North Balwyn Medical Clinic in Australia 2026: Doctors, Hours & Booking

Last checked: June 2026 Page type: Independent GP clinic guide Clinic: North Balwyn Medical Location: Balwyn North VIC 3104
North Balwyn Medical Clinic 2026 guide

If you are searching for North Balwyn Medical Clinic in Australia 2026, this guide gives you the practical information most patients need before booking: doctors, hours, address, phone number, email, HotDoc appointment booking, mixed billing, bulk billing conditions, standard fees, pathology, services, facilities, after-hours care and what to bring to your first visit.

The clinic is officially listed by Bupa as North Balwyn Medical at 250 Doncaster Road, North Balwyn VIC 3104, while some older or secondary directories may show “North Balwyn Medical Clinic” or “North Balwyn Health Care Centre.” This article uses those search terms naturally so readers looking for “North Balwyn Medical Clinic doctors,” “North Balwyn Medical Clinic hours,” “North Balwyn Medical Clinic bulk billing,” “North Balwyn Medical Clinic phone number,” “North Balwyn Medical HotDoc,” and “GP Balwyn North Doncaster Road” can find clear answers without a keyword-stuffed list.

GP clinic • mixed billing • HotDoc booking • Balwyn North VIC

North Balwyn Medical Clinic in Australia 2026: Doctors, Hours & Booking

A practical local guide for families, seniors, children, workers and carers who need a GP in Balwyn North, including appointment steps, doctor availability, billing, pathology hours, after-hours support and nearby-service clarity.

250 Doncaster Road Mixed billing listed Pathology on site
Mixed billing
Mix

Some patients and services may be bulk billed; others may have out-of-pocket costs

🧒Children under 16 years old
Bulk bill listed
👵Pensioner Concession Card holders
Bulk bill listed
🎖️Veteran Gold Card holders
Bulk bill listed
🧾Standard private appointment examples
Fee applies
🩺Urology / specialist appointment type
Call first
Bupa states North Balwyn Medical is mixed billing. Confirm your exact fee before booking at (03) 9857 5559.
How to book
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Use HotDoc for current GP appointment availability

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Open HotDocCheck current appointment slots for North Balwyn Medical.
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Choose appointment typeSelect standard, long, flu clinic, phone consult or the correct booking category.
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Confirm fee before visitMixed billing means some patients have out-of-pocket costs.
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Call if unsureReception: (03) 9857 5559.
Clinic status
Weekday GP hours listed
5 Days
Mon–Fri: 9 am – 6 pm
Saturday: By appointment only
Sunday: Closed
Doctor availability can differ from broad clinic hours. Check HotDoc or call before travelling.
Weekly hours
M
9am–6pm
T
9am–6pm
W
9am–6pm
Th
9am–6pm
F
9am–6pm
Sa
Appt only
Su
Closed
Melbourne Pathology is listed Monday to Friday, 8 am to 1 pm. No booking required.
Contact
250 Doncaster Rd
North Balwyn VIC
Fax03 9816 3451

📍 North Balwyn Medical Clinic Address, Phone Number & Email

North Balwyn Medical is officially listed at 250 Doncaster Road, North Balwyn VIC 3104. healthdirect lists the same 250 Doncaster Road address, phone number, fax and email, while some older secondary directories may show 252 Doncaster Road. For patient safety, use the official Bupa page or healthdirect listing before travelling.

Clinic nameNorth Balwyn Medical
Common search nameNorth Balwyn Medical Clinic
Address250 Doncaster Road, North Balwyn VIC 3104
Fax03 9816 3451
BookingHotDoc + phone
BillingMixed billing
Access and facilities note Bupa lists bus stop nearby, tram stop nearby, disabled parking, wheelchair access, pharmacy nearby, pathology on site and air conditioning. These details can help seniors, carers, parents with prams and patients with mobility needs plan the visit.

North Balwyn Medical Clinic Hours 2026

The official Bupa page lists North Balwyn Medical as open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday by appointment only, and Sunday closed. Because GP rosters and appointment types can change, always check HotDoc or call the clinic before travelling.

DayHours shownPatient note
Monday9:00 am – 6:00 pmUse HotDoc for live doctor availability.
Tuesday9:00 am – 6:00 pmGood for standard GP, health checks and follow-up consults.
Wednesday9:00 am – 6:00 pmBook longer for complex care or multiple issues.
Thursday9:00 am – 6:00 pmConfirm any fee before attending if not bulk-billed.
Friday9:00 am – 6:00 pmBook early for weekend/after-hours planning.
SaturdayBy appointment onlyDo not walk in without confirming Saturday availability.
SundayClosedUse after-hours services for non-emergency advice.

