Specialist GPs, Dedicated to Aged Care
Compassionate
Supportive
Committed
Compassionate
Supportive
Committed
Our team of experienced General Practitioners specialises in providing compassionate, personalised medical care to residents in aged care facilities.
We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for older adults through regular visits, proactive health management, and close collaboration with nursing staff and families.
Philosphy, Vision and Mission
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is grounded in the belief that people living in aged care should be provided high-quality care which is achieved through accountability, proactive risk management, and sustained relationships
Our Vision
Our vision is to build a strong, sustainable organisation of dedicated GPs who specialise in aged care medicine and work collaboratively to continuously strengthen our service model.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide structured, accessible, and clinically robust medical care to residents in aged care facilities through dedicated, supportive and compassionate specialist GPs.
Experienced and Quality Healthcare
Dedicated GPs for Aged Care
Improve independance
Falls prevention
Promote wellness
Assessments and referrals
Medical Assessments
Pathology/radiology referrals
Specialists referrals
Collaborative Care
Residents and their family
Nursing and caring team
General Practitioners (GPs)
Our Team
Dr Rahul Verma
MBBS, DRANZCOG, FRACGP
Dr Rahul Verma is the Founder and Medical Director of GPs in Aged Care and a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
With over seven years’ experience in residential aged care across Victoria, he is dedicated to supporting older Australians and their families.
He understands that moving into aged care can be challenging, and believes families deserve clear communication, reassurance, and compassionate medical guidance.
Dr Verma manages complex conditions including dementia, frailty, chronic disease, and palliative care, focusing on comfort, continuity, and reducing unnecessary hospital transfers while ensuring dignity and respectful, high-quality care.
Neeru Samota
B.Sc Nursing, CDE, MSS, DipLeadMgt
Neeru Samota is the Clinical Operations Manager at GPs in Aged Care, bringing extensive nursing experience and a strong commitment to resident-centred care.
She oversees day-to-day operations, compliance, and coordination between GPs, aged care facilities, families, and allied health teams across Victoria.
Neeru ensures that clinical processes run smoothly, communication remains clear, and care delivery is organised and responsive.
With a background in aged care nursing, she understands the practical and emotional needs of residents and families.
Her focus is on professionalism, compassion, and maintaining high standards of safety, governance, and service excellence throughout the organisation.
Why "GPs in Aged Care"
Enhancing Independence
We empower residents to maintain their daily function, mobility, and decision-making through proactive, person-centred medical care.
Falls Prevention
Our team identifies and mitigates fall risks early with comprehensive assessments, medication reviews, and coordination with allied health.
Promoting Wellness
We take a holistic approach—a addressing physical, emotional, and social health—to support ageing with dignity and vitality.
Our Services
Primary Care
Personalised, compassionate medical care that supports the everyday health & wellbeing of older adults in aged care
Assessments
Thorough health checks to understand each resident’s needs and ensure they receive the right care and support.
Falls Prevention
By addressing individual risk factors through regular mobility assessments, environmental modifications, strength & balance exercises, & medication reviews
Scripts Management
Provision of prescriptions directly to preferred pharmacy, ensuring seamless and timely medication supply.
Case Conference
Collaborative meetings with care staff, residents, and families to review health needs and plan the best care together.
Referrals
Coordination of timely referrals to specialists, pathology, radiology, and allied health services to support comprehensive resident care
Telehealth
Phone Support for Nursing Staff
Telephonic consultations providing clinical advice and support to nursing staff for the residents when an in-person visit isn’t timely possible.
Articles & Resources
Explore evidence-based articles and practical resources to support best practices and clinical decision-making in aged care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GPs in Aged Care & who provides the care?
GPs in Aged Care is a dedicated medical service for residents in aged care homes, delivered by experienced, Australian-registered General Practitioners with a special interest in aged care.
How does a resident join this service?
Joining is easy—just like enrolling with a regular GP clinic. The only difference is, here the doctor comes to you instead of you going to the clinic.
How often do GPs visit, and what happens if a doctor isn’t available urgently?
Our GPs conduct regular in-person visits to facilities. If the GP is unavailable, we support nursing staff with timely telehealth or phone consultations when needed.
Do you handle prescriptions, referrals, and ongoing care?
Yes, we manage scripts (sent directly to pharmacies), chronic conditions, and referrals to specialists or allied health. Each resident is usually assigned a regular GP for continuity of care.
Can family members communicate with the GP?
Yes, with consent from the resident, we communicate with family via phone or participate in care conferences to ensure a collaborative approach.
Is the service bulk billed, and are after-hours options available?
All eligible services are bulk billed under Medicare. Special requests from family my incur additional fees which are not covered by medicare. After-hours needs are generally covered by locum services or the National Home Doctor Service if in -person visit from regular GP is not immediately possible.
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