Practitioner: General Practitioner

Dr Nivali Balmoori is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners with a special interest in women’s health. She holds a Master of Public Health from Deakin University and has undertaken further medical training across Queensland and Victoria. Dr Balmoori enjoys supporting women through all stages of life, providing compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers patients to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing.

Her clinical interests include contraception, pregnancy care, cervical screening, menopause management, sexual health, and non-directive pregnancy counselling. She also performs Mirena® IUD and Implanon® insertions and removals and supports women with menstrual concerns, hormonal health, overweight and obesity management, and endocrine conditions such as thyroid disorders and diabetes. Dr Balmoori also enjoys caring for children and families as part of her broad general practice work.

Having previously worked within Aboriginal health services, Dr Balmoori values culturally sensitive and inclusive healthcare. She is passionate about reducing barriers to care and supporting women from diverse cultural backgrounds to access the healthcare they need. As a local resident of Murrumba Downs, she values strong community connections and enjoys spending time with her husband, young daughter, and miniature dachshund, often exploring the local area on leisurely walks.

Dr Win is a highly experienced General Practitioner with a special interest in Women’s Health. In 1982 she completed her medical degree in Myanmar and trained as a GP in both Myanmar and Australia. Dr Win has completed her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioner, along with a Diploma in Child Health and a qualification in Sexual and Reproductive Health.

After moving to Australia in 2006, Dr Win worked in Coffs Harbour and Nambucca Heads before relocating to Brisbane where she has been practising at Oxley for over 10 years. She provides comprehensive care for women across all life stages, including reproductive medicine, pregnancy, and menopausal health, with a focus on comprehensive, holistic, patient-centred management.

Dr Win is passionate about Women’s Health, believing in the vital role of primary care as the first point of contact for women. She is committed to empowering her patients to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing through every stage of life.

With more than 30 years’ experience in General Practice, Dr Win has been caring for Australian families for over two decades, with a special focus on supporting women through all stages of life. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centred care and has a particular interest in antenatal care, guiding women through pregnancy with knowledge, reassurance and compassion.

Dr Win is also highly experienced in the management of Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain. She understands that every woman’s experience is unique and takes the time to listen, tailor care and support each patients’ individual health journey. Her warm, friendly approach creates a safe, welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable discussing their concerns and confident in the care they receive.

Fluent in both English and Burmese, Dr Win is proud to support patients from diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring access to high-quality, local healthcare.

Outside of work, Dr Win enjoys making memories with her two children and relaxing in the garden.

Originally from Chennai, India, Dr Punitha Prathapsingh brings a wealth of international experience to women’s healthcare in Australia. She moved to Australia in December 2024 with her husband and two children, embracing a new chapter while continuing her long-standing commitment to general practice and women’s health.

Dr Punitha completed her medical degree in 1995, followed by a Diploma in 1999 and a Master’s degree in ENT in 2001 at Dr MGR Medical University in Chennai. In 2001, she relocated to the United Kingdom, where she completed her MRCGP and DFFP and went on to practise as a General Practitioner for nearly 20 years. During this time, she served as a Women’s Health and Family Planning Lead and was actively involved as a GP educator in a training practice.

After relocating to Australia, Dr Punitha successfully attained Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in August 2025. She has continued to build on her expertise in women’s health, completing Evoca’s specialised training in intrauterine device (IUD) and implant insertion and removal in May 2025 at Southport, Queensland.

Dr Punitha has a strong passion for women’s health, inspired by her own experiences as a woman and mother. She values the role of primary care as the first point of contact for women across all life stages and is dedicated to providing accessible, respectful, and holistic care. Her clinical interests include comprehensive contraceptive services, sexual health care, antenatal and postnatal checks, menopause management, and supporting women to make informed decisions about their health.

She takes pride in empowering her patients through education and open communication, creating a safe and supportive environment where women feel heard and confident in their care. Dr Punitha is also proud of her contributions to teaching and mentoring GP trainees and nursing colleagues throughout her career.

Outside of work, Dr Punitha enjoys running, hiking, dancing, travelling, and spending time with her family. After completing the London Marathon in 2024, she continues to participate in parkruns in Rockhampton.