Preventative Health Checks in Sydney

Dr. Ann Edwards worked as a solo rural GP in South Taranaki for 17 years before moving to New Plymouth. She has a special interest in cardiology and enjoys training and mentoring medical students. Outside of work, she looks after her three young children and enjoys good coffee, reading, and staying active.

Dr. Raghav is a leading neurologist and researcher. He is an Associate Professor at RMIT University and Senior Lecturer at Monash University. He Specialises in Movement Disorders, including Parkinson's disease and tremors. Actively conducts research at both universities, with publications in prestigious medical journals.

Having worked as a Chiropractor in private practice for over 20 years I have extensive experience on using a holistic approach to improve my clients health. I have now expanded my services to include Health Coaching so as to share my Lifestyle Medicine knowledge and assist my clients to create healthy habits for life.

Dr. Danielle Quittner is a warm, approachable, and skilled obstetrician and gynaecologist. She specialises in pregnancy and birth care, ranging from low-risk to complex pregnancies. Dr. Quittner supports various birth preferences, including low-intervention birth, elective caesarean section, vaginal birth after caesarean section (VBAC), and vaginal twin delivery. She is committed to patient education and holistic care.

Dr. Catherine McGettigan is a General Practitioner (GP) practicing at Glenorie District Medical Centre. She has a lot of experience in paediatrics and emergency medicine. Dr. McGettigan particularly focuses on child and adolescent mental health.

Dr. Bradley Ng is a consultant psychiatrist with interests in adult and old age psychiatry. He trained as a Fellow of the Royal and Australian New Zealand College of Psychiatrists in both New Zealand and Australia. Dr. Ng has an interest in various conditions, including cognitive disorders, dementia, depression, anxiety, and chronic pain.

Robyn Chuter has been helping people get healthy and happy since 1995. She is a university-qualified health practitioner, with a Bachelor of Health Science (and the Dean's Medal for Outstanding Academic Achievement) from the University of New England, a Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) with First Class Honours from Edith Cowan University, a Diploma of Naturopathy from the Australasian College of Natural Therapies, and a Graduate Diploma of Counselling from the Australian College of Applied Psychology.

Georgia Kintakas is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with over 17 years of experience. She has worked in major metropolitan public hospitals and specialises in working with adults of all ages. Georgia helps individuals improve their health and manage various medical conditions through personalised dietary approaches.

Jane is an endorsed Clinical Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. She has fifteen-years experience working as a senior clinical psychologist in the public health system and more recently she has established her private practice in 2022. She has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and utilises her person-centred skills of empathy and collaboration to develop an action plan with her clients. Jane is in the process of completing her studies to obtain her credentials for a HCANZA certification as a Health and Wellness Coach.

Obstetrician Gynaecologist, Royal Darwin Hospital Top End Health Service.

Dr. Valerie Druon is a bilingual GP (English and French) with extensive experience caring for the international community. She specialises in various areas, including allergies, asthma, children‚'s health, contraception, lifestyle medicine, menopause, mental wellness, and minor surgical procedures. Dr. Druon is dedicated to providing personalized and holistic healthcare123.

Annalies is a Lifestyle Medicine professional, with degrees in Medical Science and Health Science. She is currently completing a Master of Lifestyle Medicine at James Cook University and further health coaching accreditations. She specialises in naturopathy, endocrinology and metabolic health.

Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner & Chiropractor. With two decades of experience and a decade's presence on London‚'s renowned Harley St, Carlyle‚'s award-winning impact has touched world champions, Olympic athletes, corporate leaders, and teams, guiding them toward peak health and performance. He lives out his principles through adventure racing, endurance events and family adventures.

