Brisbane South State Secondary College has been selected to participate in the 'GPs in Schools Pilot'.
The Pilot is part of the Queensland Government's Student Wellbeing Package. The initiative is designed to make it easier for young people in Queensland schools to access the healthcare they need.
The Pilot has allowed us to set up a fit-for purpose clinic on our College grounds. This clinic provides our students with access to a General Practitioner every Thursday, during school terms.
BSSSC Clinic Staff
Our College's GP is Dr Dana Newcomb General Practitioner (GP).
Dr. Dana is a friendly and experienced doctor who works with UQ Health Service (hosted through the Cornwall Street Medical Centre) and is here every Thursday during the current year, to support students with their health and wellbeing.
Hours of Service
Our GP Clinic is open as follows:
- Before school;
- During break times;
- During school hours;
- After school.
What services will the GP provide?
Dr Dana is here to support student health whilst they are at school. She is not here to replace students' usual doctor, but she can help with:
- feeling stressed, anxious or overwhelmed;
- problems at home or school;
- managing health conditions like asthma or allergies;
- sexual health and contraception advice;
- Questions about nutrition, exercise, vaping, smoking or drug use;
- referrals to other health professionals if needed.
Will there be a cost for students to see the GP?
All visits to the GP will be provided at no cost to students or their families. Our GP visits are bulk-billed through Medicare. so it is important that students complete the electronic Registration Form and email it to:
If students are not eligible to access Medicare, the cost of the appointment will be covered by the college.
How are bookings made to see the General Practitioner?
For a general appointment, complete and return the Registration Form to GP@brisbanesouthssc.eq.edu.au.
Where Can I find further information?
More details about the program can be found by following the below links:
- Student Fact Sheet;
- Parent Fact Sheet.
If you have any questions or concerns about the College GP Clinic, please contact Sophie Board, GP Administration Officer, via email GP@brisbanesouthssc.eq.edu.au or by telephoning 3013 5777.