If you are 70 or over, you may have heard from us recently. We have been contacting all our patients in this age group to invite them in to discuss their eligibility for a bone density scan — and we want to explain why this matters. Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease. It rarely causes symptoms until something breaks. By the time a fracture happens — a wrist, a hip, a vertebra — bone loss is usually well advanced. The good news is that osteoporosis is highly treatab

The early years are an extraordinary time of growth and development, and they go by quickly. Regular check-ups with your GP are one of the simplest, most effective ways to support your child's healthy start — picking up any concerns early, keeping immunisations on track, and giving you space to ask the questions that come up between visits. At Gordon Village General Practice, we love seeing little ones, and all of our GPs are happy to care for babies, children and families. W

ADHD care in NSW is changing. New reforms are gradually allowing GPs with specialist training to play a much bigger role in ADHD diagnosis and prescribing — taking pressure off long psychiatric waitlists and bringing care closer to home. At Gordon Village General Practice, we are pleased to share that Dr Sarah Saw is an ADHD continuation prescriber under these new arrangements. What does this mean for our patients? If you already have a formal ADHD diagnosis from a psychiatri

Perimenopause and menopause are a major life transition, and they deserve proper attention. With the right information and support, this stage of life can be a turning point for your long-term wellbeing — a chance to invest in your health, energy, and how you feel in your body for the decades ahead. What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is the hormonal transition leading up to your final period. It can begin in your late 30s or early 40s, often well before periods become irreg

If you are 75 or older, you are entitled to a comprehensive Health Assessment with your GP every 12 months under Medicare. At Gordon Village General Practice, we see this as one of the most valuable appointments of the year — a dedicated chance to step back and look at the whole picture of your health, rather than focusing on just one problem. What is the 75+ Health Assessment? It is a longer, in-depth appointment designed specifically for older Australians. We take time to r