Driver medical assessment in Carindale, explained on the spot.
A driver medical assessment in Carindale for commercial, heavy vehicle and standard licences, completed to the national fitness-to-drive standard. Your GP talks you through the outcome on the spot, so you know where you stand.
Understanding the outcome of your driver medical assessment
A driver medical assessment can lead to one of a few outcomes, and knowing them in advance takes away much of the worry. Most people are found fit to drive with no conditions. Some are fit to drive with conditions, such as wearing glasses, having regular reviews or driving only in daylight. Occasionally, a person needs further tests or a specialist report before a decision can be made, or is advised not to drive for a period.
At Carindale Doctors, your GP explains the outcome on the spot and the reasons behind it. If conditions apply, we’ll tell you exactly what’s needed to keep your licence, and if further information is required, we’ll arrange the next steps for you.
In short: Carindale Doctors provides driver medical assessments inside Westfield Carindale for commercial, heavy vehicle and car licences. Outcomes include fit to drive, fit with conditions, or further assessment needed, and your GP explains yours on the spot. Driver medicals are a private service.
- Fit to drive with no conditions
- Fit to drive with conditions
- Further tests or specialist reports
- Temporary non-driving periods explained
- Review dates set where needed
- Clear explanation before you leave
No surprises with your assessment
Our Carindale GPs believe you should never leave a driver medical unsure of the outcome. We’ll walk you through the standard that applies, how your health measures up and what happens next.
Learn more on our commercial driver medical page.
Conditions that may need extra information
These conditions often need extra reports or reviews:
- Diabetes: especially on insulin or tablets that cause low blood sugar.
- Heart conditions: after a heart attack, stents or arrhythmias.
- Epilepsy or blackouts: depending on time since the last episode.
- Vision conditions: such as glaucoma or cataracts.
Having one of these conditions doesn’t automatically mean you can’t drive.
What your assessment includes
Your assessment includes:
- Health questionnaire
- Vision and hearing tests
- Blood pressure and heart check
- Urine test
- Assessment against the right standard
- Forms completed where possible
Allow 30 to 45 minutes for your appointment.
How your assessment works
Our approach:
- Step 1, prepare: bring forms, glasses and specialist letters.
- Step 2, assess: tests and examination.
- Step 3, explain: outcome discussed on the spot.
- Step 4, next steps: paperwork completed or further tests arranged.
Driver medical assessment fees in Carindale
Driver medical assessments are a private service and aren’t covered by Medicare.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Private fee, confirmed when booking |
| Further tests | Billed separately if required |
| Billing | Private service, with the fee explained when you book |
| Payment | EFTPOS, credit card and cash accepted on the day |
Driver medical assessments in Carindale
Our clinic is inside Westfield Carindale on Level 1, next to Priceline and Centre Management, at Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road. It’s easy to reach by car via Creek Road or Old Cleveland Road, with centre parking available.
We assess drivers from Carina, Belmont, Mansfield, Wishart and Chandler.
- Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road
- Centre parking
- Bus interchange at the centre
- Drivers from Wishart and Chandler welcome
Inside Westfield
Carindale.
Next to Priceline & Centre Management
Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road, Carindale, QLD 4152
Centre parking, lift and step-free access, and an easy run from across Brisbane's southside — book a check-up around the rest of your day.
| Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7:30 — 17:00 |
| Tuesday, Thursday | 8:30 — 16:00 |
| Saturday, Sunday & public holidays | Closed |
Serving
Bring to your first visit
- Medicare card and any concession cards
- A list of your current medications
- Referral letters or recent results, if you have them
- Photo ID if you're a new patient
Driver medical assessment questions
Your GP will explain why and what you can do, which may include treatment and a later review.
You can drive, but with requirements such as regular reviews or wearing glasses.
Sometimes, for conditions like epilepsy or heart disease.
Allow 30 to 45 minutes.
Yes, we assess against both standards.
No, driver medicals are a private service.
Book your driver medical assessment
Explained on the spot at Westfield Carindale.
Speak to reception 07 3120 0990Talk to us about your care.
Call the practice during opening hours and our reception team will help, or book your appointment online any time.
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Phone07 3120 0990
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Fax07 3120 0991
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Opening hoursMonday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 — 17:00
Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30 — 16:00
Closed Saturday, Sunday & public holidays
In a medical emergency, call 000 immediately.
Rather speak to someone?
Call reception during opening hours, or book online any time.
Reception answers during opening hours. You can also email info@carindaledoctors.com.au.