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

May. 30, 2023

MMP St Ives Welcomes Dr Aravaguthur Babu

After 45 years caring for the St Ives Community as a sole General Practitioner in Memorial Ave St Ives, Dr Babu has decided to close his practice and relocate to The Madison Medical Practice St Ives from the 1st of July 2023. Dr Babu is a very experienced, accomplished, and compassionate GP who has cared for

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May. 16, 2023

Winter is coming: how you can protect yourself with Vitamin D

Winter is coming: how you can protect yourself with Vitamin D By Dr. Kawisha Arander General Practitioner (BMed MD FRACGP MPH DCH) With shorter days and colder nights, autumn and winter brings with it a range of health challenges. Not only it is harder to keep up with exercise, avoid the seasonal cold and

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Apr. 20, 2023

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) as discussed by Dr Lina Channo consulting GP at the Madison Medical Practice St Ives Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age (between late adolescence and menopause). It is associated with problems such as irregular menstrual cycles, excessive facial and body hair growth

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Feb. 17, 2023

Happy Healthy Heart, Happy Life

Happy healthy heart, Happy life as discussed by consulting GP at the Madison Medical Practice St Ives Being aware of our heart health has grabbed more Australians’ attention recently. A Specialist GP with a keen interest in heart disease can be critical in navigating the myriad of tools available to screen for heart disease. Having

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Feb. 8, 2023

Gauri Donald, Dietitian

Happy Gut Health Month! Gauri Donald, Dietitian It’s time to recognise the important role out gut plays in our life. We now know our Gut can influence not only our digestive health but also our immunity, metabolic health, cardiovascular health and even our Mental health. So how do we improve our gut health? Is it […]

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Jan. 24, 2023

The Impact of Stress (and how to get better at it)

The Impact of Stress (and how to get better at it) Leesa Garrety Registered Psychologist at St Ives & St Ives explains. Stress is often painted as the bad guy. We are told that we should avoid being stressed, that stress is a bad thing. But it is not as simple as that. Stress is a

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Apr. 30, 2021

Skin Check, Do I need one?

Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in Australia. Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. According to national data Over 440,000 Australians are treated for skin cancer and unfortunately more than 2000 Australians die each year from skin cancer. Skin Cancer can be found on any part of the […]

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Feb. 17, 2021

Electronic Prescriptions now available

The Madison Medical Practices at Hornsby, St Ives & Berowra are excited to announce that we now 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

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Sep. 16, 2020

Community Announcement: Resuming normal opening hours

The Madison Medical Practice St Ives is pleased to advise that, due to low amount of NSW COVID-19 cases and an increasing demand for our medical services. We will now resume normal operating hours from Monday the 28th September 2020. Monday to Friday 8.00am until 6.00pm and Saturday 8.00am until 2.30pm. For patients attending the […]

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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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May. 23, 2020

Over 65 years of age, Have your 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 9440-9411 or book online via our website or HealthEngine […]

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Mar. 20, 2020

5th Covid Booster Dose – UPDATE 2023

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

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May. 30, 2023

MMP St Ives Welcomes Dr Aravaguthur Babu

After 45 years caring for the St Ives Community as a sole General Practitioner in Memorial Ave St Ives, Dr Babu has decided to close his practice and relocate to The Madison Medical Practice St Ives from the 1st of July 2023. Dr Babu is a very experienced, accomplished, and compassionate GP who has cared for

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May. 16, 2023

Winter is coming: how you can protect yourself with Vitamin D

Winter is coming: how you can protect yourself with Vitamin D By Dr. Kawisha Arander General Practitioner (BMed MD FRACGP MPH DCH) With shorter days and colder nights, autumn and winter brings with it a range of health challenges. Not only it is harder to keep up with exercise, avoid the seasonal cold and

View All News

Apr. 20, 2023

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) as discussed by Dr Lina Channo consulting GP at the Madison Medical Practice St Ives Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age (between late adolescence and menopause). It is associated with problems such as irregular menstrual cycles, excessive facial and body hair growth

View All News

Feb. 17, 2023

Happy Healthy Heart, Happy Life

Happy healthy heart, Happy life as discussed by consulting GP at the Madison Medical Practice St Ives Being aware of our heart health has grabbed more Australians’ attention recently. A Specialist GP with a keen interest in heart disease can be critical in navigating the myriad of tools available to screen for heart disease. Having

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Digital illustration of digestive system with glowing network overlay, representing gut health and gastrointestinal wellness

Feb. 8, 2023

Gauri Donald, Dietitian

Happy Gut Health Month! Gauri Donald, Dietitian It’s time to recognise the important role out gut plays in our life. We now know our Gut can influence not only our digestive health but also our immunity, metabolic health, cardiovascular health and even our Mental health. So how do we improve our gut health? Is it […]

View All News

Jan. 24, 2023

The Impact of Stress (and how to get better at it)

The Impact of Stress (and how to get better at it) Leesa Garrety Registered Psychologist at St Ives & St Ives explains. Stress is often painted as the bad guy. We are told that we should avoid being stressed, that stress is a bad thing. But it is not as simple as that. Stress is a

View All News

Apr. 30, 2021

Skin Check, Do I need one?

Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in Australia. Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. According to national data Over 440,000 Australians are treated for skin cancer and unfortunately more than 2000 Australians die each year from skin cancer. Skin Cancer can be found on any part of the […]

View All News

Feb. 17, 2021

Electronic Prescriptions now available

The Madison Medical Practices at Hornsby, St Ives & Berowra are excited to announce that we now 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

View All News

Sep. 16, 2020

Community Announcement: Resuming normal opening hours

The Madison Medical Practice St Ives is pleased to advise that, due to low amount of NSW COVID-19 cases and an increasing demand for our medical services. We will now resume normal operating hours from Monday the 28th September 2020. Monday to Friday 8.00am until 6.00pm and Saturday 8.00am until 2.30pm. For patients attending the […]

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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 […]

View All News

May. 23, 2020

Over 65 years of age, Have your 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 9440-9411 or book online via our website or HealthEngine […]

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Mar. 20, 2020

5th Covid Booster Dose – UPDATE 2023

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

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