Compassionate care meets medical excellence
General Practice care for you in Tamworth, NSW
Currently accepting new patients
WELCOME
Welcome to Tallowwood Health, where compassionate care meets medical excellence. Our dedicated team is committed to providing comprehensive and personalised care for individuals and families. From routine check-ups to chronic disease management, we prioritise 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
OUR TEAM
DOCTORS

Dr Matthew Chan
General Practitioner / Director

Dr Nicola Hicks
General Practitioner

Dr Roveena John
General Practice Registrar

Dr Ephraim Leynes
General Practice Registrar

Dr David Lockart
General Practitioner / Director

Dr Viswanathan Narayanan
General Practice Registrar

Dr Matthew Nguyen
General Practitioner

Dr Kim Rogers
General Practitioner

Dr Saman Shaker
General Practice Registrar

Dr Emma Simmons
General Practice Registrar

Dr Sarah Spencer
General Practitioner
NURSES

Alison
Nurse Team Leader / Registered Nurse

Deanne
Enrolled Nurse

Leanne
Registered Nurse

Rachel
Registered Nurse
Sarah
Registered Nurse

Sarah
Enrolled Nurse
ADMINISTRATION

Bek Hooley
Practice Manager

Kylie Barnes
Office Manager

Victoria Chan
Executive Assistant
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
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:
2025 β Finalist β Quality Business Awards βExcellence in Customer Service in Health Services
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
POLICIES
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
Tallowwood Health is a fully accredited, modern general practice providing high-quality, patient-centred care. Proudly serving the Tamworth region since 1892 with experienced GPs and a friendly, experienced team.
Hoppy Easter from all of us at Tallowwood Health! π°πΈ
Wishing you a relaxing long weekend filled with chocolates, sunshine, and time with loved ones. Stay safe and enjoy! π£πΏ ... See MoreSee Less
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With the Easter long weekend just around the corner π°, we know things can get busy. So this is a gentle reminder to organise any scripts, referrals, or appointments you might need for this long weekend.
Tallowwood Health will be closed from Good Friday (3rd April) through to Easter Monday, reopening on Tuesday 7th April.
Wishing you and your family a safe and restful Easter, and a little time to enjoy the sweet things π«π«Ά
π www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
π (02) 6766 6166
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ππ§‘ Harmony Week at Tallowwood Health π§‘π
Harmony Week is a time to recognise and celebrate the diversity that makes Australia such a strong and welcoming community.
Australia is proudly one of the worldβs most multicultural countries. More than half of Australians were either born overseas or have at least one parent who was born overseas. These cultures, experiences, and traditions enrich our communities every day.
At Tallowwood Health, weβre proud to care for people from many different backgrounds and communities. We believe everyone deserves to feel welcomed, respected, and valued.
This week, you may notice people wearing orange, a simple way to show support for cultural diversity and an inclusive Australia. π§‘
π www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
π (02) 6766 6166
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Today we recognise International Women's DayπΏπ
At Tallowwood Health, weβre fortunate to work alongside incredible women every day in our clinic, behind the scenes, and across our wider community. Their leadership, compassion and dedication play a big part in the care we provide and the culture weβre proud of. π©ββοΈπ«Ά
In healthcare, we see firsthand the many roles women hold, as part of our Tallowwood team, as doctors, nurses, carers, mothers, daughters. Their work is often quiet, often steady, and always impactful. πΏ
Today we celebrate the women who shape our practice, and the many women in our community who trust us with their care, each with their own story, challenges and achievements. π ... See MoreSee Less
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Weβre excited to welcome Dr Saman Shaker (Dr Sam) to the team at Tallowwood Health π
Dr Sam has joined us with trauma training from South Africa πΏπ¦ and has spent the past two years working at Tamworth Base Hospital π₯. He has a strong interest in emergency medicine and frontline care.
Outside of medicine, Dr Sam is the vocalist and guitarist for his band Nostromo πΈ, a heavy, genre-blending group influenced by Queens of the Stone Age, Soundgarden, and The Beatles. Theyβve performed during our Country Music Festival πΆ and Tamworth Pride Incβs Fair Day π. He also enjoys playing volleyball and soccer.
Dr Sam will be consulting on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays ποΈ.
Welcoming both new and established patients. ππ±
π www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
π (02) 6766 6166
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π Flu Vaccinations for Your Workplace π
Flu season is coming up, and unfortunately sometimes, it doesnβt take much for illness to move through a workplace. Offering flu vaccinations is a simple way to help keep your team well and minimise disruption over the colder months. Itβs also a practical way to support your team's health.
At Tallowwood Health, we provide flexible Workplace Flu Vaccination options that are easy to organise and run smoothly for businesses of all sizes and work hours.
1οΈβ£ On-site clinic:
One of our experienced Registered Nurses comes to your workplace and administers vaccinations on-site.
β’ Nurse attendance fee (charged per hour)
β’ Vaccine fee per employee (charged per vaccine given)
Vaccinations usually take around five minutes per person, keeping disruption to the workday to a minimum.
2οΈβ£ Vaccination vouchers:
Each staff member receives a voucher to book their flu shot at Tallowwood Health at a time that suits them.
β’ Charged per voucher issued (fee includes the vaccine)
π For businesses with five or fewer staff, the voucher option is generally the more cost-effective choice.
Flu season can sometimes place extra pressure on workplaces, a little planning ahead can help things run more smoothly during flu season.
If youβd like more information or would like to arrange a clinic, please feel free to get in touch with our team on (02) 6766 6166.
π www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au
π (02) 6766 6166
π Ground Level, Tamwell Building, 121 Johnston Street, North Tamworth ... See MoreSee Less
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