Protection for every age.
Childhood, flu, pregnancy and adult vaccines, with free National Immunisation Program vaccines for eligible people. Our nurse can help you catch up.
Good to know before you book.
Free for eligible people
Vaccines on the National Immunisation Program are free for eligible people.
Some vaccines, such as many travel vaccines, are bought privately.
Book a vaccination (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Check your record
Your vaccinations are recorded on the Australian Immunisation Register, which you can view through Medicare online.
Bring your record if you have one.
Book a vaccination (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Wait 15 minutes after
Please stay at the surgery for 15 minutes after a vaccine.
This is standard practice for safety.
Call (02) 6543 8424Bulk 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.
Vaccines across life.
The National Immunisation Program provides free vaccines for babies and children, school students, pregnant people, older adults and others at higher risk. A flu vaccine is recommended every year for everyone from six months of age.
Our nurse and GPs can check your record and help you catch up on anything missed.
- Book a vaccination
- Talk it through with your GP
- Tests, treatment or referral if needed
- Follow-up and review
Which vaccines are free for older adults?
Flu from 65, shingles from 65 and pneumococcal from 70, for eligible people.
Can adults catch up on missed vaccines?
Yes. Your GP or nurse can check your record and plan catch-up doses.
Common questions.
Common side effects such as a sore arm, mild fever or tiredness usually pass within a day or two. Serious reactions are rare, which is why you are asked to stay for 15 minutes after your vaccine.
Tell us about any previous reactions, allergies, pregnancy or health conditions before your vaccine.
- Book a vaccination
- Talk it through with your GP
- Tests, treatment or referral if needed
- Follow-up and review
Can I have a vaccine if I am unwell?
A mild cold is usually fine. If you have a fever, it may be better to wait.
Are travel vaccines free?
Many travel vaccines are bought privately. Reception will tell you the cost.
The numbers worth knowing.
Key facts about screening and care, at a glance.
65years
Free flu and shingles vaccines from
For eligible people.
70years
Free pneumococcal vaccine from
For eligible people.
15minutes
Wait after a vaccine
Standard practice for safety.
Vaccines by age.
Free National Immunisation Program vaccines that generally apply at different ages. Move the slider to see what is relevant.
65years
General information about Australian programs, not a personal plan. Talk it through with your GP.
- Childhood scheduleFree vaccines from birth to 4 years. See our Children's health page for the timeline.
- School vaccinesHPV and boosters in Year 7, and meningococcal ACWY in Year 10.
- Flu vaccine every yearRecommended for everyone from 6 months; free for children under 5, people 65 and over, pregnant people and other eligible groups.
- Shingles vaccineFree for eligible people aged 65 and over.
- Pneumococcal vaccineFree for people aged 70 and over.
Everyone involved, around you.
Your care can involve more than one person. Choose a part of your care team to see how it fits together.
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.
Chronic disease including diabetes and heart health, asthma and COPD, and healthy ageing.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Female GP. Women's health, children's health, mental health and preventive care.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Female GP Registrar. Chronic disease, women's health and care of older adults.
Book with this GP (opens HotDoc in a new tab)Chronic disease, skin health, and women's, men's and children's health.
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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.
Bulk billed
Free vaccines
National Immunisation Program vaccines for eligible people.
Bulk billed
GP consultations
GP consultations for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
Fee may apply
Bought privately
Many travel vaccines and some other vaccines. Reception will tell you the cost.
If things change between visits.
- Getting worse?(02) 6543 8424Call reception and tell them things have changed, so you can be seen at the right time.
- When we are closed1800 022 222healthdirect, for health advice any time of day or night. Pregnancy, Birth and Baby is on 1800 882 436.
- In an emergency000Chest pain, pressure or tightness, or sudden breathlessness. The nearest emergency departments are at Muswellbrook and Scone hospitals.
Signs that need urgent help
- Chest pain, pressure or tightness, or sudden breathlessness
- A severe asthma attack: struggling to breathe or speak, or blue lips
- Confusion, drowsiness or collapse in someone with diabetes
- A severe allergic reaction after a vaccine or medicine
Immunisation 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.
Are vaccines free?
Vaccines on the National Immunisation Program are free for eligible people. Some, such as many travel vaccines, are bought privately.
Do I need to stay after?
Yes, for 15 minutes.
Can I see my vaccination record?
Yes, through the Australian Immunisation Register via your Medicare online account.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. Aberdeen Surgery is currently accepting new patients. Book online any hour through HotDoc or call (02) 6543 8424.
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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.
Immunisation, close to home.
Book online any hour, or call reception from 8:00am, Monday to Friday. Bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.