or book online.

July 27, 2017

Southern Forests Medical Centre has been awarded $300,000 from the Rural General Practice Grants Program.  This federal government grant is aimed at assisting in providing additional space to increase local health services and teaching opportunities for GP Registrars and medical students within Manjimup. Since our opening 2 years ago, we have already had many GP Registrars/medical students.  We are very excited about receiving this grant that will allow us to increase our involvement in training GPs to see what a wonderful area and community Manjimup is. 

April 16, 2017

According to the latest evidence, the preferred time in WA is from May to mid-June. Protection from the vaccine starts to decrease from 3-4 months and for WA the flu season is generally August. There are exceptions. People should be vaccinated if travelling to areas where there is an earlier flu season (this includes northern WA) and pregnant women (check with your GP). 
FREE government funded vaccines are available under the Immunise Australia Program to:

➢ Anyone aged 65 years and over
➢ All children aged between six months and less than 5 years 
➢ ATSI people aged 15 years and over
➢ Pregnant women
➢ Anyone with a pre-existing medical condition that can lead to severe influenza (check with your GP).
Southern Forests Medical Centre offers a walk-in service for flu vaccines. If you do not meet the requirements for a free flu vaccine, the cost is $14.95 (including GST). Private flu vaccines are now available. Please phone 9777 2293 for more information.

January 03, 2017

Each January, many health and wellness resolutions are made.  Big goals are set like losing weight, exercise more, quit smoking, eat healthy and taking better care of your health.  The problem with broad goals is simply that – they are too difficult to achieve.  Setting more specific resolutions have a better chance of success.

Southern Forests Medical Centre offers a wide range of services that may help you achieve this. A GP can counsel on a range of health subjects including how to quit smoking, weight loss or be able to advise you of other health professionals that could guide you on achieving your goals. We also offer a range of preventative health clinics including skin cancer checks, health assessments, diabetes education, asthma monitoring, cancer screening and coordinated management plans. 

Set your resolutions, book an appointment (9777 2293) to discuss any health goals with your GP and put the plan into action.  Have a very Happy and Healthy 2017!

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.  

Our regular opening hours are Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm.  

Closed on:    Tuesday, 25th December 2018

                     Wednesday, 25th December 2018

                     Tuesday, 1st January 2019

August 23, 2018

Southern Forests Medical Centre is now 3 year old!  We wish to thank our staff and patients for all their support over the past years.  Without the assistance of so many wonderful people, we would not have been able to grow as quickly as we have.  Hoping the next year brings good health to all.

April 04, 2016

FREE Government Funded Quadrivalent Flu Vaccinations are now available for:
* Anyone aged 65 years or over
* All children aged between 6 months to 5 years
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 15 years and over
* All pregnant women
* Have a pre-existing chronic medical condition (eg diabetes, heart disease, severe asthma, etc)
If you are not in one of the above categories, the cost for the quadrivalent flu vaccine is $22.50 (incl GST). Corporate rates available ($19.75). Flu shots are available Monday to Friday, WALK-IN (no appointment needed).

February 20, 2016

Southern Forests Medical Centre Golf Day at Manjimup Golf Course 
Thank you to all the golfers that took part yesterday. It was a great field with perfect weather for golf.

Prize winners:
1st: Peter Taylor
2nd: John Rozendaal
3rd: Jack Puffler

1st: Robyn Kristoffersson (Women's)

Congratulations to those who won prizes and to everyone that participated. A very enjoyable day!

January 04, 2016

Bone Density Van in Manjimup (Warren Districts Hospital)
11-15 January 2015
This is essential screening for anyone over the age of 70. GP referral needed for the scan to be bulk billed. Great opportunity to have the scan done locally. Please support.

December 17, 2015

What a fantastic weekend at the Cherry Festival and especially today at the Long Table Lunch. Such fantastic food and great company in one of the most beautiful places.