Preventative Health Checks in Sydney

Paul is an experienced registered Medical Practitioner, a registered Naturopath with Naturopaths and Herbalists Association of Australia and a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, a recognition of his experience and qualifications in a holistic approach to wellness. Following his medical training Paul completed a Naturopathic degree at Southern School of Natural Therapies in 2007 which opened his eyes to a more holistic functional and individualised approach to health, including the use of herbal medicine and the activation of each persons self healing capacities. He also specialises in COPD.

Linda Terlikar-Legras helps women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond navigate perimenopause and menopause.

Karen Johnson is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and owner of Hunter Dietetics, she is passionate about lifestyle medicine and helping clients improve their health through nutrition, activity, sleep, and stress management.

Dr. Jennifer Hunter is an adjunct associate professor at the NICM Health Research Institute and an academic general practitioner with over 20 years of clinical integrative medicine experience. Her research interests span health services research, translational research, and health policy. Dr. Hunter employs both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Key topics of interest include integrative medicine, traditional and complementary medicine, patient outcomes, wellness, and scientific philosophy and methodologies 1.

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Dr. Anna Mullins is a passionate general practitioner (GP) who completed her medical training at the University of Queensland. She offers a full range of general practice services and enjoys caring for patients of all ages. Her special interests include cardiovascular medicine, diabetes, infectious diseases, and women's health.

Desre Arnold is a Registered Nurse and a Natural Health Practitioner based in Auckland. She specializes in Hemaview Analysis and Nutrition. Dr Arnold promotes preventive measures and holistic approaches to health. Her commitment to patient care is reflected in her practice 4.

Dr. Nicholas Ho is a psychiatrist trained in Sydney and Perth, with expertise in general psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and medicolegal reporting. A graduate of the University of Melbourne, he is accredited as a permanent impairment assessor under AMA 4th Edition guidelines. Dr. Ho is dedicated to a holistic, trauma-informed approach to care, focusing on the impact of trauma on mental health. He works at a public community clinic in Perth and contributes to ADHD-BED Integrated® with his detailed assessments for ADHD diagnosis. In his free time, Nick enjoys exploring new local eateries.

Dr. Tri Cao acquired her Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Adelaide in 1996. She has extensive experience and is highly capable of managing a variety of cases. Dr. Cao has a special interest in Musculoskeletal Medicine and Skin Lesion Removal. She is multilingual, fluent in both English and Vietnamese2.

Dr. Bhavanishankar is a Sydney-based psychiatrist with over five years of experience running a multispecialty practice and working in telehealth. He specialises in a wide range of psychiatric disorders, using a holistic and comprehensive approach to care. Trained in CBT, mindfulness, and meditation, he has worked in crisis management, early intervention for youth, and rehabilitation services. He completed his MRCPsych in the UK in 2007 and his FRANZCP in Australia in 2012. Dr. Bhavanishankar also contributes to the Royal Flying Doctor Service and collaborates with healthcare teams to support patient recovery and well-being.

Dr. Emma Gilchrist practices as a GP in Kiama, New South Wales. Her focus areas include general practice, women‚'s health, and infertility.,women‚'s health, fertility

Ricardo is a psychiatrist with nearly 20 years of experience, including 15 years in Australia. Originally from El Salvador, he completed advanced training in adolescent psychiatry at Orygen Youth Health in Melbourne, specialising in early intervention for young people. He has worked extensively in public mental health with Melbourne Health and Northern Health and has been in private practice on the Mornington Peninsula since 2013. Ricardo focuses on adolescent and general adult psychiatry, offering both face-to-face and telehealth consultations. In his free time, he enjoys mountain biking and trail running.

Dr. Khanbhai is a consultant psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in public and private psychiatry. He graduated from the University of Queensland, gained further experience in the UK, and completed his formal training at Sydney Central Health District. Specialising in complex psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, substance misuse, and schizophrenia, he has a keen interest in forensic psychiatry, particularly in criminal and medicolegal assessments. Currently, Dr. Khanbhai practices in Sydney and directs an inpatient psychiatric unit in regional NSW. He is known for his empathetic, evidence-based approach and dedication to personalised patient care.

