- General Health and wellbeing
- Child and adolescent health
- Women’s health including Antenatal Care (Registered for Antenatal Shared Care at RNSH and Hornsby Hospitals) & Implanon insertion and removal
- Sexual Health
- Skin Cancer checks and procedures
- Chronic disease management
Dr Amanda Wijeratne
Female
FRACGP, DCH, MBBS, BSc (Adv)
General Practitioner
Dr Arcot Kumar
Male
MBBS FRACGP
General Practitioner
Background: Dr Kumar graduated in 1971. He worked as family medical practitioner in his own medical centre, establish in country NSW for 43 years. He was attached to a public hospital as a procedural medical practitioner. He looks after several aged care patient nursing homes, run by salvation army. He holds a paediatric diploma from Sydney University.
Clinical/Special Interests: Hi has a particular interest in cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, paediatric and palliative care. He has an extensive exposure to skin disorders and in particular skin cancer diagnosis and surgical treatment.
Dr Ayesha Aslam
Female
MBBS, FRACGP
General Practitioner
General Health and Wellbeing, Sexual Health, Preventative Health
Dr Azab Taoum
Female
MBBS FRACGP
General Practitioner
Dr Baharan (Beth) Majidi
Female
M.D
General Practitioner
Background: Dr Baharan (Beth) Majidi received her M.D in Iran in 2011 and started to practice as a GP. She moved to Australia in 2014 and started working in MedClinic Kiama in 2015. She enjoys general practice because of the patient interaction in the variety of medical fields and help them with their health concerns while establishing a warm doctor-patient relationship.
Clinical/Special Interests: She has a particular interest in mental health, women's health, skin cancer screening and chronic disease management.
Personal Interests: She is interested in pets, adventure, traveling, watching movies, cooking new dishes and doing volunteer work.
Dr Deepika Malhotra
Female
Dr Don Nguyen
Male
MBBS FRACGP
General Practitioner
Dr Irina Al-Muderis
Female
DCH, FRACGP
General Practitioner
Womens and Childrens Health, Implanon Insertions and Removals. Occupational Health such as Work Cover
Dr Jeff McDonald
Male
MBChb MRCGP FRACGP
General Practitioner
Background: Dr McDonald graduated from the University of Manchester in 2010, and completed his General Practice speciality training in the UK before moving to Sydney. He joined MedClinic in 2017.
Clinical/Special Interests: He has a wide range of clinical experience, including time spent working in oncology, rheumatology and psychiatry. He is trained to administer joint injections and performed minor surgery.
Personal Interests: In his spare time he enjoys playing tennis and going on scuba diving trips when possible.
Dr John Christie
Male
MBBS, FRACGP
General Practitioner
Dr John Christie graduated from the University of Sydney. He is a Fellow of the Australian College of General Practitioners and won the Alexander James scholarship in General Practice.
He was previously the principal GP of St Martins Village Medical Centre for 15 years and has recently located to Cronulla. Dr Christie is of Cypriot background and speaks fluent Greek.
Dr Christie has interests in all areas of General Practice, and in particular chronic health conditions and work cover.
Dr Jonathan Bala
Male
MBBS
General Practitioner
Background: Dr Jonathan received his MBBS from the National University of Singapore in 2005. He completed his Graduate Diploma in Family Medical with the College of Family Physicians Singapore in 2014. He moved over to Australia with his young family in 2015 and started working in MedClinic Kiama in 2016. He enjoys general practice as it allows him to build a relationship with his patients and work together in managing their healthcare needs.
Clinical/Special Interests: He enjoys all aspects of general practice, with a particular interest in chronic disease management and managing musculoskeletal and skin conditions.
Personal Interests: He loves spending time with his family, especially playing soccer with his 2 young sons. He also enjoys going to the gym, watching movies and cooking.
Dr Kanav Malhotra
Male
BMed (UNSW), MD (UNSW), MS (USyd), FRACGP
Dr. Kanav Malhotra completed his General Practice training in 2019 and a Masters of Surgery from the University of Sydney in 2018. He is also currently completing an allergy course from the University of Western Sydney. Dr. Kanav Malhotra specialises in the non surgical management of rhinosinusitis and common ENT conditions as well as various allergy and skin conditions. He also has a keen interest in Workcover medicine, Chronic Pain, gut and mental health.
