❤️World Heart Day 2025

Head to our instagram or TkTok to hear from our Patient Advocate, Jess, who talks about World Heart Day.

Navigating Menopause

Menopause is a natural stage of life, but the physical and emotional changes can feel overwhelming. Both perimenopause (the transition leading up to menopause) and menopause can impact mental health, with many women experiencing mood swings, brain fog, low energy, anxiety, and changes in self-esteem.

Catch feelings.. not chlamydia

What Is Chlamydia? Chlamydia is an STI caused by Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria. It often doesn’t show symptoms, which is why it’s nicknamed the “silent infection.” But silent doesn’t mean harmless—if left untreated, chlamydia can cause complications like infertility or pelvic inflammatory dis

Healthy Brownies

Do you find yourself eating more snacks during isolation? Are you stuck for some sweet snack ideas that will keep you from reaching for the chocolate or biscuits? Try Loren (Dietitian) recipe for sweet potato brownies.

Banana & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Healthy Breakfast Idea recommended by Dietitian Loren

⚠️ Measles Outbreak in Victoria – What You Need to Know:

A measles outbreak has been identified in Victoria, with two new cases detected in metropolitan Melbourne. These cases had no history of overseas travel or known contact with other measles cases, meaning the virus is spreading locally.

Accepting Uncertainty

Practice owner and Occupational Therapist - Jonathon Somers takes a few minutes to discuss uncertainty and how this can produce unnecessary worry.

Plant based eating

There has been lots of discussion on the plant-based diet over the last few months due to the recent release of the Netflix documentary “Game Changers. Is it healthier? Does it reduce the risk of diet related disease? Does it improve athletic performance?

🧡 We're bringing the Life! program to our clinic – and it's free!

We were thrilled to welcome Wendy from Diabetes Victoria to our clinic this week to discuss the Life! program—a free, government-funded initiative designed to help Victorians reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.

Who’s excited for Spring but feeling a bit uneasy about pollen season? 🌸

From October (tomorrow!) to December, pollen is in full swing, and while avoiding it completely is tough, you can reduce its impact! Did you know that pollen granules, smaller than the width of a human hair, can trigger allergies when they get into the airways? Here's some tips on how to stay ahe

Medicines and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know - from Dr Nisha Iyer

If you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant, it's natural to have questions about which medicines are safe to use. Many medicines — including over-the-counter and herbal products — can cross from your body to your baby, so it's important to check before using anything new.

Women's Health - "stop putting up with painful symptoms"

Dr Nisha discusses Women's health. "It's time to stop putting up with symptoms, assuming that these are normal, or that nothing can be done about it."

Celebrating International Day of Kindness: A Simple Gesture Can Go a Long Way

At Next Practice Prahran, we believe in the power of small acts of kindness to create a ripple effect that can brighten someone's day and make our community a better place. In celebration of International Day of Kindness (also known as Random Act of Kindness Day).

10/12/2024 - the 76th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 🌍

At Next Practice Prahran, we believe that every individual has the right to autonomy, safety, health, and freedom from discrimination—cornerstones of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

🌟 Team Member Spotlight: Dr Sol Adibson - General Practitioner 🌟

With special interests in family medicine, mental health, skin procedures and women's health including IUD procedures, Dr Sol is a huge asset to our Prahran community!

IUD Procedures don't need to be as daunting as they seem

At Next Practice Prahran, we believe in making healthcare more accessible, affordable, and stress-free for everyone – and that includes contraception! 💗

Mental Health and your GP

So what does a mental health discussion look like with one of the GPs at Next Practice Prahran?

DIET, STRESS & YOUR SKIN

Did you know the condition of your skin can reflect what you put in your body. A number of chronic skin problems that you may be experiencing, from acne to dry skin can often be directly linked to your diet.

Escaping Winter Illness

Here are some tips for staying fit and healthy this winter, to shake off the chills and sluggishness and THRIVE!

World Immunization Week 2024

🌍💉✨ It's World Immunization Week 2024! At Next Practice, we're proud to let you know about our ongoing initiative, Next Aid, aimed at making a meaningful impact in maternal and neonatal health.

World Immunisation Week 2023

It's World Immunisation Week, and we want to remind everyone about the importance of vaccines! Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and they protect both individuals and communities.

Where in the world are you from?

Help our practice provide the best care to you and your family.

