Pear Tree Family Practice

07/06/2026

FLU SEASON IS HERE

Since June 1st alone, there have already been over 1,852 confirmed influenza cases here in SA and that's ONLY the ones reported through doctor visits. Thousands more cases are going untested and unreported. The risk is very real.

😷 Many people who feel unwell with flu-like symptoms never see a doctor or get tested — meaning the true number is far, far higher.

💉 The good news? YOU CAN PROTECT YOUR FAMILY.

Flu vaccination is recommended for ALL Australians aged 6 months and older. Looking at the latest SA coverage data (as of 30th May), vaccination rates still have a long way to go across every age group — especially in younger children and working-age adults.

Don't wait until someone in your household is knocked flat. Get vaccinated now.

📍 Contact us today online, via the AMS app or give us a call and book your appointment today.

❤️ Protect yourself. Protect your kids. Protect your community.

05/06/2026

✋ Rememeber the basics & always was your hands!

Thinking about washing your hands? The answer should always be yes.

One of the easiest ways to prevent the spread of infection is with thorough handwashing for at least 20 seconds with water and soap.

For more information, visit: brnw.ch/21x2MUF

05/06/2026

Express Clinic: Same-day care, Open every day

Not every urgent health problem needs an emergency department. When you need to be seen today, but it's not a life-threatening emergency, our Express Clinic is here for you every single day.

Suitable conditions include:

*Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
*Suspected fractures or broken bones
*Wound dressings and minor cuts
*Animal bites (excluding snake bites)
*Minor burns

Available for new and existing patients. Book online, via the AMS app, or call us on 08 7228 5818.

04/06/2026

Thought about a tree change, or a tree change?
Come join the team at Pear Tree and Little Pears Fmaily Practice as a Medical Receptionist!

Medical Receptionist wanted to join a supportive General Practice Team working at both Pear Tree Family Practice and Little Pears

03/06/2026

Please note that traffic on Partridge Street is currently experiencing significant delays due to roadworks. Allow yourself ample time to navigate the area. If you are running late to your appointment, please call the clinic to let us know.

02/06/2026

Dr Malcolm graduated from the University of Queensland and holds a Fellowship in General Practice (FRACGP), along with a Bachelor of Commerce. He brings a thoughtful, prevention-focused approach to care, with special interests in complex itinerary travel medicine, diver's health, men's health, and skin cancer checks. When he's not seeing patients, you'll find him underwater on a scuba dive or hunting down 20th-century Japanese woodblock prints. He's a man of great taste!

Dr Malcolm consults on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and alternate Fridays. Doctor Malcolm has opened books!

Book online, via the AMS app or call us on 08 7228 5818 to secure an appointment.

Please note: Dr Malcolm does not take on new patients requiring ADHD management or assessment, does not provide WorkCover consultations, and does not prescribe opiates or benzodiazepines. If you need support in any of these areas, please call our reception team and we'll help you find the right fit for your needs.

01/06/2026

👏 celebrate all your wins.

Everyone has a different quitting journey.

What works for one person may not work for you. And while some people may find quitting smoking and va**ng relatively easy, for others, it is a struggle that may take many attempts.

The good news is that there is always something different to try. Every quit attempt you make will give you skills and knowledge that you can take into your next, possibly successful, quit attempt.

To learn more about methods you can try, visit quityourwayinmay.com.au

01/06/2026

June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

Bowel cancer is Australia's second deadliest cancer, claiming the lives of over 100 Australians every week. The good news? Over 90% of bowel cancers can be successfully treated if detected early.

Regular screening saves lives. Ask your GP about the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program, available through the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. It could be the most important conversation you have this June.

27/05/2026

Did you know? Please book in to see our nurse to have your vaccine!

Please know there will be an administration nursing fee.

A free RSV vaccine is now available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 60 years and older, and for all people aged 75 years and over.

RSV is a respiratory infection that can cause serious illness in young children and older people.

Immunisation is the best protection against serious RSV illness and complications, ahead of the peak winter season.

Book now with your GP or usual immunisation provider.

To learn more, visit bit.ly/3PeDCpa

24/05/2026

Jetty Road Road works
Please be aware that road works on Jetty Road and Partridge Street may cause delays in the area this week. We recommend allowing a little extra travel time to help ensure you arrive at your appointment without stress.