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Travel Medicine Clinic

Patient information.

Led by infectious diseases specialists, the clinic provides comprehensive travel consultations tailored to the individual, and is accredited to provide yellow fever vaccination and other vaccinations.

The clinic can accommodate a range of travellers, including travellers with complex underlying medical issues (such as immunodeficiency) and people travelling for a range of purposes including business, leisure, overseas aid work, volunteer work and overseas postings.

What to expect

Prior to attending clinic, you will need to complete the Travel Assessment form . This will ensure that you are seen in a timely manner and that all of the relevant information is available to the doctor seeing you.

You should allow up to 2 hours for your appointment. This includes a consultation, vaccine administration time and an observation period of 15-30 minutes post vaccination (depending on vaccines administered).

BCG vaccination

The Alfred Travel Medicine Clinic does not offer BCG vaccination.

Public-based clinics which offer BCG vaccine:

• The Royal Children's Hospital (Parkville)
• Monash Medical Centre (Clayton)

Private clinics which offer BCG vaccine:

• Melbourne Children's Travel Clinic
• The Children's Private Medical Group
• Associate Professor Mike Starr
• Caulfield Family Medical Practice/The Travel Clinic
• Southgate Medical Centre

Q fever vaccination

The Alfred Travel Medicine Clinic does not offer Q fever vaccination.

The Australian Q Fever Register maintains a list of medical practitioners who provide Q fever testing and vaccination services.

How to access this clinic

Referral from your gp.

You need a referral letter from your GP or medical practitioner to access this service.

Your doctor will need to fax your referral letter to us. We will be in contact with you in clinically recommended times, depending on waiting list length. If there is no waiting list, you will receive an appointment booking letter or we will contact you to arrange a suitable time.

What to bring

Every time you come.

• Medicare card
• Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
• Private health insurance card (if applicable/if you want to use it)
• Adverse drug alert card (if you have one)
• Previous X-ray films, scans, ultrasounds or any other test results or reports
• Medicines you need to take while you are here
• List of medicines you are currently taking (or the boxes), including medicines you have bought without a prescription, such as herbal supplements and vitamins
• Glasses, hearing aid(s) and/or walking frame if needed

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• Referral letter from your GP or medical specialist
• Records of past vaccinations (such as a yellow book)
• Travel itinerary
• Completed Travel Assessment form

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Travel Medicine

Travel medicine or vaccinations, in general, are typically the best way you can protect yourself when travelling to a foreign country. 

While you might adequately prepare your gears or a list of activities, it is also important to assess your health risks, especially when travelling to an area where infectious diseases are present.  

Our Travel Medicine Services 

• Comprehensive travel medicine service with vaccinations and international immunisation certificates
• Travel advice and education specific to your place of travel
• Prescribe medications relevant to your destination
• Checking immunisation to avoid repeats
• Consultation to all types of travellers 
• Overseas visa immunisation
• Post-travel assistance

Health Risks of Overseas Travel 

• Limited access to clean water, shelter, medical facilities, emergency medicine
• Duration of exposure to hazardous environment during travel
• Itinerary and activities planned as part of the trip/vacation
• Physical, environmental and biological hazards
• Pregnant women, infants and young children
• Altitude and temperature of the destinations
• Consumption of high-risk food and drinks
• The traveller’s current health condition

What to bring to your consultation

You can make the most out of your travel vaccination consultation by planning ahead. 

If possible, bring details of the following when meeting a doctor practicing from South Melbourne Medical Hub; 

• Past immunisation history
• Dates you are travelling away
• Any challenging or out-of-the-way accommodation you may be staying in
• Any special activities (skiing, surfing, etc.)

We recommend you book an appointment with a doctor practicing from South Melbourne Medical Hub at least 4 to 6 weeks before your travel. This will give you the time to obtain all the necessary vaccinations and receive practical advice for staying well while you are overseas. Moreover, some vaccines require a course for adequate immunity. 

