Five Dock Medical Centre: Doctors, Bulk Bill & Hours 2026

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Independent patient guide · Five Dock NSW · 2026

Five Dock Medical Centre: Doctors, Bulk Billing, Hours & Online Booking

This page covers Five Dock Medical Centre at 150 Great North Road, Five Dock NSW 2046. It helps you identify the correct clinic, book through the official Family Doctor system, check the current doctor roster, understand the bulk-billing exceptions, and avoid relying on outdated opening hours.

The main reception number is 02 8753 4700. The current official page lists the clinic as open Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with Saturday, Sunday and public holidays closed.

Official Clinic Website Book Appointment Call 02 8753 4700 Address & Directions
Address 150 Great North Road Five Dock NSW 2046
Phone 02 8753 4700 Bookings, doctor choice and fees
Hours Mon–Fri 8am–5pm Weekend and public holidays: closed
Billing Bulk billing with exceptions Some doctors/services can be privately billed
Emergency: Five Dock Medical Centre is not an emergency department. For a life-threatening medical emergency in Australia, call Triple Zero (000). Do not wait for routine online booking or reception.
Fast patient answer

Five Dock Medical Centre Quick Information

Correct clinic Five Dock Medical Centre Family Doctor clinic at 150 Great North Road, Five Dock NSW 2046.
Booking Online or phone The official clinic page provides an online booking pathway and reception booking.
New patients Currently welcomed The official clinic FAQ says new patients can book their first appointment online.
Telehealth Available for eligible patients Eligibility and Medicare requirements should be confirmed when booking.
Do not confuse it with Five Dock Family Medical. Five Dock Medical Centre is the Great North Road clinic using phone 02 8753 4700. Checking both the address and phone number helps avoid booking the wrong Five Dock practice.
Booking micro-steps

How to Book Five Dock Medical Centre Online

Routine GP visits can be booked through the official Five Dock Medical Centre booking page. If the appointment is complex, you need a particular doctor, or billing matters to you, calling reception can be safer.

Open the official Five Dock Medical Centre booking page. Use the Family Doctor booking page linked below rather than a third-party search result.
Review the appointments currently offered. The live booking system controls available doctors, appointment options and times. Choose only an option actually shown there.
Select an available doctor or appointment time. If you need a particular GP, skin check, long consultation, women’s health visit, procedure or complex appointment, confirm the appropriate booking type first.
Enter the patient details requested by the official system. Review the selected doctor, appointment date and clinic location before continuing.
Check billing before final confirmation. The clinic promotes Medicare bulk billing for eligible patients, but the official doctor roster identifies individual private-billing doctors and procedures may attract fees.
Save your confirmation. Keep the appointment confirmation and call reception if you need to change the visit, ask about a longer consultation or clarify the fee.
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Important billing clarification

Does Five Dock Medical Centre Bulk Bill?

The official Five Dock Medical Centre website says it is a Medicare bulk-billing practice and that eligible consultations are bulk billed. The clinic homepage also says Medicare card holders have no out-of-pocket cost for standard GP consultations.

However, the current official doctor roster creates an important exception: it explicitly identifies Dr Kanav Malhotra and Dr Vera Tatossian as private-billing doctors. The fee page also says procedures may attract a fee. For that reason, this independent guide does not tell every patient that every appointment is free.

