Western Medical Centre: Skin Cancer Check, GP & Health 2026

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Yarraville VIC · Skin Check · GP · Health Guide 2026

Western Medical Centre: Skin Cancer Check, GP & Health 2026

A practical patient guide for The Western Medical Centre at 168 Somerville Road, Yarraville. Learn how to choose the right GP appointment, when to book a skin cancer check, what fees apply, what to bring, how Saturday emergency drop-in works, and when to use healthdirect or 000 instead of waiting for a routine visit.

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Address

168 Somerville Road, Yarraville VIC 3013
Corner of Somerville and Williamstown Roads

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Phone

03 9351 7699
Call for skin checks, fees and appointment type

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Hours

Healthdirect: Mon–Fri 8am–5:30pm
Sat 8am–10am · Sun closed

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Billing

Healthdirect lists fees apply. Confirm GP, skin check and procedure costs before booking.

Quick Answer: What Is Western Medical Centre Best For?

The Western Medical Centre is a Yarraville family GP clinic at 168 Somerville Road, with appointment-based weekday GP care, a short Saturday emergency drop-in window, and services that include general practice, health checks, women’s health, pregnancy and family planning, immunisations, diabetes education, pathology access nearby, and minor surgery such as mole removal.

For skin cancer concerns, do not book a rushed general appointment if you need a full-body skin check, multiple mole checks, dermoscopy discussion, biopsy planning or removal of a lesion. Call 03 9351 7699 and ask whether you need a dedicated skin check appointment, a particular GP, a longer consult, or a minor surgery booking.

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Western Medical Centre Key Facts for Patients

This table answers the main patient searches around Western Medical Centre Yarraville, skin cancer checks, GP appointments, opening hours, phone number, fees and Saturday access.

Patient need	Verified public information	Practical next step
Clinic name	The Western Medical Centre	Match the Yarraville address before booking, because “Western Medical Centre” can be confused with other western-suburb clinics.
Address	168 Somerville Road, Yarraville VIC 3013	The official site says it is on the corner of Somerville and Williamstown Roads.
Phone	03 9351 7699	Call for skin check length, mole removal, fees, Saturday drop-in suitability and new-patient questions.
Billing	Healthdirect lists “fees apply”.	Ask about consultation fee, Medicare rebate, skin check fee, biopsy fee, mole removal fee and private paperwork fees.
Access	Healthdirect lists free parking, baby change facility and appointment needed.	Book before travelling unless you are using the short Saturday emergency drop-in clinic.
Skin-related services	Official services page mentions minor surgery including mole removal and skin-related procedures.	Ask whether your concern needs a skin check appointment, GP consult, biopsy, excision or referral.

Western Medical Centre Skin Cancer Check: When to Book and What to Ask

A skin cancer check is not just “looking at a mole quickly”. Healthdirect explains that a doctor may ask about your risk factors, examine your skin, use a magnifying light tool, check suspicious spots, discuss prevention, and arrange biopsy, removal or specialist referral if needed. Cancer Council Australia also advises seeing a GP if a mole looks different, a new mole appears after age 25, or a spot changes in size, shape, colour, border, surface, symptoms or bleeding pattern.

Book a dedicated skin checkBest if you have multiple spots, past skin cancer, many moles, family history of melanoma, outdoor work or strong sun exposure history.

Ask for urgent reviewBest if a spot is changing quickly, bleeding, crusting, painful, not healing, new after age 25, or looks very different from your other moles.

Ask about procedure feesMole removal, biopsy, excision, dressing and pathology may be billed differently from a standard GP consult.

Bring useful historyPrevious biopsy reports, photos of changing moles, family history, medication list, allergies and blood-thinner details.

Practical booking script: “I want a skin cancer check / mole review at The Western Medical Centre. I have [one spot / several spots / past skin cancer / family history]. Do I need a dedicated skin check appointment, a longer consult, or a doctor who does mole removal?”

Original Tool: Western Medical Centre Skin Check & GP Visit Checker

This tool helps you choose between a standard GP appointment, a dedicated skin check, calling reception, using healthdirect or calling 000. It is not a diagnosis tool.

1. What is the main reason?

2. Skin cancer risk level?

3. Fee concern?

4. How soon?

Choose the options above, then tap “Check Best Next Step”.

Safety note: This tool cannot tell whether a spot is cancer. If a spot is changing, bleeding, crusting, painful, not healing or worrying you, book medical review rather than waiting for a routine reminder.

How to Book Western Medical Centre Without Choosing the Wrong Appointment

The official site has a booking page and the practice phone number. Healthdirect also shows Healthengine booking availability. The safest booking method depends on your reason for attending.

Use standard booking for one simple GP issue. Examples include a basic illness review, repeat script discussion, simple certificate, short referral or straightforward follow-up.
Call reception for skin checks and procedures. Ask whether your mole review needs a dedicated skin appointment, longer consult, biopsy planning, removal appointment or dressing follow-up.
Call for complex health needs. Chronic disease care, mental health, multiple symptoms, care plans, pregnancy planning, women’s health or paperwork may need a longer consult.
Use Saturday carefully. The official site describes Saturday as an emergency drop-in clinic, while Healthdirect lists Saturday 8am–10am. Do not rely on Saturday for routine paperwork or lengthy skin checks unless reception confirms.
Use official sources for final action. After choosing your appointment type, use the official booking page or call 03 9351 7699.

