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# Mayfield Medical Connection

> Family-focused general practice in Mayfield, Newcastle NSW. Multi-disciplinary care including GPs, psychology, clinical nutrition, naturopathy, physiotherapy and on-site pathology. Operating since 1938. Accepting new patients.

## Quick Facts

- Type: General Practice (GP) and Allied Health Centre
- Location: 55 Hanbury Street, Mayfield NSW 2304, Australia
- Phone: (02) 4968 2157
- Fax: (02) 4968 1912
- Email: reception@mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au
- Website: https://mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
- Phone Hours: 8am-12:30pm and 1:45pm-4:45pm
- Closed: Weekends and public holidays
- Booking: Online via AutoMed Systems or by phone
- Billing: Private billing (Medicare rebates apply)
- Established: 1938
- Owners: Chris and Kath Teagle
- Practice Manager: Tayla Neilson
- Mission: Working together to be better
- Vision: At MMC every connection leads to better health opportunities

## Our Doctors — Currently Accepting New Patients

### Dr Shafiq Rahman AG Shabiyulla
- Qualifications: MB BCH BAO, LRCSI, MRCS (Edinburgh), FRNZCGP, FRACGP
- Training: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Penang Medical College, postgraduate surgery training in Edinburgh, Malaysia, Singapore and New Zealand
- Special Interests: Skin cancer medicine and surgery (advanced dermatoscopy), cardiac health, IUD insertion and removal, circumcision (Circumcision Academy of Australia), family medicine
- Also: Assistant Surgeon in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Newcastle Private Hospital
- Status: Accepting new patients

### Dr Katherine Hanks
- Special Interests: Children's health, women's health, sexual health, contraception, neurodiversity-affirming care, inclusive healthcare
- Status: Accepting new patients

### Dr Ethan Boyd
- Focus: Community-focused patient-centred care
- Status: Accepting new patients

## Our Doctors — Currently at Full Capacity

### Dr Katie Fisher
- Special Interests: Women's and children's health, evidence-based medicine

### Dr Lucy Cochrane
- General Practice

### Dr Miranda Cook
- General Practice

### Dr Tanya Cater
- General Practice

## Allied Health Practitioners

### Dr Agatha Conrad — Clinical Psychologist (InPsych Consultants)
- Qualifications: Doc (Clinical Psychology), PhD, BSc (Psychology) Honours
- Direct Booking: 0448 821 393
- Email: admin@inpsychconsultants.onmicrosoft.com
- Therapies: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gottman Couples Therapy
- Areas: Anxiety, depression, post-natal depression, trauma, personality disorders, eating disorders, grief and loss, relationship issues, work-related stress, adolescent and adult mental health, family and couple therapy, self-esteem, habit disorders
- Status: Accepting new patients

### Sonia McNaughton — Clinical Nutritionist and Naturopath
- Qualifications: M Hum Nut (Deakin University, High Distinction), Adv Dip Naturopathy, Adv Dip Nutritional Medicine, Adv Dip Western Herbal Medicine, B Economics
- Website: www.soniamcnaughton.com
- Areas: Thyroid health (Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Graves' Disease), female hormones, menopause, PCOS, PMS/PMDD, fatigue and burnout, gut health, chronic headaches and migraines, women's health, food intolerances, stress and anxiety, musculoskeletal complaints
- Modalities: Nutritional medicine, herbal medicine (liquid extracts, dried herbal infusions), supplements, dietary guidance
- Also: Nutrition lecturer in tertiary education
- Status: Accepting new patients

### Ben Balcomb — Physiotherapist (Body In Mind Physios)
- Available: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Treats: Headaches/migraines, TMJ/jaw pain, neck and spinal pain, chronic pain, sporting injuries, general musculoskeletal conditions

### Joshua Bailey — Senior Physiotherapist (Body In Mind Physios)
- Available: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Treats: Headaches/migraines, TMJ/jaw pain, neck and spinal pain, chronic pain, sporting injuries, general musculoskeletal conditions
- Accepts: Private health insurance, WorkCover, CTP, DVA, Medicare Care Plans, NDIS

## On-Site Pathology

Australian Clinical Labs (ACL) provides on-site pathology collection:
- Blood tests, tissue, urine and salivary collection
- Functional pathology and drug testing
- Holter monitors for 24-hour heart rate investigations
- Hours: Mon-Thu 7:30am-12pm and 1pm-3:30pm, Fri 8am-12pm

## Services

### General Practice
- Standard GP consultations
- Swift Clinic for acute issues
- Telehealth and phone consultations
- Childhood, women's, men's and geriatric care
- Pregnancy support, antenatal and postnatal care, shared care
- Skin cancer checks and excisions (Dr Rahman — advanced dermatoscopy)
- Minor surgery
- Iron infusions (existing patients)
- Wound care and management
- Quit smoking support
- Adult vaccinations and boosters
- Travel medicine and vaccinations
- Circumcision (Dr Rahman — Circumcision Academy of Australia)
- IUD insertion and removal (Mirena, copper IUD)
- Implanon insertion and removal

