Types of Consults

Primary Care

Essential, accessible, community-based healthcare focusing on prevention and basic treatment.

Hypertension

High blood pressure, managed through lifestyle changes or medical intervention.

Diabetes Management

Monitoring blood sugar levels, lifestyle adjustments, and medication for effective control.

Minor Surgical Procedures

In-office medical interventions for small-scale issues, ensuring swift, efficient care.

Children’s Health

Holistic care tailored to young ones, focusing on growth, development, and well-being.

Skin Conditions

Diagnosis and treatment of various dermatological issues for optimal skin health.

Immunisations

Administering vaccines to bolster the immune system against preventable diseases.

Routine Checkups

Regular health examinations for early detection and prevention of potential issues.

Welcome to our surgery

Glenelg Medical Centre was operating on this site for more than 25 years with Dr. Virendra Solanki being the principal doctor for many of those years. We now have a new name, Glenelg Health Care. In June 2024, Dr. Solanki welcomes two doctors to our team. Dr. Belinda Washbourne and Dr. Michael Hamdan. Our doctors and practice nurse are highly experienced in all aspects of health care and strive to provide healthcare in a friendly and caring environment. We operate according to the guidelines set our by the Royal College of General Practitioners following a strict code of conduct.

We welcome new patients and will give our best service while striving to meet your health needs.

Our opening hours are 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday.

Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Viren Solanki

BSc., BMBS., MSc., PhD. MRACGP

Graduated in medicine from Flinders University of SA, followed by Ph.D degree in Carcinogenesis and tumor promotion.

He then persued a career in cancer research for several years as a National Academy research Fellow in the United States before returning back home to Australia.

Being a life member of the RACGP, he has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all aspects of General Practice and has now worked for over three decades in the beachside suburb of Glenelg.
His personal interests include travel, gardening, reading, walking and hiking.

Dr Belinda Washbourne

BSC (Hon), MD (Dist), FRACGP

Dr. Belinda Washbourne graduated with Distinction from Flinders University and is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Belinda enjoys the diversity of General Practice and has a special interest in Geriatric Medicine, Complex Chronic Disease Management, Endocrinology and Paediatrics. Belinda is also registered with the Palliative Care Shared Care programme and assists patients and their loved ones through end-of-life care. Belinda prides herself on her thorough, caring and friendly approach to patients and works closely with patients to help them manage their medical conditions.