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Discover the latest health news, practice updates, and wellness insights from our team at Madison Medical Practice Northbridge. Our dedicated healthcare professionals share valuable information to help you stay informed about important health topics, new services, and achievements within our practice community.

Nov. 30, 2022

The official opening of the Madison Medical Practice Northbridge

The official opening of the Madison Medical Practice Northbridge! On the 28th of November the Madison Medical Practice was officially commemorated by the Treasurer of NSW and Energy Minister, The Hon Matt Kean. The opening was celebrated by family, friends, business partners and local business owners of Northbridge. Northbridge is the 4th Madison Medical Practice

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Nov. 30, 2022

How Effective is my Contraceptive Method?

How Effective is my Contraceptive Method? Dr Jung Yoon Huh, Medical Principal of Northbridge explains. Did you know that 1 in 4 pregnancies are unplanned in Australia? More than half of these pregnancies happened because women were not on any contraception. The failure rate was also higher in those using oral contraceptive pills or condoms

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General Practitioner Introduction – Dr Arander

Dr Kawisha Arander We are delighted to announce that Dr Kawisha Arander has joined The Madison Medical Practice Northbridge, she will slowly transition from the St Ives practice over the coming months. Kawisha is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College or General Practitioners. She graduated from her Medical Degree at UNSW in 2016 with

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Iron Deficiency in Pregnancy – Dr Ying Yu's Latest Article

Please read Dr Ying Yu's latest article – on Iron Deficiency in Pregnancy Iron deficiency anaemia(IDA) is a common condition in pregnancy that can have significant adverse effects on the health of mother and baby. Pregnant women with IDA are at greater risk of blood transfusion, life-threatening bleeding, fetal growth restriction, preterm birth and perinatal

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Apr. 30, 2021

Hepatitis B – Could it be me? Dr Jung-Yoon Huh explains

Nowadays, not a day goes by without hearing about COVID-19 in one way or another. As a GP, I get asked questions about current recommendations and safety of vaccination especially now that our practice started a COVID-19 vaccine clinic every Tuesday. The NSW government continues to support its rollout of AstraZeneca vaccine over the age

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Feb. 17, 2021

Electronic Prescriptions now available

The Madison Medical Practices at Northbridge offer Electronic Prescription services for all our patients. With the COVID-19 Pandemic the Government has been busy to rollout this technology to compliment the telehealth access and ease of attaining medicines safely. What this means is that you can now attain a digital version of a paper prescription, on

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Festive Closing & Opening Times 2020/21

Community Announcement – The Madison Medical Practices will be closed for the festive period from 4.00pm Thursday the 24th of December and will reopen on Monday 4th of January 2021. During this time if you require medical attention please go to your closest Hospital emergency departments, or call 137425 the National Home Doctors service during

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May. 27, 2020

Don't Let your Healthcare needs go Unchecked!

Your healthcare is our priority, and our health professionals are dedicated and focused to ensure your best health needs are cared for during this pandemic. We have taken all safety precautions and now provide many options to ensure you have adequate medical care, provided to you with empathy and respect. As you may be aware

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Over 65 yrs ? Have you FREE FLU shot today

Over 65 years of age? Don’t let your health be at risk over winter, have your free government funded flu shot today. Administered by our experienced nurses daily. Your safety and care is paramount during this crisis and all staff are here to help you. Call 9000-9955 or book online via our website or HealthEngine

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Mar. 20, 2020

5th Covid Booster Dose – UPDATE 2023

ATAGI recommends a 2023 COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for adults in the following groups, if their last COVID-19 vaccine dose or confirmed infection (whichever is the most recent) was 6 months ago or longer, and regardless of the number of prior doses received: All adults aged 65 years and over Adults aged 18-64 years who

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Jul. 31, 2019

Is it Anxiety…or something else?

What is anxiety? Anxiety is our body’s way of saying – “something is not right.” Everybody has experienced anxiety at some time or other. It occurs when we have a test, when we need to perform or step outside our comfort zone. Everyone has experienced the feeling of butterflies in their stomach or feeling worried.

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Jul. 31, 2019

Early intervention- Why it’s so important

The early years of a child’s life are the most significant for building strong communication and language skills. This is because, during the first three years of life, a child’s brain is developing at a rapid rate and the child is extremely receptive to learning. A child’s relationships and experiences during their early years greatly

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Five healthcare professionals standing together in a clinic reception area

Nov. 30, 2022

The official opening of the Madison Medical Practice Northbridge

The official opening of the Madison Medical Practice Northbridge! On the 28th of November the Madison Medical Practice was officially commemorated by the Treasurer of NSW and Energy Minister, The Hon Matt Kean. The opening was celebrated by family, friends, business partners and local business owners of Northbridge. Northbridge is the 4th Madison Medical Practice

View All News

Contraceptive pills, condoms, IUD and syringe arranged on a blue surface

Nov. 30, 2022

How Effective is my Contraceptive Method?

