Dr. Andrew Beshara
MBBS, FRACGP
Andrew has been part of our growing family since 2023. Having graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2014.
Welcome to Alfords Point Medical Practice
At Alfords Point Medical Practice, we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care for individuals and families across all stages of life. Our team of highly experienced doctors brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and dedication to every consultation, ensuring that each patient feels heard, respected, and well cared for.
We believe in building long-term relationships with our patients, grounded in trust and open communication. Whether you need routine check-ups, chronic disease management, or acute care, we take the time to understand your unique needs and provide personalised treatment in a supportive environment.
Your health is our priority — and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Services
at Alfords Point Medical Practice
Doctors at Alfords Point Medical Practice can arrange for recall SMS MESSAGES to be sent to you as a reminder to have your health checks using our own reminder system and national or state reminder systems and registers. If you do not wish to be part of this reminder system please notify our staff. We have a Practice Nurse to help the doctors streamline your health care. Pathology collection can be arranged at the time of your consultation.
- Minor surgery
- Full annual health checks
- Vaccinations
- Pre-employment and insurance medicals
- Workers’ compensation
- Antenatal and postnatal care as well as baby and child healthcare
- Mental health consultations
- Chronic disease management such as diabetes, asthma and INR monitoring
- Diabetic and asthma monitoring
- ECGs
- Podiatry
- Speech pathology
- Skin cancer clinic
- INR monitoring
- Cryotherapy
- Spirometry
- Tympanograms
- Wound care
- Ear irrigation
- Dietitian
- Pathology collection
- Practice Nurse
- Translator and interpreter services – TIS National 131450
Appointments
Face to face consultations are now available at our practice.
Telehealth consultations are preferred if appropriate and for pathology, radiology referrals or for results.
Patients with a sore throat, runny nose, fever or cough will be required to do a RAT test prior to the appointment and will need to show reception on arrival. A mask is also to be worn.
Patients must wear a mask if you have any respiratory symptoms
Our fee policy is the same for telehealth or face to face consultations.
We will adhere to all NSW Health guidelines by maintaining required social distancing and using personal protective equipment such as masks, gowns, gloves and goggles.
Thank you for you continued patience and understanding. Our doctors and staff are dedicated to ensuring all patients receive the best care in a safe environment.
The Team
Doctors at Alfords Point Medical Practice
Dr Peter Gilkes
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr. Peter Gilkes graduated in Medicine from the University of New South Wales in 1983.
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Dr. Suzanne Perera
MBBS (UNSW)
Dr Suzanne Perera graduated in Medicine with honours from University of New South Wales in 1991.
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The doctors consulting at Alfords Point Medical Practice are fellows of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and are Vocationally Registered.
Alfords Point Medical Practice acknowledges the Dharawal people who are the traditional custodians of the Sutherland Shire
Our Opening Hours
- Monday 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Tuesday 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Wednesday 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Saturday CLOSED
- Sunday CLOSED
Sydney Medical Service Co-Operative Limited
- Phone: 1300 HOME GP
- Weeknights 6:00pm – 8:00am
- Weekends From 12pm Saturday and 24 Hours on Sundays & Public Holidays
- Alternatively, you can contact the National Home Doctor Service on 13SICK or Health Direct on 1800 022 222
Frequently Asked Questions
Medicare is a government funded health subsidy scheme that contributes towards the cost of a person’s health care. Some medical practices choose to accept the Medicare rebate as full payment for their services – this is known as “bulk-billing”. However, the Medicare rebate does not cover the cost of delivering high quality health care, hence there is a “gap” or out of pocket cost for our services.
We offer concessional rates for pension card holders. Bulk-billing is only available in certain exceptional circumstances, and for over-65 year old vaccinations and chronic disease management plans.
Fees vary according to the length and complexity of the service and are payable at the time of consultation. Medicare rebates processed on your behalf and the rebated amount is deposited into the account linked with Medicare.
| Medicare Item | Fee | Medicare Rebate | Out of Pocket Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $85.00 | $42.85 | $42.15 |
| Long | $140.00 | $82.90 | $57.10 |
| Prolonged | $200.00 | $122.15 | $77.85 |
Telehealth consultations are charged at the same level as outlined above.
