Danila Dilba Biluru Butji Binnilutlum Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation, commonly known as Danila Dilba Health Service or just Danila Dilba, was established in 1991 and has its roots in the Darwin Aboriginal community. The community includes people living in the suburbs of Darwin and Palmerston, the Aboriginal town camps of Kulaluk, Minmarama Park, One Mile Dam, Knuckey's Lagoon and Fifteen Mile and homeless Aboriginal people living in temporary camps around Darwin.

The full name of the Medical Service, was given by Larrakia people, who are the traditional owners of Darwin. In their language, danila dilba is the dilly bag used to collect bush medicines and biluru butji binnilutlum means Aboriginal people getting better from sickness. The first clinic, was opened in 1991. Since 1992, Danila Dilba has been located at 32-34 Knuckey Street in Darwin City.

The Service employs 3 Medical Staff who have developed high level skills in cross cultural medicine and public health. Registrars work closely with Aboriginal Health Workers and Educators as part of the Service’s medical team.

Advanced and basic terms available. This position is especially suitable for registrars who plan to work in rural settings where there is a high proportion of Aboriginal patients. Preference will be given to rural registrars with a demonstrated interest in Aboriginal Health.

Dr Jessie Johnston (GP Supervisor) or
Director
32 Knuckey Street
Darwin NT 0800

GPO Box 2125
Darwin NT 0801

Phone: 08 8936 1717  Fax: 08 8941 3542

www.daniladilba.org.au/

Danila Dilba Medical Centre - Darwin City