If possible, bring details of the following when meeting our doctors; 

We recommend you book an appointment with our doctors at least 4 to 6 weeks before your travel. This will give you the time to obtain all the necessary vaccinations and receive practical advice for staying well while you are overseas. Moreover, some vaccines require a course for adequate immunity. 

Travel Medicine

Bayside Family Medical is one of Melbourne’s leading travel clinics. We are associated with the Travel Medicine Alliance (TMA), Australia’s premier national organization of independent Travel Medicine clinics.

The travel doctors offer tailored travel advice and can administer a comprehensive range of travel vaccines, including Yellow Fever. We can also provide advice about other important considerations such as malaria, dengue, Zika virus, rabies, traveler’s diarrhea and altitude sickness.

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Our travel advice is personalized to your specific needs, whether you’re planning to venture into the Amazon or relax on a beach in Cuba. Furthermore, the doctors are on top of all the latest medical developments around the planet that could affect you. Most of the travel doctors are also avid travelers themselves!

If you need travel vaccines before you depart, Bayside Family Medical offers the convenience of being able to administer them on-site at our centrally located Cheltenham travel clinic.

Ideally, it’s best to book  six to eight weeks before your departure . Please make a 30-minute appointment with one of our  travel doctors  such as Dr Roxana Courtney, Dr Cora Mayer or Dr. Jason Rajakulendran. Please call our Cheltenham travel clinic on (03) 9583 1630 to book.

To get to know our travel doctors and to book an appointment, click  here .

• Please download and complete our pre-travel form before arriving at your appointment. Click   here .
• Your travel itinerary
• Your vaccination records (if possible)
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Bayside Family Medical is a one-stop shop for all your travel vaccination needs! Although vaccines vary in cost, most range between $30 to $150. Please contact your private health fund to find out about any applicable partial reimbursements you may be entitled to. We offer:

• Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Tetanus-Diphtheria Vaccine
• Polio Pertussis Tetanus-Diphtheria Vaccine
• Polio Vaccine
• Chicken Pox Vaccine
• Cholera Vaccine
• Flu Vaccine
• Hepatitis A & Typhoid Vaccine
• Hepatitis A & B Vaccine
• Hepatitis A Vaccine – Adult / Child
• Hepatitis B Vaccine
• Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine
• Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine
• Meningococcal B Vaccine
• Measles Mumps Rubella Vaccine
• Pneumonia Vaccine
• Rabies Vaccine
• Shingles Vaccine
• Typhoid Vaccine  –  Oral / Injection
• Yellow Fever Vaccine
• We DO NOT OFFER Tuberculosis (TB) BCG Vaccines
• Smart Traveller Trip Register (Aus)
• Travel Medicine Network – TMA 
• Travel Health Company Policy
• “Travelling Well” – Book & App
• Yellow Fever Vaccine Information
• Tuberculosis (TB BCG) Vaccine – Clinic Appointment Finder
• Centers for Disease Control  (CDC)
• World Health Organisation  (WHO)

We offer tailored medical travel packs with everything you may need during your adventure. These kits are customised to your specific requirements and may include medication for traveller’s diarrhoea, altitude sickness, malaria and different repellents for various outdoor climates. Please enquire about our travel packs during your travel medicine appointment!  

Other considerations

Don’t forget to arrange travel insurance before you depart. It’s also a good idea to browse the Smart Traveller website for travel advice and register your details with them so that the government can contact your family in the event of an emergency.

To book a Travel Medicine appointment, please call our Cheltenham travel clinic on 03 9598 6244.  Safe travels!

Meet Our Travel Doctors

Dr Cora Mayer

Dr Jason Rajakulendran

Dr Roxana Courtney

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• 151 Sturt Street, Southbank Victoria 3006

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Our clinic stocks and offers many of the travel vaccinations and we are also an Approved Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre. It is recommended that you see one of our experienced doctors at least 4-6 weeks prior to your planned overseas travel. They will assess your individual travel related needs based on your travel destinations and discuss a range of disease preventing strategies including vaccinations. Some immunisations may need multiple doses and many take 10-14 days to be effective.

