Book the Right Thornton GP Visit
Use this guide before calling Thornton Medical Centre, booking online, checking fees, asking about bulk billing, planning after-hours help, seeing a male or female doctor, booking a skin check, travel vaccine, children’s health visit, mental health plan or chronic disease review.
Choose the Right Thornton Medical Centre Route
| Need | Use this first | Exact detail | Do not assume |
|---|---|---|---|
| Book a GP appointment | Call or use official Book Now route | Phone (02) 4040 3070 and check doctor availability, fee and appointment type. | Do not assume walk-in GP availability. |
| Check clinic hours | Official contact page | Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, weekend closed, public holidays closed. | Do not rely on old Google hours during public holidays. |
| Need after-hours help | GP Access After Hours | Phone (02) 4926 0500; triage and appointment system. | Do not wait overnight if symptoms are worsening. |
| Emergency symptoms | 000 | Use ambulance/emergency route immediately. | Do not call the clinic first for life-threatening symptoms. |
| Fee question | Fees page + reception | Mixed billing; Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket cost depend on consult item and eligibility. | Do not assume all appointments are bulk billed. |
| Children’s appointment | Call clinic | Children 15 years and under are listed as bulk billed. | Check appointment type and doctor availability. |
| Pensioner over 75 | Confirm before booking | Selective doctors may bulk bill pensioners over 75; reception says confirm first. | Do not book without checking or appointment may be cancelled. |
| Travel vaccine | Book early | Travel page says book about 8 weeks before travel and bring full itinerary. | Do not leave vaccines until the week before departure. |
Thornton Medical Centre Opening Hours
| Day | Opening hours | Best patient action | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30am-5:00pm | Book GP, check fees, arrange routine care. | Call earlier for same-day availability. |
| Tuesday | 8:30am-5:00pm | General consults, skin checks, children’s health. | Ask if a long consult is needed. |
| Wednesday | 8:30am-5:00pm | Women’s health, chronic disease, mental health plans. | Confirm doctor preference. |
| Thursday | 8:30am-5:00pm | Travel medicine, immunisations, follow-ups. | Bring vaccine records and itinerary. |
| Friday | 8:30am-5:00pm | Sort prescriptions and paperwork before weekend. | Do not leave urgent care until late afternoon. |
| Saturday | Closed | Use GP Access After Hours if suitable. | Call 000 for emergencies. |
| Sunday | Closed | Use GP Access After Hours if suitable. | Check public-holiday closures. |
Booking and Walk-In Reality
Call first
Use (02) 4040 3070 to check same-day availability, doctor preference and fees.
Ask the consult type
Short, standard, long and prolonged consults have different fees and Medicare rebates.
Do not assume walk-in
The official site promotes booking. Walk-in capacity can change, so phone before travelling.
Fees, Medicare Rebates and Out-of-Pocket Costs
Thornton Medical Centre is listed as mixed billing. The clinic’s fee page gives consultation fee, Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket examples. Always confirm current fees before booking because billing policies can change.
| Consult type | Fee | Medicare rebate | Out of pocket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level A short consult <6 min | $60.00 | $20.05 | $39.95 |
| Telephone consult <6 min | $60.00 | $20.05 | $39.95 |
| Level B standard consult >6 and <20 min | $100.00 | $43.90 | $56.10 |
| Telephone consult >6 min | $100.00 | $43.90 | $56.10 |
| Level C long consult >20 and <40 min | $155.00 | $84.90 | $70.10 |
| Level D prolonged consult >40 min | $220.00 | $125.10 | $94.90 |
| Pregnancy consult <20 weeks | $120.00 | $55.00 | $65.00 |
| Pregnancy consult >28 weeks | $220.00 | $156.40 | $63.60 |
Bulk Billing and New Patient Fee Rules
Children
The clinic fee page says children 15 years and under will be bulk billed.
Pensioners over 75
Pensioners over 75 may be bulk billed by selective doctors. Confirm with reception before booking.
Mental health exception
The fee page says no bulk billing for mental health consultations or mental health care plans.
After-Hours GP Help: GP Access
Phone triage first
Thornton Medical Centre links patients with GP Access After Hours. Phone: (02) 4926 0500. GP Access operates through telephone triage and appointment allocation.
Clinic locations listed
Official page lists Maitland Hospital, John Hunter Hospital, Calvary Mater and Belmont Hospital clinic locations for after-hours services.
| When | After-hours coverage listed | Best action |
|---|---|---|
| Weeknights | 5:30pm until 8am next day | Call GP Access if non-emergency GP help is needed. |
| Weekends | 12pm Saturday to 8am Monday | Call before attending because triage/appointment rules apply. |
| Public holidays | 24 hours | Use GP Access for suitable after-hours GP issues; 000 for emergencies. |
Thornton Medical Centre Doctors
The official homepage lists male and female doctors and says doctors are fluent in English and Persian. Confirm availability when booking because rosters can change.
Doctors listed
Dr Touraj Jafari, Dr Arash Rezaeikallaj, Dr Sara Nezafat khah, Dr Hamid Nazifi, Dr Hazel Holly and Dr Retaish Karwal are shown on the official homepage.
Languages
The homepage lists English and Persian fluency as a clinic benefit.
Male and female doctors
The practice states experienced doctors are available for different patient needs. Ask reception if you prefer a specific doctor.