2024 Flu Vaccines Now Available!

🌟 Dr Lauren Healy and our team are excited to announce that the 2024 flu vaccines are now available at Next Practice Prahran! 🌟 Book your appointment online today to stay protected this flu season. Here's everything you need to know:

Understanding Mpox (Monkeypox) and the Importance of Vaccination

Next Practice Prahran is taking proactive steps to protect the community by offering the Mpox (Monkeypox) vaccine to all eligible individuals.

Heel Pain - How can we help?

How the doctors in Next Practice Prahran can help you with your heel pain.

Welcome Dr Sol Adibson!

Exciting News Alert! 🎉 Welcoming Dr. Sol Adibson to our Next Practice Prahran family! 🌟

What's the team currently reading?

How wholesome is this candid snap of Dr Lauren and Sunny enjoying a book on their lunch break? Totally unplanned, but too cute not to share! 💛

🚨 Supporting Diabetes Management with FreeStyle Libre

At our practice, we understand how important it is to manage diabetes effectively and comfortably. That’s why we offer the FreeStyle Libre Glucose Monitor to trial, a sensor-based technology that helps you track your blood glucose levels without the need for routine finger pricks.

Happy Primary Health Care Nurses Day! 💖

Join us in celebrating our incredible practice nurses, Amelia, Kiki & Sheri. Thank you for the invaluable impact you make every day!

🌏 World Hepatitis Day was yesterday (July 28… we’re fashionably late)

.. but the message is just as important today.

Care Plans - what they are and are not

Have you heard a lot about "Care Plans" or "Chronic Disease Management Plans" or "Team Care Arrangements"? This article will explain what they are and aren't.

🕒 Daylight Saving Costing You Sleep?

If you’re feeling a little out of sorts this week, you’re not alone! Daylight saving ended last weekend (Sunday 6 April), and even gaining an extra hour can throw off your sleep cycle.

Meet the Dietitian Brittany Andreola

Qualifications: Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Sports Dietitian Available: Wednesdays Special interests: Performance Nutrition (recreational and elite), Disordered and Eating Disorders and Preventative Nutriti

Have a question about your health, appointments, or anything in between? No question is too small or too silly. 🌟

Our friendly Patient Advocates Sofia & Sunny are here to help you feel informed and supported every step of the way.

My Medicare

Registration in MyMedicare will provide a formal signal to your practice and your GP that you see them as your regular care team and will help them provide better coordinated and continuous healthcare.

At the heart of our clinic is our amazing team, working together to make your experience as comfortable as possible. 💛

Our 'living room' front desk is designed with a welcoming, circular layout, breaking down the barriers of a typical clinic.

February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️

Do you know the signs?

Have you seen Dr Kieran Hadler’s mode of transport around the clinic?🛴

Check out our TikTok for more behind-the-scenes moments from the team!

2025 Flu Vaccines Available!

Our 2025 flu vaccines are now available for $20, with bulk-billed consults for Medicare cardholders. Government funded vaccines also available for eligible patients.

Navigating Follow-Up Appointments: A Guide to Transparency and Patient Empowerment

In our commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, we appreciate the feedback from the patients on topics like charging transparency, disclosure, and the significance of follow-up appointments. We understand the importance of clear communication and aim to shed light on the reasons behind our

A conversation could change a life

Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut and Ask R U OK? #RUOK? Day 2020.

Now Offering SkinPen Microneedling

SkinPen Precision is a microneedling device that utilises Collagen Induction Therapy to treat acne scars and fine lines & wrinkles on the face and neck.

🌈 This #nationalcomingoutday, we stand proud as allies and supporters of the LGBTQI+ community. 💙💜💚

Coming out is a deeply personal journey, and we acknowledge the courage it takes to be your authentic self. Whether today or any other day, we honor those who choose to share their stories and those who may not feel safe to do so just yet. 🌟

Recovering From Trauma

Next from our clinic blog series “from the doctor’s chair”, we chat with resident GP Dr Vicki Nahamkes about the effects of trauma and the 4 stages of recovery.

Let’s stand together for visibility, inclusion, and pride. 💜✨

🌈 Our team was and is proud to celebrate Trans Day of Visibility on the 31st of March (and everyday) —a day to honor and uplift transgender, gender diverse, and non-binary communities by recognizing their experiences, achievements, and contributions.