Dr. Malhotra completed his Bachelor of Medicine/Doctorate of Medicine from University of New South Wales in 2014 and then subsequently trained at Westmead, Coffs Harbour and Mt Druitt hospitals before commencing private practice.
He likes to hike, keep fit, travel and spend time with his family when he is not at work and has also acted in stage dramas for charity.
Dr Katherine Saffin
Female
MBBS FRACGP
General Practitioner
Background: Dr Saffin completed her undergraduate training in London and has worked in a variety of roles in Emergency, Children's Emergency, Psychiatry, Obs & Gynae, General Medicine and General Practice in London, Sydney and Paris. She is affiliated with Royal Prince Alfred/Canterbury Hospitals and the Royal Women's Hospital in Randwick to provide antenatal shared care.
Clinical/Special Interests: Dr Saffin has a particular interest in preventative health and adult health assessments including diabetic risk, diet and lifestyle, and weight loss management. She also specialises in psychological health including eating disorders and substance abuse and is an s100 prescriber for HIV medicine. You can consult with her in French or Italian if you need to.
Personal Interests: In her spare time she likes painting, reading, writing and tennis.
Dr Lawrence Li
Male
MBBS, PHD, FRACGP
General Practitioner
Mens & Womens Health, Childrens Health, Skin and Complex Wound and Surgical Procedures
Dr Linda Moore
Female
MBBS FRACGP
General Practitioner
Background: Dr Moore attained Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2015. She graduated from Sydney University in 2009 and completed internship and residency at the St George Hospital in Kogarah. Her general practice training was completed in the South West and Inner West of Sydney.
Clinical/Special Interests: Dr Moore enjoys the variety and breadth of general practice. Her interests include women's health, paediatrics, mental health and dermatology. She has recently completed her certificate in Skin Cancer Medicine.
Personal Interests: As a other of two children, she enjoys her family time. She also enjoys the beach, catching up with friends and reading.
Dr Peyman Raispouroskouie
Male
MBBS FRACGP
General Practitioner
Dr Peyman has been working as a general practitioner in Sydney for the last 10 years. He has special interest in chronic disease management, mental health and small procedures such as skin cancer removal, suturing and implanon removals and insertions.
Dr Pramod Thakkar
Male
MBBS, FRACGP
Mens Health, Work Cover, Geriatric Medicine, Health Assessments, Chronic Disease Management and Mental Health. He also frequently visits some local nursing homes.
Dr Rama Krishnan
Male
MBBS, PHD, FRACGP
General Practitioner
Mens Health, Travel Vaccines & Advice, Chronic Disease Management, Health Assessments, Implanon Insertion and Removals, Workcover
Dr Suraj Vij
Male
MBBS, FRACS, FICS, MMed
General Practitioner
Dr Vij has been a GP in the local community for over 25 years. He specialises in: Minor surgeries, Chronic Disease Management, Health Assessments, Mental Health, Women's Health, Men's Health. He also supervises registrars who are in training to become GP's.
Dr Susan Megaly
Female
MBBS, FRACGP, MD Peadiatrics, Gynea, Mental Health
General Practitioner
Womens Health, Paediatrics, cosmetic and skin cancer treatment, Travel Vaccines & Advice, Chronic Disease Management, Health Assessments, Implanon Insertion and Removals
Dr Uday Gore
Male
MBBS FRACGP DCG DRACOG
General Practitioner
Dr Vienna Chan
Female
Vienna is our GP Registrar who is currently training under GP Synergy. Dr Vij is her training supervisor within our practice. Her interests are Women's Health, Chronic Disease Management, Health Assessments, Mental Health and Children's Health.
Dr Parvani Pinnewala
Female
Bsc Psych. Hons (UK), PhD (Aus.), CPsychol (UK), MAPS (Aus.)
