General Practitioner
Dr Md Asif Anwar
MBBS, FRACGP, MPHSpeaks English, Bengali- Mental health
Dr Saly Ahmed in a confidential consultation
Alcohol and other drug support in Delacombe, Ballarat.
If you’re worried about your drinking or drug use, or someone else’s, our GPs offer confidential, non-judgemental support and can connect you with local services.
Prefer to talk? Call (03) 9948 9176
How we can help.
Tap a step, or let it play through.
Step 1 of 6
Talk
A private conversation
Your GP will listen and ask about your use, health and goals, without judgement.
Step 2 of 6
Check
Your health
Simple checks help understand how your use may be affecting you.
What happens
- Liver and blood tests
- Mental health check
- Sleep and stress
- Medicines review
Step 3 of 6
Plan
Cut back or stop
Together you make a plan that suits you.
Step 4 of 6
Connect
Local services
Referral to local counselling, rehabilitation and support services.
Step 5 of 6
Family
Support for loved ones
Support for family members and friends affected by someone else’s use.
What happens
- Family support services
- Your own wellbeing
- Information and advice
- Family Drug Help
Step 6 of 6
Stay well
Long term
Ongoing support and check-ins.
What happens
- Regular check-ins
- Managing slips
- Mental health support
- Celebrating progress
Alcohol and other drug support.
Support we offer at Delacombe Medical Centre. Choose a service to see what’s involved, how long to book, any costs and which GPs have an interest in it.
Ready to book?
Book a longer appointment online. You don’t need to tell reception why.
GPs who can help.
These GPs have interests in mental health. Any of our GPs can provide confidential support.
General Practitioner
Dr Devika Kumari Mabula Arachchige
MBBS, FRACGPSpeaks English, Sinhalese- Mental health
General Practitioner
Dr Mina Ghorbanpour Landy
MDSpeaks English, Persian- Mental health
General Practitioner
Dr Mukhtar Ali
MBBS (Hons), DCH, FRACGPSpeaks English, Urdu, Arabic- Mental health
GP Registrar
Dr Khushpinder Kaur
MBBSSpeaks English, Hindi, Punjabi- Mental health and wellbeing
GP Registrar
Dr Harindri Pathiraja
MBBS, AMCSpeaks English, Sinhalese- Mental health
Taking the first step.
What helps:
- 1Book a longer appointment
So you don’t feel rushed.
- 2Be honest
Your GP is here to help, not judge.
- 3Bring support
You’re welcome to bring someone.
- 4Know your goals
Cutting back, stopping or just talking.
DirectLine 1800 888 236 offers free, confidential alcohol and drug counselling 24 hours a day. In an emergency, call 000.
Alcohol and drug questions.
Common questions from our patients. For anything else, our reception team is happy to help.
Book onlineYes. Your health information is confidential. Your GP will explain the rare situations where information may need to be shared for safety.
Eligible GP consultations are bulk billed with a valid Medicare card.
For some people, stopping alcohol suddenly can be dangerous. Talk to your GP about a safe plan.
Your GP can support you as a family member and talk about services. Family Drug Help is on 1300 660 068.
DirectLine 1800 888 236 is available 24 hours a day. In an emergency, call 000.
Book a confidential appointment in Delacombe.
Open seven days at Pad 1, Delacombe Town Centre. Bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
In an emergency, call 000. DirectLine 1800 888 236 is available 24 hours a day.