How to Book North Balwyn Medical Clinic on HotDoc or by Phone

North Balwyn Medical booking is available through HotDoc, and the Bupa page links to online appointment booking. Phone booking is better for fee questions, Saturday appointments, specialist appointment types, long appointments, urology, pathology-related questions, interpreter needs or complex care.

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Choose the right appointment type

Use a standard appointment for one simple issue. Ask for a longer appointment for mental health, chronic disease, multiple concerns, complex family care, forms or hospital follow-up.

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Check current doctor availability

HotDoc can show appointment times that may change daily. If you need a specific practitioner, check live availability before planning transport or time off work.

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Confirm your billing status

The clinic is mixed billing. Children under 16, Pensioner Concession Card holders and Veteran Gold Card holders are listed as bulk billed, but other patients may pay out-of-pocket fees.

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Bring the right documents

Bring Medicare card, concession card, Veteran Gold Card if relevant, medication list, allergies, previous results, referrals, specialist letters and forms needing completion.

💳 North Balwyn Medical Clinic Bulk Billing and Mixed Billing

North Balwyn Medical is listed by Bupa as a mixed billing centre. This means some patients and services are bulk billed, while others have out-of-pocket costs. healthdirect also describes the clinic as mixed billing with bulk billing available under conditions and fees possible.

Patient or serviceBilling status shownWhat to ask before booking
Children under 16 years oldBulk bill listed“Is my child’s appointment fully bulk billed?”
Pensioner Concession Card holdersBulk bill listed“Do I need to bring my concession card?”
Veteran Gold Card holdersBulk bill listed“Is this appointment covered under the Veteran Gold Card?”
Standard appointment for other patientsOut-of-pocket may apply“What is the current standard appointment fee and Medicare rebate?”
Urology / specialist appointment typeCall first“What is the fee and do I need a referral?”
Flu vaccination clinic offerEligibility rules apply“Am I eligible for the no out-of-pocket flu vaccine offer?”
Fee safety note The Bupa page notes a standard appointment fee example for one practitioner and that fees can vary for some doctors. Always confirm the current fee for your specific appointment type and practitioner.

🩺 North Balwyn Medical Clinic Services and Facilities

North Balwyn Medical lists a broad range of services for families and adults, including children’s health, chronic disease management, comprehensive health management, contraceptive implants, diabetes management, general health, health checks, preventative care, interpreter services, men’s health, mental health, pathology services, phone consults, pregnancy support, sexual health, skin cancer checks, travel health, vaccinations and immunisation, weight management and women’s health.

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Children’s health

GP care for children, family health questions, vaccination checks and routine illness support.

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Chronic disease management

Support for diabetes, blood pressure, long-term conditions, care plans and regular reviews.

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Diabetes management

Medication reviews, blood tests, lifestyle planning and ongoing monitoring with your GP.

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Women’s health

Women’s health reviews, sexual health, pregnancy support, contraception and related referrals.

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Men’s health

Preventive health checks, prostate discussions, heart risk, mental health and lifestyle advice.

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Mental health

GP mental health support, care planning, referrals and follow-up reviews.

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Pathology services

Melbourne Pathology is listed on site Monday to Friday, 8 am to 1 pm, with no booking required.

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Skin cancer checks

Skin checks and referral planning for suspicious spots, sun damage or family history concerns.

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Travel health

Travel vaccine planning, destination health advice and pre-travel GP discussions.

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Vaccinations

Routine immunisation, flu vaccine clinic eligibility and travel or age-based vaccine discussions.

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Phone consults

Phone appointments may suit results, repeat care, medication review or follow-up when clinically appropriate.

Accessible facilities

Wheelchair access, disabled parking, nearby public transport, pharmacy nearby and baby change facilities are listed.

👥 North Balwyn Medical Clinic Doctors and Practitioners

healthdirect lists Dr Keith Wing Shing and Dr Mariam Cranswick as general practitioners for this service. Halaxy also lists Dr Mariam Cranswick at this location, while the Bupa page refers to practitioner-specific fee notes and a urology appointment type. Doctor availability changes, so use HotDoc or call before booking.

Practitioner / role seen onlineSource contextPatient action
Dr Keith Wing ShingGeneral practitioner listed on healthdirect.Check HotDoc or call reception for current appointment availability.
Dr Mariam CranswickGeneral practitioner listed on healthdirect and Halaxy.Confirm current roster before booking.
Dr Orhan UlucaBupa fee note says fees may vary for this doctor.Ask about current fees before choosing the appointment.
Dr Paul AndersonBupa page says to call about fees and appointment types for the urologist.Call reception; a referral may be needed for specialist care.
Flu Vaccination ClinicHotDoc has a flu vaccination clinic booking category.Check eligibility, timing and out-of-pocket terms before booking.

