Dr Aashita Hegde is a compassionate General Practitioner with a strong interest in women’s health, supporting women through different stages of life with personalised, evidence-based care. She graduated from Western Sydney University in 2017 and gained valuable clinical experience working at Liverpool Hospital and Royal Prince Alfred (RPA) Hospital in Sydney.
During her Obstetrics and Gynaecology rotation at RPA, Dr Hegde developed a particular interest in reproductive health and contraception, which encouraged her to undertake further training in contraceptive management, including Implanon insertion and removal. Her clinical interests include polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), antenatal and postnatal care, contraception and menopause management.
Dr Hegde’s passion for women’s health deepened after becoming a mother herself. Experiencing the physical and emotional challenges of the postpartum period gave her a personal understanding of the changes women may navigate during pregnancy, motherhood and beyond. This experience has shaped her patient-centred approach, with an emphasis on listening, understanding individual concerns and helping women make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing. She is committed to creating a respectful and supportive environment where women feel comfortable discussing their health concerns.
Outside of medicine, Dr Hegde enjoys spending time outdoors and making memories with her family.
Dr Sophie is passionate about women’s health and supporting women with the education, information and care they need to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing. She values taking the time to listen and understand each woman’s individual needs, recognising that health concerns can be complex and may change throughout different stages of life.
A key clinical interest is weight management and metabolic health. With more than seven years’ experience working in bariatric general practice, Dr Sophie supports women managing weight-related health concerns and chronic conditions, including diabetes, polycystic endocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), previously known as PCOS, and insulin resistance. Her approach incorporates lifestyle and nutritional education alongside appropriate medical management and pharmacotherapy, with a focus on helping women better understand and manage their health.
Dr Sophie also has experience supporting women through pregnancy care, working alongside obstetricians with a particular focus on nutrition and mental wellbeing during the antenatal period. Her broader women’s health interests include fertility support and preconception nutrition, urogynaecological concerns such as prolapse and bladder symptoms, and perimenopause and menopause care. Across adolescence, the reproductive years and later life, she aims to provide compassionate, respectful and evidence-based care that helps women feel heard and supported.
Dr Jiang Long is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) with more than 11 years of medical experience and a strong interest in women’s health. She completed her medical degree and a Master’s degree in Clinical Medicine in China before working as a Gynaecology Resident and Registrar at the IVF Centre at Chongqing Women and Children’s Hospital. After moving to Australia, she completed the Australian Medical Council examinations, gained extensive hospital experience within the Northern Sydney Local Health District, and completed her General Practice training before being awarded her FRACGP in 2026.
Dr Long is passionate about supporting women through every stage of life, from adolescence and reproductive health to pregnancy care, menopause, and healthy ageing. She believes many women’s health conditions remain under-recognised and values providing evidence-based, compassionate care that empowers women to make informed decisions about their health. Her patient-centred approach focuses on education, advocacy, and working collaboratively with patients to achieve their individual health goals.
Outside of medicine, Dr Long enjoys jogging, hiking, and spending time outdoors. She values maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle and brings the same positive and supportive approach to the care of her patients.
Dr Noha Salem is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) with a special interest in women’s health and wellbeing. After graduating from medical school in 2009, she completed postgraduate training in Newcastle upon Tyne in the United Kingdom, including two years in General Medicine and Core Medical Training, before completing her General Practice training in 2019. Dr Salem moved to Australia in 2023 to join her husband, and they are now proud parents to their young son.
Dr Salem is passionate about supporting women through every stage of life, from managing menstrual concerns and fertility support to pregnancy care, contraception, cervical screening, menopause, and sexual and reproductive health. She understands the unique challenges women may experience and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care in a welcoming environment. She believes in empowering women to make informed decisions about their health while working together to achieve their individual wellbeing and maternal health goals.
Her clinical interests include fertility support, antenatal and postnatal care, contraception counselling, Implanon® insertion and removal, cervical screening, menopause and perimenopause management, family planning, and medical termination of pregnancy (MTOP) counselling. Outside of work, Dr Salem enjoys walking, cooking, practising Pilates, and indoor cycling, embracing an active and balanced lifestyle.
Dr Karthiga Thanujan has over 16 years of experience in women’s health and is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care for women at every stage of life. With a background in obstetrics and gynaecology and extensive experience in reproductive and sexual health clinics, she is committed to creating a welcoming environment where women feel comfortable discussing sensitive health concerns and empowered to make informed decisions about their care.
