Upper Beaconsfield GP Practice

21/05/2026

📈 Do you know your heart rate could actually guide you to better fitness and heart health?

In this video, Dr. Puneet Malhotra explains Zone 2 training — one of the best ways for the general population to improve cardiovascular fitness safely and effectively.

✅ Improve heart health
✅ Build stamina
✅ Burn fat more efficiently
✅ Exercise smarter, not harder

Sometimes, slowing down slightly can actually give better long-term results.

Watch the video to learn:
✔ how to calculate your target heart rate
✔ what Zone 2 training means
✔ how long you should exercise for
✔ why consistency matters more than intensity

As both a GP and someone who has completed full marathons and long-distance cycling events, Dr. Malhotra is passionate about helping people move more safely and effectively.

19/05/2026

CPR training day at Upper Beaconsfield GP Practice 🚑❤️
Keeping our team up to date with life-saving skills and emergency response training. Regular CPR training helps ensure we are prepared when every second counts.
A big thank you to our amazing staff for their dedication to patient care and safety every day. 👏

12/05/2026

Happy International Nurses Day to our amazing nurse Dani and all nurses around the world. 👩‍⚕️💙

Thank you for your hard work, compassion, dedication, and the care you provide to patients every single day. Your support truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

We are so grateful for everything you do.

13/04/2026

Great news for our community!
Our on-site pathology service with 4Cyte Pathology has extended its hours to make things even more convenient for you.

New hours:
Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm (closed 1:00pm – 1:30pm)
Saturday: 9:00am – 12:30pm

No appointment needed – this is a walk-in service, and it's available to everyone (you don’t have to be a patient of our clinic).
We hope this makes it easier for you and your family to get your tests done without the hassle.

08/04/2026

Flu season is here — don’t wait to get protected!
Flu vaccines are now available at our clinic. A quick visit can help protect you and your loved ones this winter.

💉 Choose a Flu Clinic appointment to be bulk billed
💉 Flu shots are $21 for those not eligible for Medicare-funded vaccines

📅 Appointments available now
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Stay safe, healthy, and protected this winter.

27/03/2026

Easter Friday (3/4/26): Closed
Easter Sat (4/4/26): 9am - 1pm (After hour rates apply)
Easter Mon(6/4/26): Closed

11/03/2026

Don’t ignore snoring.
Many people think snoring is just annoying… but loud or persistent snoring can be a sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA).
OSA occurs when breathing repeatedly stops during sleep. Because it happens at night, many people don’t realise they have it.
Untreated OSA can increase the risk of: • High blood pressure
• Heart disease
• Stroke
• Diabetes
• Daytime fatigue and poor concentration
The good news is that OSA can be diagnosed and treated, and treatment often leads to better sleep, more energy, and improved health.
If you or your partner notice: • Loud snoring
• Choking or gasping during sleep
• Feeling tired despite a full night’s sleep
…it may be worth discussing with your GP.
📍 If you’d like to explore this further, our team at Upper Beaconsfield GP Practice can help assess your symptoms and arrange appropriate tests if needed.

02/03/2026

Introducing Dr Jean Nee Khoo at Upper Beaconsfield GP Practice

Dr Jean Nee Khoo is an experienced UK trained GP who is dedicated to providing holistic care and support for the local communities. She has worked for many years as a rural generalist throughout Gippsland and continues to regularly work in her role as a GP Obstetrician at the West Gippsland Hospital.

She is a fellow of the Australian College of Remote & Rural Medicine and is a medical educator with the college. She brings a myriad of skills and expertise gleaned throughout her medical career since graduating with an MBChB from the University of Aberdeen in Scotland.

We are super excited for her to join our team.

She is available for appointments. Please visit our website or call 9044 0750 to book an appointment.

Welcome to Upper Beaconsfield GP Practice,Our GP Doctors at medical clinic are servicing communities in Upper Beaconsfield,Narre Warren East,Emerald, Dewhurst,Beaconsfield,Guys Hill,Officer,Pakenham

18/02/2026

A very special moment for someone very special to our practice 💐
Today we wished our wonderful pathology nurse Aly all the very best as she heads off on leave for her wedding ❤️
She plays such an important role in caring for our patients — always gentle, professional and reassuring. We are so grateful for everything she does for our community.
From all of us at Upper Beaconsfield GP Practice, we wish you a beautiful wedding day and a lifetime of happiness together ✨
Enjoy every moment — and don’t worry, she’ll be back with us soon!

14/02/2026

💉 Would giving yourself an injection make you nervous? You’re not alone.

One of the most common concerns we hear is fear of the unknown. That’s exactly why Dr. Puneett Malhotra and our experienced nurse created this short demonstration — so you can see just how straightforward the process is.

Often, understanding what to expect is all it takes to turn hesitation into confidence.

👉 After watching, tell us in the comments — did seeing the demonstration make it feel less intimidating?

Someone you know may be feeling unsure too — consider sharing this with them.

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Care, clarity, and confidence in every step of your health journey.