Dr. Frank Wang is a highly skilled and dedicated General Practitioner with extensive experience in a broad range of medical disciplines. Holding a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and being a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), Dr. Wang combines expertise in both general and lifestyle medicine to offer comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

Gina Howland is the founder and Principal Psychologist of Changing Minds Pty Ltd. As a Clinical Psychologist, she specialises in working with clients of all ages, particularly children and adolescents who have experienced trauma or challenging childhoods. Gina is also one of Australia‚'s first Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professionals. Her unique expertise lies in exploring the relationship between diet and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. With over a decade of experience, Gina brings warmth, practicality, and a passion for supporting families and children through every life stage56.

Tracy Hardy is a Gamilaroi woman, an Accredited Nutritionist/Practising Dietitian, certified and licensed WayapaÆ Practitioner, and Founder of Wattleseed Nutrition, Health & Wellbeing. She takes a personalised, holistic, and culturally-centreed approach to food, health, and wellbeing. Her interests include gut health, traditional foods (bushfoods), and their role in overall health. Tracy advocates for supporting Indigenous people entering the dietetics profession.

Troy, brings a wealth of experience as a chiropractor and strength and conditioning coach, showcasing expertise across clinical health, wellbeing, nutrition, and physical activity realms. He actively engages in nutrition research and application, clinical pain management, Aboriginal lifestyle health, social and emotional wellbeing, and neuromusculoskeletal rehabilitation, driven by his fervor for these areas. Troy is deeply involved in his local community and among his family, providing healthcare and clinical support, particularly in addressing age-related muscle and bone loss and promoting overall lifestyle-based health improvements.

As a Certified Health Coach, Accredited Practising Dietitian, and Accredited Nutritionist, Shivaun brings a wealth of expertise to her work. Her extensive experience as a Director of Accredited Health Coaching Australia, former Vice President of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, and a Professional Member of HCANZA underscores her commitment to the field. With over two decades of experience as a dietitian, health coach, and presenter, Shivaun offers personalised guidance and training. She specialises in coaching individuals on nutrition and lifestyle, empowering them to achieve their health goals. Additionally, Shivaun is dedicated to developing effective health behaviour change programs for various sectors.

Dr. Sarah Kulthum graduated with First Class Honors from Monash University. She transitioned into general practice and obtained her fellowship from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Dr. Kulthum enjoys seeing patients of all age groups and has a particular clinical interest in children‚'s, women‚'s, and sexual health. She advocates for preventative health treatments and strategies to maintain well-being5.

Dr. Ellis Vivian, also known as Prof Danforn Lim, is an independent Specialist GP consulting at the Earlwood Centre. He holds dual registrations as a Registered Medical Practitioner and Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner. Prof Lim integrates Western and Chinese medicine principles to provide comprehensive, patient-centric care. His research interests include Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) 1.

Dr. Carmelo Aquilina graduated from the University of Malta and trained as an old age psychiatrist in North London. He has worked in the UK, New Zealand, and Australia. Dr. Aquilinaís academic interests include the history of psychiatry, dementia, ethics, health economics, and the effects of air travel on cognition. He has been involved in research related to lifestyle and health, including helminth therapy (using parasitic worms to treat autoimmune and immune disorders)

Dr. Lauren Prictor is a General Practitioner and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician. She specialises in Lifestyle Medicine, focusing on self-care and evidence-based interventions for chronic diseases. Dr. Prictor also has interests in preconception care, pregnancy care, and children‚'s well-being. She is passionate about transforming lives through evidence-based approaches.

Dr. Andrew Van Ballegooyen is an Australian-based GP (General Practitioner) practicing in Kellerberrin 4.

Dr. Wooveen Kim is a GP with a holistic approach to medical practice. He emphasises preventive and lifestyle-based interventions that are evidence-based and practical. His expertise lies in general practice and supporting patients through midlife and menopause2.

Jille is a Registered Nurse completing her initial training at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, and then a Bachelor of Applied Science and Post Graduate Diploma in Health Science at Curtin University. Jille is also a Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) and holds further qualifications in nutritional and environmental medicine. Jille received Fellowship of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine in 2018 and Fellowship of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine in 2020. In private practice since 2011 as a Nurse Practitioner, her approach is collaborative and holistic with an emphasis on lifestyle medicine.

