On 11 December, The Home Hill Surgery was thrilled to celebrate a milestone – their 10th anniversary – since the irrepressible and lovable, Dr Tata, has taken over the practice.
It has been an incredible journey, and one they couldn’t have done without the local community’s support, who’ve seen the practice go from one doctor, to two, to now six! Quite remarkable when you consider that most regional and rural areas are lucky to have one doctor, and even then that’s usually a locum – a temporary or visiting GP.
“It’s a passion and honour of mine, to practice,” Dr. Tata says when he discusses the centre’s 10th anniversary. He gave much thanks to his wife, family, and his other doctors, as well as his many supporters, presenting those in attendance with special awards for their support on the day.
Dr. Tata celebrating with friends and family. Photo: Mark T. Rasmussen
In the time since Dr. Tata took over the clinic, he’s not only been able to increase the number of doctors in the region from one to six, but brought on other practitioners, including the newly arrived physiotherapist, Joshi Kota, who has only been in the Burdekin area since early October.
Named a finalist for GP of Australia in 2019, along with being named the best GP in all of Queensland, it’s a testament to Dr. Tata and his Home Hill Surgery, long considered to be one of the friendliest general practices around.
The Home Hill Surgery also offers other services not found in other regional areas, including the new procedural room, which was opened by Dr Tata and Mayor Dalle Cort on the day. That now means patients can have some minor procedures taken care of, while still being close to home, and family and friends, rather than visit Townsville or travel to bigger hospitals much further away.
“We work like a small family here,” Dr Tata says. It’s something that is reiterated among not only his doctors and staff, but the wider community, with many grateful for Dr. Tata for not only taking over the surgery, but adding real value and quality service in a region that really needed it.
Many people came to join him and his staff for a special celebration to mark this significant occasion, as they looked back on the memories, honoured the achievements, while looking forward to many more exciting years ahead.
He also received hundreds of wonderful emails and video messages congratulating him on his 10th anniversary and continued success in the community, including from MP Dale Last.
Dr Tata perhaps summed up the occasion and mood best when he says, “We may be a small dot on the map, but we’re big on heart.”
Judging by the number of people in attendance, and the numerous video messages from key organisations and prominent positions within the Burdekin, it’s easy to see why.
For all your medical needs, go visit the Home Hill Surgery, on 67 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill, and check out the vast array of services on offer, as well as the new procedural room.
Dr. Tata thanks his family and supporters. Photo: Mark T. Rasmussen
Dr Tata with his wife Pavani Ganapathi, Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort, and his supporters, cut the 10th Anniversary cake. Photo: Mark T. Rasmussen
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