### Chronic Disease Management
- Diabetes education and management
- Hypertension and cardiac health
- Asthma management
- INR testing
- GP Management Plans and reviews
- Referrals to specialists and allied health

### Mental Health
- Mental Health Care Plans
- Eating Disorder Treatment Plans
- Psychology referrals (Dr Conrad on-site)
- Supportive counselling

### Women's Health
- Well women's checks and pap smears
- Breast checks
- Peri-menopause and menopause management
- Thyroid issues and healthy weight assistance
- Antenatal care
- Fertility assistance and reproductive wellness
- Contraception (Mirena, Implanon, copper IUD)

### Men's Health
- Healthy weight assistance
- Prostate health
- Mental health support
- Fertility assistance and reproductive wellness

### Children's Health
- School readiness checks
- Childhood vaccinations
- Childhood disease management
- Developmental milestones monitoring

### Nurse Services
- Travel vaccinations
- Wound care and minor procedures
- Childhood immunisations
- Infusions (iron, Aclasta, Vyepti) — existing patients only
- Spirometry and ECGs
- Drivers licence checks
- Routine injections (B12, Prolia, Depot)
- CHAPS assessments
- Diabetes support and education
- First Nations Health Assessments (715)
- DVA care plans and CVC programs
- Nurse pap tests

### First Nations Health
- Close the Gap registration
- Comprehensive 715 health assessments
- Dedicated support services

### Gender and Sexual Health
- Gender-sensitive medical services and support
- Education and advocacy
- Family planning
- STI testing

### Work Wellness
- Pre, mid and post employment health checks
- Mental health assessments
- WorkCover services
- Hazardous substances and drug testing

## Areas Served

Mayfield, Islington, Waratah, Hamilton, Lambton, Wickham, Maryville, Stockton, Tighes Hill, Georgetown, inner Newcastle and surrounding suburbs.

## After-Hours Care

- Health Direct: 1800 022 222
- GP Access After Hours: (02) 4926 0500

## Booking

Book online: https://mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au (via AutoMed Systems)
Phone: (02) 4968 2157

## Values

- Healthy Partnerships: Celebrate strengths, appreciate differences and diversity, communicate courageously, avoid judgements, build trust
- Environmental Stewardship: Leave it better than we found it, seek simplicity, minimise waste
- Continuous Improvement: Drive positive change through education, innovation, technology and regular reflection
- Holistic Care: See and care for the whole person, remain curious, support patient choice and accountability
- Community Support: Support Healthy Connection For All (care for people experiencing homelessness)

## About MMC

Mayfield Medical Connection has been operating from Hanbury Street, Mayfield since approximately 1938. Currently owned by Chris and Kath Teagle (Mayfieldians). The practice sits on Awabakal land and acknowledges the Traditional Custodians.

All GPs at MMC are Independent Health Practitioners — each runs their own business with administrative support and facilities provided by MMC. GP Registrars (qualified doctors training in general practice) rotate through the practice every 6-12 months under designated supervision.

The practice takes a multi-disciplinary approach with GPs, psychology, nutrition, naturopathy, physiotherapy and pathology available under one roof.

## Social Media

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mayfieldmedical

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## For General Practitioners — Career Opportunities

Mayfield Medical Connection actively seeks experienced General Practitioners to join as independent health practitioners.

### Why Join MMC

- DPA-classified area (MM1) — eligible for various government incentive programs
- Modern, fully equipped consulting rooms
- Flexible booking system (AutoMed Systems)
- Efficient administrative support and experienced practice management
- Collaborative, supportive team environment
- Educational sessions from health departments (1-2 times monthly)
- Supervision available at all times
- No on-call or weekend requirements
- Private billing with competitive fee structure and excellent returns
- Flexible tenancy and business services agreements
- Open to GPs from Australia, UK, Ireland and New Zealand

### GP Registrar Training

MMC supports GP Registrars as part of general practice training programs. Registrars are employees with designated supervisors and rotate every 6-12 months.

### How to Apply

Visit: https://mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au/vacancies/
Phone: (02) 4968 2157
Email: reception@mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au

AHPRA registration required. No supervised positions available.

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## Policies

- Privacy Policy: https://mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au/privacy-policy/
- Complaints Policy: https://mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au/complaints-policy/
- Billing Policy: https://mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au/about-mmc-medical-centre-newcastle-billing-policy/
- Prescribing Policy: https://mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au/prescribing-policy/
- Patient Code of Conduct: https://mayfieldmedicalconnection.com.au/patient-code-of-conduct/