Preventative Health Checks in Sydney

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.

GP who has worked in mainstream practice in regional Victoria and Cairns, Queensland for more than 20 years, now inspired by Lifestyle Medicine to engage in further studies and application of Lifestyle Medicine including in Aboriginal healthcare

I've been a GP for over 30 years and love getting to know patients and their families over many years. My approach to general practice is holistic, with an emphasis on healthy lifestyles for prevention and treatment of ill-health and for optimising health and wellbeing. I enjoy helping people take charge of their own health. Currently part of my work is in medical education, in the hope of ensuring future doctors are exposed to lifestyle medicine.

Dr. Sacha Cattani completed her MBBS from the University of Sydney. She became a Fellow of The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2013. Dr. Cattani's practice style is passionate, caring, interested, and patient-centred. She has special interests in lifestyle medicine, obesity management, and women's health.

Nathan Skewes is a physiotherapist specialising in fitness and injury rehabilitation. He completed a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree at the University of Melbourne. Nathan has worked as a rehabilitation coordinator for athletes from various sports.

Dr Ashwini Gana Baskaran is a highly experienced female GP and is the Principal Doctor of Sanctuary Wellness and Medical Centre. She has completed three fellowships, Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Fellowship of the Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine and Fellowship of the Australian Society of Lifestyle Medicine. She holds a Certificate in Advanced Dermoscopy and Histopathology and Primary Care Skin Cancer Therapeutics and Professional Certificate in Skin Cancer surgery. She has also completed her Professional Certificate of Aesthetic Medicine and Advanced certificate of Aesthetic Medicine. She is also a Certified Medical Acupuncturist from the Australian Medical Acupuncture College and offers acupuncture as part of Holistic care for her patients. She also provides Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy and Acceptance Commitment therapy for patients that may require Mental Health Support. Dr Ashwini Gana Baskaran enjoys the intellectual challenges of being a GP and understands that every patient is unique and important. She always strives to achieve the best health outcomes for her patients. She is a true believer in providing quality care with respect and compassion. Dr Ashwini Gana Baskaran is a member and examiner of RACGP( Royal Australian College of General Practice) and a member of Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) and Australian College of Lifestyle Medicine.

Dr. Sarah Dryburgh is a highly skilled osteopath with over a decade of experience. She specialises in long-term complicated musculoskeletal issues. Her treatment style includes hands-on manual therapy education and targeted exercise. Dr. Dryburgh has additional training in breathing techniques women‚'s health (including chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis) and the neurobiology of pain. She is passionate about holistic health and lifestyle medicine5.

Dr. Mark Foreman, a General Practitioner and Rural Generalist, has extensive experience in rural and remote Australia. His interests include chronic disease management, mental health, and Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Foreman does not prescribe opiates or other drugs with abuse potential.

Lisa specialises in lifestyle medicine for mental health and wellbeing with a focus on habits, strategies and perspectives. With a background in psychotherapy, nutrition and lifestyle medicine Lisa is currently an author, content creator, university counsellor and project manager seeking to educate about proactive strategies for mental health.

Wendy is a healthcare professional with a rich tapestry of experience and expertise. She has dedicated her career to empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to manage their health effectively. She has developed skills and expertise in diabetes care across diverse demographics, including adolescents, pregnant women, and individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, obesity, weight management concerns, and preventive care strategies. Providing exceptional care to her patients, integrating her extensive knowledge of diabetes management with a holistic approach to healthcare. By embracing lifestyle interventions and emphasising self-care and self-management, with a commitment to providing comprehensive and personalised healthcare solutions.

For more than five years, Tammy has dedicated herself to clinical nutrition. Throughout this period, she pursued additional training in areas crucial for health, including gut health for those with IBS and IBD, interpreting pathology for preventative medicine and mental health, and managing hormonal weight issues. Her dedication to health and wellness extends beyond her professional role, evident in her involvement in mentoring, tutoring, and volunteer counseling, all aimed at supporting individuals and communities.

Dr. Annette Webb is an experienced paediatrician, clinical hypnotherapist, and psychotherapist. She completed her medical education at the University of Melbourne and specialises in paediatric gastroenterology. Dr. Webb is passionate about mind-body medicine and has conducted research on novel therapies such as gut-focused hypnotherapy for adolescents with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Dr. Sanjeevan Nagulendran is an experienced General Practitioner (GP) with a passion for patient-centred and holistic care. He specialises in work cover, diabetes management, and mental health. Dr. Nagulendran is surgically competent and enjoys performing various procedures, including skin cancer surgeries and Intrauterine Device (IUD) insertions. He is also an accredited shared care practitioner affiliated with several public hospitals providing maternity care within Melbourne. Dr. Nagulendran is fluent in English and Tamil1.

