Carina Medical Centre 2026: Family GP & Vaccinations
Independent Australian patient guide to Carina Medical & Specialist Centre, now located at The Hive in Cannon Hill. Check family GP services, childhood immunisations, adult and travel vaccines, private fees, 7-day hours, booking, parking, after-hours care, map, what to bring and how to avoid booking mistakes.
New Location
The Hive
1045 Wynnum Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170
Phone
07 3398 8188
Call for vaccines, fees and appointment type
Hours
Official site lists Mon 7am–6pm, Tue–Fri 6am–6pm, Sat–Sun 7am–6pm
Billing
Quality private billing GP practice. Medicare rebates processed on the day.
Quick Answer: Is Carina Medical Centre Good for Family GP and Vaccinations?
Yes. Carina Medical & Specialist Centre lists General Practice / Family Medicine, childhood immunisations, adult vaccination options and travel vaccines among its services. The clinic has moved from Carina to The Hive at Cannon Hill, but it still serves Carina, Carina Heights, Carindale, Cannon Hill, Coorparoo, Seven Hills, Belmont and nearby Brisbane suburbs.
The most important patient detail is billing. The official fee page describes quality private billing general practice, with fees based on appointment length and Medicare rebates processed on the day. For vaccine visits, call before booking to confirm vaccine stock, eligibility, appointment type and any vaccine or consultation cost.
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Carina Medical Centre Key Facts
This table covers the main patient search intent: Carina Medical Centre family GP, vaccination appointments, booking, phone number, fees, opening hours, new location, parking and after-hours help.
| Patient need | Public information | Best next action |
|---|---|---|
| Official clinic name | Carina Medical & Specialist Centre | Use the official website for current doctors, booking and services. |
| Current location | The Hive, 1045 Wynnum Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170 | Do not travel to the older Stanley Road address. Use the new Cannon Hill address. |
| Parking | Official site says parking is underneath the building, with entrance at 67 Ludwick Street, Cannon Hill. | Use the parking entrance address if driving. |
| Phone | 07 3398 8188 | Call for vaccine stock, GP appointment type, fees, cancellation rules and after-hours advice. |
| Family GP | Official service page says family medicine practitioners provide care for all members of the family regardless of age or gender. | Book standard care online; call for babies, multiple issues, complex history or specific GP choice. |
| Vaccinations | Official general practice page lists childhood vaccinations, adult vaccination options, cervical cancer vaccinations and travel vaccines. | Call first to confirm eligibility, stock, cost and timing. |
Family GP Care at Carina Medical & Specialist Centre
The official site positions the centre as a local family-focused Brisbane clinic. Its general practice page describes family medicine for all members of the family, women’s health, men’s health, family planning, vaccinations, skin checks, iron infusions and minor excisions.
Carina Medical Centre Vaccinations: Children, Adults and Travel
The official general practice page says doctors consulting from Carina Medical & Specialist Centre offer vaccination services for children and adults, covering childhood vaccinations for all age groups and a range of adult vaccination options. The official home page also lists childhood immunisations and travel vaccines as services.
Vaccination script: “I need a vaccination appointment. Can you confirm the vaccine is available, whether it is government-funded or private, the consultation fee, vaccine cost, and whether I need to bring my immunisation record?”
How to Book Carina Medical Centre
The official website links to an online booking pathway through Automed and also tells patients to call 07 3398 8188 for clinical enquiries and bookings. Online booking is good for straightforward appointments, but phone booking is better when the appointment needs special planning.
Original Tool: Carina GP & Vaccination Booking Helper
This tool helps you choose between online booking, calling reception, booking a long consult, checking vaccine stock, calling after-hours care, calling healthdirect or calling 000. It is not medical advice and does not diagnose symptoms.
Safety limit: This helper cannot assess symptoms. For emergency warning signs, call 000. For non-life-threatening uncertainty, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222.
Carina Medical Centre Fees and Private Billing
The official fee page says the doctors consulting from Carina Medical & Specialist Centre provide quality private billing general practice. Fees are based on consultation length, payment is required at the time of consultation, and Medicare rebates are processed immediately for convenience.
Current official fee examples include weekday standard GP consultation fees, long consultation fees, before-8am fees, weekend/public holiday fees, phone consult billing and a late arrival / cancellation / no-show fee. Because the table is doctor-specific and can change, always check the official fee page or call before booking.
| Fee topic | Official/public wording | Patient action |
|---|---|---|
| Private billing | Official fee page says quality private billing general practice, with payment required at consultation. | Ask the full fee, Medicare rebate and expected out-of-pocket gap. |
| Standard weekday consult | Official fee page lists standard weekday GP fees by doctor and Medicare rebate. | Check your selected doctor’s fee before confirming. |
| Long consult | Official fee page lists higher long consultation fees. | Book longer for new patients, multiple issues, mental health, chronic disease or complex family care. |
| Weekend / public holiday | Official page lists Saturday and Sunday/public holiday fee examples. | Confirm weekend GP fee before attending. |
| Telephone consults | Official fee page says telephone consults are billed according to the standard schedule, excluding COVID-19 testing requests. | Ask whether your phone consult is clinically suitable and rebateable. |
Fee script: “Before I book, can you confirm the full consultation fee, Medicare rebate, expected gap, vaccine cost if any, and whether this appointment type needs a long consult?”
