Whittlesea Family Clinic in Australia 2026: Family GP, Doctors & Hours

Whittlesea, Victoria • 2026 Patient Guide

Whittlesea Family Clinic in Australia 2026: Family GP, Doctors & Hours

Whittlesea Family Medical Centre is a local general practice at 4 Macmeikan Street, Whittlesea VIC 3757. The practice says it has provided primary healthcare to Whittlesea residents and surrounding communities since 2012, with care across different stages of life. This guide covers the current doctor list, clinic hours, booking, services, billing information and practical details to check before you travel.

Important name check: Whittlesea has more than one medical practice with similar names. This page is specifically about Whittlesea Family Medical Centre, 4 Macmeikan Street, Whittlesea VIC 3757. Do not confuse it with Whittlesea Junction Medical at 2 Wallan Road or another Whittlesea clinic.
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Address4 Macmeikan Street, Whittlesea VIC 3757
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Phone(03) 9716 0153
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BookingOnline booking is promoted by the clinic; phone reception if you need help choosing the appointment type.

Whittlesea Family Medical Centre Opening Hours 2026

The clinic’s current contact page lists the following hours for the Family Medical Centre. The practice specifically notes that hours may vary depending on doctor availability, so check before travelling, particularly for Saturday appointments.

DayClinic hours listedPractical note
Monday9:00am – 4:45pmDoctor availability can affect actual appointment options.
Tuesday9:00am – 4:45pmCheck the live booking options before attending.
WednesdayClosedDo not assume the practice is open mid-week; use the current roster.
Thursday9:00am – 4:45pmAppointment availability may vary by doctor.
Friday9:00am – 4:45pmConfirm availability when booking.
Saturday9:00am – 2:00pm**The clinic says hours may vary according to doctor availability.
SundayClosedUse appropriate after-hours healthcare services if needed.
Why online availability can look different from opening hours: clinic operating hours and individual doctor appointment slots are not necessarily identical. The official practice advises patients to book an appointment and notes that walk-in waiting times can be lengthy depending on doctor availability.

Whittlesea Family Clinic Doctors: Current Team Listed Online

The official Whittlesea Family Medical Centre website currently lists the doctors below. The clinic states that its doctors are independent practitioners and are not employees of the clinic. Doctor availability can change, so confirm the current roster when booking.

DoctorQualification shown by the clinicBooking note
Dr Hemal PatelMBBS, FRACGPListed on the current official doctor page.
Dr Emmanuel FlorendoMD, FRACGPListed on the current official doctor page.
Dr Warren MenesesMD, FRACGPListed on the current official doctor page.
Dr Aneel ParmarMBBCH RegistrarRegistrar availability can change; check the live appointment roster.
Dr Rene SinghMBBS, FRACGPListed on the current official doctor page.
Dr Abul QuashemMBBSListed on the current official doctor page.
Dr Hannah PerfectoMD, FRACGPListed on the current official doctor page.

Do not rely on old directory lists: third-party medical directories can contain previous practitioners or older opening hours. For the most accurate current doctor availability, use the clinic’s own doctor page and booking system.

Family GP Services at Whittlesea Family Medical Centre

The practice describes its care as comprehensive primary healthcare for patients across different stages of life. The current doctor information highlights areas including children’s health, men’s and women’s health, chronic condition management, mental health treatment plans, healthy weight support and preventative healthcare.

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Family & children’s healthGeneral primary care for different stages of life, including children’s healthcare.
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Ongoing conditionsSupport for chronic conditions and continuing health management.
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Mental healthThe practice lists mental health treatment plans among areas of care.
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Men’s & women’s healthGeneral health support across men’s and women’s healthcare needs.
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Immunisation & nursing supportPractice nurses provide immunisation support and other clinical procedures.
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Pathology & medical servicesThe practice website states that its clinics provide pathology collection and work-related and legal medicals.

How to Book a Whittlesea Family Medical Centre Appointment

Start with the official booking option.
Use the clinic website and select the booking option for Whittlesea Family Medical Centre.
Choose the appropriate doctor or appointment.
Doctor availability changes, so the current online roster is more useful than an old directory listing.
Tell reception if you need extra time.
The clinic distinguishes between short consultations of less than 10 minutes and long consultations of up to 20 minutes or more. Discuss the required consultation length when booking.
Confirm billing before the appointment.
The practice currently advertises bulk billing for eligible GP services, but eligibility and the service being provided matter. Ask reception if you are unsure whether a fee applies.
Check the location carefully.
For this article, the relevant address is 4 Macmeikan Street, Whittlesea VIC 3757—not the separate Junction Medical location at 2 Wallan Road.

