Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre: HotDoc App, Hours, GP Doctors, Fees & Same-Day Appointment Guide
This guide is for Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre at 1 Ridgway Dr, Flagstaff Hill SA 5159. It helps patients quickly check HotDoc booking, opening hours, GP doctors, same-day appointment rules, private billing, bulk-billing exceptions, services, results, scripts and after-hours care.
The key point: this is not a normal walk-in clinic. Use the online booking system or call reception. Walk-ins are not facilitated unless a doctor decides an urgent consultation is required.
Quick Answer: How Do You Book Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre?
Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre vs Similar Searches
Search results can confuse Flagstaff Hill SA with Flagstaff Medical Centre in New Zealand, Flagstone Medical Centre in Queensland, or other “Hill Medical” clinics. This page only covers the South Australian practice at Ridgway Drive.
| Clinic / search result | Address / phone | Best for | Patient warning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre This article focus |
1 Ridgway Dr, Flagstaff Hill SA 5159 08 8270 1194 |
GP appointments, HotDoc booking, urgent same-day phone triage, skin checks, women’s health, children’s health, mental health, chronic care and procedures. | Private billing. No normal walk-ins. Public holidays closed. |
| Flagstaff Medical Centre Different country |
Hamilton, New Zealand search result. | Only relevant if you are in New Zealand. | Do not copy doctors, phone or fees into this SA page. |
| Flagstone Medical Centre Different Queensland clinic |
Flagstone QLD search result. | Different clinic with different billing and skin-clinic details. | Not Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre. |
| Hill Medical Services Different clinic group |
Separate Australian clinic result. | Only use if your booking confirmation matches that clinic. | Its bulk-billing rules do not apply to Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre. |
How to Book Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre on HotDoc / Online Booking
The official site links to online booking and HotDoc-style appointment actions. Use the booking page for standard appointments, and call reception when the appointment type is urgent, complex, longer, procedure-related or fee-sensitive.
Booking script: “I’m looking at HotDoc, but I’m not sure whether this needs 15 minutes, 30 minutes, a procedure room, nurse support or my usual doctor. Can you book the right appointment type and confirm the fee?”
Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre Opening Hours
The official pages list weekday opening from 8:30am to 5:30pm. Public holidays are closed.
Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre Doctors
The official doctors page says the clinic provides general family medicine, preventative health, vaccinations, minor surgery, men’s health, women’s health, children’s health, mental health, chronic disease management, musculoskeletal medicine, skin cancer medicine, shared obstetric care and travel medicine.
Dr Dami Gawley
Qualifications listed: MBChB, MRCGP, DRCOG.
Women’s health GP consultDr Andrew Southcott
Qualifications listed: MBBS, FRACGP.
Mental health Musculoskeletal medicineDr Lisa Walker
Qualifications listed: MBBS, FRACGP.
Women’s health Shared care Children’s healthDr Steph Zissis
Qualifications listed: DCH, BMBS, FRACGP, BSc.
Mental health Adolescent health PaediatricsDr Cate Price
Qualifications listed: DCH, DRANZCOG, MBBS, FRACGP, GDipEpiBiostats.
Skin cancer medicine Women’s health Mental healthDr Kathryn Mau
Qualification listed: MD.
Emergency medicine Women’s health Children’s healthDr Tess Gieroba
Qualification listed: MBBS.
Children’s health Women’s healthGP Registrars
The clinic is an RACGP-accredited training practice and supports GP Registrars who are fully qualified doctors undertaking advanced General Practice training.
RACGP training practice Book by availabilityFlagstaff Hill Medical Centre Fees and Bulk Billing
Short answer: the doctors are private billing and fees are payable in full at the time of consultation. The clinic can help process Medicare rebates, but you should still expect to pay the full appointment fee on the day unless your appointment fits a bulk-billing rule.
| Patient / appointment type | Official billing signal | What to ask before booking |
|---|---|---|
| Most standard adult GP consults | Private billing; full fee payable at time of consult. | “What is the total fee and estimated Medicare rebate for my appointment?” |
| Children younger than 16 | Bulk-billed Monday to Friday. | “Does this child appointment fit the weekday bulk-billing rule?” |
| DVA cardholders | FAQ says DVA cardholders are bulk-billed Monday to Friday. | “Does my DVA status cover this exact appointment and service?” |
| Pensioners, Healthcare Card holders, full-time students under 25 | Official fee page says these patients pay a $35 gap between 8am and 6pm. | “Does my card/status qualify for the $35 gap today?” |
| Saturday appointment | No bulk billing available on Saturdays. | “What is the private fee and rebate for Saturday?” |
| Appointment from 6pm | No bulk billing available from 6pm. | “Does an after-6pm appointment cost more or have no bulk billing?” |
| Wound care, consumables, admin requests, records transfer | Additional costs may apply. | “Are there extra fees for products, consumables, paperwork or record transfer?” |
| Workers compensation | Patients are required to pay in full and request reimbursement from employer. | “What documentation and payment do I need for WorkCover/workplace injury?” |
Services at Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre
Results, Prescriptions, Referrals and Email Safety
Results script: “I had a test and need to follow up. Should I book a standard appointment, longer appointment or phone call, and is there any urgency shown on my result notice?”
