Dr Helen Maccallum

Dr Helen Maccallum is a Geriatrician (Aged Care Specialist) working at Hunter Geriatrics in Shortland, NSW. She sees patients at 20 Mawson Street, Shortland 2307, and her clinic is part of the local health community that serves older Australians in the Hunter region. Her role focuses on the health and well‑being of seniors, with a strong emphasis on careful, person‑centered care for aging minds and bodies.

Dr Maccallum offers practical services that matter to many families in NSW, such as annual wellness exams for seniors, medication management for elderly patients, fall risk assessments, memory screenings for seniors, and chronic disease management for older adults. These services help older adults stay safe, active, and independent for as long as possible. The care she provides is designed to be easy to understand and easy to access, so patients and their families can feel confident about decisions that affect daily life and long‑term health.

In her everyday practice, Dr Maccallum prioritizes clear communication and respectful listening. She aims to build trust with each patient by taking time to explain conditions, review medicines, and plan next steps together. Her approach supports seniors in managing multiple health issues without feeling overwhelmed. She also places importance on memory health, helping families spot early signs of change and guiding them to appropriate tests and supports when needed.

Dr Maccallum works with a team that understands the needs of older adults in the Shortland and greater Newcastle area. She believes that good healthcare comes from collaboration among doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and carers, and she supports ongoing learning to keep her practice up‑to‑date with the best evidence. She stays engaged with the local community in NSW, offering steady, reliable care that families can count on.

Patients and carers in the Hunter region can trust Dr Helen Maccallum for skilled, compassionate geriatric care. With her focus on safety, medication oversight, memory and wellness checks, and chronic disease planning, she builds a solid reputation for expertise and dependable support in aged care.