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GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Some services attract a fee, including ADHD assessment, forms and reports, privately purchased vaccines and consumables for some procedures.

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Confidential support, without judgement.

Whether you want to cut down, stop, or just talk it through, your GP is a confidential place to start. Support for families too. Bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.

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BillingBulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card
Your GPsDr Sasikala (Sasi) Hariharan, Dr Layth Almallah and others
BookingOnline any hour, or call (02) 6543 8424 from 8:00am
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pmBulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare cardNow accepting new patientsBook now (opens HotDoc in a new tab)

Good to know before you book.

  • Confidential

    Your health information is private and handled in line with our privacy policy.

    You do not need to tell reception why you are booking.

    Read our privacy policy

  • No judgement

    Your GP is there to help, not to judge.

    You set the pace of the conversation.

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  • Support for families

    Families and friends affected by someone else's use can get support too.

    Family Drug Support is on 1300 368 186.

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  • Bulk billed consultations

    GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.

    Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.

    See all fees

Find the care that fits.

Choose a topic to see what is involved, the questions people ask most, and how to book.

Starting the conversation.

Your GP can talk through your use and its effects, check your physical and mental health, and help you make a plan, whether that is cutting down or stopping. Support can include counselling, a mental health treatment plan, withdrawal support and referral to specialist services.

Stopping some substances suddenly can be unsafe, so talk to your GP first.

  1. Book a confidential appointment
  2. Talk it through with your GP
  3. Tests, treatment or referral if needed
  4. Follow-up and review
Who you will seeAny of our GPs, including Dr Sasikala (Sasi) Hariharan
What it costsGP consultations for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Is it safe to stop drinking suddenly?

For people who drink heavily, stopping suddenly can be dangerous. Talk to your GP first.

Will this go on my record?

Your health record is confidential and handled in line with our privacy policy.

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Your GPs.

Any of our GPs can help. These GPs list related areas among their interests. All are bulk billing GPs for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.

A consult room at Aberdeen Surgery

Make the most of your appointment.

A little preparation gives you and your GP more time for what matters to you.

What to bring

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What your care will cost.

GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.

We are a Medicare Bulk Billing Practice

  • Bulk billed

    GP consultations

    GP consultations for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.

  • Fee may apply

    Some items and procedures

    Some consumables, devices and privately purchased items. Reception will tell you first.

  • Set by the provider

    Other providers

    Pathology, imaging, allied health and specialists set their own fees.

We have joined MyMedicare.If you are registered here, your care is linked to the practice for continuity of care.About MyMedicare

If things change between visits.

Signs that need urgent help
  • Unconsciousness, very slow or noisy breathing, or someone who cannot be woken
  • Seizures, confusion, hallucinations or severe shaking during withdrawal
  • Chest pain, or a suspected overdose
  • Thoughts of suicide or harming yourself or others

Alcohol and other drugs questions, answered.

If yours is not here, call (02) 6543 8424 and reception will help.

  • Is it bulk billed?

    GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card. Where a fee applies, reception will tell you before your appointment.

  • Is it confidential?

    Yes. Your health information is handled in line with our privacy policy.

  • Can I just talk it through?

    Yes. You set the pace.

  • Is it bulk billed?

    GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients.

  • Are you accepting new patients?

    Yes. Aberdeen Surgery is currently accepting new patients. Book online any hour through HotDoc or call (02) 6543 8424.

Related reading and services.

This page is general health information. It is not advice about your own situation and does not replace a consultation with your doctor. In an emergency, call 000.

Alcohol and other drugs, close to home.

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Book online any hour, or call reception from 8:00am, Monday to Friday. Bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.