Psychologist
Parvani is a Registered Psychologist in Australia with with British education and training as a Clinical Psychologist. She has a Chartered Psychologist status in the UK with Divisional membership in Clinical Psychology. She is also a registered Clinical Psychologist in Sri Lanka. Her PhD in Psychology (Macquarie University) examined women's trauma, resilience and recovery processes. She has over 19 years of clinical experience treating mainly adults, adolescents and the elderly.
She works with a range of problems including depression, stress, adjustment issues, anxiety, phobias, generalised anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive and compulsive behaviours and separation anxiety), bereavement and grief, women's issues, self-esteem, issues in confidence and personal development, trauma and recovery, anger management, relational issues (including difficulties in interpersonal, couple or family issues), emotion regulation issues, sexuality and gender identity, personality disorders, pain management and addictions.
Specialising in:
- Women's Issues
- Pain Management
- Trauma
- Bereavement & Grief
- Sexuality and Gender Identity
Eddie Karhani
Male
BHlthSc/MPhysio
Physiotherapist
Eddie joined the Body Active Physiotherapy team in 2016. A former Physiotherapy University Cohort Mentor with a Degree in Bachelor of Health Science and a Masters in Physiotherapy, he has a special interest in low back pain and sports injury management. Looking after the Olympic Park Netball Premier and State League Divisions, Eddie works hard to get you pain free. He is the go to physio for any aches or pains resulting from work, everyday activities or sporting injuries. With a specific hands-on approach to your treatment, he works to relieve your pain fast. Eddie's one-on-one professional treatment is individually tailored to meet your needs.
Olga Tanevska
Female
B.A (Psych, Soc) P.G Dip Psych, Adv Dip HR, AMAPS
Psychologist
Olga is genuinely passionate about contributing to her clients quality of life. She is experienced at providing support and treatment for a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma, grief and bereavement, work related issues, pain management and adjustment to injury.
Olga's approach is client centred utilising evidence based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness strategies. Olga is also WorkCover accredited and can speak fluent Macedonian. Olga enjoys contributing to people in her personal life and has been involved with various charities over the years.
Rachel Addison
Female
BA, BSocWk, MSocWk, AMHSW
Mental Health Social Worker
Rachel graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of North Carolina. Rachel then completed a Masters of Social Work with both Clinical and Social Action specialisations. Rachel also became a Registered Yoga Instructor following her course at Joschi Yoga Institute in New York City.
She has had the privilege of providing clinical counselling services to people of all ages and various backgrounds in the United States, Chile, and Australia. Rachel speaks Spanish fluently as a second language. Rachel's experience as a social worker includes over 10 years providing mental health therapy as well as circumstantial life stressors and transitions such as relationship issues, grief & loss, trauma, medical diagnoses, family-related stressors, among others.
Rachel's commitment to fostering wellness in others shows through compassionate care, evidenced-based practice and an emphasis n holistic, strengths-based, client centred treatment. She utilises an intervention, cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and solution focused therapy, narrative therapy and family systems therapy among other modalities.
if you needs are beyond Rachel's scope of practice following assessment, she will endeavour to link you with a referral or resource to better meet your needs.
Kim Do
Female
Registered Nurse
Chronic Wound Management, Childrens Health and Wellbeing, Vaccinations and Immunisations, Health Assessments, Spirometry and Care Plans
Mia Colless
Female
BN
Registered Nurse
Ms Alisi Naufahu
Female
Registered Nurse
Alisi is our friendly practice nurse who is here 5 days a week. She specialises in Chronic Wound Management, Pap Smears, Women's Health, Childrens Health and Wellbeing, Vaccinations and Immunisations, Health Assessments, Spirometry and Care Plans. Pathology collection is also available with Alisi. An appointment is required.
Ms Denita Wright
Female
Registered Nurse
Chronic Wound Management, Childrens Health and Wellbeing, Vaccinations and Advice
Ms Martine Emerson
Female
Registered Nurse
Chronic Wound Management, Childrens Health and Wellbeing, Vaccinations and Immunisations, Health Assessments, Spirometry and Care Plans