If you have previously had travel related vaccinations then please bring these records with you to your appointment. We encourage you to book a longer appointment for this consultation which may be booked online or by calling our friendly reception staff. 

Southbank Medical Clinic is a newly established, independently owned and run general practice providing medical care to the local communities of Southbank, South Melbourne and St Kilda Road area. 

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We carry a comprehensive range of travel vaccinations at competitive prices. All consultations can be tailored to suit solo travellers, small or large groups, parents or families, and corporate travel.

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Travel Vaccinations & Medicine Available in Melbourne

Travelling overseas, embarking on new adventures and exploring different destinations is something we all enjoy, but it is important to be protected before departing. Ensuring that you have all of the relevant vaccinations or undertaking a course of preventative medicine is essential to minimise your risks of falling ill to conditions we don’t often contend within Australia.

As there are many to consider, it can be confusing as to which travel vaccinations you will need, which is why it is always best to discuss your plans with your doctors. At Melbourne City Medical Centre , we are a health clinic ready to offer a variety of travel vaccinations, from those that are more common, like yellow fever, to other medicines that are dependent on the location.

For more information, contact us today by calling 03 9639 9600 or book online through Hot Doc .

Personalised Consultations with Our Doctors on the Appropriate Course of Medicine

  While it is important to remember that other countries across the world have a variety of different diseases you can become exposed to when travelling there, you will need to receive your vaccinations well before departure to ensure that you have developed the required antibodies to provide adequate protection. How long in advance, however, will depend on the particular course of preventative medicine.

We are a health clinic that offers comprehensive consultations with our doctors to discuss your travel plans and develop a personalised vaccination strategy to gather the medication you will need. During this time, you can also receive a health check and receive advice on how to stay in good physical condition to help you best enjoy your trip.

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Travel medicine can come in a variety of forms, such as tablets and injections, and can provide protection for anything from air sickness to yellow fever as mentioned above. If you are travelling to multiple countries during your time away from Australia, then you may have to receive several courses of medicine to be sufficiently protected. To learn more or to book an appointment with one of our doctors, please contact us at Melbourne City Medical Centre today by calling 03 9639 9600 or book online through Hot Doc .

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Travelvax clinics are staffed by a team of trained professionals who provide a comprehensive service to travellers in conveniently located medical centres. They stock all necessary equipment and resources, including vaccines, medications, first aid accessories, and insect repellents, onsite for your convenience.

Our extensive network of clinics is always expanding; Travelvax Clinics are presently located in the following states: New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Northern Territory, Victoria, Western Australia and Tasmania.

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Travel Vaccination Health Care is our licensed travel vaccination centre that offers accessible, comprehensive and specific travel advice.

At the travel vaccinations Burwood centre, we do this by offering 30 minute, comprehensive, bulk billed* travel health appointments 6 days per week until 10pm.

Our staff are specially trained travel educators and doctors that are consistently updated with health and travel news and recommendations. Our travel health consultations can be tailored to suit solo travellers, small or large groups, parents or families, and corporate travel.

We have the full range of vaccinations on site at competitive prices and have ample on-site parking for your convenience. We also provide the full range of pre and post travel medical advice and care, 365 days of the year through our General Practitioners at Burwood HealthCare.

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We are committed to ensuring that you will travel with the least risk to your health by providing the entire range of vaccinations necessary for your travel, which makes us one of the most appropriate travel vaccination clinics in the area.

Bulk Billed* Travel Consultations and free advice

Comprehensive 30 minute consultations

Full range of vaccines and travel medication on-site and at competitive prices

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On-site parking and direct access to public transport

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Pre and Post Travel Medicine and General Medical advice through our experienced General Practitioners

We stock a full range of travel vaccinations including:

Yellow Fever

Hepatitis A & Hepatitis B

Typhoid, both oral and injection

Oral Cholera

Japanese Encephalitis

Malaria prophylaxis

A full range of traveller’s kits including:

Gastro kits

Comprehensive first aid kits

Mosquito repellents.

