Compassionate care meets medical excellence

General Practice care for you in Tamworth, NSW

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WELCOME

Welcome to Tallowwood Health, where compassionate care meets medical excellence. Our dedicated team is committed to providing comprehensive and personalised care for individuals and families. From routine check-ups to chronic disease management, we prioritise your health and well-being in a warm and welcoming environment.

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Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 6:00pm

For urgent medical concerns outside these hours, please contact the on-call doctor on the after-hours phone number.Β Please note this is a service only available for current regular patients only. Fees apply for phone advice and call outs.

Please note:
The practice is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays

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Ph: 02 67666166
Fax: 02 67666341

After hours on-call doctor: 0407 255 321

For all emergencies please call an ambulance on: 000

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121 Johnston Street
(Tamwell Building, Ground floor) Tamworth, NSW 2340

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OUR TEAM

DOCTORS

Dr Matthew Chan

Dr Matthew Chan

General Practitioner / Director

Dr Nicola Hicks

Dr Nicola Hicks

General Practitioner

Dr Roveena John

Dr Roveena John

General Practice Registrar

Dr Ephraim Leynes

Dr Ephraim Leynes

General Practice Registrar

Dr David Lockart

Dr David Lockart

General Practitioner / Director

Dr Viswanathan Narayanan

Dr Viswanathan Narayanan

General Practice Registrar

Dr Matthew Nguyen

Dr Matthew Nguyen

General Practitioner

Dr Kim Rogers

Dr Kim Rogers

General Practitioner

Dr Saman Shaker

Dr Saman Shaker

General Practice Registrar

Dr Emma Simmons

Dr Emma Simmons

General Practice Registrar

Dr Sarah Spencer

Dr Sarah Spencer

General Practitioner

NURSES

Alison

Alison

Nurse Team Leader / Registered Nurse

Deanne

Deanne

Enrolled Nurse

Leanne

Leanne

Registered Nurse

Rachel

Rachel

Registered Nurse

Sarah

Sarah

Registered Nurse

Sarah

Sarah

Enrolled Nurse

ADMINISTRATION

Bek Hooley

Bek Hooley

Practice Manager

Kylie Barnes

Kylie Barnes

Office Manager

Victoria Chan

Victoria Chan

Executive Assistant

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SERVICES

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Childhood Checks and Immunisations

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Spirometry

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Minor Procedures

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Driving Medicals

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Mental Health

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Chronic Disease Care

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Women’s Health Checks and Cervical Screening

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Preventative Health Checks

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Travel Vaccination and Advice

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Worker’s Compensation

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Pregnancy Planning and Care

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Men’s Health Checks

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Ear Wax Removal

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Wound Care

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INR Testing

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Yellow Fever Vaccination

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Health Assessments

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Q Fever Testing and Vaccination

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Iron Infusions

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Skin Checks

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Tallowwood Health

Tallowwood Health is a fully accredited, modern general practice providing high-quality, patient-centred care. Proudly serving the Tamworth region since 1892 with experienced GPs and a friendly, experienced team.

Hoppy Easter from all of us at Tallowwood Health! 🐰🌸

Wishing you a relaxing long weekend filled with chocolates, sunshine, and time with loved ones. Stay safe and enjoy! 🐣🌿

Hoppy Easter from all of us at Tallowwood Health! 🐰🌸

Wishing you a relaxing long weekend filled with chocolates, sunshine, and time with loved ones. Stay safe and enjoy! 🐣🌿
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4 days ago
With the Easter long weekend just around the corner 🐰, we know things can get busy. So this is a gentle reminder to organise any scripts, referrals, or appointments you might need for this long weekend. 

Tallowwood Health will be closed from Good Friday (3rd April) through to Easter Monday, reopening on Tuesday 7th April.

Wishing you and your family a safe and restful Easter, and a little time to enjoy the sweet things 🍫🫢

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
πŸ“ž (02) 6766 6166
πŸ“ Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth

With the Easter long weekend just around the corner 🐰, we know things can get busy. So this is a gentle reminder to organise any scripts, referrals, or appointments you might need for this long weekend.

Tallowwood Health will be closed from Good Friday (3rd April) through to Easter Monday, reopening on Tuesday 7th April.

