+What Vaccines Are Available?

The Pfizer Comirnaty Vaccine is available at Asquith Medical Centre. The vaccine is available for all patients over the age of 5. Moderna Bivalent is avaialble for people over the age of 18 as a booster.

Appointments can be made online or by calling the clinic on 9477-3755.

+Who can get the vaccine?

Everyone in Australia is elgible to receive a Covid-19 vaccine. If you have a compromised immune system or allergies then please discuss the vaccine with your doctor or specialist. Your suitability for vaccination will be discussed with the nurse of doctor at the time of your appointment.

The eligibility criteria for the AstraZeneca and Pfizer Comirnaty vaccine can be found on the Department of Health Website through this link: Am I Eligible For A Covid-19 Vaccine?

Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning pregnancy should discuss receiving the vaccine with a doctor prior to immunisation. The Pfizer Comirnaty vaccine is recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Specific information for women around pregnancy and breastfeeding can be found here: Covid-19 Vaccine Decision Guide for Women.

+What about children?

Vaccine doses are available for all children over the age of 5. Children 5-11 years of age are given a specific paediatric dose of the Pfizer Comirnaty vaccine.

We welcome the opportunity to answer any of your questions about the safety and the benefit of getting your child vaccinated. Please feel free to call the surgery to make an appointment with a GP or our Practice Nurse to discuss.

+How many doses are part of the Covid-19 vaccine?

The Pfizer Comirnaty vaccine for all individuals over the age of 12 has a dose interval of a 3 weeks.

For children aged 5 to 11 years a dose interval of 8 weeks is recommended. This can be shortned in times of outbreak, planned immunotherapy or international travel.

Please discuss any concerns about the interval between doses with the GP or Practice Nurse at the time of your appointment.

+What about booster shots?

Booster shots have been made available for all individuals over the age of 16, 3 months after their second dose. Booster vaccinations are given with the Pfizer Comirnaty vaccine. Over the age of 18, Moderna Bivalent is available.

Some patients are eligible for a third vaccination 2 months after their second dose. This includes patients who are currently immunocompromised.

Patients over the age of 65 who have had their booster vaccination are eligible for a second booster 4 months after their first. This can be given on the same day your receive your flu vaccine.

+Can I have a booster if I have been diagnosed with Covid-19?

If you have recently been diagnosed with Covid-19 it is still important to get a booster vaccination. You must be well and fully recovered from your covid infection prior to vaccination. If you have any questions about the timing of your booster vaccination please make a telehealth appoint with one of our GPs to discuss suitability.

+How can I book for my vaccine appointment?

You can call the clinic directly on 94773755 or use the My Health 1st Mobile App to book your appointment.

All new patients must use the My Health 1st Mobile App to book their vaccine appointment.

+Are There Side Effects With The Vaccine?

As with all vaccines there is the possibility of side-effects which range from common to very rare. Before you receive the vaccine you will be provided with information on potential side-effects and have the opportunity to discuss them with the doctor or nurse.

+How long will my appointment take?

Expect to be at the clinic for 30 minutes. This includes consultation with the doctor or nurse, the vaccination process and remaining in our waiting room for a minimum of 15 minutes after.

+Can I come if I'm not a patient of the clinic?

YES! We welcome all members of the public at our clinic to participate in the vaccination program.

All new patients must book in for their vaccination via the online booking system. If your desired vaccine is not available please check this website daily for updated information.

If you are coming from a different medical practice a Health Summary from your regular GP must be sent prior to your appointment or brought with you. Please also download the New Patient Information Form on the home page and bring to your appointment.

+Do I have to pay?

There is no charge for the vaccine and it is bulk billed under Medicare. If you do not have a medicare card then you can attend Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital to be vaccinated with no charge.

+Can I talk to the doctor about something else at the same time?

NO. If you want to talk to the doctor about another medical issue including prescriptions or referrals please make a separate appointment.

+What about the Flu vaccine?

The 2022 Influenza vaccine is now available. Asquith Medical Centre has both government fund and private doses available. Private doses are $20. The influenza vaccination and covid booster vaccination can be given on the same day.

If you would like to book in for the flu vaccine and Covid booster vaccine please call the clinic and let the staff know.

+Vaccination Certificates

Clinic staff will upload your vaccination details to the Australian Immunisation Record. You can access a vaccination certificates through your MyGov and Medicare records. The turn around time for this is approximately 24-48 hours.

A few days after your appointment please access MyGov or Medicare online to check for your Covid vaccine history. If you cannot locate it, please call the clinic on 9477 3755 and we will follow it up for you. The sooner you advise us of any potential problems, the quicker we can resolve it for you and you can access your certificate.

+Where can I get more information?

The Australian Government Health Department has a dedicated website for the latest news and information about the Covid-19 Vaccine Program in Australia. You can access the website by clicking this link:

Australian Covid-19 Vaccine Program

We will keep this website updated regularly. Please keep checking back for the latest information about being vaccinated at Asquith Medical Centre.