Kew Junction Medical Clinic in Australia 2026: Doctors, Hours & Booking

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Kew Junction Medical Clinic is located at 163 High Street, Kew. Use this guide to check current hours, private fees, concession rules, online booking, doctors and appointment preparation.

Official and healthdirect listings differ on Sunday closing time and some public-holiday details. Confirm your exact doctor, time and fee before travelling.

Quick answer before you book

Use the official booking page or HotDoc for a routine GP appointment. Call reception when you are a new patient, need a long consultation, procedure, vaccination, acupuncture, telehealth, concession fee or exact out-of-pocket quote.

Address 163 High Street, Kew VIC 3101
Reception 03 9852 7666
Weekdays 8:00 am–6:30 pm
Billing Private / concession conditions
Sunday timing conflict: The clinic website lists Sunday to 1:00 pm, while healthdirect currently lists Sunday to 12:00 noon. Check the live booking page or call before travelling near closing time.

I want to…

Choose the task that matches your visit. Each option leads to the exact explanation or official final action.

01

Book a routine GP visit

Check live practitioners, appointment types and available times.

Open official booking
02

Compare private fees

Review weekday, weekend and long-consultation prices before choosing a slot.

See the fee table
03

Choose a doctor

Compare published interests, languages and current service restrictions.

View doctor guide
04

Register as a new patient

The clinic says it accepts new patients and recommends a longer first appointment.

Prepare your first visit
05

Book vaccination care

Nurse immunisation services are listed Monday to Friday during a narrower time window.

Check vaccination rules
06

Find help after closing

Compare the rostered on-call number, Family Doctor telehealth and healthdirect.

See after-hours options

How to book the correct appointment

Online booking is useful for standard GP care. Reception is the safer route when the appointment requires special time, equipment, billing or preparation.

  1. Choose the visit type Standard GP, long consult, new patient, telehealth, vaccination, procedure, acupuncture or care plan.
  2. Check live availability Use the official booking page or HotDoc instead of relying on a saved next-appointment time.
  3. Confirm the fee Ask about the private fee, Medicare rebate, concession rule and expected gap for that exact visit.
  4. Prepare before arrival Bring Medicare details, medicine information, reports, forms and any instructions provided by reception.

Use online booking when…

You need a standard GP appointment and the correct doctor and appointment type are clearly available.

Call reception when…

You are new, need a longer visit, procedure, vaccination, acupuncture, telehealth, concession quote, health assessment or multiple issues addressed.

Walk-in information: The official clinic page says walk-ins are welcome during opening hours, while healthdirect says an appointment is needed. A same-day walk-in is not guaranteed, especially when you need a particular doctor or service.

Useful booking phone script

“I need an appointment for [brief reason]. Should I book a standard or long consultation? Is the service available with this doctor, and what will my out-of-pocket cost be?”

Kew Junction Medical Clinic opening hours

The official clinic site and healthdirect agree on weekday and Saturday hours but currently differ on Sunday closing time. Public-holiday sessions may vary.

Day Published hours What to confirm
Monday–Friday 8:00 am–6:30 pm Doctor, procedure, nurse or telehealth availability.
Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm The higher fee that applies after 1:00 pm.
Sunday Official site: 9:00 am–1:00 pm; healthdirect: 9:00 am–12:00 noon Live closing time and appointment availability.
Public holidays Healthdirect says some holidays open 9:00 am–12:00 noon Whether the clinic is open and the public-holiday fee.
Hours do not equal doctor availability: The clinic may be open while your preferred GP, nurse, vaccination, procedure or acupuncture appointment is unavailable.

Private fees, Medicare and concession rules

The clinic publishes private consultation prices. Healthengine may show slightly different figures, so use the official fee page and direct confirmation as the final source.

Appointment Monday–Friday Saturday 9am–1pm Saturday after 1pm, Sunday & public holidays
Standard consultation $95 $105 $125
Long / complex consultation $155 $165 $175
Patient or service Published billing position Best question to ask
Pension Concession Card holder Bulk billing is listed Monday–Friday. “Will this exact appointment be bulk billed today?”
Health Care Card holder A discounted fee is listed Monday–Friday. “What is the expected gap after Medicare?”
Child under 16 A discounted fee is listed Monday–Friday. “What is the child consultation fee for this doctor and time?”
Care plan or health assessment No-charge care may apply when clinically eligible. “Am I eligible, and do I need a special appointment type?”
Weekend or after-hours visit Healthdirect says no bulk billing weekends and after hours. “What is the total private fee and expected Medicare rebate?”
Best fee question: “Before I confirm, what is the private fee, Medicare rebate and expected out-of-pocket cost for this doctor, appointment length and service?”

