
WELCOME
Welcome to Tallowwood Health, where compassionate care meets medical excellence. Our dedicated team is committed to providing comprehensive and personalized care for individuals and families. From routine check-ups to chronic disease management, we prioritize your health and well-being in a warm and welcoming environment.
Monday to Friday: 8:30am β 6:00pm
For urgent medical concerns outside these hours, please contact the on-call doctor on the after-hours phone number.Β Please note this is a service only available for current regular patients only. Fees apply for phone advice and call outs.
Please note:
The practice is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
Ph: 02 67666166
Fax: 02 67666341
After hours on-call doctor: 0407 255 321
For all emergencies please call an ambulance on: 000
121 Johnston Street
(Tamwell Building, Ground floor) Tamworth, NSW 2340
SERVICES
Childhood Checks and Immunisations
Spirometry
Minor Procedures
Driving Medicals
Mental Health
Chronic Disease Care
Women’s Health Checks and Cervical Screening
Preventative Health Checks
Travel Vaccination and Advice
Worker’s Compensation
Pregnancy Planning and Care
Men’s Health Checks
Ear Wax Removal
Wound Care
INR Testing
Yellow Fever Vaccination
Health Assessments
Q Fever Testing and Vaccination
Iron Infusions
Skin Checks
New Patients
At present Tallowwood Health is experiencing an increased demandΒ for appointments. As such, we do not currently have any GPs who are able to take on new patients at this time. We will continue to review our availability and hope to be able to take on new patients again soon.
Billing Information
Our goal is to provide you with high quality, comprehensive health care. As such we do not bulk bill as we cannot maintain our standard of medical care on the rebate available.
However, we do provide medical care for concession card holders at a discounted rate.
We also seek to provide care in innovative ways for people with a range of complex and chronic health care conditions. We are able to run many specific services for a range of common chronic health issues with little or no out of pocket cost to you. If you have a chronic health care need please talk to one of our doctors or other staff to learn more about what this could mean for you.
The current fee scale is displayed at reception. Please ask our receptionists for further details. We ask that fees be settled in full at the time of consultation.

EXCELLENCE
At Tallowwood Health (formerly called Barton Lane Practice), we strive that everything we do is defined by excellence and we are thankful for the recognition we have received in this area:
2022 β Winner β RACGP β National General Practice of the Year
2022 β Winner β RACGP NSW & ACT (State) β General Practice of the Year
2022 β Finalist β Quality Business Awards β Excellence in Small Business
2022 β Nominee β Quality Business Awards β Excellence in Customer Service in Health & Well Being
2022 β Nominee β Regional Business Awards β Excellence in Small Business
2022 β Finalist β PHN Primary Care Quality and Innovation Awards: Primary Care Leader β Organisation category
2021 β Finalist β Quality Business Awards β Excellence in Customer Service in Health & Well Being
2019 β Finalist β Quality Business Awards β Excellence in Customer Service in Health & Well Being

INTEGRITY
In the care we provide, committing to ethical and compassionate practice. By acting with kindness, honesty, respect for others and self, and in doing so being responsible, reliable and accountable for the work we do
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Tallowwood Health
Welcome to our fully accredited, modern practice. We have been providing high quality medical care to the Tamworth region since 1892.
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 β 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 businessesβalong with keeping our practiceβs 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
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Congratulations Matt And Dr Rankmore.
Congratulations and all the best
All the best Dr Rankmore. Congratulations Dr Chan! π
Tania Hartigan
Wishing you all the best Dr Rankmore.
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π Flu Vaccination Appointments Now Available! π
You can now book either your flu vaccinationβor flu and COVID vaccinationsβonline 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:
β’ Influenza Only
β’ Influenza & COVID
For any other vaccinations or medical advice, please book a consultation with your usual GP.
Why Get Vaccinated?
β’ Stay Healthy: The flu shot lowers your chances of getting really sick or dealing with nasty complications.
β’ Protect Others: Getting vaccinated also helps keep those around you safe, especially people who are more at risk.
π Ready to book? You can visit our website here to follow the prompts: www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au ... See MoreSee Less
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π Meet Dr. Matt Parsons! π
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.
π121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth (Prev. Barton Lane Practice)
π (02) 6766 6166 ... See MoreSee Less
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Christine Farthing his guy who sorted Ruby out when she had to go to hospital while you were away. His the best.
Welcome !
Welcome, hopefully you will stay..
Yay Matt Parsons ππ» your a lucky practice Tallowwood Health βΊοΈ
Great stuff and a welcome addition to the Tallowwood team ,congratulations Matt.
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Weβre so excited to welcome Dr. Kim Hoa Rogers to the Tallowwood Health team! ππ©ββοΈ
Starting today, Dr. Rogers will be seeing patients Monday through Friday. πβ¨
Letβs give her a warm welcome and make her feel right at home! π
Weβd also like to wish a belated happy birthday to Noah, one of our amazing admin team members, who celebrated yesterday! π₯³ππ Thank you, Noah, for everything you do to keep our team and patients supported every day. πΏπ ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy birthday Noah. You have been a wonderful addition to the Tallowwood team. You're always polite, professional, helpful & a pleasure to speak with. I hope you had a wonderful day for your birthday π
Noah is a asset to Tallowwood health team always polite and pleasure to talk too happiest of birthdays Noah
I thought Doug had retired
Welcome
I take it she is to be a permanent long term member of the team, not just for 6 mths?
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Dr Douglas Rutherford β 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 Rutherfordβs 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+ yearsβ 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
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He is so kind . Congratulations and thank you Dr Rutherford .
Sincere congratulations on a life of service duly recognised! Great to hear & be able to recognise the enormous dedication & care bestowed on us by our rural Generalist GP's. How blessed are we! π
My GP for thirty seven years now. An amazing doctor, consultant and all round professional person. Thank you Dr. Rutherford. My life is indebted to your talents. Thank you again and an absolute congratulations on this fabulous award of recognition. Kindest cheers, Graeme Mills
Congratulations to a wonderful GP. A pleasure to work for.
Great news. An award well deserved. Congratulations Dr Rutherford
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πβ¨ Tallowwood Health Christmas & New Year Opening Hours β¨π
Dear Tallowwood Health Family,
As we approach the festive season, weβd like to share some important updates about our Christmas and New Year schedule:
π Closed on the 25th, 26th, and 27th of December, as well as the 1st of January, 2025.
π 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:
β’ The Urgent Care Clinic at 02 6768 3222.
β’ Tamworth Base Hospital on Dean Street.
β’ 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. π If youβre traveling, please stay safe on the roads. πβ¨
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! π π
Warm regards,
Your Tallowwood Health Team π ... See MoreSee Less
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