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Travel Medicine

Bluff Road medical is one of Melbourne’s leading travel clinics. We are associated with the Travel Medicine Alliance (TMA), Australia’s premier national organisation of independent Travel Medicine clinics.

Our travel doctors offer tailored travel advice and can administer a comprehensive range of travel vaccines, including Yellow Fever. We can also provide advice about other important considerations such as malaria, dengue, Zika virus, rabies, traveller’s diarrhoea and altitude sickness.

Why choose Bluff Road medical as your travel doctor?

Our travel advice is personalised to your specific needs, whether you’re planning to venture into the Amazon or relax on a beach in Cuba. Furthermore, our doctors are on top of all the latest medical developments around the planet that could affect you. Most of our travel doctors are also avid travellers themselves!

If you need travel vaccines before you depart, Bluff Road medical offers the convenience of being able to administer them on site at our centrally located Cheltenham travel clinic.

Scheduling your appointment  

Ideally, it’s best to book   six to eight weeks before your departure . Please make a 30-minute appointment with one of our travel doctors such as Dr Roxana Courtney, Dr Cora Mayer or Dr Jason Rajakulendran. Please call our Cheltenham travel clinic on (03) 9583 1630 to book.

What to bring to your appointment?

• Please download and complete our pre-travel form before arriving at your appointment. Click   here .
• Your travel itinerary
• Your vaccination records (if possible)

Which vaccines are available? 

Bluff Road medical are a one-stop shop for all your travel vaccination needs! Although vaccines vary in cost, most range between $30 to $150. Please contact your private health fund to find out about any applicable partial reimbursements you may be entitled to. We offer:

• Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Tetanus Diphtheria Vaccine
• Polio Pertussis Tetanus Diphtheria Vaccine
• Polio Vaccine
• Chicken Pox Vaccine
• Cholera Vaccine
• Flu Vaccine
• Hepatitis A & Typhoid Vaccine
• Hepatitis A & B Vaccine
• Hepatitis A Vaccine – Adult / Child
• Hepatitis B Vaccine
• Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine
• Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine
• Meningococcal B Vaccine
• Measles Mumps Rubella Vaccine
• Pneumonia Vaccine
• Rabies Vaccine
• Shingles Vaccine
• Typhoid Vaccine  –  Oral / Injection
• Yellow Fever Vaccine

Travel packs

We offer tailored medical travel packs with everything you may need during your adventure. These kits are customised to your specific requirements, and may include medication for traveller’s diarrhoea, altitude sickness, malaria and different repellents for various outdoor climates. Please enquire about our travel packs during your travel medicine appointment!  

Other considerations

Don’t forget to arrange travel insurance before you depart. It’s also a good idea to browse the Smart Traveller website for travel advice and register your details with them, so that the government can contact your family in the event of an emergency.

To book a Travel Medicine appointment, please call our Cheltenham travel clinic on 03 9598 6244.  Safe travels!

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• Smart Traveller Trip Register (Aus)
• Travel Medicine Network – TMA 
• Travel Health Company Policy
• “Travelling Well” – Book & App
• Yellow Fever Vaccine Information
• Tuberculosis (TB BCG) Vaccine – Clinic Appointment Finder
• Centers for Disease Control  (CDC)
• World Health Organisation  (WHO)

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Travel Health

Overseas travel exposes you to wonderful new experiences, but it can also expose you to potentially serious travel health risks. Remember – your health is your responsibility – with a bit of preparation, you can prevent an illness that could ruin your holiday, or worse.

See our doctor well in advance before you leave

Our doctor can advise you on how to avoid infectious diseases to which you might be exposed while overseas. This might include measures to avoid consuming potentially contaminated water or food, medication to reduce the risk of acquiring infections or vaccination against serious disease.