Services You Can Ask About
| Service | Official page says | Prepare before booking |
|---|---|---|
| General check-ups | Doctors take time to listen, assess and tailor care. | Bring medication list, symptoms, questions and past results. |
| Skin checks | Comprehensive skin checks and advanced mole mapping are offered. | Mention changing moles, itching, bleeding, new spots or non-healing sores. |
| Travel medicine | Destination-specific advice, travel vaccines and yellow fever vaccination are offered. | Book about 8 weeks before travel and bring full itinerary plus vaccine records. |
| Women’s health | Breast health, menstruation, menopause, pregnancy, postpartum, sexual health, mental health and screenings. | Ask for female doctor availability if preferred. |
| Children’s health | Newborns, children, adolescents, immunisations, asthma, allergies, milestones and preschool checks. | Bring Blue Book/records, immunisation history and medication list. |
| Mental health | Mental health assessments and plans are listed as a service. | Book the correct consultation type; bulk billing may not apply. |
| Infusions | Infusions are listed as a service. | Ask whether referral, pathology or pre-approval is required. |
| Audiology | Audiology appears in the services list. | Ask reception if this is on-site, visiting or referral-based. |
Skin Checks and Travel Medicine: Book Early
Skin checks
The skin-check page says early detection is crucial and advises booking promptly if moles or spots change colour, size, texture or appearance.
- Bring a list of spots you are worried about.
- Mention personal/family skin cancer history.
- Ask if mole mapping is appropriate.
Travel medicine
The travel-medicine page says to book about 8 weeks before travel, because some vaccines require multiple doses and time to become effective.
- Bring full itinerary.
- Bring past travel immunisation records.
- Ask about yellow fever, malaria, food/water risk and travel medicines.
Children’s Health and Women’s Health
Children’s health
Official children’s health page lists newborn care, children, adolescents, post-natal care, immunisations, developmental milestones, sleeping/eating issues, asthma, allergies, preschool checks and mental health.
Women’s health
Official women’s health page lists breast health, menstruation, bone health, bladder/bowel health, diabetes risk, weight, heart health, menopause, sexual health, pregnancy, postpartum health, mental health and cancer screenings.
Mental Health and Psychology
Mental health consults
Thornton lists mental health assessments and mental health plans among its services.
Billing warning
The fee page says mental health consultations and mental health care plans are not bulk billed.
Psychology service
Positive Flyr Counselling is listed as delivering services from Thornton Medical Centre, with contact phone 0451 093 579 and email counselling-pmhw@outlook.com.
Parking, Access and Visit Preparation
Ample parking
The homepage lists ample parking and full accessibility as clinic benefits.
Shopping centre location
The clinic is located at Thornton Shopping Centre, so allow time for parking and finding Shop 24A-24B.
Bring essentials
Bring Medicare card, concession card if relevant, photo ID, medication list, referral/results, child records or travel itinerary.
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Booking script
Hi, I’d like to book an appointment at Thornton Medical Centre for ______. Is this a short, standard or long consult, what is the fee and Medicare rebate, and which doctors are available?Bulk billing script
Hi, I want to confirm billing before booking. The patient is ______ years old and has ______ card. Is this appointment bulk billed, mixed billed, or private, and what is the out-of-pocket cost?After-hours script
Hi GP Access, I’m a Thornton Medical Centre patient. I need after-hours advice for ______. Symptoms started ______. I am not having 000 emergency symptoms. What should I do now?Travel medicine script
Hi, I need a travel medicine appointment. I’m travelling to ______ on ______. I have vaccine records and itinerary. Do I need a long consult and what vaccines/fees should I prepare for?Official Links After the Explanation
Thornton NSW Medical Centre FAQ
Where is Thornton Medical Centre in NSW?
Thornton Medical Centre is at Shop 24A-24B, 1 Taylor Ave, Thornton NSW 2322, inside Thornton Shopping Centre.
What is the phone number for Thornton Medical Centre?
The official phone number is (02) 4040 3070.
What are Thornton Medical Centre opening hours?
The official hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm. Saturday and Sunday are closed, and the clinic is closed on public holidays.
Is Thornton Medical Centre an NHS GP surgery?
No. Thornton Medical Centre in NSW is an Australian general practice, not an NHS GP surgery. Use Australian Medicare and mixed-billing information for this clinic.
Is Thornton Medical Centre bulk billed?
It is a mixed billing clinic. The fee page says children 15 years and under will be bulk billed, while pensioners over 75 may be bulk billed by selective doctors. Confirm with reception before booking.
What is the standard GP consultation fee?
The fee page lists a Level B standard consultation at $100.00, Medicare rebate $43.90, and out-of-pocket cost $56.10. Confirm current fees before booking.
What is the new patient booking deposit?
The fee page says new patients pay a $50 part payment when booking the initial consultation. It is deducted from the cost on the day, but can be held as a non-attendance fee if you fail to attend or cancel too late.
What is the non-attendance rule?
Non-attendance fees apply if you do not cancel within 2 hours of the appointment or do not show up.
Who provides after-hours care?
Thornton Medical Centre links patients with GP Access After Hours, phone (02) 4926 0500, for after-hours medical care and advice in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and surrounding areas.
Does Thornton Medical Centre offer skin checks?
Yes. The clinic says it offers comprehensive skin checks and advanced mole mapping. Book promptly if spots or moles change colour, size, texture or appearance.
Does Thornton Medical Centre offer travel vaccines?
Yes. The travel medicine page says doctors can provide destination-specific travel advice, travel vaccinations and medications including yellow fever vaccination. Book about 8 weeks before travel.
Which doctors are listed at Thornton Medical Centre?
The official homepage lists Dr Touraj Jafari, Dr Arash Rezaeikallaj, Dr Sara Nezafat khah, Dr Hamid Nazifi, Dr Hazel Holly and Dr Retaish Karwal.