Graham and Cheryl McNally have been fantastic doctors over the many years that I have been seeing…read morethem. So I imagine my complete surprise when I rang smart clinics at Taigum find out that they have retired. No notice no nothing. Very disappointed in SmartClinics Taigum

I am a nurse and someone who has chronic health issues so I am understand what makes a good doctor…read more I am thrilled to have found Taigum Central Medical Practice, there are 10+ doctors on staff and also practice based nurses. Recently they employed a physiotherapist and a dietitian works from the practice fortnightly. It is a one stop shop for all things health. I have always been able to get an appointment quickly, for example i phoned at 0805 this morning and I was sitting in my doctors office at 0900, now that is service! Of course you pay for what you get. Most appointments are $70 with a rebate from medicare for $35. The friendly receptionists are happy to process your rebate and have it sent directly to your bank account. I have seen a few people get bulk bill appointments, I guess it depends on circumstances. The waiting area is large and comfortable, with a small children's play area and a TV for us grown ups. The waiting room is almost always bursting at the seams but people are seen quickly and if there is a delay you can get a buzzer from the reception desk and go to the shops in the shopping centre. Mostly if they are running late it is only by 15 minutes. I for one am happy to wait because it means that if I am really unwell that I know the doctors will take the time with me and not rush to get on to the next patient. They also open late a couple of nights a week until 7pm for those who need to see a GP after work. Also they are open until 12pm on Saturdays for those who have become unwell over the weekend. If you need a referral to a specialist these GPs are fantastic and know of the best specialist in Brisbane to refer you on to. Parking is free and just out the front of the practice.

From the owner: Taigum Central Medical Practice offers a wide range of General Practice services.read more

Been my GP since the day I was born (literally). I obviously see a different doctor now as the…read moreoriginal GP retired many years ago. Always wonderful service, wouldn't dream of going anywhere else.

I went in to the pathology at 9am on a Monday morning and was surprised at how quiet it was. Only…read moreone person in before me, so the wait was the shortest I've ever experienced! Maybe it's because this isn't the only QML Pathology in Chermside, and there are more branches in nearby Aspley. They have a TV in the waiting area to make the wait more bearable, and there's about a dozen chairs in the waiting room. So they must get busy at some time during the day. There is also a dedicated parking area just outside of the Pathology entrance, for about 12 cars. There is a 2 hour limit on these parking spots.

I have grown up being led to believe that phlebotomists are not nice people. I've always been…read moreshepherded in and out with no pleasantries or niceties. The lady who I dealt with at Chermside QML was nothing like this and is exactly why they are getting 5 stars. I went in on a Sunday, and turned up right at 8am when they open. Lets talk about this for a second - they are open Sundays. I believe they are the only one this side of Brisbane who are. Which is why I was so surprised I was only one of two people waiting. When I got back in my car it was 8:06. That's how long it took her (who's name I wish I asked) to do all the paperwork and take my blood. Impressed. Plus she was lovely. Easy to talk to and in a good mood. Thank you! Brilliant. No longer will I dread going just because its not a nice environment. There are car parks out the front on Wallace St, but I'd suggest it may get full on weekdays. Obviously I'm happy with my experience with the staff and open Sundays is a bonus. If you're looking for a nicer experience and not just being a number I'd suggest Chermside QML on Wallace St (there's actually a few in Chernside!).