How Effective is my Contraceptive Method? Dr Jung Yoon Huh, Medical Principal of Northbridge explains. Did you know that 1 in 4 pregnancies are unplanned in Australia? More than half of these pregnancies happened because women were not on any contraception. The failure rate was also higher in those using oral contraceptive pills or condoms

View All News

General Practitioner Introduction – Dr Arander

Dr Kawisha Arander We are delighted to announce that Dr Kawisha Arander has joined The Madison Medical Practice Northbridge, she will slowly transition from the St Ives practice over the coming months. Kawisha is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College or General Practitioners. She graduated from her Medical Degree at UNSW in 2016 with

View All News

Iron Deficiency in Pregnancy – Dr Ying Yu's Latest Article

Please read Dr Ying Yu's latest article – on Iron Deficiency in Pregnancy Iron deficiency anaemia(IDA) is a common condition in pregnancy that can have significant adverse effects on the health of mother and baby. Pregnant women with IDA are at greater risk of blood transfusion, life-threatening bleeding, fetal growth restriction, preterm birth and perinatal

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Illustration of red blood cells flowing through a blood vessel

Apr. 30, 2021

Hepatitis B – Could it be me? Dr Jung-Yoon Huh explains

Nowadays, not a day goes by without hearing about COVID-19 in one way or another. As a GP, I get asked questions about current recommendations and safety of vaccination especially now that our practice started a COVID-19 vaccine clinic every Tuesday. The NSW government continues to support its rollout of AstraZeneca vaccine over the age

View All News

Promotional graphic for electronic prescriptions with assorted pills and The Madison Medical Practice branding

Feb. 17, 2021

Electronic Prescriptions now available

The Madison Medical Practices at Northbridge offer Electronic Prescription services for all our patients. With the COVID-19 Pandemic the Government has been busy to rollout this technology to compliment the telehealth access and ease of attaining medicines safely. What this means is that you can now attain a digital version of a paper prescription, on

View All News

Festive Closing & Opening Times 2020/21

Community Announcement – The Madison Medical Practices will be closed for the festive period from 4.00pm Thursday the 24th of December and will reopen on Monday 4th of January 2021. During this time if you require medical attention please go to your closest Hospital emergency departments, or call 137425 the National Home Doctors service during

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Doctor consulting with a patient across a desk, with a stethoscope in the foreground

May. 27, 2020

Don't Let your Healthcare needs go Unchecked!

Your healthcare is our priority, and our health professionals are dedicated and focused to ensure your best health needs are cared for during this pandemic. We have taken all safety precautions and now provide many options to ensure you have adequate medical care, provided to you with empathy and respect. As you may be aware

View All News

Over 65 yrs ? Have you FREE FLU shot today

Over 65 years of age? Don’t let your health be at risk over winter, have your free government funded flu shot today. Administered by our experienced nurses daily. Your safety and care is paramount during this crisis and all staff are here to help you. Call 9000-9955 or book online via our website or HealthEngine

View All News

Illustration of virus particles in blue and green under magnification

Mar. 20, 2020

5th Covid Booster Dose – UPDATE 2023

ATAGI recommends a 2023 COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for adults in the following groups, if their last COVID-19 vaccine dose or confirmed infection (whichever is the most recent) was 6 months ago or longer, and regardless of the number of prior doses received: All adults aged 65 years and over Adults aged 18-64 years who

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Three road signs reading stressed, anxious and worried against a clear blue sky

Jul. 31, 2019

Is it Anxiety…or something else?

What is anxiety? Anxiety is our body’s way of saying – “something is not right.” Everybody has experienced anxiety at some time or other. It occurs when we have a test, when we need to perform or step outside our comfort zone. Everyone has experienced the feeling of butterflies in their stomach or feeling worried.

View All News

Young child in pink dress holding toy phone, suggesting baby and child health support

Jul. 31, 2019

Early intervention- Why it’s so important

The early years of a child’s life are the most significant for building strong communication and language skills. This is because, during the first three years of life, a child’s brain is developing at a rapid rate and the child is extremely receptive to learning. A child’s relationships and experiences during their early years greatly

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