Dr. Ravinda Chandrasekera is a Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry with specialist qualifications from both Australia (FRANZCP) and the UK (MRCPsych). Trained in Sri Lanka, Australia, and the UK, he has experience in Consultation Liaison, Rehabilitation, and Adult Psychiatry, as well as expertise in areas like old-age psychiatry, psychotherapy, forensic psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and addictions. He is skilled in managing neurodiverse conditions, including ADHD and ASD. Dr. Chandrasekera is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care based on the latest evidence and values professionalism and respect in his practice.

Emma Strutt is an Australian Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist. She earned her Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of the Sunshine Coast. Emma passionately advocates the benefits of plant-based nutrition through her private practice work and The Lentil Intervention podcast. She is also a qualified yoga teacher and a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine5.

Dr. Kishore is a consultant psychiatrist with over 16 years of experience, specialising in mood disorders, adult ADHD, eating disorders, and anxiety disorders. He earned his Master’s in Psychiatry from NIMHANS, Bangalore, and has been practising in Australia since 2010. A Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, he is well-regarded for his work in both public and private sectors. Dr. Kishore is also dedicated to teaching and supervising psychiatric trainees and serves as an examiner for Monash University. His approach focuses on patient-centred care, prioritising recovery and quality of life.

Dr. Zakareia is a consultant psychiatrist with qualifications in general adult psychiatry from Egypt, Qatar, and Australia, and advanced training in child and adolescent psychiatry from New South Wales. He is experienced in various psychotherapy modalities, including CBT, DBT, MBT, ACT, and Family Therapy, and is currently completing his RANZCP Advanced Certificate in Psychotherapy. Dr. Zakareia has held leadership roles in public health, including head of a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service and clinical lead for a Youth Eating Disorder Service. With a strong focus on a developmental perspective and expertise in ASD assessment, he also has interests in pharmacogenomics and nutritional psychiatry. He is known for his collaborative and empathetic approach, which forms the foundation of his evidence-based practice.

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Dr. Jaspreet Saini is a specialist general practitioner with extensive experience providing personalised and whole-person health care. His interests include sports medicine, child health, lifestyle medicine, pregnancy care, men‚'s health, women‚'s health, chronic conditions (such as diabetes), and minor surgery. Dr. Saini is passionate about mental health and takes a compassionate and patient-centreed approach to care 5.

As a Clinical & Health Psychologist, I am trained under the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) model. I have an interest in the natural therapies, take a holistic view of emotional wellbeing, and I have an integrated eclectic therapeutic style. I have a degree in the Behavioural Sciences (Psychology) with Honours and I completed my Doctor of Health Psychology in 2012 at La Trobe University. I am a Fellow Member of the Australian Psychological Society‚'s Clinical and Health Colleges, and I am a registered Psychologist with A.P.H.P.R.A. I have a long history in human resources, training, occupational rehabilitation, and health psychology at a leading general hospital. My doctoral thesis explored the use of motivational strategies to support effective health behaviour change. I also completed additional training through Deakin University to provide Clinical Psychology Services. I have been in private practice since 2004 and I draw on evidence-based strategies to treat a range of emotional imbalances, including helping clients to change their unhealthy habits and self-defeating behaviours. The work I do with clients is to inspire them to grow their potential and live a meaningful, balanced life. I educate and provide strategies to help them challenge their self-limiting beliefs, nurture their strengths, and learn to live by their principal values. In doing so, I help clients to bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be. In collaborating with my clients to achieve a balanced sense of self, we work towards attaining a healthy mind and a healthy body. We also explore what‚'s possible in realising a purposeful, fully self-expressed life.

Dr. Rodney Lopez, MBBS (USyd), GradCertNutriMed (RMIT), has passionately created the Activ8Health platform over six years. His mission is to provide cutting-edge, personalised, precision nutrition to patients.