Standard GP Strong bulk-billing signal The clinic says eligible Medicare consultations are bulk billed.
Doctor exception Some doctors private bill The official roster specifically identifies private-billing GPs.
Procedures Extra fee may apply The official fee page states procedures may attract fees.
Situation Current verified signal What to do
Eligible standard GP consultation Official clinic page says Medicare card holders are bulk billed for standard GP consultations. Bring your valid Medicare card and confirm the selected doctor.
Dr Kanav Malhotra Official doctor profile says he is a private-billing doctor. Ask reception for the current consultation fee before booking.
Dr Vera Tatossian Official profile says she is a private-billing GP. Confirm the fee before the appointment.
Procedure or non-standard service Official fee page says procedures may attract a fee. Ask about the procedure/service cost before attending.
Vaccination Nurse immunisation services are listed; private flu vaccines can have a charge. Ask whether the vaccine itself is funded or privately purchased.
Eligible standard GP visit Clinic says standard Medicare GP consultations are bulk billed. Confirm the selected doctor.
Dr Kanav Malhotra Official profile identifies him as a private-billing doctor. Ask reception for the fee.
Dr Vera Tatossian Official profile identifies her as a private-billing GP.
Procedures The clinic says procedures may attract a fee.
Vaccinations Some government-funded vaccines may differ from private vaccine costs.
Best billing question: “Will my appointment with this doctor, for this exact service, be bulk billed with my Medicare card, or is there a private or procedure fee?”
If you are comparing Inner West billing policies, the Leichhardt Medical Centre billing guide explains a clinic where official bulk-billing wording and private-fee signals also need careful reconciliation, while the Rozelle Medical Centre guide covers a nearby private-billing GP model.
Official Fees Page Confirm Your Fee
Current official roster

Doctors Consulting at Five Dock Medical Centre

The official Family Doctor website currently lists the following practitioners at Five Dock Medical Centre. Rosters and availability can change, so use the live booking page or current doctor page before choosing a practitioner.

Dr George Peponis General Practitioner. Official profile lists interests including aged care, diabetes and hypertension.
Dr Adel Atallah General Practitioner. Official profile notes family medicine, men’s/women’s/paediatric care, sports medicine and chronic disease management.
Dr Richard Sanders General Practitioner listed on the current official doctor page.
Dr Gurmeet Kaur Gilhotra General Practitioner. Official profile lists women’s health, antenatal care, children’s health, mental health and chronic illness interests.
Dr Somen Chowdhury Listed on the current Five Dock Medical Centre doctor roster.
Dr Samina Sharmin Listed on the current Five Dock Medical Centre doctor roster.
Dr Andrew Strokon Listed on the current Five Dock Medical Centre doctor roster.
Dr Sebastian Rodrigues Official page lists him as a General Surgeon consulting at Five Dock Medical Centre.
Dr Kanav Malhotra Private billing: the official profile explicitly identifies Dr Malhotra as a private-billing doctor.
Dr Vera Tatossian Private billing: the official profile explicitly identifies Dr Tatossian as a private-billing GP.
Doctor availability changes. A doctor being listed on the official roster does not guarantee that practitioner is working on the day you want. Check the official booking system for live availability.
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Current official hours

Five Dock Medical Centre Opening Hours

Monday8:00am–5:00pm
Tuesday8:00am–5:00pm
Wednesday8:00am–5:00pm
Thursday8:00am–5:00pm
Friday8:00am–5:00pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Public holidaysClosed on the current official page
Hours cross-check: the current official Family Doctor page and NSW/Healthdirect listing both show Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:00pm. Older directories may still display longer weekday or weekend hours; use the current official clinic page instead.
Verified clinic services

Services Listed at Five Dock Medical Centre

The official clinic and medical-services pages list a broad range of general practice services. Availability can still depend on the practitioner, day and appointment type.

General practice Routine GP and family care General medical consultations, health assessments, preventive care and family medicine are listed.
Skin Skin cancer checks The official clinic page lists skin cancer checks and skin screening among GP services.
Women’s health Women’s health and cervical screening Women’s health, cervical screening and family planning are listed by the clinic.
Children Children’s health and immunisations The practice lists children’s health, immunisations and preventive health services.
Chronic care Chronic disease management Diabetes, asthma, cardiovascular health and chronic disease management services are listed.
Mental health Mental health care The practice lists mental health among its general-practice services.
On-site support Pathology and allied health On-site pathology, dietitian, podiatry and psychology/psychotherapy are listed.
Travel Travel health and vaccinations Travel medicine and vaccinations are listed; vaccine cost and availability should be confirmed.
Work Pre-employment and workplace injury The official services page lists pre-employment medicals and workplace injury management.
Appointment-type rule: do not assume every service fits a short routine GP appointment. Call first for procedures, multiple health issues, skin procedures, work paperwork, iron infusion, complex mental health care or any visit where the required appointment length is unclear.
Official Medical Services
First appointment

