Preventative Health Checks in Sydney

Jane Catley, a qualified pharmacist and health coach, focuses on lifestyle medicine. She emphasises nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, and avoiding harmful substances to prevent or reverse chronic diseases. Jane aims to empower individuals to take control of their health.

Dr. Bethan Ganderton graduated from the Australian National University in 2012 and completed fellowships through the Australian College of General Practitioners and the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine. She has made Central Otago her home, drawn to its natural beauty. Dr. Ganderton enjoys all aspects of general practice, with a special interest in Lifestyle Medicine and Lipoedema management. When not at work, she crafts up a storm in mixed media and ceramics.

Dr. Laura Pfeifer trained and worked at Christchurch public hospital before moving to Nelson. She has a special interest in women‚'s health, antenatal care, sports medicine, and preventative health. Dr. Pfeifer is available at Methven Medical Centre.

Dr. Zahid Palekar was born and raised in Kenya, East Africa. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) at King Edward Medical University in Pakistan. Dr. Palekar has over 21 years of experience in General Practice in Kenya and has a particular interest in Chronic Disease Management, Refugee health, paediatrics, and skin disorders. He is fluent in English, Urdu, Swahili, Punjabi, Gujarati, and Hindi.

Dr. Zuzana Wheeler chose a career in medicine to help people thrive. After experiencing burnout, she explored unconventional paradigms and discovered possibilities for healing and enduring well-being. Dr. Wheeler focuses on identifying root causes of health concerns and has an integrative approach to well-being. Her special interests include gut health, mental well-being, and early life care.

Dr. Ashlie Meigh, a general practitioner, returned to the region where she grew up. She completed her medical studies at Bond University and has a particular interest in women‚'s and children‚'s health. Dr. Meigh practices what she preaches by living a healthy lifestyle. She is dedicated to serving the community and is available for consultations regarding children and antenatal care67.

Dr. Damian Kristof is a Chiropractor Naturopath and Nutritionist with over 20 years of experience. He has helped thousands of people regain health and vitality through natural approaches. Dr. Kristof believes in the body's ability to heal without excessive intervention. His path through health has been exciting and varied and he enjoys educating and inspiring people through various media platforms. He emphasises the importance of both the nervous system and gastrointestinal system in individual health and longevity.

Dr. Cecilia Oliver is a Specialist Integrative Physician and General Practitioner. She holds qualifications in Nutritional and Environmental Medicine. Dr. Oliver‚'s approach to health care focuses on addressing the root cause of illness rather than just treating symptoms. She believes in personalised management plans and collaborates with patients to improve their mental, emotional, and physical health. Dr. Oliver is passionate about integrative medicine and lifelong learning 1.

Andrew Campbell is a leader in hearing health-care, certified in audiological sciences. He is a speaker, teacher, manager, philanthropist and innovator. His influence in the audiology industry stretches across the world with recognition and patient treatment.

Dr. Lena Attebo, the founder of Oracle Healthcare, has over 30 years of experience as a doctor. She initially worked in acute care medicine in anesthesia and intensive care before transitioning to general practice. Dr. Attebo is passionate about preventative medicine and uses an interdisciplinary approach to create collaborative working relationships between practitioners.

Zanita is an Occupational Therapist and provides support to clients. Occupational Therapists treat injured, ill, or disabled clients to develop, recover, improve, as well as maintain the skills needed for everyday living and working activities.

Dr. Hanady Nasreddine graduated from the University of Sydney in 2003 and holds Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Her clinical practice primarily focuses on women‚'s, sexual, and reproductive health. Dr. Nasreddine is an accredited Antenatal Shared Care provider and a VMO forensic medical examiner for the SWSLHD Sexual Assault service. She is passionate about providing respectful, empathetic, and patient-centred care to support women on their health journeys.

Clinical Associate Professor Andrew White is a clinician-scientist ophthalmologist at Westmead Hospital. His subspecialty interest is glaucoma. Dr. White holds qualifications including BMedSc (Hons), MBBS, PhD, and FRANZCO. He actively contributes to research, training, and patient care in the field of glaucoma. His affiliations include the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) and the Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Interest Group (ANZGIG) 4.

Dr. Briana Van Beekhuizen is an Australian-based GP (General Practitioner) with interests in women‚'s health, menopause management, paediatrics, child health, and neuroprotective developmental care (the Possums program) 2.

