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.

Dr. Patrick Guan completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at Deakin University in 2012. He subsequently worked at Bendigo Health in Victoria and Mount Gambier Hospital in South Australia. Dr. Guan undertook general practice training in Gippsland, Victoria, and obtained RACGP fellowship in 2019. His clinical interests include chronic disease management, geriatric medicine, men‚'s health, and paediatrics. Dr. Guan also speaks fluent Mandarin

Dr. Stacey Ler is a GP from the Gold Coast, holding a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Bachelor of Medical Science (BMedSci) from Griffith University. She was the first Queensland student to gain guaranteed entry through the Griffith Connect Admission Scheme. Dr. Ler has worked at Gold Coast University Hospital, earning multiple commendations and a nomination for Junior Doctor of the Year in 2018. A strong advocate for general practice, she has served on several key committees, including Chair of the Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) Clinical Council, and was Director of General Practice Gold Coast in 2022. In 2023, Dr. Ler completed a Graduate Certificate in Travel Medicine from James Cook University, earning the Travel Health Advisory Group Medal. She also holds the International Society of Travel Medicine’s Certificate of Travel Health and a Graduate Certificate in Women's Health from UNSW (2024).

Dr. Jayant Karivandan is a male practitioner with more than 15 years of experience. His special interests include family medicine, chronic disease management, men‚'s health, children‚'s health, care of the elderly, and skin cancer checks.

Lifestyle medicine qualified GP with an interest in preventing illness and reversing health conditions by addressing the causes not just symptoms of these. Edinburgh trained, including surgical training and ENT, I live what I preach!

Dr. Edward Price specialises in Occupational and Environmental Medicine. With over 20 years of experience, he holds qualifications including MBBS, FAFOEM, ABIME, and Grad Dip OH&S. Dr. Priceís expertise lies in the diagnosis and management of occupational injuries and illnesses. He assists individuals in returning to the workforce after health problems. Dr. Price is an adjunct associate professor at Griffith University School of Human Services and Social Work

If you're seeking neurodiversity-affirming support for your mental health or ADHD, Jayne is here to help. As an ADHD Coach and Certified Mental Health Coach based in Wellington, New Zealand, Jayne empowers neurodivergent individuals and their families to navigate life's challenges and achieve their goals.

I’m a dedicated health coach based in Tauranga, NZ, with a heart-led approach. I specialise in empowering individuals over 40 who are managing health conditions like Parkinson’s through personalised self-care strategies and holistic wellness.

Dr. Lizzie Loudon is an active member of the ASLM, contributing to the advancement of lifestyle medicine. While detailed information about her practice is not available, her dedication to promoting well-being through lifestyle interventions is noteworthy1.

I work with people to empower them to break through stress, health challenges, burnout and transform relationships with toxins for health and wellness.

Peta Rankine is a registered Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in occupational rehabilitation, injury management, and soft-tissue treatment. She is passionate about assisting individuals in returning to work and gaining independence. Peta actively contributes to the field through her involvement in professional associations and health coaching

Dr. Shuichi Suetani is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Queensland. His research interests include schizophrenia, exercise-based interventions for mental illness, and physical activity as part of clinical treatment. He has also explored the relationships between physical activity and mental disorders5.

Dr. Gopi Patel is a General Practitioner (GP) based in Portland, Victoria. His expertise covers general medical conditions, skin conditions, and emergencies. Dr. Patel holds qualifications including MRCGP, FRACGP, DEH, DRCOG, and DFFP. He provides bulk-billing services and is committed to patient care and well-being5.

Based in Melbourne, Julie Wehbe is a psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience across healthcare and business sectors, both in Australia and internationally. She holds a Master’s in Medicine, specialist degrees in Psychiatry and Child Psychiatry, a Master’s in Psychology, and an Executive MBA from IMD, Switzerland. Julie specialises in treating professionals, business leaders, and students, focusing on ADHD, eating disorders, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders. She is actively involved in several professional associations and is known for her expertise in fitness, nutrition, and enhancing personal performance.

Dr. Jayant Karambhe is an experienced general practitioner with interests in family medicine, skin cancer and excision, mental health, occupational health, paediatric health, women‚'s health, and chronic disease management. He believes in patient education and respectful relationships.