New Patients, Walk-Ins and Telehealth

New patients Accepted The official FAQ says Five Dock Medical Centre is accepting new patients and first appointments can be booked online.
Same-day / walk-in Possible, not guaranteed The official site says same-day appointments are often available and walk-ins are welcome during opening hours.
Telehealth Available Official sources list telephone/telehealth consultations. Medicare eligibility can depend on patient circumstances.
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Medicare card
Bring a current card if you expect Medicare bulk billing to apply.
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Photo ID
Useful for first-visit registration and confirming patient details.
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Medication list
Include medicine names, doses, allergies and recent changes.
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Previous results
Bring recent pathology, imaging, specialist letters or discharge summaries when relevant.
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Relevant concession/DVA card
Bring any card connected with your billing or healthcare entitlement.
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Payment method
Bring one because private doctors, procedures, vaccines or non-standard services may attract fees.
First-visit tip: the official site recommends a longer first appointment so the GP has enough time to understand your health history. Check the live booking options or call reception if the correct appointment length is unclear.
When the clinic is closed

Five Dock Medical Centre After-Hours Help

NSW/Healthdirect information says patients can call the main clinic number outside practice hours and that after-hours calls are attended by rostered GPs from the practice, with fees applying. Because after-hours arrangements can change, call the clinic number and follow the current instructions rather than relying on an old directory.

After hours 02 8753 4700 Healthdirect lists the main clinic phone for the after-hours arrangement and notes that fees apply.
Health advice healthdirect 1800 022 222 Use for non-emergency Australian health advice when you are unsure what level of care is appropriate.
Emergency Triple Zero 000 Use for life-threatening illness or injury.
Call Clinic Call healthdirect Call 000
Location & directions

Five Dock Medical Centre Address and Google Map

Address 150 Great North Road Five Dock NSW 2046.
Phone 02 8753 4700 Main clinic reception.
Fax 02 8753 4788 Listed by the official clinic and NSW/Healthdirect sources.
Arrival check: use the exact address 150 Great North Road, Five Dock NSW 2046. Five Dock has other GP clinics with similar names, so match the address and phone number before travelling.
Inner West alternatives: if the Great North Road clinic is closed or does not suit your appointment, compare the Burwood Medical Centre weekend GP guide or the Marrickville Medical Centre walk-in and bulk-billing guide. These are separate clinics with different doctors, hours and billing policies.
Before you book

Common Five Dock Medical Centre Booking Mistakes

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Using outdated weekend hours
Current official sources show the clinic closed Saturday and Sunday.
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Assuming every doctor bulk bills
The official roster identifies at least two private-billing doctors.
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Assuming procedures are free
The official fee page says procedures may attract fees.
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Booking the wrong Five Dock clinic
Match 150 Great North Road and 02 8753 4700.
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Booking too little time
New patients, multiple concerns and complex visits may need longer appointments.
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Using routine booking for emergencies
Call 000 for life-threatening emergencies.
Official sources checked

Official Links to Check Before Your Visit

Official Five Dock Medical Centre page

Use for phone, address, opening hours, booking access, new patients, services and current clinic notices.

Open official clinic page
Official booking page

Use for currently available appointment options and practitioner times.

Open booking page
Official doctor roster

Use to check which practitioners are currently listed and identify doctor-specific billing notes.

See current doctors
Official fees page

Use for current Medicare bulk-billing wording, procedure-fee warning, immunisation information and telehealth notes.

Check fees and billing
Official medical services page

Use for skin checks, women’s health, pathology, immunisation, chronic disease and other currently listed services.

View medical services
NSW / Healthdirect listing

Useful cross-check for address, phone, hours, facilities, telehealth, billing conditions and after-hours information.