Dr. Roxane Craig is a senior rural medical practitioner with a passion for optimising health through lifestyle change. She worked as a psychologist before becoming a doctor. Mental health issues continue to be a significant part of her work. Dr. Craig‚'s experience includes running Royal Flying Doctors Service remote women‚'s health clinics across the Northern Territory.

Professor Hayden McRobbie is a health behaviour change expert with a special interest in tobacco and obesity. He graduated with his degree in medicine and surgery from the University of Otago in 1996. His research focuses on clinical and educational interventions related to aging and chronic disease. He has authored numerous articles and research reports in this field 1.

Dr Andrea Matthews is a lifestyle medicine certified General Practitioner. Dr Andrea Matthews is a Board certified lifestyle medicine qualified GP. She has over 20 years experience in family general practice, providing care throughout the generations. Andrea strongly believes in advocating for wholistic health care, working towards empowering the patient to be an active partner in their health care. She has an interest in healthy living and using lifestyle based therapies wherever possible to prevent and improve disease and wellbeing. In our clinic, we have the benefit of using an interdisciplinary team approach to more effectively help patients reach their health goals.

Gina Fox is a seasoned naturopath with over 20 years of experience, specialising in women‚'s health, preconception, infertility, IVF support, and pregnancy care. Trained under Francesca Naish and holding a Masters in Reproductive Medicine, Gina excels in treating a wide range of issues, collaborating closely with medical professionals. She is also a respected speaker, lecturer, and meditation instructor, dedicated to helping couples achieve optimal fertility and wellness.

Adam Collyer is a Lifestyle Physiotherapist with 20 years of experience. He recognizes the role of behavioural social and environmental factors in injury prevention and rehabilitation. As a certified Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner Adam takes a whole-system approach to injury management health and wellness. His interests include sports physiotherapy running injuries biomechanics and injury prevention4.

Development and delivery of advanced bio-psycho-social preventative health screening programs for organisations across all sectors and geographies (urban & rural). - Improved integration of occupational health screening (mandatory & discretional) with primary healthcare.

Dr Ting Ting Wang obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree in 1984 and a master‚'s degree in medicine specialising in Cardiology in 1987 from the Capital Medical University in China. Dr. Wang has been practicing medicine in Australia for over 30 years.

Dr. Adrian Griscti has been a rural GP for over 33 years and has practiced the full gamut of procedural tasks including Obstetrics and Anaesthetics. In 2013 he discovered the health benefits of a plant-based diet after reading “The China Study.” He completed the Certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition through eCornell University in 2014 and obtained his Fellowship of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine in 2018. Dr. Griscti is now known as “the vegan doctor” and his own blood work reflects improved health. His practice involves counselling and educating patients on the benefits of a whole-food plant-based diet and a healthy lifestyle. He also teaches medical students from both Adelaide and Flinders University1.

Dr. Shikha Chhabra, co-owner of Verve Family Doctors, specialises in general medical care for families and weight management. She is also board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine and has a keen interest in managing chronic medical conditions including diabetes, women's health (especially PCOS and menopause) and mental health conditions.

David‚'s passion for understanding the health benefits of exercise and nutrition started during his undergraduate studies at the University of Western Australia. A Fullbright Scholarship allowed him to further his education at The University of Arizona in the USA. Having worked in preventive health and aged care has given him vast experience of working with people of all ages and health status. His interest in metabolic health grew from his passion for understanding how the biochemical processes within the cells drive our physiology and determine our health and performance. He applies his understanding of human physiology to assist patients improve their metabolic health for optimal energy resulting in better health and function.

Hi, I'm Raji Samprathi. I am a mental health counsellor, a naturopath and a lifestyle medicine practitioner and I practice as Holistic Remedies and Holistic Counsellor. It is a social enterprise. I look to educate, empower, encourage and support my clients to take charge of their health. I combine the principles of naturopathy, counselling, and lifestyle medicine when working with clients, taking that holistic view of health. I am passionate about educating my clients about the six pillars of Lifestyle Medicine - good dietary habits, restorative sleep, stress management, regular physical activity, positive social connection and avoidance of risky substances. Whether it's managing chronic conditions like diabetes or addressing mental health concerns, I equip clients with the knowledge and tools they need to change the trajectory of their health. My niche areas are anxiety management, diabetes counselling, gut health and mental health and wellbeing.