Colleen Condon is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and Accredited Sports Dietitian (AccSD). She specialises in Lifestyle Behaviour Change, Stress Anxiety and Resilience, and is based in Port Melbourne, Victoria. Dr. Condon assists people in achieving their health and fitness goals through evidence-based dietary advice. Outside of her work, she enjoys cooking, dancing, and spending time with family and friends 2.

Dr Manger is a General Practitioner with a focus on lifestyle medicine and mental health Senior Medical Officer in the Mental Health Services with Queensland Health Academic Lead and Senior Lecturer of the postgraduate suite (Master Graduate Diploma Graduate Certificate) in Lifestyle Medicine at James Cook University College of Medicine and Dentistry and GP Training Ambassador for Equally Well Australia President of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine (ASLM) Advisory Group member of the RACGP Shaping a Healthy Australia project host of The GP Show podcast and RACGP QLD GP of the Year 2021.

Ruth Troughton is a certified lifestyle medicine practitioner (ASLM) and an experienced physiotherapist, leader, innovator, supervisor, and educator. Ruth is a highly experienced NZ Registered Physiotherapist with over 20 years of diverse clinical experience. While skilled in general physiotherapy areas like spinal injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, and outpatient care, her passion lies in mental health physiotherapy. For more than half of her career, Ruth has focused on mental health contexts. Notably, she served for 6 years as a Clinical Leader Physiotherapist within Specialist Mental Health Services at CDHB. This leadership role demonstrates her dedication to this field and her expertise in applying physiotherapy principles to mental health treatment.

Hon Dr Joseph Randolph Bowers is a Senior Specialist Counsellor Psychotherapist with Lifestyle Medicine expertise. His qualifications include PhD Health Couns, D.D., Hon D.D., MEd Couns, GCHE, Dip Ericksonian Hypno, CPNLP, BA Distinction, HACA. Joseph received his PhD from the School of Health, UNE, and taught for twenty years in the university sector in Australia and Canada in health counselling, education, and indigenous studies. His interests include the interface between development, identity, lifestyle, spirituality, and culture with a clinical focus on the holistic application of human ecology and motivational psychotherapy with person centred and solution focused outcomes.

Clara graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours in 1998 and a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery in 2002. She has been working in General Practice since 2008. Clara has a Diploma in Child Health and a Certificate in Sexual Health and Family Planning. She attained her fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2007. Clara became a Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician through the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine in 2020. She is a fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and a Health Coaching Australia and New Zealand Association (HCANZA) accredited health and wellness coach. Clara enjoys the variety that General Practice has to offer, and considers it a privilege to have the opportunity to engage in long term partnerships with her patients. She is passionate about empowering her patients to optimise their health in a holistic way. Her special interests include proactive healthcare, lifestyle medicine, diabetes reversal, weight reduction management, and mental health.

Dr Michael Dobson graduated from Deakin University School of Medicine in 2016 and completed two years at Geelong Hospital before moving to the Mornington Peninsula in 2019. His areas of interest include aviation medicine, diving medicine, musculoskeletal medicine and preventive health. Dr Dobson is passionate about enhancing both lifespan and achieving optimal quality of life (i.e. healthspan) for patients with a strong focus on early prevention through lifestyle and other interventions using an individualised approach. Dr Dobson is a Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME) able to perform Aviation Medical Examinations and both Recreational and Occupational Diving Examinations.

Dr. Flavia Fayet-Moore is a Brazilian-born, Canadian-raised, Australian-made scientist, nutritionist, and researcher. She holds a PhD in nutrition from The University of Sydney and is the CEO of Nutrition Research Australia.

Dr. Heather Shribman is a General Practitioner with a strong focus on women's health, antenatal care, preventative medicine, and chronic disease management. She specialises in metabolic health, weight loss, and is a registered antenatal shared-care GP. With additional training in paediatrics, family planning, and sexual health, Dr. Heather brings a holistic approach to her practice and her decade of hospital experience, including emergency medicine and work in rural areas, informs her passion for early intervention and sustainable lifestyle changes to promote long-term well-being for her patients.

