Category Archives: General

We Welcome Dr Dmitry Samokhin

Dr Dmitry Samokhin is final year ACRRM GP registrar.

He works as a GP anaesthetist at The Maitland Hospital and is joining us at Brook Medical Centre.

Dr Samokhin obtained a Graduate Diploma in Child Health by The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network and also has National Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health by Family Planning Alliance Australia.

Dr Samokhin  has special interest in non-opioid pain management and men’s health.

Outside of the medical practice Dr Samokhin enjoys spending time with family, motorcycle riding and target shooting.

Dr Samokhin will be working at Brook Medical Centre 3 days a week.

For an appointment with Dr Samokhin call 65431222 or book online via Hotdocs.

 

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The Bone Bus

The Bone Bus will be back at Brook Medical Centre on Monday 27th and Tuesday 28th of May.

Book an appointment with your GP for a referral to get a complete report from MeasureUp focusing on specific health markers and your body composition, helping you to stay healthier.

 

 

 

 

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We welcome Dr Thomas

Dr Thomas first sparked an interest in General Practice during medical school, where he found particular satisfaction in preventative and lifestyle medicine.

Dr Thomas also has a particular interest in Ear, Nose and Throat medicine.

Outside of hospital he enjoys both watching and playing football, as well as a general interest in most Australian sports.

Dr Thomas is available for appointments four days a week. Call 65431222 for an appointment or book via HotDocs

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We welcome Dr Leandra Griffiths

Dr Griffiths loves caring for people of all ages and backgrounds, being a doctor is her way of serving her community.

She has a special interest in women’s health, including pregnancy and post-partum care.

Dr Griffiths is also passionate about preventative medicine and encouraging patients to be their best selves.

In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her family in nature, especially at the beach.

Dr Griffiths will be available for appointments four days a week.

Call Brook Medical on 65431222 to book an appointment or book via Hotdocs

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Welcome Jake

Today we welcome Jake to our Team.

Jake spent some time with us last year for High School work experience.

Today, Jake starts his first official job in reception, his entry to working life. He is a whiz on the computer and now a valued member of our team.

Jake will be working with us every second  Thursday.

Welcome to Brook Medical Centre Jake.

 

 

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We welcome Dr Ashish Paul

We are happy to welcome Dr Ashish Kumar Paul to Brook Medical Centre.

Dr Ashish Paul completed his MBBS degree in 2013. Subsequently, he undertook the Australian Medical Council (AMC) exams, completing them by 2020 to commence medical practice in Australia. Throughout his career, he has gained invaluable experience working in six different major metropolitan hospitals across the country, allowing him to develop a diverse skill set and a deep understanding of various medical practices.

Dr Ashish Paul has a particular interest in minor surgery and handling related emergency cases, where he is committed to providing the highest standard of care to his patients.

Playing cricket, Gardening, fishing and spending time with his family –  he enjoys most.

Dr Ashish Paul will be available for appointments four days a week.

Call Brook Medical on 65431222 to book an appointment or book via HotDocs

 

 

 

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Dr Ismat Emu

We are happy to welcome back Dr Ismat.

Dr Ismat has been working as GP register for last 2 years in Hunter region and was working here at Brook Medical in 2022.

Before that she had worked 4 years in multiple hospitals, where she has worked in emergency department, geriatric medicine, mental health,  paediatric, hematology & general medicine.

Dr Ismat’s areas of interest in medicine are women’s health, mental health,  children’s health and managing chronic diseases.

When she is not working, she loves to spend time with her children.

She will be working Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays, phone 65431222 or book online via Hotdocs.

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Australia Day

We will be closed Friday 25th of January for the Australia Day Public Holiday

 

We will re open Monday 29th January at 8:30am for appointments and enquiries.

 

 

 

 

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Heart Health Awareness

This January and February we are wearing RED for Heart Health Awareness.

 

It’s never too early to start thinking about your risk factors for heart disease or discussing your family’s history with your GP.

While there are some risks you can’t change – like age, sex, family history of heart disease – there are other risks you can take steps towards reducing.

Take this online quiz to check on your Heart Health.

Colour in your own healthy heart

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Dr Rikard-Bell’s Retirement

Today marked the end of an era with the retirement of Dr Mark Rikard-Bell.
For 42 years he has been a stalwart in our community.
Rural medicine was his passion and we were the beneficiaries of his dedication and skill.
Today we held a morning tea for Dr Rikard-Bell with past and present staff, all sharing stories of the Dr Rikard-Bell we know and love.
Thank you for giving so much to so many.
Happy retirement – we will miss you.
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