A safe space to talk
Residential aged care GP visit
1A Kullaiba Rd, Kotara NSW 2289
Facility visits, medication reviews, chronic care and care planning
Online or by phone
Smith Street Medical Centre provides GP care for residents living in aged care facilities in Kotara. We visit residents in the place they call home and work to understand each person’s health needs, history, preferences and ongoing care priorities.
Residential aged care GP support may include scheduled facility visits, acute care when required, chronic disease management, medication reviews, preventive health checks, routine assessments, palliative and end-of-life care, and coordination with specialists and allied health services.
Families and care teams looking for a residential aged care GP in Kotara, an aged care facility doctor in Kotara, or nursing home GP support in Kotara can contact our local clinic to discuss suitable care arrangements.
This service is available at our Kotara clinic, with appointments offered by GPs including Dr Christina Connor and Dr Praneetha Konka. Visit our homepage to see all Smith Street Medical Centre locations.
Regular visits to residential aged care facilities.
Prompt GP attention when health concerns arise.
Ongoing support for long-term conditions.
Review medicines and optimisation needs.
Routine assessments and preventive care support.
Care planning that reflects resident needs and preferences.
Support for palliative and end-of-life care needs.
Clear updates for families where appropriate.
Work with facility staff and care teams.
Support coordination with specialists and allied health.
You may enquire about residential aged care GP support in Kotara if:
Important: If symptoms are severe, sudden, or urgent, seek urgent medical care or call emergency services on 000.
A short guide to help you choose the right appointment type for your concern.
Residential aged care support is usually provided through coordinated visits to aged care facilities.
Some family or care team discussions may be suitable by telehealth where clinically appropriate.
Contact the Kotara clinic to discuss residential aged care GP support needs.
Share resident details, facility information, care needs and relevant health history.
The GP may coordinate with nursing staff, family and care teams where appropriate.
Receive GP review, care planning, medication review or referral support as suitable.
Arrange ongoing visits or follow-up based on resident needs and facility coordination.
Our Kotara clinic supports residents, families and aged care facilities across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie. Residential aged care GP services may include scheduled visits, acute care, medication reviews, chronic disease management, preventive checks, care planning and communication with families and care teams.
Smith Street Medical Centre is a mixed billing clinic. Residential Aged Care appointment fees can vary depending on appointment type, length, Medicare eligibility, consultation needs and clinic policy. Bulk billing may be available for eligible patients, including children, Pension Card holders and Concession Card holders. Please view the fee schedule or contact reception before booking if you have questions about appointment costs.
Smith Street Medical Centre, Charlestown, is located at 1A Kullaiba Rd, Kotara NSW 2289. Patients can use the map for directions or call reception for help choosing the right appointment type.
Yes. Smith Street Medical Centre provides GP care for residents living in aged care facilities in Kotara.
Support may include scheduled visits, acute medical care, chronic disease management, medication reviews, preventive checks, care planning and palliative care.
Yes. The current page mentions scheduled GP visits to residential aged care facilities in Kotara.
Yes. The service involves working closely with nursing staff, facility care teams and families.
Communication with families can be part of care where appropriate and with relevant consent and care arrangements.
Some discussions may be suitable by telehealth, but resident review is usually coordinated with the facility and care team.
An in-person visit may be needed for resident assessment, acute concerns, medication review or care planning.
Yes. Smith Street Medical Centre is a mixed billing clinic. Fees and arrangements may vary depending on care needs and service type.
You can call Smith Street Medical Centre Kotara on (02) 4943 3066 to discuss suitable arrangements.
Residential aged care GP support is not for emergencies. For urgent or emergency medical attention, call 000.
GP support that respects the resident’s needs and preferences.
Families and care teams can stay informed where appropriate.
Work with nursing staff, specialists and allied health providers.
Access residential aged care GP support through Smith Street Medical Centre, Kotara.
Related Kotara services
If your facility, family or care team needs GP support for a resident in aged care, our Kotara clinic can help with coordinated residential aged care services and ongoing review.