Jeans for Genes 👖

1 in 20 Aussie kids face a birth defect or genetic disease...

Dr Lauren Healy & Patient Advocate Jess talk periods.

What’s normal?

Sexual Health Screening

What is a Sexual Health Screening? Also known as a sexual health check-up or STD/STI testing, involves a series of tests and examinations to assess an individual's sexual health status and detect the presence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or diseases (STDs).

Accessing ADHD Medications Guide

Navigating ADHD medication prescriptions can feel complex, so here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process with your GP:

Just because this photo of Dr Lauren Healy is as lovely as she is!

A big shoutout to Dr Lauren for being such a joy to work with every day – her kindness and care brightens the clinic! 🌟 Special interests: Women's health, children's health, sexual health, and eating disorders.

📱💻 Did you know we offer telehealth appointments?

Whether you prefer a phone or video consultation, we’ve got you covered!

Introducing Dr Marcus Chen

"I am especially passionate about guiding patients in their health journey by providing the knowledge necessary for people to best manage their own health."

Your Care Plan Appointment

This article will explain what your care plan appointment will involve.

“Core-to-Floor” therapy while lying down and listening to a podcast?

At Next Practice Prahran, we’re excited to offer EMSculpt NEO, a non-invasive treatment designed to strengthen muscles, support recovery, and enhance overall well-being—all while you relax.

Tele-Health Phone Consults

We now offer telehealth (telephone) consults over the phone.

Wellness Appointments

It's time to prioritise your health and wellness. A Wellness Appointment gives you and your GP space to have an open-minded discussion and create an individualised wellness plan.

Worried you haven't had your Flu Vaccine? It's not too late!

Vaccination is key to protecting yourself, your friends, family, and communities from the flu. It's never too late to get vaccinated! 🛡️ The yearly flu vaccine is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over and is free for h

Meet Dr Gihan de Mel

Dr Gihan joins the team of specialist General Practitioners.

This one is for our fellow healthcare colleagues! 👋

Our very own Dr Gihan De Mel will be speaking alongside an inspiring line-up of healthcare innovators at the upcoming @smecai1 Healthcare Innovation Roundtable in Sydney.

Farewell Dr Nick!

In case you missed it in our latest newsletter, we’ll soon be saying goodbye to Dr Nick Titheridge, who will be finishing up at our clinic at the start of August, as he relocates to the beautiful coastal town of Torquay.

We spy Dr Gihan de Mel shaping the future of healthcare!

Over the weekend, our very own Dr Gihan attended the 2025 RACGP Hackathon in Sydney — a space where GPs, technologists, and entrepreneurs came together to rethink and reimagine the future of primary care.

The Great Sarcoma Plankathon

This July, our team at Next Practice is proudly supporting Emily Somers and her incredible mission to raise awareness and funds for sarcoma research through the Great Sarcoma Plankathon.

Your Feedback Matters! 🌟

We understand that waiting can be frustrating, and we want to make your experience with us as smooth as possible. To address this concern, we are improving our systems.

🚀 Always Innovating in Health Tech! 🚀

Dr Gihan is on the ground at the HIMSS25 Global Health Conference & Exhibition in Las Vegas—one of the biggest events shaping the future of healthcare technology! 🌍💡

Newborn and Paediatric Appointments

Often families find standard or even long appointments are not enough time to thoroughly address particular concerns for their little ones. At Next Practice Prahran, Dr Lauren Healy offers these longer appointments as way to address specific concerns parents may have for themselves or their children, without feeling rushed.

TikTok Health Hacks - are they safe?

Hi, my name is Sofia and I am a Patient Advocate at Next Practice Prahran. 👋🏼

Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTOP)

Next Practice Prahran offers Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTOP), commonly known as abortion.

The importance of having regular skin checks

Australia has one of the highest incidences of skin cancer in the world. Approximately two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the time they are 70 with this number increasing each year.

HIV s100

Did you know doctors at Next Practice Prahran are HIV s100 Prescribers?

Knocked your head?

Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is an injury to the brain which results in interference with normal brain function. It is also known as a concussion. Owner and Occupational Therapist, Jonathon Somers discusses the symptoms and recovery time below.

