Cape Naturaliste Medical Centre is here for you throughout the COVID-19 pandemic
We continue to offer in-person appointments every day. Our staff are here to help solve our communities health problems across all elements of GP care, including acute injuries and suturing, childhood immunisations, management of chronic disease, COVID-19 vaccines and skin excisions. We appreciate the high demand for care in our local emergency departments and are keen to assist with solving same-day medical problems whenever we are able.
Is anxiety or depression having a significant impact on your life?
Our staff are aware of the unprecedented challenges that the pandemic has represented for many in our community. If your mental health has been adversely impacted during the pandemic, our GPs are here to help.
Can I receive COVID-19 vaccines at Cape Naturaliste Medical Centre?
Cape Naturaliste Medical Centre continues to offer a safe and supportive environment to access COVID-19 vaccines for all patients aged 5 years and over.
Click below to download a consent form prior to your appointment.
I have tested positive for COVID-19 and would like to discuss accessing COVID-19 oral antiviral treatment with my GP
Specific vulnerable patients are eligible for COVID-19 oral antiviral treatment after they test positive for COVID-19. This treatment is most effective when started soon after diagnosis. Cape Naturaliste Medical Centre sets aside Telehealth appointments each day to ensure prompt access to this treatment for our most vulnerable patients.
Face to face appointments for patients with respiratory symptoms
Patients with respiratory symptoms are required to have a negative PCR COVID-19 test within past 72 hours or negative RAT test within the past 24 hours of their appointment time.
Waiting outside when visiting Cape Naturaliste Medical Centre
If you have respiratory symptoms and have tested negative for COVID-19, we ask you to wait outside or in your car for your appointment and we will call you when your doctor is ready to see you.
How do I organise PCR testing for COVID-19?
We do not offer COVID-19 PCR testing. To perform PCR testing, please book a Telehealth consult, so that your GP can issue you with a pathology request, then a PCR self-collection kit can be picked up from Dunsborough Clinipath at 54 Dunn Bay Road. Once you have completed the PCR swab, Dunsborough Clinipath has a drop-off box to submit your sample.