Driver medicals, done properly.
Heavy vehicle and commercial licence medicals completed to the national Assessing Fitness to Drive standard, along with the driver medical Carindale drivers need for a standard car licence, with same-visit paperwork wherever possible.
Commercial driver licence medicals
Holding a heavy vehicle, commercial or public passenger licence means meeting the medical standards set out in the national Assessing Fitness to Drive guidelines. Our GPs conduct these assessments on-site, checking vision, hearing, cardiovascular health and other factors relevant to your licence class, and complete the required paperwork at the end of your visit wherever possible. We also conduct the standard driver medical Carindale residents need for a car licence application, renewal or older driver assessment, alongside our commercial and heavy vehicle checks.
- Assessed to the national Assessing Fitness to Drive standard
- Covers heavy vehicle, bus and other commercial licence classes
- Vision, hearing and general health checked in one visit
- Paperwork completed and provided on the day where possible
- Suitable for new applications and periodic renewals
- A fee-for-service assessment, as it is work-related rather than Medicare-funded
- Standard car licence medicals also available, not just commercial classes
During your assessment
Your GP works through a standard checklist covering your medical history, current medications, vision and hearing, blood pressure, and any conditions that could affect safe driving. Bring your glasses or hearing aids if you use them, so you are tested as you would actually be driving.
If a further test or specialist opinion is needed, such as a vision or sleep study referral, your GP will explain why and arrange it, and can usually still complete the parts of the form that do not depend on it.
Booking your medical
Bring the correct form for your licence type, either one your employer or licensing authority has given you or one you have downloaded yourself. If you are not sure which form applies, mention it when you book and reception can help you check.
- Bring the correct assessment form for your licence class
- Bring glasses, hearing aids or other aids you normally use
- Bring a list of current medications and medical conditions
- Let reception know if this is a renewal or a new application
- Allow extra time if a vision or hearing test is required
Because we are a full general practice, any follow-up such as blood pressure management or a referral for further testing can usually be handled in the same visit or a quick follow-up, rather than starting again somewhere else.
After your assessment
Your GP lets you know at the end of the appointment whether you have met the standard, whether further tests are needed, or whether any conditions apply to your licence. Keep a copy of the completed form for your own records as well as for your employer or licensing authority.
- You will be told the outcome at the end of your appointment
- Any conditions or restrictions are explained clearly
- A copy of the completed form is provided for your records
- Renewal timing depends on your licence class and age
If your circumstances change, such as a new diagnosis or medication, it is worth checking with your GP whether it affects your licence conditions before your next renewal is due.
- Set your own renewal reminder, as we do not always receive notice from the licensing authority
- Medical records are kept with your file for future assessments
- The same GP can complete future renewals for continuity
- Contact reception if your licensing authority requests more information
Commercial driver medicals are one of more than twenty services available at Carindale Doctors alongside your everyday GP care, so your regular health checks and your licence medical can often be coordinated together.
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 |
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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
Questions drivers ask us most
Yes, these assessments take longer than a standard consultation. Let reception know when booking so enough time is set aside.
No, driver and commercial licence medicals are fee-for-service and are not covered by Medicare, as they are not related to treating an illness.
Bring the correct form for your licence class, photo ID, a list of your current medications, and any glasses or hearing aids you normally use.
Your GP will explain any conditions or restrictions that apply and what further tests or reviews might help, rather than simply failing the assessment.
Yes, we also complete medicals for taxi, rideshare and other passenger transport driver authorisations.
This depends on your licence class, age and any existing conditions. Your GP will tell you when your next review is due at the end of your appointment.
Yes. Beyond commercial and heavy vehicle assessments, we provide the driver medical Carindale drivers need for standard car licence applications, renewals and older driver checks.
Due for your driver licence medical?
Request a time online in under a minute and we will confirm the right appointment length for you.
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.