A New Chapter for Tallowwood Health: Dr Daniel Rankmore Passes the Baton

To our Tallowwood Health community,

We have some important updates to share. After 10 years at Tallowwood Health – near seven of those as a director - Dr Daniel Rankmore will be passing the baton to Dr Matthew Chan.

Since joining the practice in 2015 and becoming a director in 2018, Dr Rankmore has brought his drive and passion to Tallowwood Health. He has played a key role in modernising our communication tools and reminders, expanding and streamlining our chronic disease clinics, and strengthening the financial stability of the practice. He also led a community-wide initiative to improve access to high-quality aged care in the region.

In his clinical practice, Dr Rankmore has recently focused on skin cancer management, which now forms the largest part of his patient care. Beyond Tamworth, he also provides emergency services at Gunnedah Emergency Department and anaesthetic support for local patients.

As he steps away from Tallowwood Health, Dr Rankmore will continue providing skin cancer services from July 2025 with the team at My GP Hub, here in Tamworth.

Stepping into his new role as co-director, Dr Matthew Chan will join Dr David Lockart in leading Tallowwood Health. Dr Chan has been a valued member of the team since 2019. In addition to caring for his regular patients, he has actively supervised medical students and GP registrars while contributing to key decisions at the practice. He has also developed a strong role in occupational health care with local businesses—along with keeping our practice’s NRL tipping competition going strong!

We understand that if you are a patient of Dr Rankmore, you may find this news unexpected. We want to assure you that we are committed to ensuring you continue to receive the care you need, whether that means transitioning to another doctor at Tallowwood Health or seeking care elsewhere. We are also hoping to welcome two new doctors - one in June and another in the next few months - to further support our patients.

We wish Dr Rankmore all the best in the next chapter of his career. Dr Chan and Dr Lockart remain dedicated to providing high-quality care for our patients and their families, supported by our incredible team at Tallowwood Health. ... See MoreSee Less

🌟 Flu Vaccination Appointments Now Available! 🌟

You can now book either your flu vaccination—or flu and COVID vaccinations—online through HotDoc! A Saturday clinic on the 12th of April 2025 is currently available, with more dates to be announced soon. We have the following options available:

Types of Clinics:
• Influenza Only
• Influenza & COVID

For any other vaccinations or medical advice, please book a consultation with your usual GP.

Why Get Vaccinated?
• Stay Healthy: The flu shot lowers your chances of getting really sick or dealing with nasty complications.
• Protect Others: Getting vaccinated also helps keep those around you safe, especially people who are more at risk.

📅 Ready to book? You can visit our website here to follow the prompts: www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au ... See MoreSee Less

🌟 Meet Dr. Matt Parsons! 🌟

Matt grew up in Gunnedah and has returned to the area with his wife and three young kids. Having been at the Tamworth Base Hospital for the last four years, you may have had the opportunity (or misfortune!) to meet him in the Emergency Department, where he has developed his special skills in critical care. Matt has a passion for four-wheel driving and camping. He has no plans to leave the region, with special interests in Rural Emergency Medicine and supporting small country towns.

Matt is here at Tallowwood Health on Mondays through Fridays, with every second Thursday at the Tamworth Base Hospital.

📍121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth (Prev. Barton Lane Practice)
📞 (02) 6766 6166 ... See MoreSee Less

We’re so excited to welcome Dr. Kim Hoa Rogers to the Tallowwood Health team! 🎉👩‍⚕️

Starting today, Dr. Rogers will be seeing patients Monday through Friday. 💙✨

Let’s give her a warm welcome and make her feel right at home! 🙌

We’d also like to wish a belated happy birthday to Noah, one of our amazing admin team members, who celebrated yesterday! 🥳🎂🎈 Thank you, Noah, for everything you do to keep our team and patients supported every day. 🌿🌟 ... See MoreSee Less

Dr Douglas Rutherford – For service to the township of Tamworth

Dr Douglas Rutherford commenced working in Tamworth NSW in 1986, initially at Marius Street Practice, and continuing as the practice moved to Barton Lane, where he continues to practice at Tallowwood Health as a General Practitioner. Dr Rutherford’s interests in the medical field include minor surgery, urology and palliative care.

Congratulations and thank you Dr Rutherford!

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Each year Rural Doctors Network (RDN) recognises GPs who have achieved 35+ years’ service to remote, rural and regional communities in NSW. This year, sixteen outstanding GPs were honoured with a 2024 Rural Medical Service Award. Read more: www.nswrdn.com.au/site/index.cfm?module=news&pagemode=indiv&page_id=2655856

#Tamworth #RMSAAwards #ruralgp #ruralmedicine #ruralhealth #ruralhealthcare ... See MoreSee Less

🎄✨ Tallowwood Health Christmas & New Year Opening Hours ✨🎄

Dear Tallowwood Health Family,

As we approach the festive season, we’d like to share some important updates about our Christmas and New Year schedule:

📅 Closed on the 25th, 26th, and 27th of December, as well as the 1st of January, 2025.

🔔 A gentle reminder to ensure you have an adequate supply of prescriptions and address any essential health needs before the festivities begin. Our team is here to assist you.

For urgent medical matters during these times, please contact:
• The Urgent Care Clinic at 02 6768 3222.
• Tamworth Base Hospital on Dean Street.
• Our after-hours on-call doctor at 0407 255 321.

We hope this festive season brings you good health, joy, and cherished moments with loved ones. 🎁 If you’re traveling, please stay safe on the roads. 🚗✨

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎅🎄

Warm regards,
Your Tallowwood Health Team 💚 ... See MoreSee Less