Immunisation

Many diseases which are a risk to travellers can be prevented by immunisation. You should talk to our doctor about any vaccines or boosters you may need. Some diseases that should be considered are:

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Japanese encephalitis
• Meningococcal disease
• Tuberculosis
• Varicella (Chickenpox)
• Yellow fever

Some countries still suffer high rates of infection from diseases that are rare in Australia due to our routine childhood vaccination. If you were born overseas, and you are returning to visit friends and family, you should still check with our doctor if you need any immunisations. Your immunity to some diseases may have changed or diminished with time.

Immunisations which are now routine in childhood in Australia should also be considered if travelling to areas where these diseases remain common. Depending on your age and previous medical history, you may not be protected against diseases such measles or polio. It is important to schedule a visit to our doctor at least 6-8 weeks before you travel to allow time to complete any vaccination schedule you undertake.

In summary, if you are planning a trip overseas consider your travel health. Contact us well in advance before you leave.

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Travel Doctor-TMVC Melbourne is your local, comprehensive, one-stop-shop for all aspects of travel medicine. We are an accredited vaccination centre in Melbourne, offering country-specific vaccines and internationally recognised certification of your immunisation status. Our services are comprehensive and wide-ranging to assist all types of patients, whether they be adventure, corporate, family, group, student, or private travellers.

We tailor our services specifically to your destination(s) and itinerary. Whether you are hiking through the Himalayas, relaxing in the Rocky Mountains, working in remote locations, or simply taking the family on a cruise, our travel experts provide personalised advice to keep you, your family and your colleagues healthy on your travels.

The corporate division in our clinic provides health checks for your travelling workers. With services including altitude, fitness for deployment medicals, overseas visa medicals and post-travel medicals, we keep your employees healthy before they leave, while they are away, and on their return to Australia.

We are also an accredited BCG vaccination provider and offer BCG specific clinics on a regular basis. Please contact us to find out the times and dates of the next available BCG clinic.

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Travel Vaccine Clinic

Comprehensive travel medicine services.

Travel medicine is a specialised field dealing with illness, disease, and injury often acquired during travel abroad and not usually common to Australia. At High Street Medical Clinic, we provide comprehensive travel medicine services to ensure your health and safety during international travel. Travel medicine consultations include general health and precautionary advice, preventative medicines, and pre-travel immunisations, some of which are destination dependent. Consideration must also be given to personal medical history. Located in Prahran, Melbourne, the experienced team of doctors is dedicated to protecting your well-being abroad. 

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• Country Specific Information
• Treatment for unwell returned travellers

Why Visit a Travel Vaccine Clinic?

When planning a trip overseas, it is crucial to consult a travel vaccine clinic well in advance to ensure your body is at optimal immunity against potential diseases when travelling. Not, only that, but some countries require proof of immunisation against infectious diseases before allowing entry. The team of knowledgeable doctors will assess your travel plans, medical history, and destination-specific risks to provide you with personalised recommendations and vaccinations.

Protective Travel Vaccinations

We offer a comprehensive range of travel vaccinations to protect your health while abroad. Our clinic provides vaccinations for various diseases, including but not limited to:

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Japanese Encephalitis
• Meningococcal Meningitis
• Tuberculosis
• Yellow Fever

The experienced doctors will guide you through the vaccination process in preparation for your travel abroad, ensuring that you receive the necessary immunisations to protect against potential health risks in your travel destination.

Note: The yellow fever vaccine must be administered by an officially approved yellow fever vaccination centre. If you are in search of an authorised provider of the yellow fever vaccine in Melbourne, we are your ideal choice.

Expert Travel Health Advice

In addition to vaccinations for travel, travel medicine services encompass expert medical advice tailored to your specific travel plans. We provide up-to-date information on country-specific health risks, travel advisories, and preventive measures. Your doctor will address any concerns you may have and offer guidance on maintaining your health while travelling.

