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 ovary syndrome (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 Azin Malekzadeh is an experienced General Practitioner with a strong interest in women’s health and providing personalised, holistic care. She graduated in Medicine from Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences in Iran in 2001 and worked as a General Practitioner in Iran for 12 years before moving to Australia. Since 2017, Dr Azin has been practising as a GP in Melbourne, supporting patients from diverse backgrounds with their healthcare needs.
Dr Azin is passionate about supporting women’s physical and mental wellbeing throughout every stage of life. She believes women’s health care should recognise each patient’s individual circumstances, concerns and priorities. Her approach is collaborative and patient-centred, taking the time to listen and provide clear, evidence-based information so women can make informed decisions about their health. Dr Azin particularly values developing trusting and supportive relationships with her patients and creating a respectful environment where women feel comfortable discussing their health concerns.
Outside of medicine, Dr Azin enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys dancing, travelling and going for walks with her dog.
Dr Kathy Luong is a General Practitioner who is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care with a strong interest in women’s health. She graduated from the University of Queensland in 2019 and is an Associate Lecturer with the Faculty of Medicine. Before entering General Practice, Dr Luong gained broad clinical experience across a range of medical and surgical specialties in hospitals throughout Queensland, including Brisbane, Rockhampton, and Far North Queensland. She completed her Graduate Diploma in Child Health through the Sydney Child Health Program in 2024 and was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2026.
As a female GP, Dr Luong enjoys supporting women through every stage of life and values the opportunity to care for a wide range of women’s health concerns. She is passionate about continually expanding her knowledge to provide personalised, evidence-based care that empowers women to make informed decisions about their health. Her approach is centred on listening to her patients, understanding their individual needs, and fostering long-term relationships built on trust and respect.
Outside of medicine, Dr Luong enjoys exercising, crafting, and spending quality time with her dog. She values maintaining a healthy work-life balance and brings the same warmth and positivity to her patient care.
Dr Madhura Targe is an experienced General Practitioner with a strong interest in women’s health and family medicine. She completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and postgraduate training in Paediatrics in India before moving to the United Kingdom with her husband. After working in paediatrics in the UK, she completed her specialist General Practice training and practised as a GP in North London before relocating to Australia with her family. Her diverse clinical background has given her a broad understanding of caring for women and families across all stages of life.
Dr Targe is passionate about supporting women to access safe, respectful, and evidence-based healthcare. She believes every woman should have the opportunity to openly discuss her health concerns in a supportive environment and be empowered to make informed decisions about her wellbeing. Her patient-centred approach focuses on listening, understanding each woman’s individual needs, and providing personalised care throughout every stage of life. She values building long-term relationships with her patients and helping them navigate their health with confidence.
Outside of medicine, Dr Targe enjoys spending time with her family, children, and friends. She loves travelling, exploring new places, trying different cuisines, dancing, practising yoga, baking, and relaxing by the sea.
Dr Prerana Garg is an experienced General Practitioner with more than 15 years of clinical experience across general practice, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, and healthcare leadership in Australia and India. She is passionate about providing holistic, patient-centred care and believes in treating the whole person rather than simply managing a condition. Her diverse medical background has reinforced the importance of listening, continuity of care, and building long-term relationships with her patients. Dr Garg has a special interest in women’s health, preventative medicine, child health, and chronic disease management.
Dr Garg is passionate about supporting women through every stage of life, from reproductive health and cervical screening to contraception, pregnancy care, perimenopause, and menopause. She understands that women’s health is closely connected with mental wellbeing, sleep, metabolic health, and lifestyle, and is committed to providing evidence-based care that empowers women to make informed decisions about their health. She values creating a safe and welcoming environment where women feel comfortable discussing concerns that may otherwise go unspoken, ensuring their care is personalised to their individual needs and goals.