Petrea King, the CEO of the Quest for Life Foundation, is a well-known author, inspirational speaker, and teacher. She is qualified as a naturopath, herbalist, clinical hypnotherapist, yoga, and meditation teacher. Petrea and her team of facilitators, counsellors and psychotherapists at the Quest for Life Foundation have conducted residential programs and workshops for people living with various forms of trauma for over 40 years. Our programs cater for people with serious or life-threatening illnesses, depression, grief, loss, PTSD and anxiety. Petrea is a naturopath, yoga and meditation teacher and is the CEO of the Quest for Life Foundation

Margaret Shi is a lifestyle medicine GP who specialises in obesity management and medical weight loss. She is an expert with certification from the World Obesity Federation. Dr. Shi is committed to improving the health of Indigenous Australians. She is also associated with the Improvement Foundation and the Collaboratives Movement. Dr. Shi delivers quality medicine as part of a dedicated team.

Melissa arrived from the UK in 2009 with her husband to enjoy a working adventure in York WA. A few years later; she is the mother of 2 young children and thrilled to be living and working in the beautiful Perth Hills. Melissa specialises in Mental Health, Palliative care, Preventative medicine and Health care of older people.

Meet Dr. Pheng Low, a GP with over two decades of professional experience, who also serves as a behaviour coach, community connector, lifestyle hacker, and a notable keynote and TEDx speaker based in Melbourne, Australia. Pheng's own encounter with insulin-dependent gestational diabetes became a catalyst for significant personal transformation. Confronted with this challenge, she delved into the practices of yoga, meditation, and permaculture, catalysing remarkable improvements in her physical and mental health. The profound impact of these lifestyle adjustments not only astonished her, it led her to redefine her professional approach. Today, Pheng is a passionate proponent of a lifestyle-centric philosophy. She is committed to empowering individuals, corporations, and community groups, helping them discover a renewed sense of purpose and well-being. Specialising in guiding busy professionals to manage the demands of their fast-paced careers, Pheng places a strong emphasis on self-care. Through her expert guidance, many have successfully integrated timeless lifestyle principles into their lives, achieving better well-being, enhancing time management skills, and realising their utmost potential.

Dr. James Stewart is Australia‚'s leading natural medicine clinician. He helps people live happier and healthier lives without relying on standard Western medicine pharmaceuticals.

Meredyth Bell is a registered pharmacist with extensive experience in both retail and hospital pharmacy management. She is also a weight loss consultant and personal trainer. Meredyth is passionate about lifestyle medicine and preventive health. Her special interests include mental health, sleep disorders, and autoimmune diseases.

Dr. Liza has been a GP for 16 years with a focus on mental health and well-being. She provides compassionate guidance and creates a safe space for those seeking support. Dr. Liza's approach is holistic, addressing the person's needs and empowering them to improve their well-being using evidence-based strategies. She specialises in managing depression, anxiety, low self-worth, finding meaning in life, and self-development.

Monique is a AHPRA Registered Nurse. She is the Clinical Program Coordinator and a health coach for the EMERALD wellbeing program. In her position in EMERALD she works alongside people assisting with changes to their lifestyle in the early intervention program. Monique is involved in public presentations helping to improve general knowledge about mental health. Monique has worked in mental health since graduating as a Registered Nurse in 1997 at Ara in Christchurch, New Zealand. She has two Postgraduate Diplomas in Health Science endorsed in Mental Health and endorsed in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy from Otago University. Her clinical experience includes working with children and adolescents as well as adults in inpatient settings, working with adults with problematic anxiety in a specialist community service in New Zealand. Once moving to Australia, she has worked with adults with depression, anxiety, addiction and post-traumatic stress in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Prior to her current role, Monique worked in the clinical trials unit at the Thompson Institute.