Returned Traveller Treatment

Our commitment to your well-being extends beyond pre-travel consultations and vaccinations. We understand that some travellers may experience health issues while abroad. Our clinic also offers treatment for unwell returned travellers, ensuring that you receive the necessary medical attention and care upon your return.

Travel medicine is a specialised field that focuses on preventing and managing health issues related to international travel. It encompasses a range of services, including pre-travel consultations, travel vaccinations, and advice tailored to specific travel destinations. Travel medicine is important because it helps individuals understand and mitigate the health risks associated with travel, ensuring a safer and healthier journey.

It is recommended to consult a travel medicine clinic at least 6–8 weeks before your departure overseas. This will allow sufficient time to assess your specific travel needs, complete any required vaccinations or medications, and ensure optimal protection against travel-related diseases. However, even if you have a need to travel at short notice, you should still consult a travel doctor as immunisations against certain diseases may still be able to be administered to help protect against illness.

If you are planning to travel overseas, available vaccines that your doctor may recommend for preventing disease include, but are not limited to:

The recommended vaccinations for international travel from Australia can vary depending on factors, such as your travel destination, duration of travel, planned activities, and individual health status. Common travel vaccinations against diseases include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), measles, mumps, rubella, influenza, and others. It is, however, essential, to consult with a GP or travel medicine clinic to ensure you receive personalised vaccination advice based on your specific travel plans and health needs.

Private health insurance coverage for travel vaccinations may vary depending upon your insurance provider and policy. Some health insurance plans may cover travel vaccinations partially or in full, whilst others may not cover them at all. It is recommended to contact your private health insurance provider directly to enquire about your specific coverage for travel vaccinations.

Like any medical intervention, travel vaccinations can have potential side effects. The most common side effects are usually mild and include pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site, low-grade fever, or mild flu-like symptoms. Serious side effects are rare. It is important to discuss any concerns or previous adverse reactions with your doctor before getting vaccinated.

Yes, it is often possible to receive multiple vaccinations during one visit to a travel medicine clinic. Combining multiple vaccinations in a single visit can save time and ensure that you are adequately protected before your trip. Your doctor will assess your specific needs and advise on the appropriate vaccination schedule.

Certain countries may require proof of specific vaccinations as a condition of entry. For example, some countries may require a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you are travelling from or have transited through a yellow fever-endemic area. It is essential to check the entry requirements of your destination country well in advance and consult your doctor or travel medicine clinic for the necessary vaccinations.

The duration of protection provided by travel vaccinations varies depending on the specific vaccine and disease. Some vaccinations offer long-term protection, while others may require booster doses to maintain immunity. For example, vaccines like hepatitis A and hepatitis B typically provide long-term protection, while vaccines like typhoid may require booster doses every few years. It is important to discuss the duration of protection and any necessary booster doses with your doctor.

If you experience any health issues during or after your trip, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Visit a doctor or a travel medicine clinic to receive appropriate diagnosis, treatment, and care. Be sure to inform the healthcare provider about your travel history and any specific symptoms or health concerns you may have.

Book Your Travel Medicine Consultation Today

When travelling overseas, it’s best to consult your doctor at least 6–8 weeks before departing, so that your body can develop immunity against the diseases, to provide you with peak protection during your travel. So, get protected before you jet set out of Melbourne, and book a travel medicine consultation with experienced doctors to receive personalised advice, essential vaccinations, and comprehensive care.

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Monash Travel Health

Monash Infectious Diseases physicians provide a Specialist Travel Health service for travellers.

Referrals for all travellers of all ages are welcome, including families with children, pregnant women, and travellers with chronic medical conditions including immunosuppression.

Travellers will be provided with comprehensive travel advice, including prevention of malaria, hepatitis, typhoid fever, Japanese encephalitis and traveller’s diarrhoea.

A comprehensive range of travel vaccines and medications are available. Monash Travel Health is also an accredited Yellow Fever vaccination centre.

NOTE: BCG vaccination is not available at Monash Travel Health.

A BCG clinic is available for children with a GP referral at Monash Immunisation .