Wishing you and your family a safe and restful Easter, and a little time to enjoy the sweet things 🍫🫢

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
πŸ“ž (02) 6766 6166
πŸ“ Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth
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6 days ago
🌏🧑 Harmony Week at Tallowwood Health 🧑🌎

Harmony Week is a time to recognise and celebrate the diversity that makes Australia such a strong and welcoming community.

Australia is proudly one of the world’s most multicultural countries. More than half of Australians were either born overseas or have at least one parent who was born overseas. These cultures, experiences, and traditions enrich our communities every day.

At Tallowwood Health, we’re proud to care for people from many different backgrounds and communities. We believe everyone deserves to feel welcomed, respected, and valued.

This week, you may notice people wearing orange, a simple way to show support for cultural diversity and an inclusive Australia. 🧑

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
πŸ“ž (02) 6766 6166
πŸ“ Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North TamworthImage attachment

🌏🧑 Harmony Week at Tallowwood Health 🧑🌎

Harmony Week is a time to recognise and celebrate the diversity that makes Australia such a strong and welcoming community.

Australia is proudly one of the world’s most multicultural countries. More than half of Australians were either born overseas or have at least one parent who was born overseas. These cultures, experiences, and traditions enrich our communities every day.

At Tallowwood Health, we’re proud to care for people from many different backgrounds and communities. We believe everyone deserves to feel welcomed, respected, and valued.

This week, you may notice people wearing orange, a simple way to show support for cultural diversity and an inclusive Australia. 🧑

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
πŸ“ž (02) 6766 6166
πŸ“ Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth
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3 weeks ago
Today we recognise International Womens DayπŸŒΏπŸ‘

At Tallowwood Health, we’re fortunate to work alongside incredible women every day in our clinic, behind the scenes, and across our wider community. Their leadership, compassion and dedication play a big part in the care we provide and the culture we’re proud of. πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈπŸ«Ά

In healthcare, we see firsthand the many roles women hold, as part of our Tallowwood team, as doctors, nurses, carers, mothers, daughters. Their work is often quiet, often steady, and always impactful. 🌿

Today we celebrate the women who shape our practice, and the many women in our community who trust us with their care, each with their own story, challenges and achievements. πŸ’š

Today we recognise International Women's DayπŸŒΏπŸ‘

At Tallowwood Health, we’re fortunate to work alongside incredible women every day in our clinic, behind the scenes, and across our wider community. Their leadership, compassion and dedication play a big part in the care we provide and the culture we’re proud of. πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈπŸ«Ά

In healthcare, we see firsthand the many roles women hold, as part of our Tallowwood team, as doctors, nurses, carers, mothers, daughters. Their work is often quiet, often steady, and always impactful. 🌿

Today we celebrate the women who shape our practice, and the many women in our community who trust us with their care, each with their own story, challenges and achievements. πŸ’š
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4 weeks ago
We’re excited to welcome Dr Saman Shaker (Dr Sam) to the team at Tallowwood Health πŸ‘

Dr Sam has joined us with trauma training from South Africa πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ and has spent the past two years working at Tamworth Base Hospital πŸ₯. He has a strong interest in emergency medicine and frontline care.

Outside of medicine, Dr Sam is the vocalist and guitarist for his band Nostromo 🎸, a heavy, genre-blending group influenced by Queens of the Stone Age, Soundgarden, and The Beatles. They’ve performed during our Country Music Festival 🎢 and Tamworth Pride Inc’s Fair Day 🌈. He also enjoys playing volleyball and soccer.

Dr Sam will be consulting on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays πŸ—“οΈ.

Welcoming both new and established patients. πŸ’šπŸŒ±

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
πŸ“ž (02) 6766 6166
πŸ“ Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth

We’re excited to welcome Dr Saman Shaker (Dr Sam) to the team at Tallowwood Health πŸ‘

Dr Sam has joined us with trauma training from South Africa πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ and has spent the past two years working at Tamworth Base Hospital πŸ₯. He has a strong interest in emergency medicine and frontline care.

Outside of medicine, Dr Sam is the vocalist and guitarist for his band Nostromo 🎸, a heavy, genre-blending group influenced by Queens of the Stone Age, Soundgarden, and The Beatles. They’ve performed during our Country Music Festival 🎢 and Tamworth Pride Inc’s Fair Day 🌈. He also enjoys playing volleyball and soccer.