Whittlesea Family Medical Centre Bulk Billing & Fees

The current official website states that both Whittlesea Family Medical Centre and Whittlesea Junction Medical provide bulk billing for eligible GP services. “Eligible” is important: it does not mean every appointment, procedure, report or medical service is automatically free.

Before booking a service that may fall outside a standard eligible GP consultation—such as certain reports, assessments or procedures—ask the clinic about the applicable fee and Medicare rebate position.

Best fee-check question: “Is this appointment eligible for bulk billing, or will there be a private fee or gap payment?” Asking this before the consultation can prevent an unexpected charge.

Whittlesea Family Medical Centre Location & Parking

Whittlesea Family Medical Centre
4 Macmeikan Street
Whittlesea VIC 3757, Australia

The clinic’s website confirms wheelchair access at its clinics. Third-party booking information also describes free parking at the front of the Family Medical Centre, but parking conditions can change, so check the site on arrival and follow local parking signs.

Whittlesea Family Medical Centre vs Whittlesea Junction Medical

ClinicAddressKey distinction
Whittlesea Family Medical Centre4 Macmeikan Street, Whittlesea VIC 3757The established Family Medical Centre covered by this guide.
Whittlesea Junction Medical2 Wallan Road, Whittlesea VIC 3757The practice website says this newer clinic opened in July 2026 to provide greater appointment availability.

The two clinics share the same main phone number, (03) 9716 0153, but they have different addresses and separate clinic-hour listings. Confirm the location shown on your booking before travelling.

Practice Nurses & Clinical Support

The current official doctor-and-nurse page lists practice nurses Bec, Jess, Annette, Jordan and Zahra. The practice says its nurses provide procedural support to doctors, wound care, immunisation administration, coordination of patient treatments and other day-to-day general-practice support. Zahra is listed as speaking English, Persian and Farsi.

What to Check Before Your Appointment

📱 BookingConfirm the appointment location and doctor before submitting the booking.
💳 BillingCheck whether your particular service is eligible for bulk billing.
⏱️ TimeTell reception if you have multiple issues or need a longer consultation.
📄 DocumentsBring relevant referral letters, medication information or forms when they relate to your appointment.
♿ AccessThe practice states wheelchair access is available.
📍 AddressDouble-check that your booking is at 4 Macmeikan Street rather than 2 Wallan Road.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Whittlesea Family Medical Centre?

Whittlesea Family Medical Centre is at 4 Macmeikan Street, Whittlesea VIC 3757.

What is the Whittlesea Family Medical Centre phone number?

The clinic’s listed phone number is (03) 9716 0153.

What are Whittlesea Family Medical Centre hours?

The current official contact page lists Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00am to 4:45pm, Saturday from 9:00am to 2:00pm, with Wednesday and Sunday closed. The practice says hours may vary depending on doctor availability.

Is Whittlesea Family Medical Centre open on Wednesday?

The current official contact page lists Wednesday as closed for the Family Medical Centre.

Who are the doctors at Whittlesea Family Medical Centre?

The current official doctor page lists Dr Hemal Patel, Dr Emmanuel Florendo, Dr Warren Meneses, Dr Aneel Parmar, Dr Rene Singh, Dr Abul Quashem and Dr Hannah Perfecto. Doctor availability can change, so check the current booking roster.

Does Whittlesea Family Medical Centre bulk bill?

The clinic’s current website says its clinics provide bulk billing for eligible GP services. Eligibility and the type of service determine whether a consultation is bulk billed, so confirm before booking if cost is important.

Can I book a Whittlesea Family Medical Centre appointment online?

Yes. The official practice website provides an online booking option. You can also call (03) 9716 0153 if you need assistance.

Does the clinic provide children’s and family healthcare?

Yes. The practice describes its doctors as providing care across every stage of life and specifically lists children’s health, men’s and women’s health, chronic condition management, mental health treatment plans and preventative healthcare among its areas of care.

Is Whittlesea Family Medical Centre the same as Whittlesea Junction Medical?

No. They are separate clinic locations operated under the same practice website. Family Medical Centre is at 4 Macmeikan Street, while Whittlesea Junction Medical is at 2 Wallan Road.

What should I do for a medical emergency?

For an emergency requiring immediate assistance in Australia, call 000. The clinic also directs patients requiring urgent medical care to emergency services or the nearest hospital emergency department.

Official & Useful Sources

Independent guide: medicalclinic-centre.org is not the official website of Whittlesea Family Medical Centre. Clinic hours, doctor availability, billing eligibility and services can change. Use the official practice website or phone reception for final confirmation before attending.