Caring for the whole family, every step of the way.
Nestled in the heart of Waitara, Waitara Family Medical Practice offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services to residents across the Hornsby Shire and surrounds. We are committed to providing compassionate, personalized care for every member of your family, from newborns to the elderly.
General Practice
Our experienced GPs provide care for a wide range of medical conditions, offering diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
Women's Health
We offer comprehensive women's health services, including menopause consultations, Pap smears, smears and STI testing, and pregnancy health care.
Men's Health
We understand the unique healthcare needs of men and offer specific services like prostate examinations, sperm analysis, and sexual health advice.
Family Planning & Children's Health
From routine vaccinations to comprehensive childcare checks, we provide comprehensive care for your little ones.
Chronic Disease Management
We work with you to manage chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, and cardiovascular disease.
Mental Health & Workers Compensation
Our dedicated team can offer support for mental health concerns and management of workplace injuries.
Specialized Services
- Skin cancer checks and eye checks
- Pre-employment medicals
- Motor vehicle medical assessments
- Travel medicine consultations
- Acupuncture and physiotherapy services are also available through partnerships with trusted healthcare providers.
Why Choose Waitara Family Medical Practice?
- Experienced and compassionate doctors and staff who are passionate about healthcare.
- Bulk billing available for eligible patients.
- Conveniently located in Waitara.
- Multi-lingual team to better serve the community.
- Comprehensive range of specialized services for various health needs.
Practice Fees and Billing
A major point of contention among reviewers is the practice's fees, with some patients feeling ripped off by the "new patient fee" and bulk billing practices. Others have expressed frustration with being charged for short consultations.
Reception Staff
The reception staff have received mixed reviews, with some patients praising their friendly and welcoming demeanor, while others have experienced poor service, feeling discriminated against, or uncomfortable during their interactions.
Doctor Reviews
Deepak Raja, the primary GP at the practice, has received both glowing and scathing reviews. Some patients have praised his attentiveness, kindness, and willingness to take the time to understand their health issues, while others have found him to be unhelpful, dismissive, or unwilling to investigate the causes of their symptoms.
Positive Experiences
Other reviewers have reported having positive experiences with the practice, praising the team's warm and friendly approach, efficiency, and person-centered care. Some have also commended the practice's cleanliness and modern facilities.
Negative Experiences
On the other hand, some reviewers have reported negative experiences with the practice, including long wait times, poor advice, and a lack of care from the GP.
