Balwyn Central Medical

Balwyn Central Medical Balwyn Central Medical is a fully-accredited General Medical Practice | Open 7 Days A Week Parking is available behind the clinic.

Established in 2015, Balwyn Central Medical, part of ICO Health Group, is a fully-accredited General Medical Practice / Clinic offering high-quality bulk billing services located at 427 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn VIC 3103. Balwyn Central Medical, operates as a modern, well-resourced, family-orientated Medical Clinic offering a wide range of comprehensive health services under one roof, including gene

ral practitioner services, allied health services, after-hours access, tele-health consultations, pathology on-site, pharmacy on-site and full-time nursing support. Balwyn Central Medical is serviced by tram route 109. Stop 48: Balwyn Shopping Centre / Whitehorse Road is the closest tram stop to the Clinic. You can book your appointment online via Hotdoc or via our website or by calling one of our friendly staff

It’s common to be less strict about sun protection during winter because the heat feels less intense and the sun is less...
04/06/2026

It’s common to be less strict about sun protection during winter because the heat feels less intense and the sun is less noticeable.

But UV rays do not take a break. Even on cloudy or cooler days, your skin is still exposed to radiation that can accumulate damage over time.

This is why skin changes often go unnoticed. A small mole that looks different, a spot that keeps healing and coming back, or a patch that slowly changes in size or colour can easily be overlooked in daily life.

A regular skin check helps identify changes early, especially for people with a history of sun exposure, fair skin, or changing skin lesions.

Book a skin check with ICO Health Group and stay proactive about your skin health throughout the year.

Book online: https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us/

Not every winter illness feels the same. A common cold may cause mild symptoms that gradually improve, while the flu and...
02/06/2026

Not every winter illness feels the same. A common cold may cause mild symptoms that gradually improve, while the flu and COVID-19 can lead to fever, body aches, fatigue, cough, and a longer recovery time that affects work, family responsibilities, and daily routines.

Because symptoms can overlap, it is not always easy to tell the difference on your own, especially during busy winter months when viruses spread more easily in workplaces, schools, and the community.

Staying up to date with recommended flu and COVID-19 vaccinations may help reduce the risk of severe illness and complications, particularly for older adults, pregnant women, and people living with chronic health conditions.

If symptoms persist or you are unsure about your vaccination status, your GP can help guide the next steps based on your health needs.

Book an appointment to discuss your flu and COVID-19 vaccination options this winter: https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us/

Changes in bowel habits are easy to dismiss when life is busy. Many people assume it is stress, diet, ageing, or “someth...
02/06/2026

Changes in bowel habits are easy to dismiss when life is busy. Many people assume it is stress, diet, ageing, or “something that will pass”.

But ongoing symptoms such as persistent abdominal discomfort, blood in the stool, unexplained fatigue, or changes in bowel movements should not be ignored.

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australia, and early detection plays an important role in improving outcomes. Screening is especially important for eligible age groups and people with a family history of bowel conditions.

If something feels unusual or symptoms persist, speaking with your GP is a practical first step toward understanding what may be happening.

Book an appointment with ICO Health Group to discuss bowel health concerns or screening with your GP.

Book online: https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us/

There’s a particular kind of morning that comes with the cooler months, where getting out of bed takes a little longer t...
28/05/2026

There’s a particular kind of morning that comes with the cooler months, where getting out of bed takes a little longer than it used to, and your knees announce the day before your alarm does.

Most people chalk it up to getting older or the weather and get on with it. And sometimes that’s fair enough.

But stiffness and joint pain that shows up in colder weather, worsens with rest, or starts to limit what you can do isn’t something to push through indefinitely. It’s worth understanding, because in many cases, a targeted exercise program, footwear advice, or hands-on physiotherapy can make a real difference to how you move and feel.

On-site physiotherapy and podiatry services at selected clinics. No long wait, no separate referral process for most cases, just accessible, practical care in the same place you see your GP.

Now is a good time to address it, before colder days make it harder to stay active, and before small issues turn into longer-term limitations.

Ask at your nearest ICO Health Group clinic about on-site physiotherapy and podiatry: https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us/

Most people come to a GP clinic for a GP appointment. What they don't always realise is how much care happens before, ar...
26/05/2026

Most people come to a GP clinic for a GP appointment. What they don't always realise is how much care happens before, around, and after that consultation.

At ICO Health Group, every clinic has a full-time nursing team. Not agency staff, not occasional support, nurses who know the clinic, know the patients, and are there every day.

Wound care and dressing changes. Immunisations and vaccination catch-ups. ECGs and chronic disease monitoring. Health education for patients navigating new diagnoses. Care coordination between your GP and specialists.

It's the kind of support that makes a real difference to how care actually feels, particularly for patients managing ongoing conditions or navigating something new.

If there's a procedure, a check-up, or a health concern that doesn't necessarily need a full GP appointment, our nurses may be able to help. Ask at reception, you might be surprised what's available.

Speak to our team about what nursing services are offered at your nearest clinic: https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us/

The toddler is sick. Which means you probably can't leave the house. Which means the script renewal you needed three day...
24/05/2026

The toddler is sick. Which means you probably can't leave the house. Which means the script renewal you needed three days ago still hasn't happened.

Or maybe you're back at work, the clinic closes before you finish, and booking something for the weekend feels harder than it should.

Telehealth exists for exactly this. A video or phone call with an ICO GP, from home, from the car, from wherever you are, that covers script renewals, follow-ups, referrals, mental health reviews, and more.

It's not a lesser version of a GP appointment. It's just a more practical one for the situations where getting in isn't realistic.

If you've been putting something off because life keeps getting in the way, a Telehealth appointment might be the easiest thing you do this week.

Book a Telehealth appointment today! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us/

Managing a chronic condition, whether it's diabetes, heart disease, asthma, or arthritis, can feel like a lot of separat...
21/05/2026

Managing a chronic condition, whether it's diabetes, heart disease, asthma, or arthritis, can feel like a lot of separate moving parts. The medication, the specialist appointments, the monitoring, the lifestyle adjustments.

A GP Management Plan is designed to bring those parts together.

It's a Medicare-funded plan that your GP creates with you, outlining your health goals, what services you need, and how your care is coordinated over time.

It also gives eligible patients access to Medicare rebates for allied health services like physiotherapy, dietetics, and psychology.

It's not a form to fill out. It's a proper conversation with your doctor about where you're at and what a structured approach to your health looks like.

If you're living with a chronic condition and managing it largely on your own, or if you're not sure whether you qualify, it's worth asking your GP at your next appointment.

Book an appointment today to learn more: https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us/

Address

427 & 411 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn, VIC
3103

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 10pm
Thursday 8:30am - 10pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8:30am - 6pm
Sunday 8:30am - 6pm

Telephone

+61398302300

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