Dr Charlotte Patton is a General Practitioner with a strong interest in women’s health, menopause management and preventive healthcare. She graduated from Newcastle University in the UK in 2011 and initially trained in Obstetrics and Gynaecology before transitioning to General Practice to focus on providing comprehensive, community-based care. She has completed several postgraduate qualifications in women’s health, including advanced training in menopause care through the British Menopause Society.
Dr Patton provides care across a broad range of women’s health concerns, with particular interests in perimenopause, menopause, contraception and reproductive health. She has extensive experience in intrauterine device (IUD) and contraceptive implant insertion and removal. Her approach combines evidence-based medical care with consideration of lifestyle, emotional wellbeing and individual circumstances. She believes that understanding their bodies empowers women to recognise health concerns, advocate for themselves and make informed decisions about their care.
Before moving to Australia, Dr Patton contributed to the development of menopause services and Women’s Health Hubs in Cornwall, helping improve access to women’s healthcare. She values building ongoing relationships with patients and providing a respectful environment where every woman’s experiences are heard.
Outside medicine, Dr Patton enjoys horse riding, travelling, learning languages and spending time outdoors with her family. She also enjoys art and has led a community project exploring women’s health experiences through creative expression.
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 Mina Parizi is a compassionate General Practitioner with a strong interest in women’s health and supporting women through every stage of life. She graduated in medicine in 2013 and gained broad clinical experience across various healthcare settings, including rural communities. She subsequently completed her General Practice training in Australia through the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
Dr Parizi provides comprehensive women’s healthcare, with experience in contraception counselling, IUD and Implanon insertion and removal, medical termination of pregnancy, cervical screening, antenatal care, sexual health and menopause management, including menopausal hormone therapy (MHT/HRT). She is passionate about making women’s healthcare accessible and providing a safe, respectful environment where patients feel comfortable discussing sensitive health concerns.
Dr Parizi believes in empowering women through education, personalised treatment and informed decision-making. She values continuity of care and building trusting relationships, taking the time to understand each woman’s individual needs and circumstances. Alongside her clinical work, she enjoys supervising and mentoring junior doctors. Outside medicine, she enjoys playing tennis, travelling, exploring different cultures and spending quality time with family and friends.
Dr Wendy Knoops is an experienced GP with more than 20 years of clinical experience and a specialist interest in women’s health. She has undertaken advanced menopause training with the British Menopause Society and has spent much of her career in the UK, working across NHS Scotland and private women’s health clinics.
After beginning her career in General Practice, Dr Knoops specialised in Sexual and Reproductive Health, spending almost 15 years supporting women with complex contraception, reproductive health and abortion care. Her clinical interests have since expanded to include menstrual and hormonal health, pelvic health, perimenopause and menopause.
Dr Knoops is passionate about providing holistic, individualised and evidence-based care. She believes women should have the time and space to discuss their concerns, understand what is happening to their bodies and make informed decisions about their health.
Throughout her career, Dr Knoops has also contributed to the development and leadership of women’s health services and medical education. She has taught undergraduate and postgraduate clinicians and worked with the University of Aberdeen and the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare. She has also contributed to digital health and community initiatives, including her work as Chief Medical Officer of HEAL Health and with The Menopause Consortium.
Outside of medicine, Dr Knoops enjoys spending time with her family, travelling, discovering great food and spending time with animals.
Dr Rehana Amir is a compassionate General Practitioner with a strong interest in women’s health and supporting women at every stage of life. After completing her medical degree in Pakistan, she moved to Australia 10 years ago to continue her personal and professional journey.
Dr Amir believes that women’s health plays an important role in the wellbeing of the entire family. Her approach focuses on preventive healthcare, patient education and raising awareness about health concerns, helping women make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing.
She is passionate about providing respectful, patient-centred care to women of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Dr Amir values listening to individual concerns, understanding each patient’s circumstances and encouraging proactive health management. Through education, awareness and ongoing support, she aims to help women feel informed and confident in managing their health.
Outside of medicine, Dr Amir enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
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 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.