Dr Sam will be consulting on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays πŸ—“οΈ.

Welcoming both new and established patients. πŸ’šπŸŒ±

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
πŸ“ž (02) 6766 6166
πŸ“ Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth
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1 month ago
πŸ’‰ Flu Vaccinations for Your Workplace πŸ’‰

Flu season is coming up, and unfortunately sometimes, it doesn’t take much for illness to move through a workplace. Offering flu vaccinations is a simple way to help keep your team well and minimise disruption over the colder months. It’s also a practical way to support your teams health. 

At Tallowwood Health, we provide flexible Workplace Flu Vaccination options that are easy to organise and run smoothly for businesses of all sizes and work hours.

1️⃣ On-site clinic:
One of our experienced Registered Nurses comes to your workplace and administers vaccinations on-site.
β€’ Nurse attendance fee (charged per hour)
β€’ Vaccine fee per employee (charged per vaccine given)

Vaccinations usually take around five minutes per person, keeping disruption to the workday to a minimum.

2️⃣ Vaccination vouchers:
Each staff member receives a voucher to book their flu shot at Tallowwood Health at a time that suits them.
β€’ Charged per voucher issued (fee includes the vaccine)

πŸ‘‰ For businesses with five or fewer staff, the voucher option is generally the more cost-effective choice.

Flu season can sometimes place extra pressure on workplaces, a little planning ahead can help things run more smoothly during flu season.

If you’d like more information or would like to arrange a clinic, please feel free to get in touch with our team on (02) 6766 6166.

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
πŸ“ž (02) 6766 6166
πŸ“ Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth

πŸ’‰ Flu Vaccinations for Your Workplace πŸ’‰

Flu season is coming up, and unfortunately sometimes, it doesn’t take much for illness to move through a workplace. Offering flu vaccinations is a simple way to help keep your team well and minimise disruption over the colder months. It’s also a practical way to support your team's health.

At Tallowwood Health, we provide flexible Workplace Flu Vaccination options that are easy to organise and run smoothly for businesses of all sizes and work hours.

1️⃣ On-site clinic:
One of our experienced Registered Nurses comes to your workplace and administers vaccinations on-site.
β€’ Nurse attendance fee (charged per hour)
β€’ Vaccine fee per employee (charged per vaccine given)

Vaccinations usually take around five minutes per person, keeping disruption to the workday to a minimum.

2️⃣ Vaccination vouchers:
Each staff member receives a voucher to book their flu shot at Tallowwood Health at a time that suits them.
β€’ Charged per voucher issued (fee includes the vaccine)

πŸ‘‰ For businesses with five or fewer staff, the voucher option is generally the more cost-effective choice.

Flu season can sometimes place extra pressure on workplaces, a little planning ahead can help things run more smoothly during flu season.

If you’d like more information or would like to arrange a clinic, please feel free to get in touch with our team on (02) 6766 6166.

🌐 www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
πŸ“ž (02) 6766 6166
πŸ“ Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth
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2 months ago
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EXCELLENCE

At Tallowwood Health (formerly called Barton Lane Practice), we strive that everything we do is defined by excellence and we are thankful for the recognition we have received in this area:

2025 – Finalist – Quality Business Awards –Excellence in Customer Service in Health Services

2022 – Winner – RACGP – National General Practice of the Year

2022 – Winner – RACGP NSW & ACT (State) – General Practice of the Year

2022 – Finalist – Quality Business Awards – Excellence in Small Business

2022 – Nominee – Quality Business Awards – Excellence in Customer Service in Health & Well Being

2022 – Nominee – Regional Business Awards – Excellence in Small Business

2022 – Finalist – PHN Primary Care Quality and Innovation Awards: Primary Care Leader – Organisation category

2021 – Finalist – Quality Business Awards – Excellence in Customer Service in Health & Well Being

2019 – Finalist – Quality Business Awards – Excellence in Customer Service in Health & Well Being

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POLICIES

In the care we provide, committing to ethical and compassionate practice. By acting with kindness, honesty, respect for others and self, and in doing so being responsible, reliable and accountable for the work we do.

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