Monash Travel Health Clinic Tuesday 16.30-, fortnightly Clinic M, Monash Medical Centre, 246 Clayton Rd Clayton

• Dr Kylie Horne
• Dr Grant Jenkin
• Dr Alex Padiglione
• Dr David Sheffield
• Dr Ian Woolley
• Immunisation Nurse
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Patients need to obtain a referral from a medical practitioner. Consultations are bulk-billed. Patients should bring to the appointment an intended travel itinerary and history of previous vaccinations.

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From travel vaccinations to restocking your travel medication kit, we make it easy for you to keep well on your travels.

Get vaccinated before your trip

Don’t let a little bug ruin your plans — making sure your travel vaccinations are up-to-date are the easiest way to avoid falling ill unnecessarily.

Who it is for: All adults are recommended to take a flu vaccination yearly, especially at-risk individuals with weaker immune systems

CHAS subsidies available at home + in-clinic →

Typhoid Fever (Salmonella) Vaccination

Who it is for: People traveling to places where typhoid fever and salmonella is common, such as South Asia, especially India, Pakistan, or Bangladesh

Meningococcal Vaccination

Who it is for: For travel to parts of Africa and Saudi Arabia to immunise against meningococcal disease, meningitis and bloodstream infections. Required vaccination for Hajj or Umrah pilgrimages.

Yellow Fever Vaccination

Who it is for: Travellers who are travelling to or transiting through a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission

Meningococcal  + Yellow Fever Vaccine ($458) →

Tetanus Vaccination

Who it is for: People who has been in physical contact with soil or manure, and got an open wound or cut in the skin, or those whose tetanus vaccinations are not up-to-date

What you need to know about travel medication

Your travel medication may require a doctor’s prescription. Here’s what you can expect when you get travel medication online with us:

• Connect with a GP online in minutes
• Medical advice on travel medications suitable for you and your travel companions
• Medication delivery within 3 hours

See A GP Online

$ 21.80 per video consult

Get professional medical advice on medications for conditions such as flu, traveler’s diarrhea, motion sickness and over-the-counter medications to include in your travel medical kit.

See a trusted GP for medical advice across the region

Not feeling well when you’re overseas? Video-call a GP on the same Doctor Anywhere app if you’re in Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand .

Download or launch the Doctor Anywhere app on your phone

Connect with a GP on-demand or book an appointment for a consultation

Receive your medication (depending on the region that you’re in)

Shop Travel Health Essentials

It’s good to make sure your travel kit has essential medication and basic first-aid supplies in case of any emergencies. Shop travel health online,  and enjoy free delivery with no minimum spend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about how to keep healthy on a trip

When should I get vaccinated before my trip?

Your immunity may take around 2 weeks to develop, after you have completed your vaccinations. Ideally, you should book your appointment between 4 — 6 weeks before your departure.

Do I need a prescription for OTC travel medication?

There’s no need to get a doctor’s prescription if you’re purchasing OTC medication. You can get them directly on DA Marketplace , with free delivery to your home.

How do I see a GP on the Doctor Anywhere app when I'm overseas?

You’ll be able to video-call a GP on the Doctor Anywhere app if you’re in Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand. All you need to do is open the same DA app and click on ‘Consult a GP’.

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Find a Clinic

There are several places you can get vaccines and medicine before you travel.

Call your doctor or local health department to see if they can provide pre-travel advice, vaccines, and medicines.

List of health departments

If you want to see a travel medicine specialist, the International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM) can help you find a clinic.

Directory of travel clinics

If you need yellow fever vaccine you must get vaccinated at an authorized yellow fever vaccine clinic. Many of these clinics also give other shots and medicines.

Yellow fever vaccine clinic search

Find where you can get a COVID-19 vaccine in your area.

Need to get tested? Find a COVID-19 testing clinic .

