See a great doctor in Kippax today
Access affordable healthcare in Kippax. Book online now and reserve your appointment with one of our five great GPs.
NHC members can bulk bill their appointment and access a broad range of medical procedures, including preventative health checks and minor surgeries.
For non-members, you can have a Standard GP appointment for $70. You will have the opportunity to join as a member when you attend the clinic.
Getting to the NHC Kippax (Holt) Medical Centre
The NHC Kippax is based in the Kippax Fair Shopping Centre at Kippax Shops, directly opposite The Coffee Club. As it’s a larger shopping complex there is a lot of available parking, with the R2, 40, 44 and 45 buses stopping nearby if you’re arriving via public transport.
Opening hours
You can see one of our great doctors at the following times
| Monday | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Saturday | 12:00pm - 6:00pm |
NHC Kippax (Holt) Medical Centre
Kippax Fair Shopping Centre, Hardwick Crescent, Holt ACT, AustraliaKippax (Holt) services and clinicians
We have 5 great GPs at our Kippax Clinic. As well as general health, our team has expertise in a range of areas including:
- Family and children’s health
- Flu shots and vaccinations
- Women’s and Men’s health
- Preventative health checks including skin checks, asthma and diabetes
- Aged care
- Indigenous health
- Minor Surgeries, wound care and occupational assessments
- Mental Health Care Plans
Dr Adenike Balogun
Adenike commenced her work at the National Health Co-op as a registered General Practitioner in 2017, following extensive work experience and training in Nigeria.
Prior to joining the National Health Co-op, Adenike practiced as a GP at Oke Ado Hospital in Nigeria.
Adenike obtained her medical degree from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology in Nigeria. She obtained a Diploma in Child Health from the University of Sydney, Australia. Adenike also holds an AMC certificate.
AREAS OF PARTICULAR INTEREST: Children’s Health, Women’s Health, Skin Checks.
Dr Saheed Jimoh
Dr Saheed commenced his work at the National Health Co-op as a registered General Practitioner in 2017. Following extensive work experience and training at University of Lagos, Nigeria and University of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa.
Prior to joining the National Health Co-op, Saheed practiced as a General Practitioner at the Department of Health in South Africa.
Saheed obtained his medical degree from the University of Lagos in Nigeria.
Saheed is also a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Dr Bright Odubenu
Bright commenced his work at the National Health Co-op as a registered General Practitioner in 2018, following extensive work experience and training in Nigeria and Grenada.
Prior to joining the National Health Co-op, Bright practiced as a General Practitioner in Nigeria and in the Caribbean.
Bright obtained his medical degree from the University of Port Harcourt in Nigeria. He is also a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
AREAS OF PARTICULAR INTEREST: Aged Care, Children’s Health, Indigenous Health.
Dr Kingsley Okolie
Kingsley commenced his employment with the National Health Co-op as a registered General Practitioner in 2011, following extensive work experience and training in Nigeria and West Indies.
Prior to joining the National Health Co-op, Dr. Kingsley practiced as a family and emergency physician at Alexandra Hospital, Nevis, in West Indies.
Kingsley obtained his medical degree from Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Nigeria, where he graduated as valedictorian of the Faculty of Medicine. He also obtained a Master’s Degree in Diabetes and Endocrinology from William Harvey Institute, Queen Mary University, London. In addition to this he has completed his MRCP (UK) certificate (SCE) in Diabetes & Endocrinology and is also a member of the Endocrine Society of Australia.
Kingsley is also a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and holds an AMC certificate.
AREAS OF PARTICULAR INTEREST: Aged Care, Diabetes Education and Management. Please note that Kingsley doesn’t perform Skin Checks, these are best booked with another practitioner.
Dr Lakshika Wijemanna
Dr Lakshika is currently on extended leave.
Lakshika commenced her work at the National Health Co-op as a registered General Practitioner in 2013, following extensive work experience and training in Sri Lanka.
Prior to joining the National Health Co-op, Lakshika practiced as a Medical Officer in Sri Lanka.
Lakshika obtained her medical degree from the University of Peradeniya in Sri Lanka.
Lakshika is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and holds an AMC certificate. Lakshika has also completed the Sydney Child Health Program, certificate in skin cancer surgery and certificate in clinical procedures with Healthcert Australia .
AREAS OF PARTICULAR INTEREST: Mental Health, Paediatrics, Women’s Health, Skin Checks, Chronic Disease Management.
Sam Payne
Sam commenced his work at the National Health Co-op as a Physiotherapist and Accredited Exercise Physiologist in August 2017.
Sam obtained a Bachelor of Human Movement (Exercise Rehabilitation) undergraduate degree at Charles Stuart University in 2008 and completed a Master of Physiotherapy degree at the University of Canberra in 2011. He also completed a Graduate Certificate of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at LaTrobe University in 2015, and has worked as both a Physiotherapist and Accredited Exercise Physiologist within Canberra and the Mid-North Coast for over 6 years.
Sam has extensive experience managing and treating various problems including back and neck pain, lumbo-pelvic pain, sports injuries and migraine / headaches. He is trained in spinal physiotherapy, dry needling, clinical pilates, kinesiology taping, exercise prescription and specialised migraine headache physiotherapy.
Patricia Bibby
Patricia commenced her work at the National Health Co-op as a Practice Nurse in 2016.
Dr Adenike Balogun
General Practitioner
Dr Saheed Jimoh
General Practitioner
Dr Bright Odubenu
General Practitioner
Dr Kingsley Okolie
General Practitioner
Dr Lakshika Wijemanna
General Practitioner
Sam Payne
Physiotherapist & Exercise Physiologist
Patricia Bibby
Practice Nurse
Looking for allied health services such as psychology and physiotherapy? These are available at other NHC locations and bulk billed to members with a valid Medicare Card.
Our Covid Precautions
Patient safety and comfort is never compromised at the NHC. During the COVID-19 pandemic we’re working closely with Government to continue to offer our services without putting the community at risk.
Centre Safety Precautions
- Social distancing is strictly applied within our reception and clinical areas, in line with the latest Government advice.
- Masks and hand sanitiser are readily available for patients when they arrive.
- Telehealth appointments are available for those who would prefer not to attend the clinic in person.
Consider Telehealth
Telehealth is a great way to get medical advice from the comfort of your own home. Due to the pandemic, there are certain patients who we strongly advise not to attend the clinic in person. Please book for Telehealth if you have;
- COVID symptoms and are yet to receive a negative test result.
- Returned from overseas in the last 14 days.
- Visited a COVID hotspot in the last 14 days.
Looking for a bulk billing doctor in Kippax?
If you are looking for a bulk billing doctor in Kippax, you have come to the right place. We offer a range of bulk billed services for members, with just a small selection of detailed procedures incurring a cost.
This means that when you sign up for an NHC membership you will be able to see a bulk billing doctor when you need to, all year round. This is great value for Canberra families, students, seniors and individuals and includes access to the NHC Kippax as well as our other locations in the ACT and Yass.
Bulk Billing healthcare in the ACT and Yass
We provide bulk billed GP services to members at our 9 clinics across the ACT and Yass. This covers standard GP appointments, health checks and many vaccinations, with just a few detailed procedures incurring an out of pocket cost. Non-members can access standard GP appointments for $70.
Affordable family healthcare
Unlimited bulk-billed healthcare for you and your family all year round as a member.
Bulk billed by appointment
Forget long wait times, get access to a bulk billed GP at a time that suits you.
More than a doctor
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