Open NSW listing
Information checked: 5 October 2026. Doctor rosters, appointment availability, bulk-billing rules, private doctor fees, procedures and clinic hours can change. Use the official clinic or reception for the final confirmation before travelling.
Patient FAQs

FAQ: Five Dock Medical Centre Doctors, Bulk Billing & Hours

Where is Five Dock Medical Centre?

Five Dock Medical Centre is located at 150 Great North Road, Five Dock NSW 2046.

What is the Five Dock Medical Centre phone number?

Call 02 8753 4700 for bookings, doctor availability, billing, appointment type and clinic questions.

Can I book Five Dock Medical Centre online?

Yes. The official Family Doctor website provides a Five Dock Medical Centre online booking page. Use it to see current appointment options and practitioner availability.

What are Five Dock Medical Centre opening hours?

The current official clinic page lists Monday to Friday 8:00am–5:00pm. Saturday, Sunday and public holidays are listed as closed.

Does Five Dock Medical Centre bulk bill?

The official clinic says eligible Medicare consultations are bulk billed and standard GP consultations for Medicare card holders generally have no out-of-pocket cost. However, the official doctor page identifies some doctors as private billing and procedures may attract fees, so confirm the exact doctor and service before attending.

Which Five Dock Medical Centre doctors are private billing?

The current official doctor page explicitly identifies Dr Kanav Malhotra as a private-billing doctor and Dr Vera Tatossian as a private-billing GP. Reception can confirm current fees.

Which doctors work at Five Dock Medical Centre?

The official page currently lists doctors including Dr George Peponis, Dr Adel Atallah, Dr Richard Sanders, Dr Gurmeet Kaur Gilhotra, Dr Somen Chowdhury, Dr Samina Sharmin, Dr Andrew Strokon, Dr Sebastian Rodrigues, Dr Kanav Malhotra and Dr Vera Tatossian. The roster can change, so check the live official doctor page.

Does Five Dock Medical Centre accept new patients?

Yes. The official clinic FAQ says new patients are currently accepted and can book a first appointment online. The clinic recommends allowing longer for a first visit so the GP can understand your health history.

Does Five Dock Medical Centre offer skin checks?

Yes. The current official clinic pages list skin cancer checks and skin screening among the services offered. Ask reception about the correct doctor, appointment type and any procedure fee.

Does Five Dock Medical Centre offer women’s health services?

Yes. The official medical-services page lists women’s health, cervical screening and family planning. Doctor suitability and appointment length should be confirmed when booking.

Does Five Dock Medical Centre offer telehealth?

Yes. Official clinic and Healthdirect information lists telehealth or telephone consultations. Medicare eligibility and whether an in-person follow-up is needed depend on the patient and consultation.

Is Five Dock Medical Centre open on Saturday or Sunday?

No. The current official Family Doctor page lists Saturday and Sunday as closed. Older directories may still show historic weekend hours, so use the current clinic page.

Does Five Dock Medical Centre have pathology?

The official services page lists on-site pathology. Pathology operating times may differ from clinic opening hours, so confirm collection hours before attending specifically for pathology.

What should I bring to my appointment?

Bring your Medicare card, relevant concession or DVA card, photo ID, medication and allergy list, useful previous results or specialist letters, and a payment method in case a private doctor, procedure, vaccine or non-standard service fee applies.

What should I do when Five Dock Medical Centre is closed?

Healthdirect information says to call the main clinic number for its current after-hours arrangement and notes that fees may apply. For non-emergency health advice call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. For a life-threatening emergency call 000.

Five Dock Medical Centre: The Practical Bottom Line

Five Dock Medical Centre is the Family Doctor clinic at 150 Great North Road, Five Dock NSW 2046. Call 02 8753 4700 or use the official online booking page for appointments. Current clinic hours are Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, with weekends and public holidays closed.

The main billing detail is important: the clinic promotes Medicare bulk billing for eligible standard GP consultations, but individual private-billing doctors and procedure fees exist. Check the doctor and service before assuming there will be no charge.

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