Welcome to the Blackburn Specialist Centre
We pride ourselves on a high level of professionalism whilst offering a warm and caring environment to our patients, staff & Specialists.
We have a broad range of highly regarded consulting Specialists and Allied Health Professionals. Most of our Specialists require a referral from your GP, but many Allied Health Professionals do not need a referral. Please telephone us on 9875 1161 if you are unsure whether you need a referral.
COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING UPDATED INFORMATION REGARDING COVID 19 VACCINATIONS AND HOW TO BOOK
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HOT OFF THE PRESS! BLACKBURN CLINIC WILL NOW BE ABLE TO PROVIDE BOTH ASTRA ZENECA AND PFIZER VACCINATIONS.
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WHICH ONE ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR?
- If you are 60 years of age or older, then you can only have the Astra Zeneca vaccine
- If you have had your first dose of Astra Zeneca already then you need to have this again for your booster (regardless of your age).
- If you are 40-59 years of age, you are eligible for the Pfizer vaccine.
- If you are 16-39 years of age, you need to check your eligibility using the following link: https://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/eligibility
If you are 16-39 AND eligible, you will need to provide proof of your eligibility when you attend for your vaccine.
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Online bookings for Covid vaccines are only available for SATURDAY & SUNDAY afternoons by selecting an appointment with:
-“Covid Vacc-For Patient Aged 60+” or
-“Covid Vacc-Eligib Patients Under 60”.
Do not select a Doctor’s name if you want to book for a Covid vaccination. See full instructions further down the page.
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For further information about the Astra Zeneca vaccine (including side effects such as the rare blood clotting condition) on the links below:
For further information about the Pfizer vaccine, please click on the link below:
Please ensure you read the relevant link in detail. Please DO NOT proceed with an online booking if you fall into any of the ‘precautions’ groups – such as allergy, bleeding disorder, immunocompromised etc. If these relate to you or if you have any questions, please make an appointment with your regular GP to discuss your suitability for a vaccine.
The link below shows you the consent form for the Astra Zeneca vaccine. It is important for you to read this prior to booking online. Booking your appointment online is an indication that you have consented for your vaccine.
Further information regarding our weekend COVID vaccine appointments can be found here:
https://www.blackburnclinic.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Weekend-Covid-Vaccination-Clinics.pdf
For instructions on how to book an online appointment please click on the link below:
New Patients of any age
NEW PATIENTS are unable to book online (due to software limitations) and are asked to complete a NEW COVID VACCINE PATIENT REGISTRATION FORM by clicking here. Please print out, complete the form, scan and email it back (to the email address on the form), or follow the alternate instructions on the form.
Existing patients who have not consulted with us for more than 2 years will need to phone our reception team to request an appointment.
COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Checker
Please use this link to check whether you are eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine: https://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/eligibility
