Whether you're a taxi or Uber driver, hold a commercial driver licence, are managing diabetes, or hold a motor racing or recreational pilot licence — we offer single-visit driving medicals with prompt licensing-board reporting. Private fee applies; paid on the day.
Botanic Ridge Doctors is a bulk-billed family medical clinic with onsite Allied Health, located in Botanic Ridge Village. Our team includes experienced GPs, practice nurses, and a network of visiting specialists.
Standard GP consultations are bulk billed for all eligible Medicare patients. Walk-ins are accommodated where possible.
Taxi, Uber, Ola, Didi, Shebah and DiDi rideshare medicals. National Heavy Vehicle Driver Medical (NHVDM) where required.
HC, MC, MR, LR licences, public bus, dangerous goods (DG) and heavy combination drivers. Full Austroads-compliant assessment.
Annual or biennial assessment for licence retention. HbA1c, eye check, hypoglycaemia history. Conditional licence support.
CAMS, MA, FIA medicals for circuit racing, rally, drag, off-road and motorsport competition.
RPL/RAA recreational pilot certificates and drone-operator medicals.
For full DAME aviation medicals (commercial pilot Class 1, private pilot Class 2, ATC Class 3) we provide referrals to a CASA-approved DAME.
Drivers licence medicals are required by VicRoads for older drivers, commercial drivers, and drivers with certain medical conditions. Allow 30 minutes.
Bring the VicRoads form provided to you. Reception can advise which appointment length is needed.
Your GP reviews medical history, medications that affect driving, and any prior incidents.
Vision test, blood pressure, neurological examination as relevant, and cardiac assessment for some commercial categories.
Your GP completes the form. Most are returned to you on the day. Some require additional investigation and follow-up.
Drivers licence medicals are required for:
Drivers licence medicals are not Medicare rebatable for the assessment itself. Fee depends on the medical type (private driver vs commercial). Reception will quote at booking. Bring your form, glasses, current medications and any prior medical reports.
Bulk-billed consultations for eligible Medicare patients. Some procedures may attract a private fee — please contact reception to confirm costs at booking. Open 7 days, walk-ins accommodated where possible.
Important: The information on this page is general health information only. It is not a substitute for personalised medical advice from a qualified health practitioner. Outcomes vary between individuals — your GP will assess your specific situation and recommend the right approach for you. If you have urgent symptoms, please call 000 or attend your nearest emergency department.
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