Carina Medical Centre Opening Hours
The official website currently lists Carina Medical & Specialist Centre as open 7 days at The Hive in Cannon Hill. QFinder may show older or different hour blocks, so use the official clinic website or reception for same-day confirmation.
| Day | Official site hours | Patient note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00am–6:00pm | Useful for early family GP access. |
| Tuesday | 6:00am–6:00pm | Before-8am fees may apply based on official fee table. |
| Wednesday | 6:00am–6:00pm | Check booking screen for available doctors. |
| Thursday | 6:00am–6:00pm | Call for long consults or vaccine stock. |
| Friday | 6:00am–6:00pm | Do not leave travel vaccines or scripts until late Friday. |
| Saturday | 7:00am–6:00pm | Weekend fees and doctor availability should be confirmed. |
| Sunday | 7:00am–6:00pm | Sunday/public holiday fees may differ. Confirm before booking. |
Carina Medical & Specialist Centre Services
The official site lists a broad range of services under one roof, including general practice, women’s health, iron infusion therapy, corporate health checks, childhood immunisations, pregnancy care, health assessments / care plans, skin checks, injury management and travel vaccines.
Carina Medical Centre Telephone Consults and Telehealth Caution
The official fee page says telephone consults are billed according to the standard schedule of fees, excluding COVID-19 testing requests. Telehealth and phone consults can be useful for selected follow-up care, but they are not suitable for emergencies, major new symptoms, physical examinations, skin checks, wound assessment or vaccination visits.
Simple rule: If your appointment needs a physical exam, vaccination, skin check, procedure, injury assessment, child examination or travel vaccine planning, call reception before choosing a phone consult.
After-Hours Help When Carina Medical Centre Is Closed
The official site footer states: call 000 in an emergency or present to your nearest emergency department. It also lists after-hours care through 13SICK on 13 74 25. For non-life-threatening uncertainty, healthdirect provides nurse advice on 1800 022 222.
Patient Help Video: GP, Vaccine Appointment or Urgent Help?
This is not a Carina Medical & Specialist Centre promotional video. It is included because patients often need help deciding whether to book a family GP, book a vaccination appointment, call healthdirect, use after-hours care or call 000.
- Use 000 for emergency symptoms.
- Use the clinic for routine family GP care and vaccination planning.
- Call reception for vaccine stock, fees and appointment type.
- Call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 if unsure.
Carina Medical Centre Map, Parking and Access
Carina Medical & Specialist Centre is now located at The Hive, 1045 Wynnum Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170. The official website says parking is underneath the building and the parking entrance is at 67 Ludwick Street, Cannon Hill. QFinder lists accessible building, accessible parking and accessible toilets.
People Also Search For: Carina Family GP, Vaccines, Fees and Booking
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Common Mistakes Before Booking Carina Medical Centre
- Travelling to the old Carina address instead of the new The Hive location at Cannon Hill.
- Assuming every GP appointment is bulk billed when the official fee page describes private billing.
- Booking a short standard appointment for multiple issues, new-patient history, mental health, care plans or vaccine planning.
- Assuming the exact travel vaccine or adult vaccine is in stock without calling first.
- Forgetting childhood immunisation records, Medicare card, vaccine history or child health record.
- Ignoring weekend and before-8am fee differences.
- Using a phone consult when a physical exam, vaccination, skin check or injury assessment is needed.
- Using a GP booking for emergency symptoms instead of calling 000.
Official and Trusted Sources
This page is an independent patient guide for MedicalCentre-AU.org. It is not the official website of Carina Medical & Specialist Centre, Automed, QFinder, Queensland Health, Medicare, healthdirect or any government agency.
Always confirm current doctors, vaccine stock, vaccine eligibility, fees, appointment type, opening hours, public holiday access, parking and after-hours pathways directly with the clinic before travelling.
FAQ: Carina Medical Centre Family GP and Vaccinations
What is Carina Medical Centre’s official name?
The official clinic name is Carina Medical & Specialist Centre. It is also commonly searched as Carina Medical Centre.
Where is Carina Medical Centre located now?
Carina Medical & Specialist Centre is now located at The Hive, 1045 Wynnum Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170. The official site says parking access is via 67 Ludwick Street, Cannon Hill.
What is Carina Medical Centre phone number?
The public phone number is 07 3398 8188. Call for booking, vaccination stock, appointment type, fees, after-hours advice and current doctor availability.
Does Carina Medical Centre offer family GP care?
Yes. The official general practice page says family medicine practitioners provide care for all members of the family regardless of age or gender.
Does Carina Medical Centre offer vaccinations?
Yes. The official site lists childhood immunisations, adult vaccination options, cervical cancer vaccinations and travel vaccines. Call first to confirm vaccine stock, eligibility and cost.
Is Carina Medical Centre bulk billing?
The official fee page describes the practice as quality private billing general practice, with payment required at the time of consultation and Medicare rebates processed for convenience. Confirm your exact fee before booking.
What are Carina Medical Centre opening hours?
The official website lists Monday 7:00am–6:00pm, Tuesday to Friday 6:00am–6:00pm, and Saturday to Sunday 7:00am–6:00pm. Confirm before travelling on public holidays or for specific doctor availability.
How do I book Carina Medical Centre?
You can use the official online booking pathway linked from the clinic website or call 07 3398 8188. Call reception for vaccines, long consults, fees, procedures or new-patient questions.
What should I bring for a vaccination appointment?
Bring your Medicare card, payment card, immunisation history, child health record if relevant, travel itinerary for travel vaccines, allergy details and any previous vaccine records.
What should I do if Carina Medical Centre is closed?
The official site lists 13SICK on 13 74 25 for after-hours doctor help. For non-life-threatening uncertainty, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. For emergencies, call 000.