Western Medical Centre Fees: GP, Skin Checks and Minor Surgery

Healthdirect lists The Western Medical Centre as “fees apply”. That does not mean every service costs the same. A standard GP consult, skin cancer check, biopsy, mole removal, dressing, pathology-related follow-up, private medical report or work form may all have different billing rules.

Ask before booking skin checksSkin checks can take longer than a standard consult, especially if you have multiple spots or past skin cancer.

Ask before mole removalMole removal, biopsy, excision, dressings and pathology can involve separate fees or Medicare item rules.

Ask about Medicare rebateServices Australia explains that bulk billing means Medicare is accepted as full payment, but if more than one service happens in a visit, not everything may be bulk billed.

Ask about paperwork feesInsurance forms, workplace forms, reports, medicals and certificates may have private billing rules.

Fee script: “Healthdirect says fees apply. Can you tell me the current fee and Medicare rebate for a standard GP consult, a skin check, and a mole removal or biopsy if needed?”

Western Medical Centre Opening Hours 2026

Healthdirect lists weekday opening as 8am–5:30pm and Saturday 8am–10am, while the official website search snippet shows Monday–Friday 8am–6pm, Saturday 8am–10am, Sunday closed and public holidays closed. Because small differences can affect arrival time, confirm directly before travelling near closing time.

Day	Publicly listed hours	Patient note
Monday	8am–5:30pm on Healthdirect; official snippet shows weekdays to 6pm	Confirm if arriving late afternoon.
Tuesday	8am–5:30pm on Healthdirect; official snippet shows weekdays to 6pm	Book longer for complex or skin-related appointments.
Wednesday	8am–5:30pm on Healthdirect; official snippet shows weekdays to 6pm	Confirm doctor availability if you need a specific GP.
Thursday	8am–5:30pm on Healthdirect; official snippet shows weekdays to 6pm	Do not leave urgent skin concerns until the end of the day.
Friday	8am–5:30pm on Healthdirect; official snippet shows weekdays to 6pm	Call early if you need results or referrals before the weekend.
Saturday	8am–10am	Official site describes Saturday as an emergency drop-in clinic. Confirm suitability before attending.
Sunday	Closed	Use healthdirect, urgent care or 000 depending on severity.
Public holidays	Closed	Healthdirect lists multiple VIC public holidays as closed.

Western Medical Centre GP and Health Services

The official services page describes The Western Medical Centre as a family general practice and lists patient needs across pregnancy and family planning, women’s health, diabetes education, pathology access nearby, and minor surgery. The practical point is not just “they do services” — it is choosing the right appointment type.

Skin checks and molesBook dedicated time for new, changing, bleeding or non-healing spots, especially if you need multiple areas checked.

Minor surgeryAsk whether mole removal, biopsy or excision requires a separate procedure appointment and fee estimate.

Women’s healthPregnancy planning, contraception, cervical screening discussions and menopause concerns may need a preferred GP or longer appointment.

Family GP careGeneral illness, preventive health, referrals, scripts, certificates and ongoing health reviews.

Diabetes educationThe official services page mentions booking with nurse Melissa for diabetes education.

Vaccines and preventionAsk about flu vaccination, travel vaccination, stock, fees and eligibility before attending.

Pathology Near Western Medical Centre

The official services page says Melbourne Pathology service is available at 204 Williamstown Road, Yarraville, adjacent to The Western Medical Centre. It lists operating hours as Monday to Friday 8am–4:30pm and Saturday 8:30am–11:30am. Confirm collection times before attending because pathology hours may differ from GP clinic hours.

Bring request formPathology collection usually needs a valid pathology request form from your doctor.

Check fasting rulesSome tests require fasting or timing around medication. Ask before attending.

Follow up resultsAsk whether you need a GP appointment for results, especially after skin biopsy or abnormal blood tests.

Do not assume same hoursPathology collection hours can differ from medical centre opening hours.

Patient Help Video: How to Do a Skin Cancer Self-Check

Patient education note

This is not a Western Medical Centre promotional video. It is included because patients searching for skin cancer checks often need to understand what to look for before deciding whether to book a GP skin check, call reception, use healthdirect or seek urgent help.

Use self-checking to notice change, not to diagnose yourself.
Book medical review for new, changing, bleeding or non-healing spots.
Call 000 for emergency symptoms unrelated to routine skin checks.
Ask reception whether you need a skin-check appointment or procedure booking.

Western Medical Centre Map, Parking and Access

The Western Medical Centre is at 168 Somerville Road, Yarraville VIC 3013. The official site says it is located on the corner of Somerville and Williamstown Roads. Healthdirect lists free parking and baby change facility. Confirm access needs with reception if mobility, pram access or timing matters.

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People Also Search For: Western Medical Centre Skin Check, GP, Fees and Hours

This section covers related search intent naturally, so users get useful answers instead of a keyword list.