After-Hours Care When the Clinic Is Closed
The official site says that if you require medical assistance outside opening hours, call the clinic number and your call will be diverted to the after-hours Locum Service. For emergencies, call 000.
| Situation | Best route | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Life-threatening symptoms | Call 000 | Emergency ambulance care is needed. |
| Clinic closed, non-emergency help needed | Call 08 8270 1194 | The call may be diverted to the after-hours Locum Service. |
| Unsure whether urgent care is needed | Call Healthdirect 1800 022 222 | Nurse advice can help with non-emergency uncertainty. |
| Routine script, referral, result or certificate | Book during opening hours | These generally need a doctor appointment and are not emergency tasks. |
HotDoc, Phone, Longer Consult, Fee Check or 000?
This tool is not medical advice. It helps patients choose the safest booking/admin route for Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre.
Address, Parking, Map and What to Bring
Bring This to Avoid Delays
Needed for rebate and claim processing.
Bring a savings/cheque-linked card for instant TYRO Medicare rebate processing where available.
Fees are payable in full at the time of consultation.
Bring proof if you expect weekday DVA bulk billing or gap-fee rules.
Include dose, allergies and recent changes.
Useful for follow-up, specialist referral, chronic disease or shared care.
Record new, changing, bleeding, painful, itchy or unusual spots.
Check doctor, time, appointment length and cancellation rule.
Mistakes to Avoid Before Booking
Official Sources to Check Before You Travel
Use for clinic overview, new-patient status, services, parking signal, hours and after-hours instructions.
Open official websiteUse for phone, fax, address, online-form privacy warning and after-hours diversion.
Open contact pageUse for standard consult length, urgent-consult instruction, longer consults and cancellation fee.
Open appointment infoUse for private billing, Medicare rebates, weekday bulk-billing/gap rules and extra-cost warnings.
Open fees pageUse for doctor names, qualifications, interests and registrar-training information.
Open doctors pageUse for walk-in rules, results, scripts, referrals, nurse visit and usual-doctor availability answers.
Open FAQ pageFAQ: Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre HotDoc App, Hours, GP Doctors and Fees
What is Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre phone number?
The public phone number for Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre is 08 8270 1194.
Where is Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre located?
Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre is located at 1 Ridgway Dr, Flagstaff Hill SA 5159.
How do I book Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre online?
Use the official online booking or HotDoc listing for standard appointments. Call reception if your issue is urgent, complex, procedure-related, fee-sensitive, or needs a longer appointment.
Can I walk in without an appointment?
No, not normally. The official FAQ says Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre does not facilitate walk-in appointments unless a doctor deems that an urgent consultation is required.
What are Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre opening hours?
The official pages list Monday to Friday 8:30am–5:30pm and public holidays closed.
How long is a standard appointment?
A standard consultation is 15 minutes. A longer consultation is 30 minutes and may be required for complex issues, multiple concerns or procedures.
Does Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre bulk bill?
The doctors are private billing. Children younger than 16 are bulk-billed Monday to Friday, DVA cardholders are listed as bulk-billed Monday to Friday, and selected concession/student groups may pay a gap. There is no bulk billing on Saturdays or for appointments from 6pm.
How do Medicare rebates work?
Fees are payable in full at the time of consultation. The clinic can facilitate instant Medicare rebates through TYRO if you bring a savings card linked to a savings or cheque account, or lodge an online Medicare claim where bank details are registered.
Who are the doctors at Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre?
The official doctors page lists Dr Dami Gawley, Dr Andrew Southcott, Dr Lisa Walker, Dr Steph Zissis, Dr Cate Price, Dr Kathryn Mau and Dr Tess Gieroba, along with GP Registrar support.
Does Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre do skin checks?
Yes. The GP services page lists full body skin checks, individual spot checks, minor and complex excisions, and digital photography skin checks.
Does Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre offer women’s health services?
Yes. Listed services include contraception, cervical screening, sexual health, pregnancy testing, obstetric shared care, breast checks, Implanon and Mirena insertion and removal.
Do I need an appointment for results, scripts or referrals?
Yes, in many cases. The FAQ says results may require a consultation, scripts usually require a doctor appointment, and referrals require a doctor appointment. Doctors will not backdate referrals.
What is the cancellation fee?
A $40 fee may be charged if you cancel within four hours of your scheduled appointment, within 24 hours for allied health bookings, or do not attend.
What do I do after hours?
Call 08 8270 1194. The official site says your call will be diverted to the after-hours Locum Service. For emergencies, call 000.
Final Patient Summary
Flagstaff Hill Medical Centre is at 1 Ridgway Dr, Flagstaff Hill SA 5159. Call 08 8270 1194 or use the online/HotDoc booking route for standard appointments.
Book a standard 15-minute appointment only for simple issues. Call for urgent same-day needs, longer appointments, procedures, skin checks, mental health, women’s health procedures, iron infusions, WorkCover, results, scripts, referrals or fee questions. The practice is private billing, with specific weekday bulk-bill/gap rules and no bulk billing on Saturdays or from 6pm.