Dr. Haldun Tokman graduated from medical school in 1987. After working in general practice, he completed diagnostic radiology training and worked as a consultant radiologist. Since 2005, he has been practicing as a GP in Australia. Dr. Tokman has a broad interest in general practice, including skin conditions, men‚'s health, cardiovascular disease, children‚'s health, and musculoskeletal diseases 4.

With over 30 years of experience, Natalie is a seasoned practitioner in Integrative Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine. She specialises in IBS, musculoskeletal problems, insomnia, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, autoimmune conditions and many more.

Peter specialises in selfcare medicine. He has over 50 years working in the healthcare industry and sees that everyone's basic needs need to be met.

Born in Hong Kong and a graduate of the University of Sydney's medical program, Dr. Raymond Wong brings a wealth of knowledge and a friendly demeanour to his role as a General Practitioner. With extensive training in general practice and a diverse range of special interests, Dr. Wong holds an honours degree in Physiotherapy and a Diploma in Paediatrics. Among his many medical interests, Dr. Raymond Wong places a special focus on children's health, musculoskeletal medicine, and internal medicine, showcasing his commitment to comprehensive and patient-centred healthcare.

For over 16 years, Dr. Jessica Leech has been a dedicated and compassionate General Practitioner serving the community of the Northern Beaches in Sydney. Known for her warm and professional demeanour, Dr. Leech has earned a reputation for providing comprehensive healthcare tailored to the specific needs of families, women, children, and individuals aged 50 and above.

As an Osteopath, Paul‚'s focus is very much centred around educating his patients so they can develop the necessary skills to be able to address the specific cause of the problem.

Georgina Butterworth is a community pharmacist and master herbalist. Her joint qualifications provide a unique holistic view of health. She investigates the effects of chanting mantras on emotional and cognitive processes, focusing on stress reduction, increased social connection, and altered states of consciousness. Georgina is passionate about empowering patients to achieve lasting well-being.

Special interest in optimising healthspan using evidence based lifestyle medicine pillars to prevent, manage or even reverse chronic diseases and improve quality of life.

Nurse Practitioner.

Lucy Ashby is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Exercise Scientist. She was awarded a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation) with distinction in 2016 from Charles Sturt University after completing her Bachelor of Exercise Science at Griffith University. Lucy is the Program Manager of the Diabetes Move4Medicine program and has a special interest in Lifestyle Medicine. She is also a certified Level 2 Kinetic Link Training Coach1.

ulie Schutz is a Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner and a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach. She has a background in physiotherapy and specialises in autoimmune conditions, lifestyle behaviour change, and mind-body medicine.

Dr. Nicholas Ravenswood is a General Practitioner at Ravenswood Family Practice. With 15 years of experience in the UK, he moved to Australia in 2009. His interests include Chronic Disease Management, especially Diabetes, and Minor Surgery. When not working, Dr. Ravenswood enjoys golf, travel, and spending time with family and friends

I am an innovative wellness Chiropractor. I work with the spine and nervous system and how balance in the various areas of our life- movement, nutrition, attitude and nerve function can affect how well we live.

Dr. Nahal Mavaddat is a clinical academic with expertise in wellbeing, quality of life, physical and mental comorbidity, and medically unexplained symptoms. She completed her PhD in neuropsychology at the University of Cambridge and has been involved in various research projects related to endometriosis, genetics, and health behaviour change. Dr. Mavaddat is currently the Head of the Discipline of General Practice at UWA Medical School and leads the UWA Medical Humanities Network.

Dr. Ken Lambert has been in clinical practice in NSW and other Australian states since 1985, with work as a General Practitioner and Senior House Officer in the UK. Dr Lambert completed training as a GP through the RACGP Family Medicine Program from 1987 to 1992. In his career he has worked extensively in General Practice, including founding, and running a practice from 1993 to 2020. Dr. Lambert also has experience in indigenous health, psychiatry, and has supervised registrars in the AGPT program since 2011. His special interests include indigenous health, lifestyle medicine, social prescribing, shared medical appointments, population and public health, psychiatry, and psychotherapy.

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.