Dr. Catriona Arnold-Nott grew up in Canberra and studied a combined degree in arts and medicine at the University of Sydney. Along with her husband Peter, she has spent most of her 30-year career working in Northern Australia. Dr. Arnold-Nott holds further qualifications in rural and remote general practice, sexual health, family planning, and public health medicine. She settled on a small farm outside of Millaa Millaa in 2009 and fulfilled her lifelong dream by setting up Malanda Medical Care. Dr. Arnold-Nott is passionate about whole-person well-being and maintains a fun and friendly workplace. Her other interests include dabbling in foreign languages, amateur acting, baking bread, making cheese, organic veggie farming, and bushwalking

Dr. Robin Chan is a General Practice Specialist and Rural Hospital Medicine Specialist. She is registered in New Zealand and has extensive experience working in rural and remote regions. Dr. Chan‚'s commitment to lifelong learning and adaptability has allowed her to provide comprehensive care in diverse settings. She believes that rural generalists should be flexible, adventurous, confident, and resourceful, comfortable outside their comfort zone 3.

Dr. Mohd Khairul Azizi Mohd Zaki is a Clinical Exercise-Occupational Physician in Malaysia. His interests include exercise intervention for cancer treatment, immunology, and pharmacology. He advocates for a holistic approach to Lifestyle Medicine for public and clinical populations.

Dr Mary Jessop is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. Since completing her training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in 2001, she has worked in both public and private practice, and inpatient and community settings. Dr Jessop has extensive experience in the management of mental health difficulties in children and adolescents. Her approach is family focused and recognizes the important role of parents in supporting young people who are experiencing difficulties.

Dr. Lou Sanderson is a General Practitioner based in Belmont, Victoria. She has extensive experience in general practice and is committed to providing exceptional service to her patients2.

Dr. Deepa Rao is a General Practitioner (GP) with extensive experience. She graduated from a top-ranked overseas medical school in 2004 and obtained an MD in Clinical Pathology with Distinction. Dr. Rao migrated to Australia in 2019 and has been working as a GP in Cardiff, NSW. Her interests include mental health and general practice. Dr. Rao is known for her pragmatic, supportive, and caring approach to patient care. In her spare time, she enjoys writing poems, oil painting, and choreography. She also has a special interest in foreign affairs

Dr. Tuan serves as the Chief Independent Physician at our centre, having joined our team in 1996 following his graduation from the University of Sydney in 1994. He holds fellowship status with The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Dr. Tuan is passionate about all facets of family medicine but exhibits particular expertise and enthusiasm for men's health, diabetes management, and sports medicine.

Dr. Sohaib Nasim is a general physician at CQ Medicentre. With over a decade of experience, he is known for his exceptional medical expertise and compassionate patient care. Dr. Nasim provides personalised healthcare services and specialises in various areas of general medicine4.

Dr. Chris Desmond is a Melbourne-based Gastroenterologist. His areas of expertise include colon cancer screening, inflammatory bowel disease, coeliac disease, small bowel capsule endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, food intolerances, irritable bowel, and functional GI disorders. Dr. Desmond combines public practice at Monash Health with a private Gastroenterology practice in Ashburton, Clayton, and Cabrini Medical Centres. He is also actively involved in teaching and research 3.

Dr. Shane Marles-Malone is associated with Southern Cross University. His research interests include diabetes education, nutrition, insulin resistance, and disease prevention. As a health science professional, he contributes to understanding and improving health outcomes.

Mrs. Ngareta N Rorich is an Occupational Therapist. She provides holistic care, focusing on well-being. Her expertise includes musculoskeletal issues, chronic pain, and elderly care. Mrs. Rorich also specialises in dermatology and mental health.

Dr. Camilla Elliott is a General Practitioner with qualifications from Imperial College London. She practises at Rust Avenue Medical Centre and has a special interest in general practice.

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.