Dr Grace Abdukeyum

Having worked closely with gynaecologists and obstetricians since 2017 in the Newcastle region, Dr Grace has dedicated time to assisting deliveries and managing various obstetric and gynaecological presentations in the private health sector.

With a strong belief in providing compassionate and dedicated patient-centred care for pregnant and non-pregnant women, Dr Grace aims to create an environment where women can discuss their issues openly and feel part of the decision-making process.

Dr Grace likes to give back and has been part of a volunteering program called “feed the homeless” where the group would drive down to Sydney every Saturday to bring clothes and food for people in unfortunate situations.

Outside of medicine, Dr Grace loves gardening, reading historical books and exercising with her adorable dogs.

Dr Salina Ahmed

Completing her medical degree in Bangladesh in 2003, Dr Salina worked as a gynaecology & obstetric registrar for 2 years before moving to Australia in 2008 and becoming a full time GP.

Completing her Fellowship from the RACGP in 2019, Dr Salina taught at University of Adelaide’s medical and dental schools for two years before relocating to Newcastle where she qualified for shared antenatal obstetric care from the University of Newcastle. Having now been working as a skilled general practitioner for over 20 years, Dr Salina has a wide variety of experience from rural health to urban busy practices.

Outside of medicine, Dr Salina enjoys looking after her gorgeous daughters and spending time in nature with friends and family. With a bit of a green thumb, Dr Salina is also passionate about her vegetable garden and cooking spicy food!

Dr Rita Almohty

Graduating from medicine in 1997 from the University of New South Wales, Dr Rita has been a doctor for over 25 years.

Having worked all across Australia in a wide variety of disciplines, Dr Rita has experience in Alice Springs Congress indigenous health, Bathurst and Prince of Wales Hospital emergency departments, St George/Sutherland psychiatry, general practice in Sydney and the Northern Rivers of NSW and she was also a doctor for the 2000 Olympics.

Dr Rita enjoys all aspects of general practice including mental health, chronic disease, aged care, indigenous health and LGBTQIA+ needs, with a special interest in women’s health. Priding herself in her care, Dr Rita loves the continuity and support she can give her patients in general practice.

Outside of medicine, Dr Rita she has two young children who keep her very busy.

Dr Farisha Begum

After completing her MBBS and internship in Fiji, Dr Farisha migrated to Australia. After working in multiple hospitals including Westmead, Nepean, Auburn, WCH and also locum in private hospitals, Dr Farisha moved to Dubbo and completed her Fellowship. Looking back fondly on her time in Dubbo, Dr Farisha says that she adored her time working at Aboriginal Medical Services in Wellington, before she ended up settling in Blacktown.

Outside of Medicine, you will find Dr Farisha enjoying outdoor sports or spending time with her family, including 3 beautiful boys who mean the world to her.

Dr Sophie Vavladelis

After completing her studies at University of Sydney, Dr Sophie developed a passion for women’s health.

This passion has let to Dr Sophie working alongside an obstetrician and urogynaecologist at St George Private Hospital, with a focus on supporting antenatal women with their nutritional and emotional health.

Another area of interest for Dr Sophie is metabolic health and weight loss. Dr Sophie likes to encourage a holistic approach with empathy and compassion to assist her patients in reaching healthy goals, improving fertility and reducing chronic diseases.

Outside of medicine, Dr Sophie enjoys reading and outdoor activities.

Dr Jolly Dutta

Having been a doctor for over 16 years, Dr Jolly is experienced in all areas of family and general medicine, with a particular interest in women’s health.

Proactive with her approach, Dr Jolly likes to motivate women to look after their health at every stage in their life.

Outside of medicine, Dr Jolly loves singing and spending time with her family.

Dr Syeda Bushra

With a regional medicine background after training in Bega and Shoalhaven, Dr Syeda is a GP who is also experienced in emergency and minor surgical procedures.

Although knowledgeable in all areas of family medicine, Dr Syeda has special interest in skin cancer surgery, children’s health and women’s health. Sharing her expertise with others is also important to Dr Syeda, so she can sometimes be found at ANU and Wollongong University teaching medical students.

Outside of medicine, Dr Syeda lives with her husband and son, they enjoy going cycling, hiking, swimming and fishing together. In her downtime, Dr Syeda likes cooking, reading books and painting

Dr Arthikka Kirupal

Graduating from the University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka with a distinction in obstetrics and gynaecology, Dr Arthikka then decided to migrate to Australia. Completing her internship at Mackay Base Hospital QLD, Dr Arthikka continued to work there as a junior house officer before becoming a full time GP in 2011. In 2016, Dr Arthikka completed her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.

Outside of medicine, Dr Arthikka has 3 sons who she loves spending time with, as well as listening to music, reading and gardening. Dr Arthikka also likes to devote some time to charity work in Sri Lanka.

Blacktown

Dr Janine Teasdale

Originally from Victoria and then completing her training in Queensland, Dr. Teasdale ended up settling and raising her family on the Northern Beaches. Enjoying a holistic approach to general practice, Dr. Teasdale has special interests in sports medicine, mental health, preventive health, as well as women’s health.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Teasdale enjoys being outside and active with family and friends.