Originally from Malaysia, Dr Aishah won a scholarship to study medicine at the University of Adelaide, where upon graduation she developed a passion for preventative and general medicine, mental health, rural health, and Aboriginal health. These experiences have significantly influenced her practice today. She believes in connecting communities to improve the well-being of others. She advocates for lifestyle medicine embedded in holistic management. She embraces curiosity and lifelong learning.

Amanda is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Exercise Scientist with over 10 years of experience, specializing in using exercise to prevent and manage diseases. Her passion for promoting healthy lifestyles stems from her family's history with lifestyle-related diseases, driving her to empower clients through personalized exercise programs. Amanda lectures at UTS in their Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology program and actively supports charitable causes, including dementia research and cancer awareness. She has represented Australia in international sports, including the 2015 FIT Touch World Cup and the 2019 UCI Cycling World Championships.

Dr. Cheryl Wilson is a GP who owns Living Well in the Riverland. She specialises in lifestyle medicine hypnosis sports injuries and musculoskeletal medicine.

Dr. Aarielle McLaren is a dedicated General Practitioner in the Southern Highlands since 2018, with a background in psychiatry and a Diploma in Child Health. She specializes in mental health, child health, women’s health, antenatal shared care, and skin cancer medicine, and is currently pursuing accreditation as a Skin Cancer Doctor. A member of the Skin Cancer College of Australasia, Dr. McLaren is also a visiting doctor at Warrigal Aged Care and supervises medical students from the University of Wollongong and the University of Sydney. Fluent in English, she is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Dr. Darren Morton is a Certified Diplomate of the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine and a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine. With a background in education and a keen interest in optimising human functioning he holds a Masters and PhD degree in Human Physiology. Dr. Morton‚'s research focuses on evidence-based strategies from the fields of Lifestyle Medicine Positive Psychology and Neuroscience for enhancing mental health wellbeing and resilience. He is the author of three books and has authored or co-authored over 70 publications in peer-reviewed scientific and medical journals. Dr. Morton is the Founder & Owner of The Lift Project a mission-driven enterprise aiming to ‚Äúlift 10 million lives‚Äù by improving mood and wellbeing globally 1.

Dr. Agomuo is an experienced General Practitioner with a medical career spanning multiple continents since his graduation in 2000. A certified Examiner for the RACGP, he specializes in men’s health, skin cancer medicine, minor surgery, gerontology, and family medicine. He is also a mentor for the John Flynn Scholarship Program and a former online lecturer at the University of West Indies. Fluent in English, French, Igbo, and Spanish, Dr. Agomuo is passionate about photography, ancient history, archaeology, and theology, with research interests in metabolic pathways, lesser-known proteins, and men’s health.

Dr. Fateme Far practices at Atticus Health in Highett, Victoria. Her special interests include general practice services and wellness.

Dr. Angela Wong is a Senior Staff Specialist at Royal North Shore Hospital. Her special interests include dermatopathology, breast pathology, and cytopathology. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Sydney.

Dr. Mehwish is a dedicated General Practitioner on the Sunshine Coast since 2014 and a Fellow of the RACGP. She is passionate about medical education and believes that great family doctors are key to excellent health outcomes. Dr. Mehwish specializes in skin cancer screening, reproductive and sexual health, chronic disease management, and pediatric medicine. Outside of work, she enjoys being a mum, traveling, hiking, and exploring nature with her family.

Linda is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a BSc and a Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics. As Australia’s first cardiac transplant dietitian, she brings a wealth of experience from clinical practice, media, and private consultation. Linda combines the latest science with practical strategies to help individuals, families, and organisations achieve positive health outcomes through food. Passionate about culinary nutrition, she has also created Nutriloops™️, Australia’s first aged-care-specific nutritious biscuit range. Specialising in weight management, diabetes, gastrointestinal health, and cardiac conditions, Linda offers personalised advice and flexible consultation options, including home visits and out-of-hours appointments.

Dr Muhammad is a dedicated GP and Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), committed to providing high-quality primary care. Fluent in Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and English, he ensures clear communication and personalised treatment for all his patients. With clinical interests in obesity and weight management, sexual health, mental health, diabetes, and chronic disease management, he brings a broad range of expertise to his practice. Outside of work, he enjoys family time and has a passion for soccer and cricket. Dr Muhammad is dedicated to supporting his patients on their journey to better health and well-being.

