Welcoming new families in Larkvale

Kind doctors for the whole family.

Saltbush is a family general practice where appointments aren't rushed, kids are welcome and you know the cost before you come. Book online in about a minute, or give us a call.

  • Under 16s bulk billed
  • Open Saturday mornings
  • Free interpreters
  • Everyday Check-ups
  • Little ones Kids
  • All ages Vaccines
  • Head to toe Skin
  • Talk it through Mind
  • Women
  • Travel
  • Men

Some of the everyday things we help with. Give them a nudge.

How we look after you

Unhurried care, and no surprises at the desk.

The small things that make a visit easier: booking when it suits you, reminders you choose, clear fees and one practice for everyone at home.

Book in about a minute.

Choose the kind of appointment, the doctor you like and a time that works. You'll get a text to confirm, and another the day before.

Try the booking

Reminders, only the ones you want.

Switch them on or off any time. We never send marketing.

Hi Jess, see you tomorrow at 9:20am with Dr Okafor. Reply C to cancel.

Know the cost before you come.

We tell you what an appointment costs when you book. See all fees.

  • KChildren under 16Every appointmentBulk billed
  • CConcession and DVAEvery appointmentBulk billed
  • SStandard appointment$85, Medicare pays back $43.90$41.10 gap

Sample fees and policy

Telehealth, from your couch.

Results, scripts and follow-ups by phone or video, for patients we've seen in person in the past year.

Dr Okafor is ready for your video callTap to join. Your camera stays off until you say so.
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Your script is on your phoneShow the text at any pharmacy.
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Your visit

Three steps, and you're looked after.

  1. 1

    Book a time

    Online, by phone or at the desk. Tell us if you'd like a longer appointment, a female doctor or an interpreter.

  2. 2

    Settle in

    Check in at the desk. There's a quiet corner for kids, water by the door, and we'll text you if we're running late.

  3. 3

    Leave with a plan

    Scripts go straight to your phone, results come by text, and you'll know exactly what happens next.

Our doctors

Familiar faces, year after year.

Meet everyone

Dr Amara Okafor

General practitioner

Languages

EnglishIgbo

Days at the practice

Works Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.

Book with Dr Okafor

Dr Tom Fairweather

General practitioner

Languages

EnglishAuslan (basic)

Days at the practice

Works Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

Book with Dr Fairweather

Dr Mei Lin Zhou

General practitioner

Languages

EnglishMandarinCantonese

Days at the practice

Works Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

Book with Dr Zhou

Dr Rahul Menon

General practitioner

Languages

EnglishHindiMalayalam

Days at the practice

Works Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.

Book with Dr Menon

Our promises

What you can count on, every visit.

Not reviews: just the things we hold ourselves to, written down.

  • Costs up front

    You'll know what an appointment costs before you see the doctor.

  • Free interpreters

    Ask when you book and we'll arrange one through TIS National at no cost to you.

  • A text if we're late

    If the doctor is running more than 20 minutes behind, we'll let you know.

  • Private by default

    Your records stay with us and are only shared with your permission or when the law requires.

Questions

Things people ask at the desk.

Are you taking new patients?

Yes. Book online as a new patient or call us. It helps to arrive 10 minutes early for your first visit so we can set up your file. What to bring.

Do you bulk bill?

We bulk bill children under 16, concession card holders and DVA card holders. For everyone else there's a fee, and Medicare pays part of it back to your bank account, usually the same day. (Sample policy.)

Can I see the same doctor each time?

We hope so. Seeing the same GP over time usually makes care easier. Each doctor's days are on their profile, and you can book them directly.

What if I need to be seen today?

Call us when we open. We keep some appointments free each day for things that can't wait. In an emergency, call 000.

Can I bring my kids to my appointment?

Of course. There are books and toys in the waiting room, and you can book back-to-back appointments for the family.

Book a time that suits you. We'll do the rest.

Online any time, or call us from 8am. Shop 3, 41 Banksia Parade, with free parking out the back.