Monthly Newsletters
Welcome to the The Surgery at Jerra Newsletter Archive. Each month we share important practice updates, healthcare information, team news, seasonal health advice, and service announcements to help keep our patients informed. Browse our latest newsletters below and download any edition to stay up to date.
October 2026
This month’s highlights:
- HotDoc’s Health Wallet now allows patients to securely store, view and manage their electronic prescriptions in one convenient place.
- TSAJ welcomes Dr Debbie Friend, an experienced GP who will be consulting on Thursday evenings for the remainder of 2026, providing additional after-hours appointments.
- The TSAJ team dressed up for Frocktober to raise awareness and funds for ovarian cancer research.
- With spring bringing increased tick activity, patients are reminded about tick safety, careful removal and when to seek medical advice.
- TSAJ is working to bring back spirometry (breathing tests) and audiology (hearing tests), with more details to be announced.
Sepetember 2026
This month’s highlights:
- Celebrating 18 years of caring for the Jerrabomberra community.
- From one small practice to eight consulting rooms and two treatment rooms.
- Meet Our New Reception Team
- Find out how to manage your symptoms and when to seek advice in the Spring season.
- Dave’s Back on Deck
August 2026
This month’s highlights:
- A winter health message from Practice Principal Dr David Yates, including advice on reducing the spread of respiratory illnesses this season.
- Welcoming Dr Victor Forcadela, our new GP Registrar, to The Surgery at Jerra.
- Celebrating Reception Manager Emilia Heyne’s engagement.
- Practice reminders, including extended opening hours, online booking options, and repeat prescription and referral services.
July 2026
This month’s highlights:
- A winter message from Dr David Yates with tips for preventing the spread of seasonal respiratory illnesses.
- Guidance on when a cough may require a GP appointment and what to do before visiting the practice.
- Welcoming Dave McGinness, our new Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist, to the team.
- Celebrating our continued support of the local community through sponsorship of the Jerrabomberra Public School Trivia Night.
- A quick health fact on the importance of regular blood pressure checks.