🧾 North Balwyn Medical Clinic Fees: What to Check Before You Visit

The official Bupa page says North Balwyn Medical is mixed billing. It also gives an example that a standard appointment with one practitioner is $115, and it notes that some fees may vary by doctor. Because this can change, the practical rule is to call and confirm your exact fee, rebate and out-of-pocket amount before attending.

Fee categoryWhy it mattersWhat to ask reception
Standard GP appointmentSome patients are bulk billed, while others may pay private fees.“What is my fee and Medicare rebate for this doctor?”
Children under 16Bupa lists this group as bulk billed.“Is my child’s consult fully bulk billed today?”
Concession / Veteran Gold CardListed bulk billing conditions require proof of eligibility.“Which card do I need to bring?”
Flu vaccine clinic offerEligibility terms and dates apply.“Am I eligible for the no out-of-pocket flu vaccine offer?”
Urology / specialistSpecialist fee and referral rules can differ from GP fees.“Do I need a referral and what is the full fee?”

🧪 North Balwyn Medical Clinic Pathology and On-Site Facilities

North Balwyn Medical lists Melbourne Pathology on site, operating Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, with bookings not required. This is helpful for patients who need blood tests after a GP consult, but pathology collection hours can differ from doctor appointment hours.

Before a blood test Ask whether you need to fast, bring a paper referral, avoid certain medicines, or attend at a particular time. Some tests have special timing rules.

▶️ North Balwyn Medical Clinic Video Availability

I did not find a relevant public YouTube video specifically for North Balwyn Medical Clinic during the web check. To avoid adding unrelated or misleading content, this page does not embed a random clinic or general medical video. If the clinic later publishes an official YouTube video, it can be added here with an embedded iframe and clear caption.

🗂️ New Patient Checklist for North Balwyn Medical Clinic

Before booking as a new patient, check the HotDoc page and call if you need a specific doctor, interpreter services, phone consult, long appointment, urology, pregnancy support, skin check, pathology or complex chronic disease care.

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Medicare card

Bring Medicare card plus concession, pensioner or Veteran Gold Card if relevant.

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Medicine list

Bring prescriptions, supplements, allergies and pharmacy packing list if you use one.

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Medical paperwork

Bring referrals, hospital discharge summaries, specialist letters, imaging and recent results.

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Child records

Bring child immunisation history, child health notes and school or childcare forms.

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Pathology forms

Bring the pathology request form and ask whether fasting is required.

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Interpreter needs

Interpreter services are listed; call ahead if language support is needed.

🧭 Care Finder: GP Appointment, Pathology, Phone Consult, After-Hours Care or 000?

This small tool helps readers choose the safest next step before booking. It does not diagnose symptoms and does not collect personal information. If symptoms are severe, sudden or life-threatening, call 000.

Choose your situation

👵 Senior-Friendly GP Advice for North Balwyn Medical Clinic

Senior patients may need more than a short appointment. If you need medication review, diabetes care, blood pressure checks, falls risk discussion, memory concerns, carer questions, pathology results, hospital follow-up or chronic disease planning, call reception and ask for the correct appointment length.

Bulk billing eligibility for seniors

Pensioner Concession Card holders and Veteran Gold Card holders are listed as bulk billed. Bring the card and confirm the billing status before the visit.

Access and transport planning

Wheelchair access, disabled parking, bus stop nearby and tram stop nearby are listed. Call ahead if mobility or carer support is needed.

🚑 After-Hours Care and Emergency Contacts Near Balwyn North

For life-threatening symptoms, call 000 immediately. For non-emergency after-hours GP care, the official Bupa page lists 13 SICK (13 74 25), while healthdirect lists DoctorDoctor on 132 660 for after-hours arrangements. If there is a discrepancy, call the clinic during opening hours to confirm the correct after-hours pathway.

Care optionUse forContactImportant note
North Balwyn MedicalRoutine GP, family care, pathology, chronic disease, phone consults and non-emergency care.(03) 9857 5559Book through HotDoc or phone.
13 SICKAfter-hours GP care listed by Bupa.13 74 25Confirm availability and eligibility.
DoctorDoctorAfter-hours arrangements listed on healthdirect.132 660healthdirect lists weekday, weekend and public holiday after-hours windows.
Nurse-on-Call VictoriaFree health advice when unsure where to go.1300 60 60 24Useful after hours for non-emergency advice.
Triple ZeroLife-threatening emergency.000Call immediately for severe or sudden symptoms.