Western Medical Centre skin cancer checkAsk for a dedicated skin appointment if you need a full-body check, mole review, dermoscopy, biopsy discussion or mole removal.

Western Medical Centre YarravilleThis guide covers the clinic at 168 Somerville Road, Yarraville VIC 3013, not a different western-suburb clinic.

Western Medical Centre feesHealthdirect lists fees apply. Ask about standard GP consults, skin checks, minor surgery, reports and Medicare rebates.

Western Medical Centre hoursHealthdirect lists Mon–Fri 8am–5:30pm, Saturday 8am–10am, Sunday closed, with public holidays closed.

Western Medical Centre book onlineUse online booking for simple visits, but call reception for skin checks, procedures, long consults or fee uncertainty.

GP near Yarraville or SpotswoodThe clinic may suit patients around Yarraville, Spotswood, Kingsville, West Footscray, Seddon and Newport.

Common Mistakes Before Booking Western Medical Centre

Booking a short GP visit when you need a full-body skin check or multiple mole reviews.
Assuming “mole removal” has the same fee and appointment length as a standard GP consult.
Using Saturday’s short emergency drop-in window for routine paperwork or long preventive care.
Assuming fees are bulk billed when Healthdirect lists “fees apply”.
Forgetting previous biopsy reports, mole photos, medication list or blood-thinner details before a skin appointment.
Ignoring new, changing, bleeding or non-healing skin spots because they do not hurt.
Confusing The Western Medical Centre in Yarraville with other western-suburb GP clinics.

Official and Trusted Sources

This page is an independent patient guide for MedicalCentre-AU.org. It is not the official website of The Western Medical Centre, Healthdirect, Healthengine, Cancer Council, Services Australia, Medicare, Melbourne Pathology, Victoria Health or any individual GP.

Use the guide to understand your options, then use official sources for booking, billing, service availability and final medical decisions.

official Western Medical Centre website Best starting point for clinic name, address, phone and practice information. official services page Use for GP services, minor surgery, mole removal wording, pathology access and nurse service notes. official contact page Use for phone number, address and current opening-hour confirmation. official booking page Use after deciding whether your appointment is a standard GP visit, skin check, long consult or procedure question. Healthdirect listing Public health-service source for hours, fees apply, access details, booking and service information. Cancer Council skin-check guidance Use for skin self-check signs, melanoma ABCDE changes and when to speak with a GP. healthdirect skin cancer check guide Use for risk factors, what happens during a skin check and how often higher-risk patients may need review. Services Australia bulk billing page Use to understand what bulk billing means and why more than one service in a visit may not all be bulk billed.

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FAQ — Western Medical Centre Skin Cancer Check, GP and Health

Where is The Western Medical Centre located?

The Western Medical Centre is located at 168 Somerville Road, Yarraville VIC 3013. The official site says it is on the corner of Somerville and Williamstown Roads.

What is Western Medical Centre phone number?

The listed phone number is 03 9351 7699. Call for booking, skin checks, minor surgery questions, fees, doctor availability and Saturday access.

Does Western Medical Centre offer skin cancer checks?

The official services page describes minor surgery including mole removal and skin-related procedures. For a full-body skin check, mole review, biopsy discussion or skin cancer concern, call reception and ask what appointment type is required.

What are Western Medical Centre opening hours?

Healthdirect lists Monday to Friday 8am–5:30pm and Saturday 8am–10am. The official website snippet shows Monday to Friday 8am–6pm, Saturday 8am–10am, Sunday closed and public holidays closed, so confirm before travelling near closing time.

Does Western Medical Centre bulk bill?

Healthdirect lists fees apply for this service. Ask reception for the current fee, Medicare rebate and whether any part of your visit can be bulk billed.

Can I book Western Medical Centre online?

Yes, the official site has a booking page and Healthdirect shows Healthengine appointment access. For skin checks, procedures, long consults or fee questions, call reception before booking online.

What should I bring to a skin check at Western Medical Centre?

Bring Medicare card, payment method, medication list, allergies, previous biopsy results, photos of changing spots, family history details and blood-thinner information if relevant.

What happens during a GP skin cancer check?

A doctor may ask about your risk factors, examine suspicious spots or your skin more broadly, use a magnifying light tool, discuss sun protection, and arrange biopsy, removal or referral if needed.

Is Western Medical Centre open on Saturday?

Healthdirect lists Saturday 8am–10am. The official site describes Saturday as an emergency drop-in clinic, so call first if your issue is routine, long, procedure-based or fee-sensitive.

What should I do if Western Medical Centre is closed?

For non-emergency health advice, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. For emergencies such as chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, serious injury or heavy bleeding, call 000.

Final Patient Summary

The Western Medical Centre is a Yarraville GP clinic at 168 Somerville Road, with public information showing fees apply, appointment-based access, weekday GP care and a short Saturday emergency drop-in window. It is relevant for patients searching for GP care, skin cancer checks, mole removal, women’s health, family planning, diabetes education, pathology access and preventive health. For skin concerns, call 03 9351 7699 and ask for the right appointment type before booking.

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