Dr Paul Laurent is a dedicated GP with a focus on patient-centred, holistic care. Trained in the UK at Cambridge University and King’s College London, he has experience in internal and tropical medicine and specialises in mental health, lifestyle medicine, gastroenterology, and skin cancer medicine. Since moving to Australia, he has furthered his training in mental health and skin cancer surgery. Passionate about healthy living, he enjoys watersports and life by the sea. Dr Laurent is currently available on a part-time basis, offering attentive and personalised care to all his patients.

Professor Barbora de Courten is a Deputy Dean and Professor of Medicine at the School of Health & Biomedicine at RMIT University. She is also a Specialist Physician at the Department of Diabetes & Vascular Medicine and at General Medicine at Monash Health. Her extensive experience includes clinical trials, teaching, and research. Professor de Courten‚'s interests span various areas of medicine, and she is committed to maximising health and well-being for all.

Dr. Laura Zagorski completed her training in Obstetrics and Gynecology and holds a certificate in Family Planning. She is accredited with the Antenatal Shared Care Program. Dr. Zagorski‚'s interests include adolescent and women‚'s health, healthy lifestyle, nutrition, and weight management.

Dr Mammoottil completed his medical training in India and gained diverse experience through hospital rotations in Brisbane, Canberra, Hervey Bay, and Perth, focusing on surgery, urology, orthopaedics, and emergency medicine. He joined Ochre as a registrar, eager to learn from experienced GPs and enhance his skills in general practice. With a young family, Dr Mammoottil chose the area for its lifestyle and educational opportunities, and he is dedicated to providing compassionate care to the local community.

Rosy Strong is a physiotherapist based in Victoria.

Dr. Remo Parente is a chiropractor and lifestyle medicine specialist based in Beechworth, Victoria. His career is dedicated to optimal health and wellbeing. Dr. Parente takes a holistic approach, considering the body, mind, and spirit. He provides chiropractic care and promotes lifestyle choices that enhance overall health. His clinic offers a comprehensive range of services.

I am a GP with over a decade of experience, originally from Perth but now a proud South Australian. After completing an Honours degree in Pathology at the University of Western Australia, I managed a start-up biotherapy company and worked as a Business Consultant in Australia and the UAE. I later completed my MD at Flinders University and trained across Lyell McEwin and Modbury Hospitals. My passion for general practice has taken me from Adelaide to remote communities in East Arnhem Land, NT, and now to Mt Barker, where I continue to practise rural medicine. I specialise in men’s and women’s health, paediatrics, chronic conditions, and obstetric shared care, with particular interests in mental health, women’s health, and weight loss management. I am currently pursuing further qualifications in Lifestyle Medicine and have a strong commitment to Aboriginal Health. As an Academic at Flinders University, I also teach medical students and mentor GP trainees.

Dr. Olivia Currie is a General Practitioner at Health and Sport Central. She is a family and lifestyle medicine doctor with experience in child health, women's health, oncology, palliative care and lifestyle medicine. Dr Currie has qualifications as a fellow of the RNZCGP, fellow of the ASLM and postgraduate diplomas in Child Health and General Practice

Linda Addison is an Adelaide-based professional currently working as a Nurse and Ministerial Liaison in the Department for Health and Wellbeing and serving as a Board Member at Sport Climbing South Australia. With a background in health roles at Amplar Health, HSS, Southern Cross Care, and the Office of Hon Chris Picton MP, Linda brings a wealth of experience to her work. She holds a Master’s degree in Lifestyle Medicine from Southern Cross University, combining her clinical expertise and research-driven insights to enhance community health and wellbeing.

Dr. Aruna Chandran has been providing occupational medical services at Sonic Health Plus in Kewdale since 2017. With over 15 years of experience in Emergency Medicine across Australia, she has worked in tertiary, rural, remote, and retrieval RFDS services. Dr. Chandran holds a special interest in injury management, employment-related risk assessments, and delivering medical services to rural and remote sites.

With over 10 years of experience in pharmacy, Sim Lee specializes in nutritional medicine and complex compounding. Passionate about preventing chronic diseases through early lifestyle interventions, he takes an integrative, holistic approach to healthcare. Sim is also dedicated to child health and has a strong interest in sports nutraceuticals and Kinesio taping, driven by his love for running and cycling. His consultations are rooted in support, acceptance, and growth, bringing warmth, humor, and a genuine desire to understand each patient.