We are ever willing to help our regular patients and visitors during convenient hours. However, we can understand illnesses do not always happen according to our convenience. Therefore, we have deputised our services out of hours to National Home Doctor Service, better known as 13SICK. Once you get the after-hours GP visit you, we shall automatically get an electronic report of your health summary sent in that instantly is attached to your health record at Ringwood Family Medical Centre. This ensures a continuity of care is established so we can take better care of your health.
This helpline is ONLY for URGENT medical attention. If it's an EMERGENCY, Dial 000 to go to the nearest hospital Emergency Department.
Call 13SICK (13 74 25) during these hours: Mon-Fri: 7pm-8am Sat: 1 pm onwards till Mon 8 am
Most urgent needs might be well managed with simple home remedies. If in doubt you can contact Nurse-led phone helpline, Health Direct 1800 022 222, to get instant advice on the phone and to decide whether you need a home doctor visit or need to go to the hospital.
Nearest Emergency Department: Maroondah Hospital, P: 1300 342 255 Nearest Private Hospital Emergency: Knox Private Hospital, P: 9210 7000