Dr. Joel Killey is a psychiatrist based in Sydney with extensive experience across regional New South Wales, remote Western Australia, and leading an intensive psychiatric unit. With qualifications in Agriculture, Medicine, and Health Administration, he combines his diverse expertise to focus on ADHD, mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and First Episode Psychosis. Dr. Killey’s research in horticultural therapy earned him the Connell Werry Prize in 2018, and he actively contributes to the RANZCP Faculty of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. His practice emphasizes a family-centered approach and the connection between neurodiversity and mental health.

Dr. Annelize Prinsloo is a Clinical Psychologist who believes in a collaborative approach to mental health. She combines various therapeutic modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Dr. Prinsloo‚'s experience spans both New Zealand and South Africa, and she emphasises resilience and holistic well-being2.

Dr. Kieran Kennedy is a general adult psychiatrist with a holistic and compassionate approach to mental health care. Originally from New Zealand and trained in Melbourne, he specializes in adult psychiatry with a focus on Adult ADHD. Known for his empathetic style, Dr. Kennedy works to create a supportive environment for all patients. Beyond his clinical practice, he is an advocate for mental health in media and corporate settings and is passionate about fitness and well-being.

Dr Jonathan Gillies has been working as a GP in Melbourne, including work in public health, sports medicine, addiction medicine, university teaching and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing for the last 10 years. He completed MBBS at Monash University in 2012 and commenced GP training in 2016. He has completed a diploma in Women’s Health, diploma in Children’s Health, Master in Public Health and Tropical Medicine, and holds Fellowship of the RACGP.

With more than two decades of experience, Dr Shamistra am an Integrative General Practitioner dedicated to assisting women in discovering effective solutions for managing various health concerns. Her expertise spans weight management, imbalances in female hormones, gut issues, anxiety, depression, chronic diseases, and fatigue.

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After Dr. Wolf Kremer graduated from the University of Cologne in 2002, he trained in anaesthesiology at Tulane University in New Orleans and Brigham and Women‚'s Hospital (Harvard University) in Boston. Initially focused on cardiovascular and thoracic anaesthesia, Dr. Wolf Kremer later worked in critical care in Europe before moving to New Zealand in 2012. There, He specialised further in cardiothoracic anaesthesia and critical care. Now, as a consultant anaesthetist in a rural hospital, He has come to appreciate the importance of nutrition in promoting better health and a sustainable healthcare system.

Dr. Navkiran Kaur is a Holistic Health Practitioner based in Nelson, New Zealand. She empowers women to nourish themselves with nutrition and achieve overall balance across wellness pillars. Her expertise lies in restorative health care, nourishment for nurses, workplace health training, and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Kaur offers individual health coaching, wellness programs, workshops, and more. She also has a special interest in womenís health and is a certified MS-2 Step provider for Medical Termination of Pregnancy

I am a GP working in a multidisciplinary team managing patients with Obesity working on medical management and patients who have had bariatric surgery. I am passionate about the role lifestyle medicine can have in managing chronic disease including Obesity and it‚'s comorbidities.

Dr. Ahmad Hilli is an Integrative GP Anaesthetist with qualifications including MBBS FRACGP JCCA MFM DRANZCOG AMAC (part-1) and Board Certification in Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM).

Dr. Preeti Nair is an Australian-based GP. She is proficient in English, Hindi, Malayalam, and Urdu. Her expertise lies in the field of rheumatology, and she provides holistic care to her patients. Dr. Nair has a special interest in women‚'s health, child health, palliative care, minor surgical procedures, and chronic disease management.

Dr. Robert McCartney is a physician specialising in Occupational and Environmental Medicine for over 20 years. His qualifications include MBBS, FAFOEM, ABIME, and Grad Dip OH&S. Dr. McCartney has been an adjunct associate professor at Griffith University School of Human Services and Social Work. His career goal is to maximise the health, well-being, and productivity of working people.

Marcia Owen is the founder of Living Medicine, and has worked in the fields of education, health and well-being for 20+ years presenting retreats, workshops, programs and sessions for individuals, groups and organisations in Australia and internationally.