Gut Health in Sydney

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. Jorgelina Ferreira is a General Practitioner based in Ngongotaha, Rotorua, New Zealand. She has qualifications in medicine, neurology, and general practice. Dr. Ferreira provides medical services at the Ngongotaha Medical Centre6.

Dr Alison Piper is a General Practitioner with a special interest in Lifestyle Medicine working at a university staff and student health service in Brisbane. She gained her MBBS in London UK in 1986 and her MRCGP in 1991. Alison has lived and worked in Brisbane Australia since 1993. She gained Certification as a Lifestyle Medicine Physician in 2018 and FASLM in 2020.

All areas of chronic care, with particular interest in education and self-management

Dr. Bevan Rogers qualified in South Africa in 1999 and gained membership of the Royal College of GPs (MRCGP) in the UK in 2007. He has extensive experience working in orthopaedics in Canberra, Newcastle, and regional NSW. Dr. Rogers is proud to work with a wonderful team in the Rangiora community, where he enjoys all facets of General Practice 45.

Dr. Jimmy Lam is a highly skilled Urological and Laparoscopic Surgeon. His special interests include Robotic Surgery (RALP) and AMS Greenlight PVP for treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Dr. Lam is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) and is actively involved in clinical trials and urological research. He practices at various hospitals in Adelaide, South Australia, and is committed to providing expert urological care.

Dr. Jonathan Hoar, originally from the UK, has been with North Nowra Medical since 2006, joining the practice when it relocated to McMahons Rd. Dr. Hoar shares his expertise in nutrition with his patients and is a certified lifestyle practitioner with the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine and a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Hoar believes in the profound effects of lifestyle practices on chronic disease and general well-being, emphasising their role in optimising physical fitness, emotional health, and overall wellness for individuals with and without chronic conditions. His passion in lifestyle medicine stems from personal experiences and patient interactions.

Dr. Pedram Zawarreza is a dedicated General Practitioner. He is passionate about managing skin cancer and is trained in dermatoscopy. Dr. Zawarreza also performs surgical removal of difficult skin cancers at Burwood Hospital Plastics Outpatient Unit.

Dr. Naomi Gasser is a lifestyle medicine physician and health coach. She specialises in dementia prevention and offers an 8-week program to identify risks and implement positive changes. The program includes in-person workshops, personalized guidance, and evidence-based insights into dementia prevention. Participants thrive in a supportive environment while learning strategies to reduce their dementia risk

Kylie Shaw is a registered Nurse, Chronic Care Co ordinator and Qualified Health Coach.