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.

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.

Consultant Anaesthetist and Lifestyle Medicine Physician, Certified Coach. I coach people to apply Lifestyle modification as Medicine for Chronic diseases. Healing Chronic diseases, Lifestyle Medicine, Coaching, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness.

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. 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.