Gut Health in Sydney

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.

Dr. Angel Lau is a Registered Nurse and Diabetes Educator. She specialises in gestational diabetes, pre-diabetes, pregnancy in diabetes, type 1 diabetes, and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Lau promotes evidence-based lifestyle medicine for holistic health and quality of life. She speaks English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

Dr. Craig Morris is an experienced GP dedicated to providing comprehensive care for his patients. His special interests include chronic disease management, patients with special and complex needs, and a team-based approach involving multiple disciplines and health professionals. Dr. Morris graduated from the University of Queensland and has extensive experience, including working with the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Western Australia. He is also involved in medical education, educating the next generation of doctors and supervising GP registrars and medical students. Dr. Morris is an avid supporter of local businesses and the Queensland Reds 1.

Dr. Nicole Sirotin is an award-winning Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine physician. She chairs the Preventive Medicine department at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and is the MD of the Institute for Healthier Living in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Sirotin is passionate about precision lifestyle medicine and spreading the scientific message about the impact of lifestyle choices on health and longevity.

Dr. Phyllis Bogopa is a General Paediatrician with expertise in various general paediatric conditions. Her special interests include newborn/infant care, growth and developmental problems, learning difficulties, behaviour issues, and soiling and bedwetting.

Dr. Chi Eung Danforn Lim also known as Prof Danforn Lim is an independent Specialist GP consulting at the Earlwood Centre. He graduated from UNSW Medicine and holds dual registrations as a Registered Medical Practitioner and Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner. Prof Lim‚'s unique combination of knowledge in integrating Western and Chinese medicine principles enables him to provide comprehensive patient-centric care. His community engagement includes being honoured with the St George Community Award for Individual Volunteer Achievement. Prof Lim has also been recognized as one of the four COVID Pandemic Heroes of General Practice in 2021 for his significant contributions during the pandemic. His research interests particularly in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) showcase his commitment to advancing medical knowledge through evidence-based clinical research 1.

Dr. Katharina Schmid is a Lifestyle Medicine GP and Lifestyle Medicine Physician. She focuses on evidence-based lifestyle strategies to augment existing treatment plans and help patients achieve optimal health outcomes. Dr. Schmid has particular interests in chronic disease prevention, management, and reversal, healthy aging, metabolic conditions (type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity), women‚'s health, paediatrics, and dermatology.

Dr. Melyssa Roy is a researcher at the University of Otago, New Zealand. Her work focuses on public health nutrition, physical activity, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and sleep. She has expertise in evidence-based behavioural exercise and nutrition interventions for health promotion and chronic disease prevention.

Dr. Meg is a General Practitioner with a specialised focus on Lifestyle Medicine and Adult ADHD. She is a full member of the Australasian ADHD Professionals Association and is currently pursuing a Fellowship qualification with the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

Kathy has a special interest in lifestyle medicine, nutrition and the gut microbiome. She is also a longstanding member of the Australian Sentinel Practices Research Network (ASPREN), undertaking infectious disease surveillance, and she contributes to medical education.

Dr. Hollie Shine is a general practitioner with qualifications in lifestyle medicine. She consults at Upper Harbour Medical Centre in Hobsonville, New Zealand. Dr. Shine is dedicated to women‚'s health and brings evidence-based information to health professionals and the community 5.

Dr. Vanessa Souter is a specialist general practitioner with a focus on evidence-based medicine. She is a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners, Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, and the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

Mahsa Anderson is a psychologist with over 22 years of experience in providing warm, compassionate, and confidential therapy. Her specialty lies in trauma therapy, and she is EMDR trained. Mahsa also has a keen interest in lifestyle medicine and incorporates lifestyle factors into her therapeutic work. She advocates for environmental consciousness and follows a whole food plant-based diet. Outside of work, she enjoys coffee dates, Scrabble, and running.