Dr James Lam | GP | Bupa Medical Centres

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Experience and approach

Dr Lam is an experienced general practitioner with nearly 20 years of clinical experience across hospital and community settings. His background includes emergency medicine, general and plastic surgery, paediatrics and skin cancer care, bringing a broad and practical foundation to his work in general practice.

He has a strong interest in general medicine, family medicine and diabetes management, as well as paediatrics, women’s and men’s health and mental health. Dr Lam supports patients at every stage of life, from children and families to adults and older patients, helping manage both everyday concerns and ongoing health conditions.

Dr Lam takes a calm, patient‑centred approach, focusing on clear, respectful communication and continuity of care. He works closely with patients to provide thoughtful, personalised support that helps them manage their health with confidence over time.

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Fees

Here’s a guide to the fees and costs for some of Dr Lam’s common appointment types.

Consultation type	Fee	Medicare rebate	Out-of-pocket cost
Standard (less than 20 min)	$85	$43.90	$41.10
Long (20-40 min)	$130	$43.90	$86.10
Phone consult	$85	$43.90	$41.10
Skin cancer check	$85	$43.90	$41.10

Consultation type	Fee	Medicare rebate	Out-of-pocket cost
Standard (less than 20 min)	$90 – $140	$43.90	$46.10 – $96.10
Long (20-40 min)	$140	$84.90	$55.10
Phone consult	$90	$43.90	$46.10
Skin cancer check	$160	$43.90	$116.10

Consultation type	Fee	Medicare rebate	Out-of-pocket cost
Standard (less than 20 min)	$85	$43.90	$41.10
Long (20-40 min)	$130	$43.90	$86.10
Phone consult	$85	$43.90	$41.10
Skin cancer check	$85	$43.90	$41.10

Consultation type	Fee	Medicare rebate	Out-of-pocket cost
Standard (less than 20 min)	$90 – $140	$43.90	$46.10 – $96.10
Long (20-40 min)	$140	$84.90	$55.10
Phone consult	$90	$43.90	$46.10
Skin cancer check	$160	$43.90	$116.10