Doctors and current practitioner guidance

The official clinic page lists six doctors. Their consulting days and online availability can change, and one practitioner is currently listed as providing acupuncture only.

Dr Victoria Nguy Women’s health, sexual health, paediatrics, chronic disease, preventive care and weight management. Speaks Cantonese and some Mandarin.
Dr Patricia Didelis The official profile says she is currently practising acupuncture only. Do not book an ordinary GP visit without confirming the service type.
Dr Mark Schulberg Men’s health, sports medicine, allergy testing, preventive health, wellness and complementary medicine.
Dr Richard Crawford Mental health, men’s health, diabetes, cardiovascular health and developmental health.
Dr Smiley Crane Women’s and sexual health, hormonal IUD and implant care, skin lesion removal, joint injections and cryotherapy.
Dr Esther Bischoff General medicine with published interests in paediatrics and mental health.
Choosing a doctor: Consider the medical concern, doctor’s published interests, preferred gender, language needs, continuity of care and the earliest suitable appointment—not only the first open time.

New-patient booking and first-visit preparation

The official clinic page says new patients are currently accepted and recommends booking a longer first appointment so the GP has time to understand the patient’s history.

Bring to the first visit

  • Current Medicare and concession cards.
  • Medication, supplement and allergy list.
  • Relevant test results and specialist letters.
  • Hospital discharge summaries.
  • Vaccination records where relevant.
  • Forms that require completion.

Ask before confirming

  • Should the first visit be booked as long or complex?
  • Is the selected doctor accepting new patients?
  • What is the expected private fee and rebate?
  • Should records be transferred before the visit?
  • Is interpreter support available?
  • How early should registration be completed?

New-patient phone script

“I am a new patient with [brief history or reason]. Should I book a long consultation, and what documents, records and fees should I prepare?”

Medical services and when to call first

The official clinic page lists broad GP and procedure services. Availability may depend on the practitioner, nurse, equipment, referral, appointment length and current clinical suitability.

Routine and preventive care

  • General consultations and preventive medicine.
  • Health assessments and chronic disease management.
  • Children’s, adolescent and aged healthcare.
  • Women’s, men’s and mental health.
  • Travel health, vaccinations and lifestyle support.

Services needing confirmation

  • Acupuncture and cosmetic acupuncture.
  • IUD, iron infusion and minor procedures.
  • Skin excisions, cryotherapy and wound care.
  • ECG, ear syringe and ankle-brachial index.
  • Diving, employment and recreational medicals.
Not a hospital emergency department: The services page mentions an emergency treatment room, but the clinic remains a general practice. Call 000 for a serious or time-critical emergency.

Immunisations and vaccination appointment rules

The official fee page lists nurse immunisation services during regular weekday business hours from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. That is narrower than the clinic’s full weekday opening hours.

Vaccination need Published information What to confirm
Childhood immunisation Nurse immunisation service is listed Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm. Vaccine availability, records and appointment type.
Flu vaccine Free vaccine may apply to eligible vulnerable patients; private vaccines are available for others. Eligibility, vaccine stock and any consultation or vaccine charge.
Travel vaccination Travel health and vaccinations are listed services. Required lead time, vaccine stock, prescription and private cost.
Avoid a failed visit: Do not assume a vaccine is held in stock because the clinic offers vaccination services. Call before attending, especially for travel vaccines.

Telehealth and phone-consultation expectations

The clinic’s fee page says telephone consultations are available for convenience. A doctor may decide that an in-person examination is still required, with standard consultation fees applying.

Telehealth may help when…

The concern is suitable for remote discussion and does not clearly require a physical examination, procedure or test at the clinic.

An in-person visit may still be required

The doctor may arrange a clinic appointment after the phone consultation. Ask whether another consultation fee may apply.

Telehealth fee script

“Is this concern suitable for a phone consultation, what is the fee, and could I need a second paid in-person appointment after the call?”

After-hours care and emergency contacts

Published sources show more than one after-hours route. Choose according to urgency, cost and whether you need the clinic’s rostered doctor or the wider Family Doctor telehealth service.

Option Published details Use carefully
Rostered Kew on-call doctor 03 8508 9955, listed by healthdirect for after-hours periods. Confirm current availability, fee and whether the service is phone-only or requires another action.
Family Doctor phone/video service The network lists a prepaid $100 after-hours phone or video consultation with no Medicare rebate. Check current price and booking availability before payment.
healthdirect 1800 022 222, available 24 hours for Australian health advice. Helpful when you are unsure which level of care is appropriate.
Serious emergency Triple Zero 000 For a serious or time-critical medical emergency.
Call 000 immediately for a serious or time-critical emergency. This page does not diagnose symptoms or determine whether it is safe to wait.