World Blood Donor Day - 14th June

Did you know that as little as one blood donation in your lifetime can save up to three lives? During this time of uncertainty it is crucial we are doing everything we can to support our communities, and this includes giving blood if we are healthy. Australia needs more than 29,000 donations

Preventative health measures 19-39

Between the ages of 19 to 39 is a great time to focus on prevention of major health issues that could arise later in life. We know life is busy and prioritising your health can sometimes be pushed to the side. You might not be able to see the direct result of a preventive health check but your future self will thank you for one.

Don’t forget your seasonal flu shot!

Now available at Next Practice Prahran

Its OK not to be Okay

It’s estimated that around 1 in 5 Australians are currently battling with some form of mental health issue.

Preventative Care Health Check

Everyone has individual health goals, unique to them. Therefore, being ‘healthy’ can mean different things to different people. As life gets busy and you get older early signs of chronic disease are more likely to develop. Preventative health checks conducted at the right time aim to detect, reduce or prevent the effects of disease leaving you healthier and happier to do the things you want and need to do. Because after all, it’s easier to stay-well than get-well and that’s why screening and health checks are important.

We’re thrilled to introduce EmSculpt Neo at Next Practice Prahran, in collaboration with Dr Emir Ashour!

Stronger. Healthier. More Confident. 💪✨

Spot Meditations

The benefits of mindfulness meditation include calming the mind, relaxing the body, improving sleep and focus, and learning to respond to life’s inevitable stressors with greater ease and less reactivity.

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride Month from all of us at Next Practice Prahran

Pride is more than a celebration—it’s a reflection of who we are and what we stand for. Our clinic is built on values of inclusion, respect, and community, and we are proud to stand alongside our lgbtqia+ patients, families, and team—not just this month, but every day.

Next Practice Prahran is a family safe practice

A Multilingual and Diverse Medical Team at Next Practice Prahran

Embracing Linguistic Diversity: Next Practice Prahran's Multilingual Medical Team.

Embracing Diversity: Next Practice Prahran, Your Queer/LGBTIQA+ Friendly Healthcare Haven!

🌈 Welcome to Next Practice Prahran, where your health is our priority, and your identity is celebrated! 🌟

Easy, Onsite Holter Monitoring available at Next Practice Prahran

Hi, I’m Nurse Amelia! Did you know we offer a 24-hour Holter monitor service right here at Next Practice Prahran? This small, comfortable device is easy to wear and helps us monitor your heart's activity throughout the day.

Common conditions we work with

Together as a team, the doctors at Next Practice Prahran can provide a multitude of services and treat a number of health concerns as well as provide preventative health advice.

Next Practice Prahran is now on TikTok! 🎬

As part of our mission to connect with our community, we’re jumping into the world of TikTok.

Paw-on-the-Door

Friendly canines now welcome in Next Practice Prahran.

Granny’s Remedies for a Cold: The Science

Dr George Somers, Next Practice Prahran

Did you know?

Did you know that before being a medical practice, this iconic building was a famous live music venue?

Why see a Dietitian?

Dietitian's are professionals with the qualifications and skills to provide expert nutrition and dietary advice. They translate the latest scientific information into practical advice about what to eat. They are your health coach for all things yummy!

Next Practice Prahran - A Yellow Fever Accredited Practice

Yellow fever vaccinations must be provided by an approved yellow fever vaccination clinic.

Menopause Symptom Chart

Menopause is a natural process with treatments that focus on symptomatic relief. Below is a self administered questionnaire. A score over 15 should be further discussed with your doctor.

What it means to be rare

Did you know? 300 million people are living with a rare disease worldwide Over 6,000 different rare diseases 72% of rare diseases are genetic 70% of those genetic rare diseases start in childhood

It’s time for Ovary-Action

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is held annually in February to raise awareness of Ovarian cancer and to acknowledge and support women diagnosed with ovarian cancer and their loved ones who are also affected.

What to do if I wake up with covid-19 symptoms?

You only need to have one of the below symptoms to qualify for testing.

THE PRICE OF THE DEVICE

This week “from the doctor’s chair” Dr Vicki Nahamkes looks at the serious effects that phone addiction can have on all the family

Pathology

We are fortunate to have ‘Australian Clinical Labs’ collection centre adjacent to the clinic. They are our preferred pathology that offer a wide range of pathology investigations. Most tests can be performed on a walk in basis, but it is worth checking with your doctor or the collection centre in