Her clinical interests include contraception, Mirena® IUD and Implanon® insertion and removal, cervical screening, menstrual concerns, pelvic pain, vulval and vaginal conditions, menopause, and antenatal and postnatal care. Dr Thanujan has a particular interest in supporting women with their sexual and reproductive health needs through personalised, respectful care tailored to each individual.
Dr Thanujan completed her early medical training in obstetrics and gynaecology at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Canterbury Hospital, and Bankstown Hospital. She is a Procedural Associate of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), holds a Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and is a certified diagnostic colposcopist. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, cooking, and gardening.
Dr Crystal Yang is a GP with a special interest in women’s health, supporting patients through all stages of life with a compassionate, evidence-based approach. She is committed to creating a safe and respectful space where women feel heard, understood, and empowered to make informed decisions about their health. Her clinical interests include contraception, pelvic pain, menstrual concerns, menopause management, and sexual health, with a strong focus on addressing both physical and emotional wellbeing.
Dr Yang completed her medical degree at Imperial College London, graduating with distinction in clinical practice, alongside a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Psychiatry. This background informs her holistic approach, particularly in understanding the connection between mental health and hormonal changes. She has undertaken further training in obstetrics and gynaecology, including a Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (DRCOG), certification in menopause management, and procedural training in IUD and contraceptive implant insertion.
Having recently relocated to Australia from the UK, Dr Yang values continuity of care in general practice, where she can build long-term relationships with her patients. She enjoys supporting women across their reproductive lifespan, from contraception and pregnancy care through to menopause, helping them feel confident and informed in their healthcare journey.
Dr Subashi Henaka Rallage is a dedicated General Practitioner with a special interest in women’s health, providing compassionate, patient-centred care to individuals and families across all stages of life. She is committed to continuity of care, supporting women through contraception, pregnancy care, menstrual concerns, menopause, cervical screening, and sexual health. Dr Subashi values building strong doctor–patient relationships, ensuring each person feels heard, informed, and supported to make confident decisions about their health.
Her medical career began in Sri Lanka, where she gained extensive experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Emergency Medicine, and ICU Anaesthesia. Since moving to Australia, she has spent over a decade in general practice, working across rural NSW, Aboriginal Health services, and Western Sydney. These experiences have shaped her culturally sensitive and holistic approach to care, with a strong focus on preventative health, early intervention, and long-term wellbeing.
Dr Subashi is passionate about empowering women with knowledge and support, recognising the important role women’s health plays in the wellbeing of families and communities. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two boys, gardening, and playing chess, balancing her love for nature with thoughtful problem-solving.
Dr Karina is a general practitioner with a strong focus on women’s health, providing holistic, preventative and long-term care for women across all life stages.
Karina graduated from the University of Queensland in 2020 and completed her training at Ipswich Hospital where she developed her passion for women’s health. She went on to complete general practice training in Dalby and Port Macquarie and holds a Certificate of Women’s Health through Port Macquarie Base Hospital.
Her passion for accessible women’s health was deepened when training in Dalby, where she became acutely aware of the limited access to women’s healthcare and support in rural communities. Motivated by this experience, she has spent several years upskilling in women’s health and is committed to helping women feel informed, supported and empowered to achieve their health goals.
Karina particularly values the continuity of care that general practice offers and enjoys building long-term therapeutic relationships with her patients, allowing for comprehensive and preventative women’s health care.
Outside of work Karina enjoys exploring the outdoors, trying new foods and losing video games to her partner.
Dr Karina is a general practitioner with a strong focus on women’s health, providing holistic, preventative and long-term care for women across all life stages.
Karina graduated from the University of Queensland in 2020 and completed her training at Ipswich Hospital where she developed her passion for women’s health. She went on to complete general practice training in Dalby and Port Macquarie and holds a Certificate of Women’s Health through Port Macquarie Base Hospital.
Her passion for accessible women’s health was deepened when training in Dalby, where she became acutely aware of the limited access to women’s healthcare and support in rural communities. Motivated by this experience, she has spent several years upskilling in women’s health and is committed to helping women feel informed, supported and empowered to achieve their health goals.
Karina particularly values the continuity of care that general practice offers and enjoys building long-term therapeutic relationships with her patients, allowing for comprehensive and preventative women’s health care.
Outside of work Karina enjoys exploring the outdoors, trying new foods and losing video games to her partner.