Checklist before leaving home

Use this list to reduce registration delays, unsuitable bookings and unexpected fees.

Bring

  • Current Medicare card.
  • Pension, Health Care or DVA card when relevant.
  • Medication and allergy list.
  • Referral, form or hospital letter.
  • Relevant test and imaging reports.
  • Payment method for private fees.

Confirm

  • The doctor is consulting that day.
  • The appointment length is suitable.
  • The service or vaccine is available.
  • The exact private fee and Medicare gap.
  • Sunday or public-holiday closing time.
  • Parking or wheelchair needs.
Language support: Healthdirect lists Mandarin, Cantonese, Sinhalese, German, Arabic, Greek, Urdu, Hindi and Farsi. Confirm whether the required language is available with the practitioner or staff member at your appointment time.

Common mistakes that can cause a failed visit

Most problems happen when general clinic information is treated as a guarantee for a specific time, doctor or service.

Arriving near Sunday closing without checking Official and healthdirect listings differ by one hour.
Assuming all concession patients are bulk billed Pension, Health Care Card and child rules differ, and weekday conditions apply.
Booking acupuncture as a normal GP visit Dr Patricia Didelis is currently listed as practising acupuncture only.
Using Saturday morning fees for a later visit Higher fees apply after 1:00 pm on Saturday.
Expecting telehealth to replace every examination The doctor may require a face-to-face appointment afterward.
Assuming a vaccine or procedure is available today Stock, staffing, preparation and practitioner availability must be confirmed.

Location, parking and access help

Kew Junction Medical Clinic is at 163 High Street, Kew VIC 3101, in the Kew Junction shopping precinct. The local directory describes it as between Leo’s and Woolworths and next to a pharmacy.

Parking and wheelchair access: Healthdirect lists free parking and wheelchair access. Availability can still vary during busy High Street shopping, school and commuter periods, so allow extra arrival time.

Kew Junction Medical Clinic FAQs

Where is Kew Junction Medical Clinic located?

Kew Junction Medical Clinic is at 163 High Street, Kew VIC 3101, in the Kew Junction shopping precinct.

What is the Kew Junction Medical Clinic phone number?

The reception number is 03 9852 7666. The listed fax number is 03 9852 7644.

What are Kew Junction Medical Clinic’s opening hours?

The official clinic site lists Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm, Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Healthdirect currently lists Sunday closing at 12:00 noon, so confirm before travelling.

Can I book Kew Junction Medical Clinic online?

Yes. Use the official Family Doctor booking page or HotDoc for live appointment availability. Call reception for long visits, procedures, vaccinations, acupuncture or fee questions.

Does Kew Junction Medical Clinic accept walk-ins?

The official clinic page says walk-ins are welcome, while healthdirect says an appointment is needed. A walk-in is not guaranteed, so book or call before travelling.

Does Kew Junction Medical Clinic bulk bill?

The clinic is mainly private billing. Pension Concession Card holders are listed as bulk billed Monday to Friday, while Health Care Card holders and children under 16 may receive discounted weekday fees. Confirm the exact appointment.

How much is a standard or long consultation?

The official fee page lists standard consultations from $95 to $125 and long or complex consultations from $155 to $175, depending on the day and time.

Which doctors are listed at Kew Junction Medical Clinic?

The official clinic page lists Dr Victoria Nguy, Dr Patricia Didelis, Dr Mark Schulberg, Dr Richard Crawford, Dr Smiley Crane and Dr Esther Bischoff. Dr Didelis is currently listed as practising acupuncture only.

Is Kew Junction Medical Clinic accepting new patients?

The official clinic page says new patients are accepted and recommends booking a longer first appointment so the GP has time to understand the patient’s health history.

What should I do when Kew Junction Medical Clinic is closed?

Healthdirect lists the rostered on-call number 03 8508 9955. Family Doctor also offers a separate prepaid after-hours telehealth service. Call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 when unsure, or Triple Zero 000 for a serious or time-critical emergency.

Best next step

Choose the correct appointment type, check live availability, confirm the private fee or concession rule, bring the relevant records and recheck Sunday or public-holiday hours before leaving home.

Information checked against Family Doctor, HotDoc, healthdirect and local Kew sources in July 2026. Public listings, doctors, fees and appointment times can change.