• Find out what vaccines you need for your destination
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Traveler Advice
• Clinician Tools and Resources

CDC provides these links as a convenience to international travelers. CDC does not endorse, recommend, or favor any clinics on these lists, nor does the appearance of a clinic on these lists imply a guarantee of service quality.

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The BCG vaccine helps protect children from tuberculosis, with more information on this infectious disease available at the RCH Kids Health information website:  http://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/TB_tuberculosis/

Making an appointment

Please note: the rch bcg clinic is fully booked until february 2025 for planned travel march 2025 onwards..

RCH runs an outpatient clinic once a week that provides BCG vaccine to infants less than 12 months of age . This clinic is run on Tuesday mornings (9am - 1230pm).

Due to high demand for appointments the RCH BCG clinic do not run a waitlist.

A general practitioner or specialist referral is required to attend this clinic.

• To make an appointment please call our RCH Immunisation Hotline
• An appointment should be made  4-6 weeks prior to departure  to give enough time for the

What to expect following BCG vaccine?

We have developed an information handout regarding BCG vaccine

http://www.rch.org.au/uploadedFiles/Main/Content/immunisation/KHI_Fact_Sheet_template_Aug_2014.pdf

Private BCG clinics

There are a number of private travel clinics which include BCG vaccine delivery and other travel advice.  Please search for BCG Vaccine Melbourne for the details of these travel clinics. 

Urgent Care Clinics

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Walk-in to a free Urgent Care Clinic when you need immediate healthcare now but it's not life-threatening.

With 29 locations across Victoria, the Clinics provide expert urgent care 7 days a week, open early to late.

You do not need a Medicare card, an appointment or a referral from your GP. Urgent Care Clinics are run through Priority Primary Care Centre's and Medicare Urgent Care Clinics.

Urgent Care Clinics will provide you with healthcare when you need to see someone immediately. This includes treatment for mild infections and burns, suspected fractures or sprains. They also provide pathology and imaging services that may be onsite or located nearby.

Urgent Care Clinics help Victorians to get urgent care faster and keep our busy emergency departments free for those who need emergency care for life-threatening conditions.

Find your nearest Urgent Care Clinic

For free urgent care now, visit a Priority Primary Care Centre or a Medicare Urgent Care Clinic.

Check your local Urgent Care Clinic for operating times

Ballarat - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting Ballarat Base Hospital)

Baw Baw - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting West Gippsland Healthcare Group)

Bendigo - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Bendigo Hospital)

Craigieburn - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Northern Health)

Dandenong - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Dandenong Hospital)

Epping - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Northern Hospital)

Forest Hill - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Box Hill Hospital)

Frankston - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting Frankston Hospital)

Geelong - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting University Hospital Geelong)

Glen Waverley - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Monash Medical Centre)

Heidelberg - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting Austin Hospital)

Inner Melbourne - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting Royal Melbourne Hospital)

Latrobe - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Latrobe Regional Hospital)

Maribyrnong - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Footscray Hospital)

Maroondah - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Maroondah Hospital)

Melton - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Sunshine Hospital)

Mildura - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Mildura Base Public Hospital)

Monash Children's - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Monash Children's Hospital)

Moonee Ponds - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Royal Melbourne Hospital)

Narre Warren - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting Casey Hospital)

Prahran - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting Alfred Hospital)

Richmond - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting St Vincent's Hospital)

Royal Children's Hospital - Priority Primary Care Centre (referral required) (supporting Royal Children's Hospital)

• This service receives or reviews suitable patients from the Royal Children's Hospital emergency department. Bookings and walk-up appointments are not available.
• Your local PPCC can treat children who need same day care.

Shepparton - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Goulburn Valley Health)

Sunbury - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting Royal Melbourne Hospital)

Sunshine - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Sunshine Hospital)

Warrnambool - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Warrnambool Base Hospital)

Werribee - Medicare Urgent Care Clinic External Link (supporting Werribee Mercy Hospital)

Wodonga - Priority Primary Care Centre External Link (supporting Albury Wodonga Health Service)

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