🔎 North Balwyn Medical Clinic Search Intent Explained

This section explains the main search terms naturally rather than adding a raw keyword chip block. People searching for North Balwyn Medical Clinic doctors usually want current practitioner names and HotDoc availability. People searching for North Balwyn Medical Clinic hours need weekday, Saturday and Sunday clarity. People searching for North Balwyn Medical Clinic bulk billing need to understand mixed billing and eligibility rules.

North Balwyn Medical Clinic phone number, email and Doncaster Road address

The key contact details are (03) 9857 5559, northbalwyn.medical@bupa.com.au and 250 Doncaster Road, North Balwyn VIC 3104. These details help patients avoid confusing this clinic with Balwyn Road Family Medical Centre, Balwyn Health Medical Centre, Modern Medical Balwyn or other nearby GP clinics.

North Balwyn Health Care Centre vs North Balwyn Medical Clinic

healthdirect labels the service as North Balwyn Health Care Centre, while Bupa’s official page uses North Balwyn Medical. Patients searching “North Balwyn Medical Clinic” should check the address, phone number and official Bupa/HotDoc links before booking.

GP Balwyn North, mixed billing doctors and nearby medical centre searches

Searches like “GP Balwyn North,” “bulk billing doctors Balwyn North,” “North Balwyn medical centre,” “Balwyn North doctors,” and “medical clinic Doncaster Road” may show several practices. Always confirm the exact clinic name, location and booking page before attending.

Frequently Asked Questions

North Balwyn Medical is officially listed at 250 Doncaster Road, North Balwyn VIC 3104. healthdirect shows the same 250 Doncaster Road address, while some secondary directories may show 252 Doncaster Road. Use the official Bupa or healthdirect listing before travelling.
The listed phone number is (03) 9857 5559. Use this number for appointment changes, fee questions, Saturday appointment questions, urology or specialist questions, pathology questions and after-hours clarification.
healthdirect lists the email address as northbalwyn.medical@bupa.com.au. For urgent symptoms, do not rely on email. Call the clinic, after-hours service, Nurse-on-Call or 000 depending on severity.
The official Bupa page lists Monday to Friday as 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday by appointment only and Sunday closed. Check HotDoc or call before attending because doctor availability can change.
North Balwyn Medical is listed as mixed billing. Bupa says children under 16 years old, Pensioner Concession Card holders and Veteran Gold Card holders are bulk billed. Other patients and some services may have out-of-pocket costs.
You can book through HotDoc or call (03) 9857 5559. Call rather than relying only on online booking if you need a long appointment, urology appointment, Saturday appointment, fee confirmation or special assistance.
healthdirect lists Dr Keith Wing Shing and Dr Mariam Cranswick as general practitioners. Doctor availability can change, so check HotDoc or call reception before booking.
Yes. Bupa lists Melbourne Pathology on site Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, with bookings not required. Ask your GP or reception if you need fasting or special test instructions.
Services listed include children’s health, chronic disease management, diabetes management, general health, health checks, preventative care, men’s health, mental health, pathology, phone consults, pregnancy support, sexual health, skin cancer checks, travel health, vaccinations, weight management and women’s health.
For emergencies call 000. Bupa lists 13 SICK on 13 74 25 as the after-hours option, while healthdirect lists DoctorDoctor on 132 660. Nurse-on-Call Victoria is also available on 1300 60 60 24 for free health advice.
No. medicalclinic-centre.org is an independent informational guide and is not affiliated with Bupa, North Balwyn Medical, HotDoc, healthdirect or the Australian Government. Use official sources for final booking, fees and medical decisions.

🔗 Official & Helpful Source Links

Use these links to confirm live appointment availability, final fees, doctor rosters, pathology hours, Saturday availability and after-hours details before making a final decision.

Independent medical information disclaimer: medicalclinic-centre.org is not affiliated with Bupa, North Balwyn Medical, North Balwyn Health Care Centre, HotDoc, healthdirect, Healthengine, Halaxy, Services Australia, 13 SICK, DoctorDoctor or the Australian Government. This page is an independent patient guide based on publicly available information checked in June 2026. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose symptoms, and does not guarantee appointment availability, doctor rosters, fees, bulk billing eligibility, pathology access or opening hours. Always confirm final details with the official clinic, booking platform or relevant health service. For emergencies, call 000 immediately.