Fitzroy & Fitzroy North's Local Medical Centres

Providing care in Fitzroy for over 30 years.

Online bookings open in HotDoc. Vaccination and care plan appointments are booked by phone.

Clinicare waiting area with red armchairs, a timber coffee table and the reception desk beyond

Comprehensive, Compassionate Healthcare

Established over 30 years ago, CLINICARE is a trusted medical centre with practices in Fitzroy and Fitzroy North, offering a wide range of general practice services, including travel, skin, cosmetic, sexual, and mental health. We provide holistic, personalised care focused on the well-being of our patients.

Our Mission
CLINICARE provides exceptional healthcare with dignity, compassion, and respect, ensuring everyone receives the highest quality care.
Our Expert Team
Our experienced GPs focus on proactive disease prevention, providing the highest standard of care with a holistic approach.
Personalized Care
We prioritize your health and well-being, diagnosing and managing illness with a personalized approach. Find the right GP today.

Founded in 1992, Clinicare was established by Dr. Patrick O'Sullivan, who, alongside his skilled team, provides comprehensive, patient-centered care. Our Practice

Medical Services

Our medical centre offers a variety of services to support your health and well-being, including care for mental health, chronic conditions, sexual health, and more. We provide comprehensive care across all stages of life, with a focus on both traditional and holistic treatments.

GP Services

Health Services

Specialty Health Services

On-site pathology and blood collection services, provided by our expert partners at 4cyte Pathology.

Cosmetic & Therapies

Dr Ovida Vipulaguna

Non-Invasive Cosmetic Appointments with Dr Ovida Vipulaguna, General Practitioner and Cosmetic Physician.

Our Fees

At Clinicare, we are a private billing practice, which means there is an out-of-pocket cost for consultations. We understand that managing healthcare expenses is important, so have outlined the cost, rebate and out-of-pocket expenses for you below.

We accept all major credit cards, debit cards, and cash and can process all your Medicare claims online so your rebate will be directly deposited into your nominated Medicare registered account.

See all fees, including women's health, mental health care plans and procedures
Routine Hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Appointment TypeFeeRebateOut-of-Pocket Cost
Standard up to 15mins$100$43.90$56.10
Long up to 30mins$170$84.90$85.10
Extended longer than 30mins$245$125.10$119.90
Concession (Health Care/Pension Cardholders)
Appointment TypeFeeRebateOut-of-Pocket Cost
Standard up to 15mins$83$43.90$39.10
Long up to 30mins$138$84.90$53.10
Extended longer than 30mins$192$125.10$66.90
  • $10 before 9am and after 5pm, Monday – Friday.
  • $5 New Patient Registration fee (one-time, first visit).
  • A surcharge applies to all card payments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your clinic

On-Site Pathology Collection

We offer a walk-in pathology service at both our clinics during the following times:

Clinicare Fitzroy

  • Tuesday 8.30am – 11am
  • Thursday 8.30am – 11am

Clinicare North Fitzroy

  • Monday 8.30am – 11am
  • Wednesday 8.30am – 11am
  • Friday 8.30am – 11am

Typically, you can expect the results to come back within 3-5 business days. Urgent results are generally available within 24 hours.

Parking & Access

Clinicare Fitzroy

For Fitzroy patient, paid parking is available on Smith Street and 1 hour free parking can also be found on surrounding streets. The entry is via Webb St.

Clinicare North Fitzroy

For North Fitzroy patients, 1 hour free parking is available on St Georges Road as well as on adjacent streets.

Yes, both clinics accommodate wheelchair access from the street as well as throughout the clinic.

Appointment Types

Vaccination appointments cannot be booked online, please give us a call to book an appointment. Care plan appointments must be booked by reception, please give us a call to make an appointment.

All requests for prescriptions and referrals require a Telehealth or face-to-face appointment.

Telehealth Appointments

Telehealth appointments at Clinicare are GP appointments over the phone. We do not offer video Telehealth appointments. You do not need to phone the clinic for your Telehealth appointment, the GP will call you.

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Our Team

Smith Street Fitzroy Team

  • Dr Patrick O'Sullivan

    Dr Patrick O'Sullivan

    Principal General Practitioner

  • Dr Ovida Vipulaguna

    Dr Ovida Vipulaguna

    General Practitioner and Cosmetic Physician

  • Dr Cemira Mairaj

    General Practitioner

  • Dr Martin Bird

    General Practitioner

  • Alexia Akamatis

    Alexia Akamatis

    Registered Nurse

  • Barbara Peterson

    Registered Nurse

Fitzroy North Team

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