Outside of medicine, Dr Garg enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle through gym workouts, yoga, badminton, and nature walks. She also loves travelling, freestyle Bollywood dancing, and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Dr Justina Pratap is a General Practitioner with more than 16 years of medical experience, including over six years in General Practice. She is passionate about partnering with women to achieve and maintain good health through compassionate, evidence-based, and patient-centred care. Before transitioning to General Practice, Dr Pratap worked as a registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology across hospitals in Australia and Fiji, providing her with a strong foundation in women’s health. She completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology from the University of Auckland in 2015, went on to achieve Fellowship in General Practice in New Zealand, and returned to Australia in 2026.
Dr Pratap has a particular interest in supporting women through every stage of life, with expertise in contraception, Mirena® and contraceptive implant insertion and removal, endometrial biopsies, menopause, pregnancy care, and general women’s health. As a member of the Australasian Menopause Society, she is committed to ongoing education and providing current, evidence-based care to women navigating perimenopause and menopause. Having worked with culturally diverse communities throughout her career, she values building trusting relationships and ensuring every patient feels respected, heard, and supported in making informed decisions about their health.
Outside of medicine, Dr Pratap enjoys nature walks, reading fiction, travelling to new destinations, and spending quality time with her family, especially her two daughters.
Dr Maryam Lak is an experienced General Practitioner with more than 15 years of providing comprehensive primary care and a special interest in women’s health. She is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that supports women through every stage of life. Dr Lak holds a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and a Family Planning and Sexual Health Certificate. She also has experience in Mirena® insertion and currently practises within a dedicated Women’s Health Hub.
Dr Lak is passionate about women’s health because she understands the everyday challenges many women experience and believes they deserve accessible, respectful, and personalised care. She enjoys supporting women with contraception, sexual health, pelvic pain, endometriosis, menopause, and reproductive health, while empowering them with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their wellbeing. Her patient-centred approach focuses on listening carefully, providing clear information, and working collaboratively to develop care plans tailored to each individual’s needs.
Outside of clinical practice, Dr Lak enjoys maintaining a balanced lifestyle and values the opportunity to build long-term relationships with her patients. She finds great satisfaction in helping women feel heard, supported, and confident in managing their health throughout every stage of life.
Dr Farhana Moushumi is a Specialist General Practitioner with extensive experience in women’s health, obstetrics, and gynaecology. She holds a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), a Master of Public Health (MPH), and an Advanced Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (DRANZCOG Advanced). With more than a decade of experience working across major tertiary hospitals in Sydney, including Westmead, Liverpool, Bankstown, and Campbelltown Hospitals, as well as regional centres in Tweed Heads and Rockhampton, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the care of women at every stage of life. Since 2019, she has practised as a GP proceduralist with a strong focus on women’s health.
Dr Moushumi is passionate about supporting women through every stage of life, from puberty and reproductive health to pregnancy care, fertility support, menopause, and healthy ageing. She provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each woman’s individual needs, with clinical interests including antenatal shared care, contraception, Mirena® insertion, management of menopausal symptoms, sexual health, iron infusions, child and adolescent health, mental health, chronic disease management, and minor procedures. She is committed to empowering women with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their health while creating a respectful and supportive environment where they feel heard and understood.
Outside of medicine, Dr Moushumi values a healthy work-life balance. She enjoys travelling to experience different cultures and spending quality time with her family, creating lasting memories together.
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 Sahar Iqbal is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) with a special interest in women’s health, preventative medicine, and child and adolescent mental health. After completing her medical degree and internship, she moved to Australia in 2014 and was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2021. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that supports women through every stage of life.
Dr Iqbal is passionate about women’s health because she understands that many women prioritise the needs of others before their own. She strives to create a welcoming and respectful environment where women feel listened to, their experiences are validated, and they are empowered to make informed decisions about their health. Her approach is centred on shared decision-making and personalised care, with clinical interests including contraception, cervical screening, menstrual concerns, pregnancy care, menopause, sexual health, and preventative healthcare.
Outside of medicine, Dr Iqbal enjoys meaningful conversations, reflecting on the simple moments in life, spending time in nature, and travelling. She is a proud mother to her teenage daughter and shares her home with a much-loved cat. Spending quality time with family and friends is an important part of maintaining the balance and wellbeing that she encourages in her patients.