You may be charged for additional procedures undertaken during the course of the consultation e.g. ECG, respiratory function test and excision fee.
Appointments can be scheduled by phoning our Reception team or booking online via HotDoc.
Due to the unpredictable nature of general practice consultations, the doctors may run behind schedule. If you are making a booking to discuss multiple problems, for a complex health issues, mental health assessments, procedures and cervical screening please ask for a long appointment. Making the right appointment for your needs will assist the doctor to run on schedule.
New patient consultations with your doctor will require more time. This allows for a complete health history to be documented.
Patients presenting with a work-related injury are liable for all costs incurred until a Work Cover claim has been approved.
Telephone consultations are charged at the same level as outlined in our consultation fees. Patients who have a valid Medicare card and who have visited our practice in the last 12 months are eligible for a rebate. Medicare rebates are processed on your behalf.
The doctors will conduct telephone consults and these can be booked online or by ringing our practice on 02 9543 2270. From time to time your doctor may indicate during this telephone consult you may require a physical examination at the practice, please contact our Reception team who will arrange this appointment for you.
When making an appointment, and again on arrival at the practice, please advise reception staff that you or your child have cold or flu symptoms or may have something contagious. We will ask that you please wear a face mask and may request you to sit in an isolated area for the health and wellbeing of our patients.
If there is a life-threatening emergency – even if you are not certain – always call 000. Otherwise, telephone us on 02 9543 2270 and you will be advised of the best course of action.
A fee will be charged for non-attendance of appointments. This will be $45 for an appointment that has been booked but not attended. Extenuating circumstances will always be taken into account.
Where blood tests or other investigations have been ordered, you will generally need to make a follow-up appointment to discuss the results. Our SMS recall system will send you a text message requesting a “non-urgent appointment”. If the doctor is concerned about your results, the staff at Alfords Point Medical Practice will contact you to make an appointment. A fee is payable for follow up appointments.
Preventive care is important because it helps detect health problems early, when they are easier and more effective to treat. It also promotes overall health and well-being, potentially preventing more serious health issues from developing. Early detection can often lead to better outcomes and a higher quality of life.
Alfords Point Medical Practice offers a
REMINDER SYSTEM for preventative health care.
18+ Annual Skin Checks
Annual STI Screening
Annual STI Screening
25+ Cervical Screening (Females)
40 Annual Blood Test
Breast Screening (Family History or Symptoms)
Breast Screening (Family History or Symptoms)
45-49 Health Assessment Check
50+ Breast Screening
Bowel Screening
PSA (Family History or Symptoms)
Bowel Screening
PSA (Family History or Symptoms)
60+ PSA
65 Shingles Vaccine
70 Pneumonia Vaccine
Osteoperosis (Bone Mineral Density Screening)
Osteoperosis (Bone Mineral Density Screening)
75+ Health Assessment Check
Phone: 1300 HOME GP
Weeknights 6:00pm – 8:00am
Weekends From 12pm Saturday and 24 Hours on Sundays & Public Holidays
Weeknights 6:00pm – 8:00am
Weekends From 12pm Saturday and 24 Hours on Sundays & Public Holidays
Alternatively, you can contact the National Home Doctor Service on 13 SICK or Health Direct on 1800 022 222
For those speaking a language other than English, a telephone interpreting service is available free of charge. If you (or a family member or friend) require this service, please inform the receptionist when making your appointment or telephone the interpreting hotline on 131 450.
Your feedback is important to our Practice! Alfords Point Medical Practice aims to serve you the best way we can. We welcome your suggestions on how we can improve. Please feel free to talk to your Doctor, ask to speak to our Practice Manager or send an email to manager@alfordspointmedical.com.au
Alfords Point Medical Practice respects your privacy. Your medical record is a confidential document. It is the policy of this practice to maintain security of personal health information at all times and to ensure that this information is only available to authorised members of staff.