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Important Note

Eastern Shore Doctors Lauderdale Closure

Dear Patients,

As you’re aware, with several of our long-serving doctors recently retired, others relocating, and Australia’s GP shortage making attracting new doctors extremely difficult, Eastern Shore Doctors Lauderdale will be closing.

The final day of appointments at our Lauderdale location will be 31st May 2024.

Eastern Shore Doctors Bellerive cannot realistically accept all Lauderdale patients and still provide an adequate service. We will aim to prioritise those with the most urgent care needs.

As a valued patient, you have options for the future of your care.

  • Lauderdale Medical Centre will soon open at the current Lauderdale location (444 South Arm Road). To register for the waiting list for this new clinic, please visit their website at https://www.lauderdalemc.com.au/

The following nearby clinics are accepting new patients and have immediate availability:

Other clinics in the local area are also accepting new patients, including:

We can assist in transferring your medical records if you would prefer to move to one of these clinics, or another of your choosing.

We’ll continue working closely with patients over the coming weeks to amend appointments for those who move to Bellerive and transfer medical records for those who’d prefer to move to a new clinic.

Whatever you choose, our friendly staff are here to help.

Thank you for your support and understanding as we work through this solution that will enable us to continue serving the local community. As always, the health and wellbeing of patients remains our central priority.

 

Patient Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is Eastern Shore Doctors Lauderdale closing?

With several of our long-serving doctors recently retired and others relocating, Eastern Shore Doctors Lauderdale has been reviewing a range of options to ensure we can continue to serve our community. Despite efforts to actively recruit for some time, Australia’s GP shortage has made attracting new doctors extremely difficult. As such, Eastern Shore Doctors Lauderdale will be closing on 31st May.

Continuing your care:

Q. What if I want to stay with the newly announced Lauderdale Medical Centre? 

Lauderdale Medical Centre will be operated by the owners of The Lindisfarne Clinic. To register for the waiting list for this new clinic, please visit their website at https://www.lauderdalemc.com.au/

Q: Is my doctor moving to the Bellerive location?

As a valued patient, you have options for the future of your care. Should you wish to make your next appointment at Bellerive, the following doctors are also making the move:

  • Dr Pierre Receveaux and Dr Ed Foley will be available for appointments at Bellerive.
  • We hope to have Dr Sally Peacock join us at the Bellerive clinic after she returns to work from her parental leave.

Q: I have urgent care needs and would like to move my appointments to the Bellerive location. What do I need to do?

We’ll be working closely with patients with urgent care needs over the coming weeks to amend appointments for those who wish to move with us to Bellerive. If you have an upcoming appointment, please speak to our reception team in person or call the clinic on (03) 6245 0300.

Q: Do you have any other medical centres nearby?

Yes, we have medical centres at Rosny Park, Sorell, in the CBD, and at Sandy Bay that are all accepting new patients.

We can assist in transferring your medical records if you would prefer to move to one of these clinics or another of your choosing.

Q: What do I need to do to have my medical records transferred to another practice?

To transfer your records, please follow the steps below.

Step 1: Contact your new clinic and request a transfer of medical records form.

Step 2: Complete the form and sign it.

Step 3: Your new clinic will need to email this request form to our Assistant Practice Manager, Tiarne at tiarne.longo@easternshoredoctors.com.au.

Step 4: Tiarne will liaise with your new clinic and facilitate the records transfer.

Q: Can you provide me with my medical records?

For privacy reasons, patient records cannot be released directly to patients. However, if you would like our friendly reception team to transfer your healthcare records to another practice, please complete a transfer request form from your new clinic.